Normal Public Library Seed Swap

Are you interested in putting in a garden this spring? Get ready with an opportunity to exchange seeds at a seed swap on March 16 at Normal Public Library from 6:00-7:30pm. Network with other growing-enthusiasts and dream of what’s possible this growing season. Bring your seeds and check out a…

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Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program

Do you own a single-family rental property or a rental building with four (4) units or fewer built before 1978? The City of Bloomington invites you to an upcoming lunch and learn informational session on Friday, February 6 from 11 am to 1 pm at the McLean County Health Department…

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Home, Lawn and Garden Day

Make your garden thrive with educational workshops, inspiring speakers, and horticulture treasures from local businesses and organizations at the 24th Annual Home, Lawn, and Garden Day, hosted by the University of Illinois Extension McLean County Master Gardeners. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 7,…

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What the Whip-poor-will Teaches Us About Forest Management

The Grand Prairie Bird Alliance and the Illinois Wesleyan University Biology Department will sponsor a public presentation about bird ecology on March 30, 2026. The presentation will be held at 7 p.m. in room C101 at the Center for Natural Science (CNS), 201 Beecher Street, Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU), Bloomington….

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