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Am I a Conservationist?

County: DeWitt, Piatt, Macon

Am I a Conservationist? Join 4-H in partnership with the Children's Museum of Illinois to find out! Learn what conservation is, four different kinds of conservation with a primary focus on…

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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…

Amphibians and Reptiles

Junior Master Naturalist Program: Reptiles and Amphibians

Where do they go in the winter?
County: Lake

Join University of Illinois Extension Educators and Master Naturalists on November 11 at 10 a.m. to discover what reptiles and amphibians are and how they survive through the cooler months!…

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Spark Before Dark: Snow Much Science

Wabash County
County: Wabash

Participants will make snow. Have you ever wondered how snow is made? Today, we’re becoming snow scientists! In this fun project, we’ll explore how different materials can work together to…

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Cloverbud Fall Bead Workshop

County: Jersey
Get ready for a fun, hands-on craft project where you'll create your very own set of fall decorations! This Cloverbud project is perfect for younger participants (ages 5-8) who want to explore…
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Cloverbud Workshop: Pumpkin Pie in a Bag

Edwards County
County: Edwards

It's the season for pumpkins and pumpkin pies! Youth ages 5-7 are invited to roll up their sleeves and learn how to make a pumpkin pie in a bag at this workshop. Participants will also listen to a…

A graphic featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, sugar cubes, a blue diabetes awareness ribbon, a stethoscope, and insulin syringes on a light blue background.

Diabetes Support Group

Recipe Makeovers
County: Monroe

Are you or someone you care about living with diabetes or at risk for developing diabetes or other chronic conditions?

Join us for sessions with Food and Nutrition Educator and registered…

Become a Dementia Friend

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2026
Learn simple, powerful ways to support those with dementia in your community.

More than 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and many more live with other forms of…

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Fossils of the Illinois Valley

Utica Public Library
County: LaSalle

This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their…

A white marble surface, including a jar of active starter, a bowl of flour with a sifter, a bowl of yeast, wheat stalks, and a freshly baked sourdough loaf.

Starting a Sourdough Starter

County: Christian, Shelby

Ready to dive into the world of sourdough? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for your own sourdough starter from scratch! We’ll break down the science…

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