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Whiteside & Carroll Counties Horse Show
Whiteside and Carroll County 4-Hers will display their horsemanship skills in several categories throughout the day. The Show starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds Horse Arena (…
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Master Gardener Help Desk
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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Planning for the Future of Small Rural Communities
Often small rural communities struggle to find their place in regional economic development efforts. In addition, community leaders in small towns are often volunteers or have recently taken…
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Franklin County 4-H Foods Show
The Franklin County 4-H Foods Show will be held at the Franklin County Extension office on July 12 at 1 p.m.
Those participating must be registered 4-H youth enrolled in the appropriate…
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Franklin County 4-H Poultry Show
The Franklin County 4-H Poultry Show will be held at the Franklin County Fairgrounds (near Rend Lake College) on July 12 at 5 p.m.
Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…
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Franklin County 4-H Small Animals Show and Rabbit Show
The Franklin County 4-H Small Animals Show and Rabbit Show will be held at the Franklin County Fairgrounds (near Rend Lake College) on July 12 at the following times:
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2024 DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt 4-H General Projects and Livestock Show
Join us at the DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H General Projects and Livestock Show!
Exhibits will be open to the public for viewing from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Friday through Sunday.…
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4-H Career Exploration Trip
Participants will travel to Springfield to visit Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) to learn about vocational training in mechanical trades and allied health career fields. Members will speak with…
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Kid-Cuterie Workshop | Amboy
Calling all young food enthusiasts! Embark on a delicious journey with our Kid-Cuterie program, brought to you by Illinois Extension! Join us on Friday, July 12, from 10-11 am at the…
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Whiteside County 4-H Show
Come see the amazing work 4-H members have completed this year! The public is welcome and entrance is free. Youth will be displaying projects in more than 50 subject areas, including visual arts,…