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Thinking through children's screen time
“How much screen time is okay for kids?” It’s a question many parents (and grandparents, childcare providers, and others) have begun to...
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More Than Screen Time: Creating Healthy Digital Habits for Families
Technology is a constantly adapting and growing form of communication, education, and creation. Children and families spend hours on screens every...
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Coping with loss in caregiving
There are 59 million people caring for someone aged 18+ years of age in the US.Researchers agree that caring for a disabled adult is one of the most...
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Peoria Afterschool Networking Group brings together community agencies to support local youth and families
A strong network of youth-serving organizations can make a lasting difference for young people and families. In Peoria, the collaborative Peoria...
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Enjoy evenings under the stars at Nights in Nature
 GENOA, Ill. — Gather the family, bundle up, and enjoy a cozy evening outdoors at Nights in Nature, a free program offered by University of Illinois Extension at Russell Woods Forest Preserve.Families are invited...
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Building Beyond Ready skills through election conversations
URBANA, Ill. — Youth may be too young to vote, but they are not too young to have questions about elections and politics. From campaign ads to conversations at school and around the dinner table, Election Day can spark curiosity, learning opportunities, and sometimes concern....
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Making the most of life with upcoming bucket list event
CHAMPAIGN, Ill - Live life to the fullest with Someday is Today: Live your Bucket List. Join Health and Family Educator Emily Harmon for a session that encourages and guides participants to pursue their goals and interests. This session focuses on how participants can move their plans off the...
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De-stress with decluttering event at Stevick Center
CHAMPAIGN, Ill - Keeping a home and finances organized on top of the stressors of daily life is hard enough. Avoid feeling overwhelmed with tips from Where to Start: Decluttering Your Home and Finances. Join Illinois Extension for an informative hour of diving into reasons for clutter, how it...
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We are 'Beyond Ready' this 4-H week

4-H members are 'Beyond Ready' for life today

Illinois 4-H empowers youth to be 'Beyond Ready' for life today. Through hands-on learning, leadership opportunities, and real-world experiences, 4-H members sit in the driver's seat to find their spark and explore their interests. Whether it...

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