January 2026 Newsletter
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January Wellness: Focus on Circulation
8 Dimensions of Wellness Series, Wednesdays in January | 1-3 PM, Moline, IL
Community Tree Care Webinar Series, Fridays, Jan 13-Feb 17 | 9-11 AM | Online
Branching Out: Cut Flowers 101: Grow and Arrange, Jan 22, 1-3 PM
Lessons for Living Webinar: What’s in My Food? Decoding Chemicals & Safety, Feb. 10 | 10 a.m.
Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening Saturday, Feb 21, 8 am - 3 pm, Moline, IL
Winter-Spring Program Guide
Programs, workshops, and events:
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- 8 Dimensions of Wellness | Wednesdays in January: Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 | 1–3 PM | Moline
Kick off the year with intention! Through interactive sessions led by local experts, you'll explore two dimensions each week: Physical & Spiritual; Environmental & Emotional; Intellectual & Vocational; and Social & Financial. Sessions includes a take-home self assessment tool, refreshments, and a wellness gift. Classes held at the Butterworth Education Center/Carriage House in Moline.
- Community Tree Care Webinar Series | Jan. 13–Feb. 17 | Fridays, 9–11 AM | Online
Learn from experts on pollinators, forest health, soils, pruning, climate impacts, and more. Six sessions provide practical insights for arborists, professionals, homeowners, and volunteers.
- Botanical Make & Take Series | Thurs. Jan 22, Feb 12, March 26, 1 - 3 PM | Milan
Hands-on monthly workshops with Horticulture Educator Emily Swhihart. Create floral arrangements, propagate houseplants, and start seeds—while taking home your projects.
- Lessons for Living Webinar Series | Feb 10, May 14, June 9 | 10 AM | Online
Free, one-hour online sessions designed to empower adults of all ages with practical, easy-to-understand guidance for living a fulfilling life. Topics include Feb: What's in my food: Decoding Chemicals and Safety, April; Gardening on a Budget, and May: Fur Real Companionship.
- Nursery School: Lessons in Gardening | Sat, Feb. 21 | 8 AM–3 PM | Vibrant Arena, Moline
Spend a full day with Extension educators, Master Gardeners, and local experts exploring fresh ideas for your gardening projects and inspiration for environmental causes. Enjoy expert keynotes, breakout sessions offering practical advice from Extension educators, shop gardening vendors, and enjoy complimentary coffee, morning rolls, and a lunch buffet.
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- Spring Series of Home Horticulture | Mondays, April 13, 20 and 27, 6-8 PM | Rock Island
Explore hot topics in gardening, landscaping, and wellness. Evening sessions include light appetizers and expert-led discussions on soil health, beneficial insects, and more.
Annual Report
2024 Annual Report
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The 2024 Annual Report, showcases the positive changes we've made in the communities of Henry, Mercer, Rock Island, and Stark Counties. Our achievements are a testament to the dedication of our volunteers and the generous support from county boards, donors, 4-H Foundations, and the thousands of clients we proudly serve.