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Ecology at Your Home

Everyday Environment Series

Remember back in grade school biology learning about things like the carbon cycle? Or how about evolution? Or even things like a predator-prey relationship?…

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Diabetes Support Group

Mediterranean Diet Basics
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 an interactive session with Food and Nutrition Educator…

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Sunflower Showmanship Contest

Make a difference at the Illinois State Fair!

Illinois 4-H is proud to partner with the Illinois Department of Agriculture and Special Olympics…

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Growing Mums and Pumpkins

Summer Twilight Series
County: Pope
Get ready for fall with mums and pumpkins.

Join Extension for the final installation of the Summer Twilight Series as we tour Friendly Farms, a southern Illinois family-owned farm specializing in…

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Climate Stewards Informational Session

From extreme heat to flooding, Illinois communities are already living through the impacts of climate change. Be part of the solution by turning concern into…

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Fire Ecology for Managing Grasslands and Woodlands

Forestry Stewardship Webinar Series 2026

Illinois is dominated by fire-adapted ecosystems from prairies to savannas to barrens and oak woodlands. Historically, fire played a key role in maintaining diversity, structure, and function in…

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Learn How to Can with Confidence

Food Preservation Basics
County: Monroe

Whether just starting out or updating your food preservation knowledge, join University of Illinois Extension Food and Nutrition Educator, Kris Juelfs, for this FREE informational program.

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2026 Illinois State 4-H Dog Show

Save the date!

The State 4-H Dog show is open to any 4-H member who has received a qualifying score at their local 4-H exhibition. Please contact your local Extension Office for local information…

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Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy | Mt. Vernon

There are significant and detailed decisions to be made when owning a farm and building a legacy.

Focus on the Future: Sustaining Farm Legacy events will feature critical and practical updates for…

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Drone-based Herbicide Application Efficacy for Priority Invasive Plants

Forestry Stewardship Webinar Series 2026

Drone-based herbicide applications for invasive plants have been increasing due to their low cost, the increasing availability of contract applicators, and decreasing equipment costs. However,…