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Flower Arranging Workshop

County: Marshall

Discover the art of floral design in this hands-on workshop led by Master Gardener volunteers. Learn how to arrange flowers like a professional using fresh, seasonal blooms— including dahlias,…

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Health Horizons: Your Path to a Future in Healthcare

Interested in a career in the healthcare industry? Join us for our virtual event, Health Horizons: Your Path to a Future in Healthcare on August 5 at 6 p.m. to hear directly from the…

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Managing for Oak Regeneration: What does Current Research Tell us?

Forestry Stewardship Webinar Series 2026

Enhancing oak regeneration is a top priority in Illinois forests, but successfully establishing new oak seedlings is not always easy, and success is not guaranteed.  This presentation will…

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canceled
Public Speaking Workshop

DuPage, Kane, or Kendall Counties
County: Kane
Grow life skills while having fun!

Learn basic techniques to improve your presentation and speaking skills! Workshop participants will:

Grow confidence in speakingPractice voice controlLearn to…
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The Annual Test Drive

Testing the best of today and what's new for 2027
County: Champaign
Champaign County Master Gardeners and University of Illinois Extension present The Annual Test Drive: Testing the best of today and what's new for 2027 on Wednesday, August 5, at 9 a.m. at the Idea…

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canceled
Macon County 4-H Mini-Camp: The Joy of Art and Nature

County: Macon, Piatt, DeWitt

Wednesday | August 5 | Art

Craft with 4-H! Continuing our mindfulness theme, youth will explore different arts and crafts projects that can also be used as mindfulness practices throughout…

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Planting Herbs for Pollinators: Support Your Local Bees, Butterflies, and Beyond! - Christopher

County: Franklin
Join Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator, Kimberly Rohling, for a program designed to help you create a pollinator-friendly herb garden! In this session, you'll learn how to select, plant, and…
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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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ABCs of School Nutrition

Summer Learning Institute
County: Stephenson
To uphold the highest standards in school nutrition, the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act (HHFKA) requires all school nutrition professionals to complete annual training to meet USDA Professional…
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The Night Shift: Moths of Illinois

Putnam County Library - Condit Branch
County: Putnam

Explore the fascinating world of Illinois’ moths and the essential roles they play in our ecosystems. This program highlights moth diversity, their often-overlooked importance as pollinators, and…

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