Cultural Enrichment
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Bake Sales & Fundraising Events
December 5, 2026
Old Rugged Barn, Towanda
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January 2027 – Major Lesson
“History of Handbags” by Paula Miller
November 24, 2026 – 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
McLean County Farm Bureau Auditorium
The public is invited. 309-532-2125
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ANNUAL COOKIE/CANDY EXCHANGE
Thursday, November 12, 2026 – – 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Bake up or make up your favorite cookie/candy and come share with others – bring 2 to 3 dozen cookies or candies to exchange. Have fun exchanging tips, stories, and more!
Contact Ruth Poppe (815) 945-7126 or grppoppe@frontier.com. Please have recipes emailed to Ruth NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 3 for the recipe booklet.
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HCE Christmas Party
Saturday, December 12, 2026
8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m
Ironwood Golf Course Clubhouse
1904 N. Towanda Avenue, Normal
- Ticket price: $20.00
- Lunch provided by Hy-Vee: Herb chicken breast, party mashed potatoes, salad, rolls/butter, dessert
- Entertainment by Bill Kemp from McLean County Museum presenting “Christmas Past in McLean County”
- RSVP by December 4 to Karen Thompson (309) 830-6232 or Karen Carrigan (309) 830-6078
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READ & SHARE 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Extension Office on Commerce Drive
FREE: Public invited
- Nov 16, 2026 “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi
- Feb 15, 2027 “March” by Geraldine Brooks
- April 19, 2027 “The Book of Lost Names” by Kristin Harmel
- June 21, 2027 “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides
Info: LaVonne Cunningham 309-661-6391
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2026 HCE COMMUNITY SERVICE DAYS
McLean County Extension Office
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Working on Projects – Serving the Community!
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