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Mental Health First Aid for Agricultural Communities

Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers face unique challenges that can affect mental health and well-being. Long hours, economic uncertainty, weather-related stress, and the demands of caring…

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Understanding Cholesterol and Dietary Fat

Heart Healthy Living
County: JoDaviess
Our hearts beat nearly 100,000 times each day, supplying oxygen and nutrients throughout the body to sustain life. Yet many people rarely think about their heart health until problems arise. Nor do…
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Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats) - Jo Daviess

Turkeys
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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Hort for The Holidays

Decorative Fall Broom
County: Washington

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

Local volunteers will guide…

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Christmas Bird Count Workshop - Carbondale Public Library

County: Jackson
Learn the ABC's of a CBC: Is this your first time on a Christmas Bird Count (CBC)? This workshop will set you on the path for success. Did you know counts in southern Illinois are a 30 to 50-year…
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Houseplant Propagation Basics

at Grayslake Area Public Library
County: Lake

Brighten up the winter months by learning how to grow new houseplants from the ones you already have! 

In this beginner-friendly program, you'll discover simple ways to propagate…

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Freedom of Information Act

Local Government Education Webinar: OMA and FOIA

University of Illinois Extension will host two educational webinars on the Open Meetings Act and the Freedom of Information Act, presented by Christopher Boggs, deputy public access counselor with…

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Penning Your Past

County: Montgomery

Many of us remember hearing stories from our relatives about how life was back when. Sharing stories or family lore is a way to bond and bring families together. Sometimes we remember or know only…

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Lessons for Living: Become a Dementia Friend | Belvidere

Live Watch Party
County: Boone
Over seven million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease, and many more have other forms of dementia that affect their independence and well-being. Attend this free training to…

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Horticulture

Extension Council and Community Conversations
County: Perry

You are invited to join us on November 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Perry County Extension Office to connect with Extension staff and Council members. During this session, Horticulture…

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