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Statewide Webinars

Many webinars are offered online and open to everyone. Be sure to register prior to the webinar.
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Tours and Tastings at The Refuge Food Forest

County: McLean
Join us for our final Tour & Tasting of the season.

A low-fat, high-starch food, chestnuts are unlike other tree nuts. Their texture resembles a hard cheese rather than a typical nut crunch.…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Class | McLean County

County: McLean
Illinois regulations require food establishments to have at least one Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. 

University of Illinois Extension offers the Food Protection Manager…

Wilderness Wednesday

Building a Habitat for Birds with Dr. Michael Ward

County: Kankakee

Join us for Wilderness Wednesdays, evening zoom meetings all about the wilderness!  We are partnering with experts from across the state to bring you information about nature.  Attend all sessions…

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Garden Cleanup for Another Season

County: Macoupin

Fall may end this year's gardening season, but it is the perfect time to begin preparations for next year. Taking care of a few details now means fewer chores, pests and problems next spring. …

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Build Your Own Healthy Charcuterie Board | Granville

County: Putnam

Join Susan Glassman, Nutrition & Wellness Educator for a fun-filled evening. 
Gain a new insight on how to map and build your own charcuterie board. 

Learn how to swap calories and…
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Lawrence County Canvas Painting Workshop

County: Lawrence

Join us for an evening where you will get to paint and take home your very own fall masterpiece! Learn from pro Sherri Zwilling! 

This will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2023…

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Addressing Ageism and Promoting Inclusivity | Lessons For Living | September 2023

Appreciate our uniqueness at every age

Come and learn more about what ageism is, how it impacts society, and ways to promote inclusivity in our communities. It is not uncommon for those living in…

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Master Gardener Meeting

County: Macoupin

Meeting for the Macoupin County Master Gardeners.

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Certified Food Protection Managers Course

County: Piatt

In Illinois, a Certified Food Protection Manager must be on-site any time food is being prepared and served.
University of Illinois Extension in Macon County is offering the Certified…

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Certified Food Protection Managers 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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