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Mother's Day Flower Walk | Genoa

SAVE the DATE
County: DeKalb

On the day before Mother's Day, come out to the guided wildflower walks at the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Forest Preserve. The walks will start on the hour, starting at 10…

4-H Camp Kaleido

Stay tuned for information about the 2026 Camp Kaleido!

Camp Kaleido is a full-day art immersion experience where youth, ages 8-12, explore the spectrum of creative expression through…

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Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

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County: Winnebago
Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a…
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Cultivating Care Garden Stewardship Day 1

County: Williamson

Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…

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Grow Your Own Bath Sponge

Horticulture Power Hour
County: Kankakee
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? 

Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an…

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Fit Wits: Keep Your Brain Healthy and Engaged

County: Williamson

Keeping your wits fit requires more than just doing crossword puzzles or word searches. There is increasing evidence that brain health is directly related to body health. This should come as no…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Winnebago
The University of Illinois Extension will offer the Certified Food Protection Manager Course. This two-part class is an accredited American National Standards Institute (ANSI) course that meets the…

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Grow Your Own Bath Sponge

Horticulture Power Hour
County: Grundy
Are you looking for something new or unusual to grow? 

Did you know you could grow your own bath sponge? The luffa gourd is an easy-to-grow vining plant that produces mature fruit with an…

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Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: First Aid Kits

Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…
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Sourdough Fermentation

Make & Take Starter Workshop
County: LaSalle

Join us for a hands-on workshop and discover the fascinating world of fermentation.  Learn the secrets behind creating delicious, tangy sourdough bread from scratch.  We’ll explore the…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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