Featured Courses Design with Canva for Business or Social 11/09/26 - 11/09/26 Canva is a brilliant and easy way to create your own beautiful designs and graphics without any graphic design experience. Whether you have a business or social need, there is no one better to learn from than Carla Gentle, Professional and Certified Writer and Marketer with Marketing the Write Way, who uses Canva regularly for her own business needs. From presentations, social media, and newsletters, to logos, flyers, or just an image to use as you please, Canva has taken the graphics world by storm. In this class, learn the basic skills required to create and manage your own graphic design projects using powerful, built-in Canva tools, and more. The Chicago Blizzard of 1967 11/13/26 - 11/13/26 Do you remember where you were when Chicago was buried under 23 inches of snow? Relive one of the city's most memorable storms as we walk through the timeline of events, stunning photos of towering snow drifts, and stories of how the city came to a standstill. We'll discuss the storm's impact on daily life, the heroic cleanup efforts, and the lasting memories it created. Bring your own stories and enjoy a trip down memory lane as we share experiences from this remarkable day in Chicago's history. Understanding Your Auto and Home Insurance 12/05/26 - 12/05/26 Shopping for insurance can be daunting. In this course, learn how it is essential to shop for insurance annually so you can guarantee you are receiving adequate coverage from a reputable company at a reasonable price. The insurance industry is unpredictable. Discover how being an informed shopper will help you to understand your policy and put you in the driver's seat when obtaining quotes for auto, home, or renter's insurance. Scrapbooking & Vision Boards: Creating Memories and Dreams Together 12/07/26 - 12/07/26 A fun, hands-on class designed for anyone who wants to preserve special memories while dreaming about the future. Whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, you'll enjoy an evening of creativity, connection, and inspiration while preserving memories and dreaming about the future. Participants will learn basic scrapbooking skills-layout design, photo placement, journaling, and creative embellishments-while also creating a personalized vision board that reflects individual and family goals. Leave with meaningful keepsakes and an inspiring reminder of your shared journey. Sewing for Beginners Click the register link to see available sessions Have you always wanted to learn how to sew? Join us, learn the basics, and at the end of our class, you will have your very own pair of casual pants, made by you! Learn how your machine works to get the results you want. Stop struggling and learn the basics to take your creativity to another level. Make Money with a Virtual Assistant / Word Processing Business Click the register link to see available sessions If you can type, then you can make money at home using your computer. You will discover how and where to find clients, 50 ways to advertise/market your services, effective home office equipment choices, and 100 ways to make money with a computer. There really is a need for your services, so learn to be your own boss, set your own hours, and make more money. Timeless Movie Moments Click the register link to see available sessions Join acclaimed presenter John LeGear for his 15th film history presentation-a lively journey through the unforgettable music and magic of the movies! Featuring memorable clips, fascinating stories, legendary composers and performers, and plenty of surprises, this fast-paced 85-minute "docu-musical" celebrates the films and music that have entertained generations.Come enjoy the memories, the music, and the movies! How To Start Any Home Business Click the register link to see available sessions Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award-winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start-up workshop you will ever find. Mechanics and Practice of Meditation Click the register link to see available sessions This will be a practical application of several different types of meditation ranging from guided beginner meditation to mantras, mindfulness, and music. Learn the different techniques and what resonates with you. There will be a short discussion prior to the meditation explaining the practice in addition to a discussion after to explore what we felt in the practice. Dress comfortably. Yoga mats and chairs will be available for the practice, but bring a pillow or blanket for comfort. Video Vignettes: Exploring the Midwest's French Heritage Corridor - Luncheon Click the register link to see available sessions Discover the fascinating French roots woven throughout the Midwest! Through engaging video introductions, visit historic French settlements, forts, museums, and cultural sites across the French Heritage Corridor-from Minnesota and Illinois to Indiana, Missouri, and Michigan. Along the way, explore places such as Starved Rock, Ste. Genevieve, Mackinac Island, and Fort St. Joseph. We'll also revisit ideas from the 2026 LLI course about celebrating, preserving, and sharing our own community's French heritage. Vintage Purse Museum Tour Click the register link to see available sessions Discover one of Manteno's hidden gems with a guided tour of the Vintage Purse Museum! Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the museum takes you on a fascinating journey through fashion, history, and nostalgia. Explore an amazing collection of vintage purses, handbags, accessories, and other fascinating memorabilia while hearing the stories behind the collections. You'll also discover exhibits featuring Barbie, vintage comics, weddings, veterans, and more. Best of all, your visit helps support the museum's mission of providing meaningful employment and job-training opportunities for adults with disabilities. Come enjoy this fun and fascinating hidden gem right in our own backyard! Write, Polish, Publish: A Writer's Conference Click the register link to see available sessions Have a story waiting to be told? Spend an inspiring day turning your ideas into stronger, more engaging writing! This interactive conference features five fun and practical sessions covering writer's block, creating memorable characters, bringing scenes to life, writing powerful dialogue, "show, don't tell," and navigating traditional and self-publishing.With hands-on writing exercises and a downloadable workbook, you'll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and practical tools to keep your writing moving forward. Whether you're just getting started or have been writing for years, there's something here for every storyteller!

