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Brain with squiggle marks on it

Wits Fitness Mt. Carroll Library | June

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain Exercises offered by University of Illinois Extension. The monthly classes are held on…

Sourdough Starter Class

Sourdough Starter Class

Danville Public Library
County: Vermilion
This class in now full

Are you tired of the same old store-bought bread? Craving the tangy taste and fluffy texture of homemade sourdough? Join Illinois Extension and the Danville Public…

collection of canned assorted vegetables

Canning with Confidence

Grab your lunch and join us! Discover how to can with confidence and learn the proper techniques for safely using a water bath canner, including an electric water bath canner, steam canner, and…

Two men arm wrestling while two others cheer them on

Don't Go It Alone

improving your social connections

Studies show that more than 20% of adults in the United States feel lonely, isolated, or both. Research increasingly points to social isolation and loneliness as profoundly affecting quality of…

various herbs

Harvesting and storing Herbs

Sponsored by State Herb Association
County: Kankakee
It’s time to learn about herbs!

 

Join us along with the State Herb Association as we learn about the culinary and medicinal uses of herbs. Pearl from the Farmacy Farmstand will…

4-H member preparing to launch a rocket

Prepare for Lift Off! 4-H Aerospace Workshop

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Have a blast and register now for Prepare for Lift Off! 

This free workshop is fantastic for anyone ages 8-18 who is interested in learning more about exhibiting rockets in the 4-H…

gardening tools

DSAC Youth Gardening Class

County: Pope

Extension staff and volunteers are once again offering summer youth gardening classes at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center. These classes are a great way for local children to learn about…

a dehydrator shelf with dried peaches

Dehydrating Your Summer Produce

Yes, You CAN!
County: Winnebago

Dried foods are delicious, healthy, lightweight, and easy to store, use, and transport. In fact, drying is one of the oldest food preservation methods around. So, whether you are looking to…

colorful illustration with a brain and scientific notation

Wits Fitness Thomson | June

County: Carroll, Lee, Whiteside

Experience a monthly journey with Kara Schweitzer, educator with the University of Illinois Extension, as she leads you through interactive activities crafted to stimulate the brain and enhance…

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Photo of Lake Michigan and Chicago skyline. Text reads: Illinois-Indiana Master Watershed Steward Program, Cook County 2024 Cohort
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canceled
Illinois-Indiana Master Watershed Steward Program

County: Cook
Become a community leader in water conservation! Join our inaugural cohort!

IL-IN Master Watershed Stewards:

Trains and supports community leaders to serve and support the protection and…

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