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Welcome to the University of Illinois Extension Macon County website! Extension is the University's outreach to our community. Extension provides practical research-based information to make a positive difference in people's lives. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Today's Features

	University of Illinois Extension Disaster Resources
	Summer Horticulture Series (telenet) All programs offered in this Summer Series will be held at University of Illinois Extension Macon County, 2535 Millikin Parkway, Decatur, Illinois. The presentation will be via the University of Illinois telenet system and local computer PowerPoint presentations, allowing live discussion between the instructor and gardeners throughout Illinois. If interested please call the Macon County office at 217/877-6042 and reserve a seat and packet of information.
	Macon County 4-H Presents GET UP AND MOVE! Ages 6 and up are invited!Get the scoop in MyPyramid and how it effects you!Try some delicious snacks - made especially for active kids!*Test your endurance,strength and agility with fun games! Call the extension office at 877-6042 for more information.
	2008 State Fair Premium Book

Macon County Tip of the Week

Macon County 4-H will be hosting their 2008 4-H Outdoor Indoor Show on Saturday, July 12^th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m at Center Stage in Hickory Point Mall. This event showcases 4-H members' work in Horticulture, Natural Resources, Photography and Floriculture projects. The public is welcome to view live judging as well as peruse local members' projects. Non-perishable items will be left on display following the show during the month of July.

We'll see you at the show!

Questions? Contact Kate Shields, Program Coordinator, 4-H Youth Development at kjs@uiuc.edu

Macon County Extension Program Areas

Click on an area to learn more about our programs and resources.

Reports

Extension Council Report
Council Minutes
Awards
Community Nutrition Education Advisory Board
Community Nutrition Education Advisory Board

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Quick Links

Macon County Extension Meetings

University of Illinois Extension Macon County Extension Council Agenda May 12, 2008
5/12/08

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Program Registrations

Summer Horticulture Series (Late Summer and Fall Blooming Perennials)
Register by July 10, 2008

Summer Horticulture Series ( Summer and Fall Blooming Vines, Trees and Shrubs)
Register by July 24, 2008

2008 Summer Horticulture Institute for Elementary School (Pre-K through 6th) Teachers
Register by July 28, 2008

Sign-Up for the 4-H Online Mailing List!
Register by April 20, 2009

Podcasts

News & Updates
	Plant Palette Learn different plants you can use in creating your garden masterpiece.
News Releases
Dates for Moonlight Mic Set Attention Livestock Exhibitors: NEW Premises ID Registration is Voluntary for 2008
Diabetes Life Lines Current diabetes research.
Illinois Pesticide Review Discusses the safe and effective use of pesticides and concise information on legislation, regulations, and other developments directly impacting pesticide use in Illinois.
Local Government Matters Community and economic development news from University of Illinois Extension.
Nibbles Ideas for coping with the challenges of parenting and preparing your children for success.
Parenting Again A newsletter focused on grandparents raising their grandchildren.
Pest Management and Crop Development Bulletin Weekly bulletins during the growing season, letting you know what problem pests to look for before they reach your field.
Access Extension Macon County Extension Unit Newsletter
Echoes of Knowledge
News & Notes News from the Macon County Master Gardener Program.

Upcoming Events

Illinois 4-H Citizenship Washington Focus
Decatur, Illinois (Macon County)
July 5-12, 2008

Summer Horticulture Series (Late Summer and Fall Blooming Perennials)
Decatur, Illinois (Macon County)
July 8, 2008

Get Up and Move!
Argenta, Illinois (Macon County)
July 9, 2008

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Extension Council

Extension councils serve in an advisory role cooperating with Extension staff to provide educational programs to the public. Learn more about the Macon County Extension Council.

Macon County Unit
2535 Millikin Parkway
Decatur, IL 62526
Phone: 217-877-6042
FAX: 217-877-4564
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Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m, Monday-Friday

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