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Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) - Jo Daviess

March Winds
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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2027 Extension Master Gardener Seed Expo

County: Lake
Save the Date for the 2027 Seed Expo!Grow. Learn. Connect.

Join us for a vibrant celebration of gardening, community, and the joy of growing something new. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or…

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Gardeners Day

Macomb
County: McDonough

SAVE THE DATE!

Our annual Gardeners Day event will be a bit earlier this year, but it will still be packed with information, fun, and camaraderie. Stay tuned for schedule updates and…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Montgomery
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

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Do You Have a Favorite Dinosaur? Dinosaur Cloverbud Series

County: Woodford
Do you love dinosaurs? Join us for a fun-filled prehistoric adventure as we explore some of the most fascinating dinosaurs that ever roamed the Earth! Participants will learn about different dinosaur…

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Woodford County 4-H Plant Propagation Workshop

County: Woodford

Learn the science and art of growing new plants from existing plants and seeds! 
During this hands-on workshop, youth will explore several plant propagation methods, including cuttings,…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: Macoupin
Under the Food Service Sanitation Code, the Illinois Department of Public requires all food establishments to be supervised by a certified Food Service Sanitation Manager during hours of operation.…

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Tazewell County 4-H Federation Meeting

County: Tazewell

Meetings are usually on the fourth Thursday of the month at 6 PM at the Extension office. Federation is open to existing 4-H members ages 13 and above as of September 1. This club focuses on…

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Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) - Jo Daviess

Prairies
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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Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) - Winnebago

Prairies
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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