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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Volunteer Opportunities</span>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">V: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://vols.pt/26zXCJ"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Roving Reporters</span></a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">V: Requesting Presenters on Garden-Related Topics</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">V: Idea Garden Section Leaders Needed</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Counting Education</span>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13704"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Earthquakes</span></a> – Monday, Feb. 15</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13834"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Central Illinois Vegetables Growers Workshop</span></a> – Saturday, Feb. 20</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://go.illinois.edu/ccmgawards"><span style="color: #4276aa;">CCMG Monthly Program: Color and Design in the Garden</span></a> – Tuesday, Feb. 16</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13710">19<sup style="color: #4276aa;">th</sup> Annual Gardening Insights</a> – Saturday, Feb. 27</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/lmw/lmw_mg/4326.html"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Home, Yard and Garden Day</span></a> – Friday, March 5</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13779"><span style="color: #4276aa;">2016 Garden Day Workshop and Spring Festival</span></a> – Saturday, March 12</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13495"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Small Farm Webinars</span></a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CE: Herb Breads with a Meaning – Saturday, April 16</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Miscellaneous</span>
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">CCMG Award Nominations – Submit by <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>Friday, February 5</strong></span></span></li>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong><em>V: Roving Reporters</em></strong></span></p>
<p>The Champaign County Master Gardeners need <strong>Roving Reporters</strong> to document specific programs/activities and submit them to the Cultivator newsletter. Each event requests one volunteer to attend the event and provide a brief synopsis of the event. The article has potential to be used for other media outlets as well.</p>
<p><a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://vols.pt/26zXCJ"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Click on the VolunteerSpot calendar</span></a> to see which programs need Roving Reporters!</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><em><strong>V: Requesting Presenters on Garden-Related Topics</strong></em></span></p>
<p>As spring rolls in (isn’t it spring yet?!), local libraries, groups, and other volunteer programs are searching for speakers versed in garden-related topics. Do you have a topic that you’re particularly passionate on? Love butterflies, vegetables, lawn management, water retention, landscape design, or native plants? Then sign up to present!</p>
<p>Times and dates vary depending on your (speaker) availability, location, and group preference.</p>
<p>Please email Ava, <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="mailto:carmien2@illinois.edu"><span style="color: #4276aa;">carmien2@illinois.edu</span></a>, if you’re interested.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong><em>CE: Idea Garden Section Leaders Needed</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Several sections of the Idea Garden are in need of Chairs/Co-chairs. Whether you’re a natural leader, or more of a worker bee, these chair positions will be a good fit for you! All Idea Garden sections have a great workforce and devoted volunteers behind them, but need a standing representative for communication purposes.</p>
<p>What does being an Idea Garden Chair/Co-Chair involve?</p>
<ul>
<li>Enjoys being outside</li>
<li>Coordinating regular workdays</li>
<li>Values plants and gardeners alike</li>
<li>Coordinating consistent communication (via email, texts, or calls)</li>
<li>Designing/implementing design for the section</li>
<li>Going on Ava’s regularly scheduled shopping days for garden purchases</li>
<li>Encouraging teamwork</li>
</ul>
<p>For more information about the Idea Garden or what sections need Chairs, please contact the Idea Garden Tri-Chairs:</p>
<p>Julie Steele: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="mailto:jsteele88@gmail.com"><span style="color: #4276aa;">jsteele88@gmail.com</span></a></p>
<p>Debbie Nelson: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="mailto:debbie@cognitionworks.org"><span style="color: #4276aa;">debbie@cognitionworks.org</span></a></p>
