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Celebrate the arrival of spring with visions of growing gardens.

As growing seasons shift, register for upcoming sessions of the popular Four Seasons Gardening webinar series. Two new spring sessions offer ways to build both butterfly gardens and delicious lists of vegetable varieties to try in the upcoming growing season.

Explore canning with Kristin on March 30!

Learn the essentials of home canning and gain the confidence to preserve your favorite foods safely! Join Kristin Bogdonas, food and nutrition educator, to explore proper techniques for using a water bath canner, including electric models, as well as steam canners and pressure canners.

When to Plant in Illinois

It's never too early to start planning your garden! Knowing when to plant for your area of Illinois and starting your plants right will help maximize the growing season. Download printable infosheets to keep handy at this Illinois Extension website.

Events

Viewpoints Drama Workshop for Youth

March 21, 2026

County

Rock Island

Reviving Illinois Wetlands

March 24, 2026

The Evolution of Succession Planning: Strengths, Shortfalls, and Innovative Pathways Forward

March 24, 2026

Seed Starting for Spring Success

March 26, 2026

County

Rock Island

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March 13, 2026

After the storm: Illinois Extension shares resources for storm recovery, rebuilding, disaster preparedness
URBANA, Ill. — After strong storms swept across much of Illinois, many communities are facing damaged property and stressful situations. The hours and days following a major storm are often filled with urgent questions. Residents can navigate those decisions using research-based resources from...

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February 28, 2026

Horticulture Helpline: Support for Your Gardening Questions
The Horticulture Helpline is gearing up to help you get your gardening questions answered this spring. As planting season begins, Illinois Extension Master Gardeners are ready with trusted advice and the latest research‑based information and resources. You can reach the helpline in several ways...

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February 27, 2026

Budget Friendly Nutrition Tips
March is National Nutrition Month, a perfect time to focus on building healthy eating habits without stretching your wallet. Eating nutritious meals doesn’t have to be expensive. With a bit of planning, creativity, and smart shopping, you can enjoy flavorful, wholesome foods while staying within...

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February 5, 2026

Strategies to Improve Heart Health
Kindness is more than a simple act—it’s a heart-healthy habit. A study in the Journal of Social Psychology found that performing acts of kindness for seven days significantly boosted happiness. Whether it’s being kind to yourself, a friend, or a stranger—or simply witnessing kindness—these...

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February 3, 2026

Illinois Extension Crop Management Conference equips agriculturalists for upcoming growing season
URBANA, Ill. — How individuals strategize their next farming season can differ from one farmer, landowner, producer, or industry professional to the next. University of Illinois Extension’s online-only Crop...

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