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4-H World Explorers Club | Rochelle

SPIN Club — open to 4-H and non-4-H youth!
County: Ogle
Pack your (imaginary) bags — we’re going GLOBAL! The 4‑H World Explorers SPIN Club is kicking off its first meeting on Thursday, Sept 17, from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Flagg‑Rochelle Public Library (…
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Hands to Larger Service

Care Kits
County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery
Put your "Hands to Larger Service" by helping us make our goal of putting together 100 Care Kits to be donated to those in need in our local communities! Care Kits will be handed out in Christian,…

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Gateway FS: Behind the Scenes of Agriculture

County: Washington

Join us for the first stop on our Ag Explorers to Ag Ambassadors Tour Series!

On October 16 at 9:00 a.m., youth will get a behind-the-scenes look at Gateway FS in Venedy. Explore a working…

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4-H Pumpkin Bread Take-Home Kit

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery
Bake and discover with this fun, fall-inspired take-home kit! 
 Each kit will include a recipe and non-perishable supplies for pumpkin bread, as well as a discovery sheet to engage youth…
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Unit 20 Livestock Judging Contest

County: Clark
Join us on October 16 for the 2nd Annual Livestock Judging Contest! 

Youth ages 8-18, including 4-H and FFA members, are invited to showcase their judging abilities with cattle, swine,…
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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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CJMM 4-H Club Leader Training

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery
Calling all 4-H Club Leaders! Join us for an engaging and informative training session designed to equip you with the tools, resources, and confidence to lead your club with impact.
 Whether…
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Birdwatching Hike

Dixon Waterfowl Refuge
County: Putnam
Enjoy a guided hike through the scenic wetlands led by Illinois Extension’s Master Naturalist volunteers.  The 3,000 acre Refuge is home to more than 730 native plant species and 270 bird…
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CJMM 4-H Officer Training

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery
Are you interested in becoming a 4-H club officer—or have you already been elected? Join us for an exciting and interactive session designed to help youth explore officer roles, build leadership…
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Finding Your Family Heritage 4-H Workshop

Edwards County
County: Edwards

Ever wondered about your family tree? Get started building yours at this workshop! Participants will learn the basics of genealogy, where to get started with researching family history, and…

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