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Jumping Worms: Understanding and Managing a New Invader in Our Soils

Hosted by Wild Ones Lake-to-Prairie Chapter and the University of Illinois Extension
County: Lake

A new soil invader is reshaping ecosystems across the Midwest, and communities in Illinois are beginning to feel the impact. Jumping worms (Amynthas spp.) (a rapidly spreading group of invasive…

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Compost! Feed the Soil That Feeds Us

Presented by: The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District
County: Lake

Learn about the wonders of compost! Merleanne Rampale from SWALCO, a long-time gardener and composter herself, will share information on the various types of composting, share some fun facts on…

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Wits Fitness | Eureka

County: Woodford
Strengthen Your Mind with Wits Fitness!


Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to stay mentally active and connect with others? Wits Fitness is an engaging class that supports brain health through…

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Tai Chi at Windsor of Savoy

April Session
County: Champaign

Move with Ease - Discover the Power of Tai Chi!

Experience a gentle yet powerful way to improve your strength, flexibility and balance while reducing pain and fall risk! 

Join…

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Wits Fitness

Galesburg
County: Knox
Boost Your Brainpower with Wits Fitness!Ready to keep your mind sharp and your spirits high? Wits Fitness is a fun, engaging class designed to support brain health through interactive activities,…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Montgomery
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

2026 FCS Conference

County: Massac, Pulaski, Johnson, Union, Alexander

Unlock the magic! Join us at Shawnee Community College on April 9, 2026 for the Family and Consumer Sciences Conference. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in three different…

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Cookin' Under Pressure

DeWitt County Nutrition and Wellness
This isn't your grandma's manual pressure cooker. Electric pressure cookers help tenderise meat, cook grains, beans, and vegetables quickly, and can even make desserts. Learn the basics of using the…
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April in Paris Gardening Seminar

County: Edgar

Edgar County Master Gardeners are hosting the April in Paris Garden Seminar again! The event will offer four speakers, vendors, and breakfast.

This year's speakers and subjects are:

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State 4-H Awards Banquet

Celebrate our state award winners!

Celebrate our state award winners!

The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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