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Fulton 4-H Public Speaking Contest & Performing Arts Show

County: Fulton

Join us for a morning of talent, creativity, and confidence as Fulton County 4-H members take the stage for the Public Speaking Contest and Performing Arts Show!

4-H youth will showcase…

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Gardener's Day 2026

County: Morgan
Get ready for the 2026 gardening season by joining us for Gardener’s Day! This year’s presentation will cover the basics of gardening, caring for trees after planting, and garden planning with native…
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Gardener's Day 2026

Macomb
County: McDonough

Get ready to dig into inspiration at the 28th Annual Gardener’s Day! This special event will bring together gardening enthusiasts of all levels to enjoy engaging speakers, hands-on activities, and…

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4-H Spring Workshop Series: Entomology

Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell 4-H
County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

We invite you to join us for one or more of our Spring Workshop Series! 

It’s time to get the creative juices flowing before you finalize which 4-H projects to tackle this year. Each…

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Nature Journaling Workshop

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
County: Marshall

Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling.  During these hands-on workshops, participants will learn…

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Equine Care & Veterinary Skills Workshop

County: Bond

Join us for an interactive, behind-the-scenes look at equine care and veterinary practices at the Greenville University Barn! This hands-on workshop is designed for youth interested in horses,…

A smiling young woman posing closely with a brown horse. A green 4-H logo is in the top left corner.

CJMM Horse Showmanship Workshop

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery

This Horse Showmanship at Halter Workshop will focus on teaching youth how to properly present their horse in hand for competition. Participants learn essential skills such as correct halter…

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2026 Ready.Set.Grow! Gardening Workshop

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

2026 Ready...Set...Grow...Gardening Workshop, on Saturday, March 28 from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Sauk Valley Community College (173 IL-2, Dixon, IL 61021).
Join the Master Gardeners of Carroll,…

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Canning with Confidence

County: Rock Island

Learn the essentials of home canning and gain the confidence to preserve your favorite foods safely! This class covers proper techniques for using a water bath canner, including electric models,…

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Cloverbuds on the Farm

County: Marion, Bond, Clinton, Jefferson, Washington

Our Teen Leaders will engage youth ages 5–7 in a series of educational workshops designed to promote hands-on learning. Activities include: Build a Barn, Noodle Horses, the Milking Station,…

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Urbana, IL 61801

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