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Brick by Brick Adventures: Stack, Snap, Imagine!

County: Macon

Stack, Snap, Imagine!

Build marble mazes, bridges, tall towers, and more at this 4-week building block series geared towards kids in first through fourth grades. Kids will develop problem…

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2026 Healthy Living Challenge
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Healthy Living Challenge

Grab a calendar and join us for this year long event
Join us for a healthy challenge for youth ages 5-18!  Sign up to receive your Healthy Living Calendar. 
 Each month, there is a coloring sheet for you to complete at your own…

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"The Invisible Mammal" Film Screening Event | Sycamore

Get immersed in the world of bats!
County: DeKalb

Against the backdrop of a global pandemic and the sixth mass extinction, filmmaker Kristin Tièche explores the crucial roles that bats play in our shared environment, and how a team of women bat…

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Learning Leather Crafting

Edwards County
County: Edwards

Join this workshop to learn the art of leather crafting! Participants will make either a boot wallet or front pocket wallet while learning shaping techniques and how to stitch leather. This is an…

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Chunky Knitted Blanket Workshop

County: Clinton, Bond, Jefferson, Marion, Washington

Get ready for a cozy, feel-good morning where you’ll learn how to knit your very own snuggly blanket! No experience? No problem — we’ll show you every step.

When: January 5
Time: 9:00–11:…

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Dementia Friends at Catlin Public Library

Winter Wellness Miniseries
County: Vermilion

Join Family Life Educator Emily Harmon for Dementia Friends on Wednesday, January 7th, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Catlin Public Library (101 Mapleleaf Dr, Catlin, IL 61817). 

 

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Tie Blanket Workshop

Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, and Wayne counties
County: Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash, Wayne

At a time when families are pulled in different directions by busy schedules and digital distractions, this workshop offers a chance to reconnect through creativity and compassion. By coming to…

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Illinois State Legislative Update

State of Illinois Legislative Update
Unlock insider knowledge on legislative updates that could redefine how counties and local governments operate.

Explore legislative updates on recent and upcoming changes to state law impacting…

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8 Dimensions of Wellness Series

County: Rock Island
Kick off the new year with intention and insight! 


Join Illinois Extension educators and local experts to explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness—key areas that contribute to a balanced,…

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Afterschool Networking Group Meeting

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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