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Pumpkin Smash at Morton School of Excellence

2024 Pumpkin Smash
County: Cook
Decorate now, recycle later. 

Fall is the pumpkin’s time to shine, but what happens when it is time to say goodbye to the short-lived Jack-o-lanterns? Green your Halloween by recycling…

A purple pumpkin with recycle symbols and Pumpkin Smash 2024 text.

Pumpkin Smash at Plant Chicago

2024 Pumpkin Smash
County: Cook
Decorate now, recycle later. 

Fall is the pumpkin’s time to shine, but what happens when it is time to say goodbye to the short-lived Jack-o-lanterns? Green your Halloween by recycling…

A purple pumpkin with recycle symbols and Pumpkin Smash 2024 text.

Pumpkin Smash at Southern Illinois University Farms Service Center

2024 Pumpkin Smash
County: Jackson
Decorate now, recycle later. 

Fall is the pumpkin’s time to shine, but what happens when it is time to say goodbye to the short-lived Jack-o-lanterns? Illinois Extension is partnering up…

A purple pumpkin with recycle symbols and Pumpkin Smash 2024 text.

Pumpkin Smash at Veteran’s Park

2024 Pumpkin Smash
County: McDonough
Decorate now, recycle later. 

Fall is the pumpkin’s time to shine, but what happens when it is time to say goodbye to the short-lived Jack-o-lanterns? Green your Halloween by recycling…

Examples of Native American Beadwork

Cultural Connections

Beadwork Edition
County: DeWitt

Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month by exploring the cultural significance of beadwork in Native American traditions and create a beadwork project to take home and display. …

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The Real World- Life in Action | Malta

For 7th - 12th graders!
County: DeKalb

Are you thinking about career choices and your future? What path are you destined for- college? Trade school? Or another path? Join us to discover what careers may suit you.

There will be…

Cow in a field.

4-H Livestock Skillathon

Join us at the University of Illinois Champaign Urbana Stock Pavilion on November 9 and test your knowledge on all things livestock!

This skillathon event is open to all 4-H members ages 8-…

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2024 Christmas Bird Count Workshops

Learn the ABC's of a CBC!

Is this your first time on a Christmas Bird Count (CBC)? This workshop will set you on the path for success. Did you know most counts in southern Illinois are almost a 30-…

Forging the Frontier with Dustin Rhodes

County: Effingham

Dustin Rhodes is a bladesmith, blacksmith, and business owner with over 30 years of experience in forging knives and various items. His work has been showcased on national and international…

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Wits Fitness Dixon | November

County: Lee

Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain Exercises offered by University of Illinois Extension. The monthly classes are held on…

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