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4-H Youth 101: Childcare Clinic

for ages 10+
County: Logan, Menard, Sangamon

Build Skills. Gain Confidence. Have Fun!

Interested in babysitting or helping care for younger siblings? Join us for a hands-on Childcare Clinic designed to help youth build the skills and…

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Pumpkin Extravaganza

County: Union

Join us for the sixth annual Pumpkin Extravaganza, a free, family-friendly event celebrating all things pumpkin! Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension, this outdoor gathering invites…

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All about Bicycles

4-H Exploration Day
County: Jackson

Jackson County 4‑H is hosting 4‑H Exploration Days throughout the year. This is your chance to discover all the opportunities 4‑H has to offer! 

For October, join us at Carbondale Cycle…

Let's Get Hooked Fishing Clinic

Let's Get Hooked

Fishing Clinic
County: McLean
Get ready to reel in some fun! Join Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and McLean 4-H at Miller Park Lake for an afternoon of catch-and-release fishing. IDNR professionals will kick…
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Craft, Cake & Calm

County: Piatt, Macon, DeWitt

Join us for a fun and relaxing workshop where creativity meets mindfulness! Participants will create their own playing card holder to use during card games and make a delicious mug cake to enjoy…

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Cooking for One or Two

County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt

Cooking for a smaller household? Learn budget-friendly tips for preparing nutritious meals that limit food waste at this free class.
Registration ends October 9.

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Echoes and Embers Art Camp

for youth ages 8-14, open to 4-H and non-4-H members

Explore this hands‑on arts day where youth explore creativity in nature through new ways to experiment, make, and express themselves. From bold art techniques to quiet moments of noticing the…

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Meditation Mornings

County: Cook

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Michele Crawford for Meditation Mornings. This free virtual series consists of fifteen-minute guided meditation sessions held every Monday, Wednesday…

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Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) - Winnebago

Autumn
County: Winnebago
Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about various environmental education topics through a story, an activity, a craft,…
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The Great Pumpkin Build

County: Marion

The Great Pumpkin Build is a creative, hands-on woodworking workshop designed for kids and teens ages 8–18. This engaging program introduces participants to basic woodworking skills in a safe,…

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