<p>Anne Hudson: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="mailto:a.s.hudson@aol.com"><span style="color: #4276aa;">a.s.hudson@aol.com</span></a></p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></table><table style="border: none; width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td style="padding: 0; line-height: 12px; width: 100%;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><table style="width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td style="background: #000000; font-size: 1px; padding: 0; line-height: 1px; height: 1px;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><table style="border: none; width: 100%;" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"><tbody><tr><td style="padding: 0; line-height: 12px; width: 100%;"> </td></tr></tbody></table><style rel="stylesheet" type="text/css">
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: Earthquakes</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Monday, February 15 at 6:30 p.m.</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Learn the facts on earthquakes from an expert, Stephen Marshak, by attending the lecture "Earthquakes" sponsored by the East Central Illinois Master Naturalists. Stephen Marshak is a professor in the Department of Geology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he also serves as the Director of the School of Earth, Society, & Environment.</p>
<p>The program will be held at the UI Extension Auditorium, 801 N Country Fair Drive, Champaign, IL. Admission is free and the public is invited. For more information, and to register, <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13704"><span style="color: #4276aa;">click here</span></a>.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: Central Illinois Vegetables Growers Workshop</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Saturday, February 20 </em></strong></span></p>
<p>Register for the Central Illinois Vegetable Growers Workshop on February 20, 2016 in Arthur Illinois at the Otto Center. <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13834"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Click here</span></a> to register!</p>
<p>Nathan Johanning will address weed management in Cucurbits and Solanaceae Crops</p>
<p>Dr. Mohammad Babadoost will talk about disease identification and management in cucurbit and tomato crops.</p>
<p>Dr. Rick Weinzierl will help growers with insect identification and management in cucurbit and cabbage family crops.</p>
<p>Dr. Mosbah Kushad will talk about Post- Harvest Handling of Highly Perishable Vegetables and Benefits of Grafting Vegetables.</p>
<p>Registration is $20.00 which includes lunch and materials.</p>
<p><strong>The registration deadline is February 12, 2016</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: CCMG Monthly Program – Color and Design in the Garden & Master Gardener Awards Reception</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Tuesday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m.</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Top of Form</p>
<p>The Champaign County Master Gardeners come together each February to recognize outstanding Master Gardeners. On <strong>Tuesday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m.</strong>, light deserts will be severed followed by the announcements of the following award winners:</p>
<ul>
<li>Volunteer hours</li>
<li>Golden Trowel</li>
<li>Making a Difference</li>
<li>Friend of a Master Gardener</li>
</ul>
<p>Following the award reception, Champaign County Master Gardeners Juanita Gammon and Jessica Lopez will present <em>Color and Design in the Garden.</em> They teach gardeners how to assess an area to create an exquisite landscape that has color and interest.</p>
<p>Juanita Gammon is a talented local artist with an exceptional talent and eye and has taught art classes for decades. Her artistic nature coupled with her gardening knowledge gives her excellent credibility for incorporating color and interest in the garden.</p>
<p>Jessica Lopez is a trained Landscape Design has been designing local homeowner gardens for years. Jessica and Juanita serve as the Border Coordinators at the Idea Garden. In this position, they assist and encourage the borders garden design. </p>
<p>This program is for Champaign County Master Gardeners only. As food is being served, registration is required. </p>
<p>Registration is available on our website: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://go.illinois.edu/ccmgawards"><span style="color: #4276aa;">http://go.illinois.edu/ccmgawards</span></a></p>
<p>Questions? Contact Ava Heap: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="mailto:carmien2@illinois.edu"><span style="color: #4276aa;">carmien2@illinois.edu</span></a> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: 19<sup>th</sup> Annual Gardening Insights</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Saturday, February 27</em></strong></span></p>
<p><strong><em>A Day of Horticulture Classes for Gardeners of All Levels!</em></strong></p>
<p>Wipe away those winter blues and start thinking about the excitement of spring planting with Gardening Insights. Sponsored by University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners in Macon County, join us on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 9am until 3pm for a taste of what spring has to offer.</p>
