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4-H Beef Weigh-in

County: Bond

The Bond County beef weigh-in will be held on February 7 at the Greenville Livestock Auction Barn in Greenville. It will be held from 9-10:30 a.m. All kids planning on exhibiting a steer will need…

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Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

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County: Winnebago
Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a…
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Speaking for Illinois 4-H Training February

Registration is open!

You love 4-H. We need you to help tell that story to the public. 4-H members received advanced training in public speaking at Speaking for Illinois 4-H trainings held…

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Junior Master Naturalist Program

Raptors and Birds of Prey
County: Lake

Soar into the World of Raptors with the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists!
Discover the fascinating lives of Illinois’ birds of prey through interactive, hands-on experiences…

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Backyard Book Art

County: Macon

Join us as Master Naturalist, Master Gardener, and art teacher Merry Lanker leads a creative workshop on painting garden pavers to look like your favorite novel. These charming "book pavers" make…

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Seeds in the Snow- Sterling

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

Just because it's cold out, doesn't mean you have to stop thinking about gardening! Join us on the second Monday of the month, January-March at the Sterling Public Library to prepare some seeds…

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Dudley Smith Farm Winter Meeting 2026

County: Christian

Stay informed on current agriculture practices and the latest research taking place at Dudley Smith Farm during the annual Winter Meeting. Topics this year include:

Cattle production and…
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Changing Climate and Historic Pests

Community Tree Care Series Webinars
Properly caring for trees fosters healthy and resilient communities.

Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…

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Wits Workout

County: Franklin

Keeping your brain healthy should be a priority throughout your life – not just in your later years. The Wits Fitness Brain Health program has been in existence since 2015. Adults meet regularly…

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Lawrence County-SPARK at the Library: Straw Weaving Bracelet

Lawrence County
County: Lawrence
What ignites your child? Here is a chance to allow them to explore and create something new each month, helping them find their spark. Seven monthly free classes will be held at the Lawrence Public…

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1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

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