Featured Courses

Design with Canva for Business or Social 11/09/26 - 11/09/26 Canva is a brilliant and easy way to create your own beautiful designs and graphics without any graphic design experience. Whether you have a business or social need, there is no one better to learn from than Carla Gentle, Professional and Certified Writer and Marketer with Marketing the Write Way, who uses Canva regularly for her own business needs. From presentations, social media, and newsletters, to logos, flyers, or just an image to use as you please, Canva has taken the graphics world by storm. In this class, learn the basic skills required to create and manage your own graphic design projects using powerful, built-in Canva tools, and more.

The Chicago Blizzard of 1967 11/13/26 - 11/13/26 Do you remember where you were when Chicago was buried under 23 inches of snow? Relive one of the city's most memorable storms as we walk through the timeline of events, stunning photos of towering snow drifts, and stories of how the city came to a standstill. We'll discuss the storm's impact on daily life, the heroic cleanup efforts, and the lasting memories it created. Bring your own stories and enjoy a trip down memory lane as we share experiences from this remarkable day in Chicago's history.

Understanding Your Auto and Home Insurance 12/05/26 - 12/05/26 Shopping for insurance can be daunting. In this course, learn how it is essential to shop for insurance annually so you can guarantee you are receiving adequate coverage from a reputable company at a reasonable price. The insurance industry is unpredictable. Discover how being an informed shopper will help you to understand your policy and put you in the driver's seat when obtaining quotes for auto, home, or renter's insurance.

Scrapbooking & Vision Boards: Creating Memories and Dreams Together 12/07/26 - 12/07/26 A fun, hands-on class designed for anyone who wants to preserve special memories while dreaming about the future. Whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, you'll enjoy an evening of creativity, connection, and inspiration while preserving memories and dreaming about the future. Participants will learn basic scrapbooking skills-layout design, photo placement, journaling, and creative embellishments-while also creating a personalized vision board that reflects individual and family goals. Leave with meaningful keepsakes and an inspiring reminder of your shared journey.

Sewing for Beginners Click the register link to see available sessions Have you always wanted to learn how to sew? Join us, learn the basics, and at the end of our class, you will have your very own pair of casual pants, made by you! Learn how your machine works to get the results you want. Stop struggling and learn the basics to take your creativity to another level.

Make Money with a Virtual Assistant / Word Processing Business Click the register link to see available sessions If you can type, then you can make money at home using your computer. You will discover how and where to find clients, 50 ways to advertise/market your services, effective home office equipment choices, and 100 ways to make money with a computer. There really is a need for your services, so learn to be your own boss, set your own hours, and make more money.

Timeless Movie Moments Click the register link to see available sessions Join acclaimed presenter John LeGear for his 15th film history presentation-a lively journey through the unforgettable music and magic of the movies! Featuring memorable clips, fascinating stories, legendary composers and performers, and plenty of surprises, this fast-paced 85-minute "docu-musical" celebrates the films and music that have entertained generations.Come enjoy the memories, the music, and the movies!

How To Start Any Home Business Click the register link to see available sessions Tired of working for someone else? Do you need to make more money? Turn your talents and hobbies into profits by starting a home business. Taught by a Chamber of Commerce Past President and award-winning business owner, this is probably the most comprehensive business start-up workshop you will ever find.

Mechanics and Practice of Meditation Click the register link to see available sessions This will be a practical application of several different types of meditation ranging from guided beginner meditation to mantras, mindfulness, and music. Learn the different techniques and what resonates with you. There will be a short discussion prior to the meditation explaining the practice in addition to a discussion after to explore what we felt in the practice. Dress comfortably. Yoga mats and chairs will be available for the practice, but bring a pillow or blanket for comfort.

Video Vignettes: Exploring the Midwest's French Heritage Corridor - Luncheon Click the register link to see available sessions Discover the fascinating French roots woven throughout the Midwest! Through engaging video introductions, visit historic French settlements, forts, museums, and cultural sites across the French Heritage Corridor-from Minnesota and Illinois to Indiana, Missouri, and Michigan. Along the way, explore places such as Starved Rock, Ste. Genevieve, Mackinac Island, and Fort St. Joseph. We'll also revisit ideas from the 2026 LLI course about celebrating, preserving, and sharing our own community's French heritage.

Vintage Purse Museum Tour Click the register link to see available sessions Discover one of Manteno's hidden gems with a guided tour of the Vintage Purse Museum! Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the museum takes you on a fascinating journey through fashion, history, and nostalgia. Explore an amazing collection of vintage purses, handbags, accessories, and other fascinating memorabilia while hearing the stories behind the collections. You'll also discover exhibits featuring Barbie, vintage comics, weddings, veterans, and more. Best of all, your visit helps support the museum's mission of providing meaningful employment and job-training opportunities for adults with disabilities. Come enjoy this fun and fascinating hidden gem right in our own backyard!

Write, Polish, Publish: A Writer's Conference Click the register link to see available sessions Have a story waiting to be told? Spend an inspiring day turning your ideas into stronger, more engaging writing! This interactive conference features five fun and practical sessions covering writer's block, creating memorable characters, bringing scenes to life, writing powerful dialogue, "show, don't tell," and navigating traditional and self-publishing.With hands-on writing exercises and a downloadable workbook, you'll leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and practical tools to keep your writing moving forward. Whether you're just getting started or have been writing for years, there's something here for every storyteller!