<p>The event will be held at the Shilling Center on the campus of Richland Community College, 1 College Park, Decatur, IL.</p>
<p>Follow this link to register: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13710"><span style="color: #4276aa;">https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13710</span></a></p>
<p>Keynote speaker will be Doug Tallamy, professor in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware. Tallamy will discuss the important ecological roles of the plants in our landscapes, emphasize the ecological, educational, physical, and emotional benefits of designing landscapes with these roles in mind, and explore the consequences of failing to do so. Managing landscapes in this crowded world carries both moral and ecological responsibilities that we can no longer ignore. Tallamy’s book <em>Bringing Nature Home: How Native Plants Sustain Wildlife in Our Gardens</em>, was published by Timber Press in 2007 and was awarded the 2008 Silver Medal by the Garden Writers' Association. The Living Landscape, co-authored with Rick Darke, was published in 2014. Among his awards are the Garden Club of America Margaret Douglas Medal for Conservation and the Tom Dodd, Jr. Award of Excellence.</p>
<p>Along with the keynote speaker, 13 additional gardening classes will be offered throughout the day. Classes include topics on beekeeping, growing great tomatoes, native shrubs, summer bulbs, seed starting, building an insect hotel and many, many more! Doors will open at 8am for registration, vendor shopping and book signing by Tallamy. Keynote speaker is at 9:00 a.m. and classes begin at 10am.</p>
<p>For a complete list of classes or to register, visit our website at go.illinois.edu/dmp or call 217.877.6042.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: Home, Yard and Garden Day</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Friday, March 5</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Home, Lawn and Garden Day, March 5, 2016 is the ideal place to get inspiration for future garden projects, fall in love with a must-have plant or learn the basics of everyday Gardening. University of Illinois Extension's McLean County Master Gardeners host their 13th annual Home, Lawn and Garden Day just in time to beat the winter blahs. <strong>Online registration begins January 11, 2016 and ends February 26, 2016 or when registration is full.</strong> If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact us.</p>
<p>For more information on to register, visit the McClean Co. Master Gardeners website: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/lmw/lmw_mg/4326.html"><span style="color: #4276aa;">https://web.extension.illinois.edu/lmw/lmw_mg/4326.html</span></a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: 2016 Garden Day Workshop and Spring Festival</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Saturday, March 12</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Join the Vermilion County Master Gardeners for their annual Garden Day Workshop and Spring Festival. This year, the workshop will take place from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 12 at CrossRoads Christian Church (3613 N Vermilion, Danville, IL). The workshop fee is $25.00 and includes a homemade lunch prepared by Master Gardeners and a bag filled with garden goodies and information.</p>
<p>Reservations are limited and reserved by receipt of payment. To reserve your seat by check or cash, call our office at 217-442-8615 or stop by 3164 N Vermilion, Danville, IL.</p>
<p><a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13779"><strong style="color: #4276aa;">Click here</strong></a><strong> to register online</strong>!</p>
<p>Our morning speakers this year include, Master Gardeners John Boedensteiner and Walter Deck. John will be talking about garden safety and Walter will share his knowledge of raised beds.</p>
<p>The keynote speaker is Carol Reese, Ornamental Horticulture Specialist at University of Tennessee and contributor to several magazines, including <em>Fine Gardening and Horticulture.</em></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: Small Farm Webinars</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>January - March</em></strong></span></p>
<p>The University of Illinois Extension presents a weekly educational series for the small farm community. This series will provide practical knowledge on emerging topics which advance local food production in Illinois. These online presentations will give small farm producers a look at how leading practices in production, management, and marketing enable operations to improve profitability and sustainability. This year's series includes new topics such as farm pond ecology, producing Shiitake mushrooms, the emerging local grain economy in Illinois, raising meat birds on pasture and growing great blackberries.</p>
