Co-facilitators: Andi Danis and Kent Hayward

Life is better lived for adults 50 and older with curiosity and companionship. Ongoing learning is a recognized indicator of healthy living; in addition, socialization is essential to all of us. LLI encourages both. Learn more about this consequential organization as we review the history of LLI at Waubonsee, the organizational structure, and the unique aspects of our local LLI found in our guiding documents.

Cofacilitator: Carl Hayes

Compassionate psychologist Michael Maniocci leads a class to explore changes in health, shifts in identity, loss of loved ones, and moments when hope feels distant. Ever-popular Dr. Maniocci will offer tools for understanding grief, building resilience, and reconnecting with meaning.

Waubonsee Community College librarian Nate Wagner will lead us in a discussion of the book There, There by Tommy Orange. Copies of this book can be found at local libraries and online at https://libbyapp.com with your library card.

There, There by Tommy Orange (REQUIRED)

Jenny Bergold will facilitate a class on sound healing. The focus will be on the mind and meditation, healing body through asana, and uplifting the spirit through inspiration. This will be a one hour session on vibrational sound healing. First a 10 minute explanation, 45 minutes playing instrumentals while participants relax in chairs or on the floor or mat. A short question session will complete the session. 

Co-facilitator: Lynn Diviak

Participants will discuss the mental benefit derived from facilitating an LLI class. They will look at games for improving mental acuity and other ways of maintaining memory. Participants will take away skills they can use at home for improving their memory.

Breath is a vital part of our life, but we often overlook its importance. When we pay attention to the breath, it can be a significant tool aiding healthy overall wellbeing. In this class we will explore seated breath and gentle movement exercises from a variety of backgrounds. Dress comfortably. Optional - Bring a lumbar pillow for back support.

Do you look in the mirror every morning and say, "Wow! You look great?" We spend our lives and our money making serious efforts to look better. Walt Whitman (who cared little about his public appearance} had the right idea. It's not what's on the "outside;" it's what's on the inside. "The Body Electric" is an opportunity for us to practice discovering the "inside job" that deserves celebration. This program is for people who already look good on the inside. That's what a lifelong learner is: Learning energizes, encourages smiles and helps with all-around good feelings. Using the first two verses of this poem (found on-line or in the library) together, we will discover and uncover what Whitman has to teach us 125 years later.

Leaves of Grass, verses 1 & 2. By Walt Whitman (REQUIRED)