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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Bake Sales & Fundraising Events
Friday, March 20, 2026 – 12:00-4:00 p.m.
Fannie May In-Store Fundraiser
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SHARING OF THE GREEN
Thursday, March 12, 2026 – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Farm Bureau Building
- Featuring “Irish” soups, stews and breads, and let’s not forget dessert!
- Cost $5.00 ~~ or let us know when you sign up if you plan to bring an “Irish” food.
- Featuring a table of “green elephant” items (bring green items if you have any to share); a 50/50 drawing; and lots of fun games and prizes!
- RSVP by Monday, March 10
- Contact Debi Stoppkotte 309-825-8458 or email gaitedgal54@gmail.com
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Trip to Amish Country
Arthur, IL
Thursday, April 23, 2026
- 8:30 a.m. Meet at UI Extension Office, 1615 Commerce Parkway, Bloomington
- Carpool to Arthur and the Amish Heritage Center for 10:00 a.m. tour of Amish homes and buildings
- Cost of the tour is $10 each for groups of 10 or more
- Lunch – Yoder’s Kitchen
- Shopping at will in Arthur & surrounding countryside (list of fun places to shop will be provided)
- RSVP by April 15
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2026 HCE COMMUNITY SERVICE DAYS
McLean County Extension Office
March 17 – April 21 – May 19
Working on Projects – Serving the Community!
Info: Betty Jensen 309-531-2183
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READ & SHARE 2:00-3:30 p.m.