Community Calendar

You may feel like singing along as this class features classic musical duos...from pop to opera. Selections may include the Carpenters’ “We've Only Just Begun,” Kenny and Dolly, the Righteous Brothers, and “You Don't Bring Me Flowers,” performed by Neil Diamond and Barbara Streisand. We may also explore showstoppers like Oklahoma, Miss Saigon, and Phantom of the Opera, not to mention Andrea Bocelli teaming with Sarah Brightman on “Time to Say Goodbye.” We may even honor a few of your requests! <br> Conveners: The LLI dynamic duo of Jerry Smith and Carol Zar, who have each convened several LLI classes. <br> The Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI), established in 2000, is a member-directed group of individuals primarily age 50 plus who enjoy learning in informal, flexible, non-competitive groups and like connecting with peers who share their interests. No grades, no tests – just Learning for the Fun of It.

A series of talks by a variety of DeKalb County leaders will inform us of changes and adaptions made necessary by the 2020 pandemic to keep DeKalb County growing and expanding. <br> Conveners: Donna Benson and Judy Olsen. Donna has convened several classes, and Judy is a first-time convener. They are both keen observers of the local government and not-for-profit world. <br> The Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI), established in 2000, is a member-directed group of individuals primarily age 50 plus who enjoy learning in informal, flexible, non-competitive groups and like connecting with peers who share their interests. No grades, no tests – just Learning for the Fun of It.

SpongeBob trivia for youth in grades 6-12 at Harvard Diggins Library. Registration is required. To sign up, email teenservices@harvard-diggins.org.

Join us for a walking tour of the farm. See the fields and farm buildings and meet our herd of dairy goats.

43rd Annual DeKalb FFA Alumni Dinner & Auction. Join us for a pork chop dinner and live auction to support the DeKalb FFA.

The past year has shown us how essential the internet is for both businesses and individuals, as more and more of our banking, shopping, communicating and entertainment happens online. Manufacturing is also becoming more reliant on the internet, as manufacturers connect digitally with supply chains. However, cybercrimes and scams are also becoming more common, and they affect both individuals and businesses. At the next STEM Café, hear from two cybersecurity experts. Learn about common vulnerabilities and scams, signs of malicious intent, and protective measures you can take. <br/>—<br/>Jennifer Fowler is a member of the Strategic Cybersecurity Analysis and Research (SCAR) team at Argonne National Laboratory and an adjunct professor at Lewis University, where she teaches about encryption and authentication systems. Her areas of interest include cryptography, data privacy, cyberbiosecurity, biohacking and social engineering. <br/>—<br/>Cesar Pena is a senior cybersecurity engineer at MxD in Chicago, which equips manufacturers with digital tools and expertise in many areas, including cybersecurity. MxD is working with industry and government to bring cybersecurity to the supply chain and the factory floor. Prior to joining the MxD team in November 2017, Cesar worked for systems integration and global machine building companies in the Chicago area.

Illinois Valley Community College is embarking on a new chapter this fall with their new community reads program, One Book, One College. Beginning in September, the college is partnering with local libraries and the Perfectly Flawed Foundation to discuss Eric Eyre’s Death in Mud Lick: A Coal Country Fight Against the Drug Companies that Delivered the Opioid Epidemic. <br/><br/>What is a One Book program? <br/>A One Book program seeks to bring a community together through a shared reading and discussion of a book or theme. It attempts to create a shared experience and provide insight into lived experiences that are perhaps unknown to you but nevertheless part of your community. The program acts as an aid to engaging our community in conversations about topics that are on people’s minds in the hope of coalescing our ideas of community and empathy. The text featured in the program is intended to lay the groundwork for discussion but reading of the text is not required for participation. The events provide safe spaces for members of the community to think critically, learn, and grow through candid and supportive discussions. <br/><br/>This year's program runs from September to April, with book discussions running through November and speaker events, film viewings, and panel discussions occurring during the Spring. <br/><br/>The One Book, One College program is open to all members of our community and beyond. Our first event will be held on Wednesday, September 8 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom and in-person at the following locations: <br/>· Illinois Valley Community College, Jacobs Library, A-201, 815 N. Orlando Smith Dr., Oglesby, IL 61348 <br/>· Perfectly Flawed Foundation, 240 First Street LaSalle, IL 61301 <br/>· Oglesby Public Library, 111 S. Woodland Ave., Oglesby, IL 61348 <br/><br/>For information about the program, dates and times of events or to learn how you or your organization can become involved, visit www.ivcc.edu/onebook or contact Jayna Leipart Guttilla at onebook@ivcc.edu

Beautiful yet foreboding, often quite deadly, the world's volcanoes have fashioned compelling landscapes, mythical legends, and scientific wonder. In this course we will travel around the earth to visit some of our planet’s most explosive (volcanically speaking) geologic wonders. The top 60 miles of the earth's surface, the lithosphere, is made up of tectonic plates which collide, pull apart or slide past each other. The action of these moving plates often creates spectacular, incendiary geology. Some of the areas we will examine include the Greek island Santorini, Japan’s Mount Fuji, Iceland, Yellowstone and Hawai’i Volcanoes National Parks. Fire yourself up for this explosive journey. <br> Convener: Linda Fulton, a retired teacher, has convened a number of classes dealing with the wonders of our planet. <br> The Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI), established in 2000, is a member-directed group of individuals primarily age 50 plus who enjoy learning in informal, flexible, non-competitive groups and like connecting with peers who share their interests. No grades, no tests – just Learning for the Fun of It.

Facilitator: Sharon Nesbit-Davis <br/><br/>This class is in person and will be held in the Anjali Pavilion or the Media Room (in case of inclement weather). CDC guidelines about face masks will be observed. <br/><br/>You have stories to tell! Your stories made you who you are and by using the craft of memoir we make art of them. We uncover hidden treasures, and expand understanding of ourselves and others. And when that happens we create a more authentic and beautifully textured life. <br/><br/>This two hour workshop is an introduction to the craft of memoir. It will explore what memoir is (and isn’t) and will include writing exercises. <br/><br/>Please bring: writing utensils and paper (preferred). Devices may be used if that is more comfortable for the participant. This workshop is for anyone who wants to write. All writers, all levels, are welcome. <br/><br/>PLEASE NOTE: We will not critique or evaluate work. Sharing your work will be welcome, but is always optional.

“There are good artists who have children. Of course, there are. They are called men.” Artist Tracey Emin shared these words in a 2014 interview. Our modern-day galleries and museums have discovered many pieces dating from medieval times to the present day that were painted by women, and they are beginning to present their works. Journeying from cave drawings through modern day, we will discover the women involved and will give credit to the women through the centuries who have produced magnificent art. <br/>Convener: Judith Wright has convened a number of popular art history classes. <br/><br/>The Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI), established in 2000, is a member-directed group of individuals primarily age 50 plus who enjoy learning in informal, flexible, non-competitive groups and like connecting with peers who share their interests. No grades, no tests – just Learning for the Fun of It.