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Garden Planning Workshop

Richard A. Mautino Memorial Library
County: Bureau

Join us for an interactive workshop where youʼll learn the basics of square foot gardening and create a personalized plan for your own space. Whether youʼre a beginner or seasoned gardener, this…

Glass mason jars filled with various preserved vegetables, arranged in two stacked rows against a white wooden background.

Canning with Confidence

County: Montgomery
Curious about home canning but not sure where to begin? Join Extension for a beginner-friendly class that takes the guesswork out of preserving food at home. Learn the basics of pressure canning,…
Diabetes Support Group at Danville Public Library

Diabetes Support Group

May Session
County: Vermilion

In partnership with OSF HealthCare, join Illinois Extension for a monthly diabetes support group designed for individuals living with diabetes and their caregivers. 

Each session will…

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Wee Nats - East Dubuque Library

Raccoons
County: JoDaviess

Join the University of Illinois for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they learn about different environmental education topics through a story,…

Raised garden beds with green plants on top and in front.

What's the Difference? Heirloom, Native, Organic, Non-GMO, Hybrid, Nontreated

Crossing Garden Education Series
County: Macon

The Crossing Garden Education Series will guide you through a full gardening season -- from starting seeds and nurturing young plants to harvesting big and wrapping things up for the year. Along…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Winnebago
The University of Illinois Extension will offer the Certified Food Protection Manager Course. This two-part class is an accredited American National Standards Institute (ANSI) course that meets the…

Composting: the Next Batch

Composting: The Next Batch

With Nicholas Conservatory
County: Winnebago
You have the power to encourage earths natural decomposing processes to create one of the keys to a thriving yard. Get the most out of your compost by refining your skills during Composting: The Next…
Houseplants in containers

Houseplant Propagation | Oregon

County: Ogle
Are your plants taking over? Or maybe you just want to grow your collection without buying more? Join us for a fun and informative session on houseplant propagation. Hosted by Illinois Extension and…
A field of zinnias

Amazing Annuals

Presented by University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District
County: Lake
The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series  Programs will be held…
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Introduction to the MIND Diet: Eating for Brain Health

County: Henry

Discover how the MIND diet—a blend of the Mediterranean and DASH diets—supports cognitive health and reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In this program led by Kristin Bogdonas, Illinois…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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