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Growing a Tea Garden

at the Waukegan Public Library
County: Lake

"But first, tea."

If you enjoy a nice cup of tea and have a flare for gardening, come learn what plants you can grow in our area to create or enhance your very own tea blends. We will focus…

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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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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 - 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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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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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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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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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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Magnificent Moths

County: Johnson, Pulaski, Massac, Union, Alexander

 Join us July 24 at Cache River Wetlands Center for a fun, interactive, event for youth of all ages. For more information, reach out to Anne Townsend. 

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Wellness in Nature: Outdoor Yoga - Gentle Hatha

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Breathe deeply, stretch gently, and reconnect with your body in this welcoming, gentle Hatha Yoga class designed especially for those who love spending time in the garden and in nature. This slow,…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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