<p>The webinars can also be accessed online from your personal computer by registering at <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://go.illinois.edu/WinterWebinar2016"><span style="color: #4276aa;">http://go.illinois.edu/WinterWebinar2016</span></a>.</p>
<p>In case you cannot attend these dates, register anyway to view an archived, recorded version. Information will be provided via email (by the Monday after airing) for viewing at your convenience.</p>
<p>They can also be accessed on our website at: <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://web.extension.illinois.edu/smallfarm/webinar.html"><span style="color: #4276aa;">http://web.extension.illinois.edu/smallfarm/webinar.html</span></a></p>
<p><strong>The free webinars will be held from noon -1:00 pm on Thursdays at the Champaign County Extension office at 801 North Country Fair Drive in Champaign. </strong><a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13495"><strong style="color: #4276aa;">Click here</strong></a><strong> to register to view at the Champaign Office.</strong></p>
<p>Choose <strong>any number</strong> of the following webinars to attend when you register.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>CE: Herb Breads with a Meaning</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong><em>Saturday, April 16 at 1 p.m.</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Combining baking with history and gardening, the Bread Monk demonstrates three breads which use symbolic herbs to send messages of compassion and support. Father Dominic Garramone, the Bread Monk, is known for his delicious bread recipes, bread tips and inspirational programs. To find out more about him and his “breadhead” followers go to <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://www.breadmonk.com"><span style="color: #4276aa;">www.breadmonk.com</span></a>.</p>
<p>The event is Saturday, April 16 at the Copper & Brass Room, 1300 S. Madison Street, Clinton, IL. Tickets are $15/person. For tickets and additional information, please call the 217.935.5764.</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong><em>CCMG Award Nominations</em></strong></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong><em>Submission due by February 5</em></strong></span></p>
<p>During this special time of the year, take the time to reflect on the Master Gardener volunteer(s) who've really made an impact on you during the 2015 gardenign season! Now is the time to nominate fellow Master Gardeners and special community members for the <strong><em>Making a Difference</em></strong> and <strong><em>Friend of a Master Gardener</em></strong> award.</p>
<p>The<strong><em> Making a Difference Award</em> </strong>honors Champaign County Master Gardeners who, through their initiative, commitment, and quiet, unselfish service, enrich the CCMG program. Any active Master Gardener may nominate someone for this award. Multiple awards may be given annually. Usually presented at the February Master Gardner Program. </p>
<p><a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://web.extension.illinois.edu/units/survey.cfm?sID=664&UnitID=480"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Click here</span></a> for the Making a Difference nomination form. </p>
<p>The <strong><em>Friend of a Master Gardener </em></strong>is given to non-Master Gardeners or a company for exceptional service to the Master Gardener program. Any active Master Gardener may nominate someone for this award. May be received more than once. Usually presented at the February Master Gardener program.</p>
<p><a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://web.extension.illinois.edu/units/survey.cfm?sID=663&UnitID=480"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Click here</span></a> for the Friend of a Master Gardener nomination form.</p>
<p>All Master Gardeners are invited to celebrate the success of fellow volunteers at the Master Gardener Awards Reception on <strong>February 16 at 6:30 pm</strong>. The following awards will be distributed:</p>
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<li>Volunteer hours</li>
<li>Golden Trowel</li>
<li>Making a Difference</li>
<li>Friend of a Master Gardener</li>
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<p>Deserts will be served! Please register in advance for this special evening. <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="https://web.extension.illinois.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=13641"><span style="color: #4276aa;">Click here</span></a> to register.</p>
<p>To learn more about these awards and see previous winners, <a style="color: #4276aa;" href="http://web.extension.illinois.edu/cfiv/champaignmg/4505.html"><span style="color: #4276aa;">click here</span></a>.</p>
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<p><em>Program Coordinator, Horticulture</em></p>
<p>University of Illinois Extension, Unit 13</p>
<p>Champaign County</p>
<p>801 N. Country Fair Drive, Suite D</p>
<p>Champaign, IL 61821</p>
<p><a style="color: #4276aa;" href="mailto:carmien2@illinois.edu"><span style="color: #4276aa;">carmien2@illinois.edu</span></a></p>
<p>217-333-7672 </p>
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