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Organic, Local, Natural

What It Is and What It Isn't
County: Jersey, Macoupin

Ever wondered if organic is really worth the price? Or what “natural” actually means? Join Illinois Extension for a fun, eye-opening class that cuts through the confusion and helps you shop…

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Gardening for Moths - Pinckneyville

County: Perry

Gardening for Moths is an educational program dedicated to creating sustainable, moth‑friendly garden spaces that nurture the many moth species essential to healthy ecosystems. While moths are…

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4-H Science Camp

Wild Weather
County: Montgomery
Join us for an exciting morning of Wild Weather exploration! Youth will investigate the science of extreme weather through interactive demonstrations and hands-on builds. This workshop will explore…
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Rend Lake Pollinator Garden Stewardship Day

County: Franklin

University of Illinois Extension is partnering with the US Army Corps of Engineers to provide public pollinator garden stewardship opportunities at the Rend Lake Project Office Visitor Center from…

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Gardening for Moths - Rend Lake Visitors Center

County: Franklin

Gardening for Moths is an educational program dedicated to creating sustainable, moth‑friendly garden spaces that nurture the many moth species essential to healthy ecosystems. While moths are…

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Grow, Harvest, Prepare, and Share

County: Pope

Youth gardening classes are back again at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center in 2026 with an additional opportunity to make some tasty recipes with harvested produce. Youth can participate in…

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Master Gardener Help Desk

County: Christian

Problems with your yard or garden? Are pests or weeds concerning you?

You have questions. We have answers! Christian County Master Gardeners are available to help you with those…

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Reptiles and Amphibians

at Woodstock Public Library
County: McHenry

Join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists to discover the magical world of reptiles and amphibians. Meet our LIVE SNAKE ambassadors and explore predator-prey relationships, animal…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Macoupin
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.…

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2026 Champaign County 4-H Horse Show

County: Champaign

Join us at the 2026 4-H General Projects and Livestock Show! 

4-H members from Champaign County will proudly showcase the skills and knowledge they’ve gained throughout the year. From…

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