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ADULT GENERAL INTEREST

LEGACY IN WORDS: WRITING YOUR LIFE STORY NEW! Legacy in Words is a unique program designed to help seniors preserve their life stories through writing. This workshop guides participants through the process of reflecting on their personal histories, experiences, and memories, offering practical tips and creative exercises to turn those reflections into written narratives. With the support of a facilitator, participants will learn how to structure their stories, develop compelling characters (themselves, family, and friends), and express their emotions and insights in a meaningful way. By the end of the program, each participant will have the foundation for a memoir or life story, creating a treasured legacy for themselves and their loved ones. Age: 55+ R/NR: $5/$8 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 3700L36-01 7/18 F 1:30-3:30pm STRAWBERRY RHUBARB JAM MAKING CLASS NEW! Have you ever wanted to make your own delicious jam? Here’s your chance! In this hands-on class, we’ll guide you through making seasonal strawberry rhubarb jam using fresh, locally sourced ingredients from the Downers Grove farmer’s market. You’ll get a mix of demo and hands-on experience as you learn the secrets of jam-making and how to process by hot water canning. Plus, you’ll leave with an 8-ounce jar of your homemade jam and all the tips, tools, and resources you need to start canning jam at home! Age: 18+ Min/Max: 4/8 R/NR: $65/$95 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Melissa’s Kitchen Class # Date Day Time 3270L94-01 6/11 W 6:30-8:30pm

LEARN TO COOK! NEW! Master cooking basics with confidence! In this series, we’ll learn the basic skills needed to tackle any recipe at home. Classes will include detailed notes, simple recipes, and helpful resources that reinforce the skills learned, giving you the tools needed to become a confident home cook. Class 1 (July 14): Knife Skills & Sharpening: Master the art of chopping vegetables and fruits Class 2 (July 16): Proteins: Learn how to select, cut and cook a variety of proteins Class 3 (July 21): Grains & Starches: Discover how to prepare rice, pasta, potatoes and grains Class 4 (July 23): Egg Cookery: Explore different methods for cooking eggs Age: 18+ Min/Max: 4/6 R/NR: $250/$280 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Melissa’s Kitchen Class # Date Day Time 3270L95-01 7/14 - 7/23 M/W 6:30-9:00pm ADULT CPR & AED TRAINING This course covers CPR for the adult victim (over twelve years of age) along with rescue techniques for conscious and unconscious choking victims. The course also covers the use of the AED. Certification from the American Red Cross is valid for two years. Age: 16+ Min/Max: 4/10 R/NR: $77/$107 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Juli Wascher Class # Date Day Time 3700L11-01 6/2 M 6:00-9:00pm

INFANT & CHILD CPR TRAINING

Designed for childcare providers, teachers and parents. This course focuses on rescue techniques for full arrest victims from newborn to twelve years of age. The course also covers conscious and unconscious choking along with rescue breathing. The use of an AED is discussed. American Red Cross certification is valid for two years. Age: 16+ Min/Max: 4/10 R/NR: $77/$107 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Juli Wascher Class # Date Day Time 3700L12-01 7/7 M 6:00-9:00pm

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