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Meditation Mornings

County: Cook

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday…

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Pressed Flowers Workshop

County: Macoupin
Does your child love flowers and nature? Our Pressed Flower Workshop is the perfect opportunity for them to explore their creativity while learning about the beauty of flowers! In this fun and…
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Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

July 2025 - Boone
County: Boone

Get your pressure canner tested for FREE during this clinic! 

Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner…

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Spring Wellness Walk

July
County: Cook

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during these slow and leisurely walks that can lead to…

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Gerald White Prairie Wagon Tour (2)

McDonough County Conservation Tours
County: McDonough

After nearly 20 years of prairie reconstruction work, the White Family Prairie is a diverse ecosystem of plants, drawing numerous types of wildlife. At 11 acres, this prairie has undergone years…

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Master Gardener Informational Booth

County: Christian

Not sure what vegetables, fruit, or flowers would work best for your needs? Have a plant dying or a problem with a tree or pest? Christian County Master Gardeners will be available …

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Magnificent Moths

Giant City State Park
County: Union, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Alexander

Join us at Giant City Park on Saturday, July 26 at 10:00 a.m. as we celebrate National Moth Week with Magnificent Moths! This interactive event is free and open to the public, with activities for…

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Pollinators in the Park

DeWitt and Piatt County Master Gardeners
Join us for Pollinators in the Park and learn about hummingbirds!  Learn about the ruby-throated hummingbird, their preferred habitats, plants and flowers, along with feeding tips. …
Meteor Shower

Meteor Shower Watch Party

County: Livingston
Explore the Night Sky at Our 3rd Annual Meteor Shower Watch Party!
Hosted by the Illinois Grand Prairie Master Naturalists in collaboration with the Prairie Lands Foundation
 Enjoy an…

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Grundy County 4-H Fair July 26-28, 2025
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Grundy County 4-H Fair

County: Grundy

Come join us at the annual Grundy County 4-H Fair to check out the accomplishments of our youth's hard work from the past year as they compete for prizes and a chance to represent Grundy County at…

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