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Pollinators in Your Preserves

with the Lake County Forest Preserves
County: Lake

The Lake County Forest Preserve District ecologists began monitoring the relationships between plants and pollinators in 2023 as part of their overall ecological monitoring efforts. Learn about…

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Lawrence County SPARK at the Library: December

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. Eight free monthly classes will be held at the Lawrence…

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Youth Holiday Wreath Workshop

County: Christian
Get into the holiday spirit and use nature's bounty to help you build a beautiful wreath. Natural materials such as fresh evergreens, foliage, pinecones, berries, and more will be provided and are…

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4-H Cook and Connect Kits for Families

County: Christian, Jersey, Macoupin, Montgomery
Let 4-H help you create meaningful memories around the dinner table! Register today and make this season one of connection, kindness, and creativity!
 Each kit includes:Non-perishable…
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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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Wits Fitness | Eureka

County: Woodford
Strengthen Your Mind with Wits Fitness!


Looking for a fun, low-pressure way to stay mentally active and connect with others? Wits Fitness is an engaging class that supports brain health through…

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Richland County Spark at the Library: December

Richland County
County: Richland

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

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Hort for The Holidays

Holiday Wreath
County: Washington

Get creative this winter! Join Illinois Extension for a fun, hands-on workshop where you’ll create a holiday wreath to enjoy throughout the season. 

Local volunteers will guide you…

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4-H Pumpkin Bars Workshop

at Avon Township
County: Lake

Have you ever wondered how pumpkins become some of our favorite fall foods?

Join 4-H as we:

Learn about the life cycle of a pumpkinExplore the nutritional benefits of pumpkinDiscover…
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Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) - Jo Daviess

3 R's (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)
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,…

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