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***ANNOUNCEMENT(1/13/2025)*** - Spring 2025 classes are open for registration.
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The Fine Print:
1) Release Waiver
LLI will list your name, address, email and telephone number in the LLI directory. Photographs and videotape may be taken of participants during meetings, courses and special events. Please be aware the photos/videotape are for LLI use and may be published in various LLI promotional materials. If you do not want your name and information publicized in the directory, or you do not want to be photographed, you must give us written notice by sending an email to LLI@waubonsee.edu
2) Refund Policy
The Membership fee ($25) and Course fees ($10) are nonrefundable. If a course is cancelled by LLI, only payments made by credit card will be reimbursed. Outing and trip fees (priced individually) are refundable if cancellation occurs by the stated registration deadline.
3) Spring Luncheon Refund Policy
Because we have a contractual agreement with our vendor regarding minimum attendance, any individual cancellation request is non-refundable.
In the event that the Spring Luncheon is cancelled by LLI, all registrations will be refunded regardless of the method of payment.
4) Membership
Membership is required to attend classes at LLI. Membership is also required to register for the Spring Luncheon and to bring guests. Guests are NOT required to have membership.
5) To Withdraw from a Class or for General Information
Please call: 630-466-2593 and a volunteer will return your call.
Proceeding to register indicates that you have read the above information.
*Annual Membership 2024-2025 Lifelong Learning Institute

The annual membership fee of $25.00 covers 9/1/24 - 8/31/25.
If you attended classes in the fall, your membership fee is paid through August.
Membership is open to adults ages 50 and older who are actively engaged in the pursuit of knowledge. Your membership provides the opportunity to register for courses, trips, and social events.
The membership fee ($25) and individual course fees ($10) are nonrefundable except in the case of a course cancellation by LLI. (Payments by check cannot be refunded) Outing and trip fees (priced individually) are refundable if cancellation occurs by the stated registration deadline.
Luncheon fees are nonrefundable except in the event that LLI cancels the luncheon, in which case, all registrations will be refunded.
Time and Temple Day Trip
with Kim Carew

Co-organizer: Betty Williams
Join us as we journey on motor coach to the Halim Time and Stained Glass Museum in Evanston which boasts over 1000 time pieces and over 70 stained glass pieces. One Egyptian immigrant man and his family brought their personally curated collection under this one roof. Next we will travel to the Baha'i House of Worship for North America, also known as the Baha'i Temple in Wilmette. We will enjoy a talk about the architecture, the religion, and view the nine gardens. Lunch will be included at a local restaurant.
Registration deadline March 10, 2025
Meet at the north end of the parking lot of Aurora Home Depot, 1250 N. Orchard Road, Aurora, IL
Introduction to Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Power Plants
with Ruth Harmon

In the first 2 sessions on Zoom, the participants will be presented with the basics of how nuclear power works. They will be given a basic history of nuclear power plants and the various adaptations of nuclear power plants that have occurred over time. In the 3rd session in person, the participants will debate the advisablity of nuclear energy as a power source.
Note: Session one and two will be on Zoom. Session three will be at the Batavia Library.
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Our Hearts Were Young and Gay
with JoAnn Gryder

Co-facilitator: Ceil Carey
Join us as we read aloud the classic play, Our Hearts Were Young and Gay, adapted by Jean Kerr in 1964 from Cornelia Otis Skinner & Emily Kimbrough's book (1942). Get in character as we read the play about the escapades of the young ladies determined to prove how "cosmopolitan" they can be on an uproarious trip to Europe. It will provide insight into a very different time. Scripts shall be provided. As a tribute to Tryna Zeedyk who led several play readings for LLI, we ask that participants wear a hat to the sessions as she did for all LLI events.
Tour Northern Illinois Food Bank - West Suburban Center in Geneva
with Lori McMahon

The Northern Illinois Food Bank provides 250,000 meals a day though a network of pantries and feeding programs across 13 counties in Illinois. Join LLI as we tour the West Suburban Center in Geneva to learn how the Northern Illinois Food Bank was started in 1983 and what all it is doing today to bring people together to solve the problem of hunger. A tour of the facility will be provided along with an opportuntiy for the group to do a service project.
Participants will meet at the Northern Illinois Food Bank, West Suburban Center, 273 Dearborn Court, Geneva, IL 60134
Creating Mixed-Media Experimental Nature Art
with Bobbie Brown

Repeat of a previous class. Limited to 8 attendees.
A class of hands-on creative and messy fun! Participants will combine nature printing, direct painting, and drawing to create unique works of art that interpret the beauty of nature. Basic art materials will be supplied, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
Course Objective: To enhance a sense of wonder by experimenting with art depicting nature.
How Different Are Women Than Men?
with Jay Labelle

Co-facilitator: Carl Hays
Hear a vivid author, Elizabeth Comen, Harvard M.D. tell how women's unique being prioritizes their healthy and vibrant life. She says assertive, informed and confident women are architechs of their own destiny.
Optional book: All in Her Head by Elizabeth Comen
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