News Progress

•May 3, 2023• Master Gardeners are excited to announce their annual spring plant sale is back at Garden Fest. They will be selling a variety of plants at Lytle Park, Mattoon on Saturday, May 13, 2023, from 9 am-12 pm. Our knowledgeable Master Gardeners will be available throughout the morning to address your yard and garden questions and give you suggestions for planting, pruning, and landscaping. This year we will feature a limited amount of fun hostas to add to your shaded landscapes including Blue Mouse Ears, Island Breeze, and Shadowland Whee just to name a few. Limited quantities of … Read More

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•May 3, 2023• The Moultrie-Douglas Association for Home and Community Education (PAHCE) held the Annual Meeting on April 20th at the Arthur United Methodist Church. A delicious Potluck lunch was enjoyed by about 30 members and guests. Therese Kincade the Artistic Director at the Little Theater in Sullivan, gave a very interesting talk about the history of the Little Theater and her responsibilities, including acting in several productions. Sandra Cameron presented the Memorial Service to honor the members that had passed away in the last year. … Read More

•May 3, 2023• For 48 years, University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners have measured success by gardens planted, insects identified, produce harvested, and the millions of hours volunteers have logged by helping others learn to grow. Take your love of gardening to the next level in 2023 by joining an online training course. Whether you’re interested in the Master Gardener certification process and continuing on to volunteer in your community, or you’re simply interested in bettering your own gardening knowledge, Illinois Gardener Training is for you. Online training is again being offered starting June 12, 2023. This self-guided course is … Read More