CLL: Special Topics

All Special Topics classes are open to both CLL members and non-members!

April 2024

Zing-Along Singing Workshop
Mondays, April 8–May 13
2:30–3:30 p.m. (In person)
Pam Peterson, Instructor
Cost: $50 for CLL Members; $65 for non-members
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Improv
Tuesdays, April 9–May 14
1:00–2:30 p.m.
Ron Tolisano, Instructor
Cost: $50 for CLL Members, $65 for Non-members
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Beginning T’ai Chi
April 9–May 16 (12 sessions in 6 weeks)
This class meets twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays
2:00–2:45 p.m. (In person only)
with Hau Kum Kneip
Cost: $85 members / $100 non-members
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Mid-Week Meditation
Wednesdays starting April 17
11:00–11:30 a.m. (In person)
Cost: FREE
CLL Director Annette Mileski invites all who are interested to join her on Wednesdays for 30 minutes of mindful restoration, meditation, and gentle movement. All are welcome.
Registration

Modern Drama
Wednesdays, April 10–May 15
1:30–3:00 p.m. (In person)
Barbara Gusick, Instructor
Cost: $50 for CLL Members; $65 for non-members
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Building Generational Wealth
Wednesday, April 24
5:00–6:30 p.m.

This free event with Maureen Moran from @Properties will give you an understanding of what the estate planning process is like, including what to expect at the first meeting with an attorney, the information you should gather ahead of time, and what decisions you’ll be asked to make. Estate planning is one step in the process of building generational wealth and creating a legacy for your family.

Film Series
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month
2:00-4:00 pm (in-person)
Cost: FREE for CLL Members
Join us to enjoy a current film! Check back later for the list of upcoming movies.

Supreme Court Decisions
Thursdays, April 11–May 16 (6 sessions)
10:00–11:30 a.m. (In person)
Henry Krasnow, Presenter
Cost: $45 for CLL Members; $65 for non-members
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Matters of Health
Thursdays, April 18–June 20
11:30–12:30 (Hybrid)
Cost: Free for CLL Members, Free for Nonmembers

This is a weekly series featuring a variety of topics and presenters. Each week offers information, discussion, and resources for different aspects of healthy aging – physical, mental, social, financial, or spiritual.

Registrants will receive a weekly email with topic and presenter information as well as the link for the Zoom room. Participants may pick and choose which weeks they attend.

May 2024

Mary Oliver: The Essays
Mondays, May 6–May 20 (3 Sessions)
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Hybrid)
Cost: Free for CLL Members, $25 for Nonmembers
Course details | Registration

Writing from the Heart
Mondays, May 6–June 17 (7 sessions; no class on May 27)
1:00–2:30 p.m. (In person)
Pauline Kochanski, Instructor
Cost: $45 for CLL Members; $60 for non-members
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Grief Support Workshop
Fridays, May 10–May 24 (3 Sessions)
11:30–1:00 p.m. (in-person)
Cost: $25 for CLL Members, $45 for Nonmembers

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CLL Art Show Opening
In the Loggia Gallery on the ground floor
Friday, May 17
1:30–3:30 (In-Person)
Free • No registration needed

We are very excited to invite you to this year’s CLL Art Show Reception showcasing the talent and creativity of our CLL artists. This exposition will highlight the work of our Watercolor Painting, Memoir Writing, and Drawing classes. This event is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.

CLL May Night Out
Tuesday, May 21 (rescheduled from April)
5:00 p.m.
Join us for a night out at Gemini Grill (748 N. State St., across from Holy Name Cathedral)!

Gemini Grill is modeled after Gemini in Lincoln Park, one of Chicago's most beloved restaurants and a trusted staple in the community since 2009. Guests will enjoy delicious meals and cocktails, including the restaurant's signature Squirtsky!

Explorations with Jane Hunt
May 22, 29, and June 5 (3 Sessions)
11:30–12:30 (Hybrid)
Cost: Free for CLL Members, $25 for Nonmembers

Jane Hunt is a retired College of DuPage English and humanities instructor and has been teaching at the CLL since 1990. She is a graduate of DePauw University and Indiana University, and she enjoys formulating questions on diverse topics and then looking for answers with her classes.

June 2024

Mannerism
Late Renaissance Art In Italy
Instructor: Jeff Nigro
Mondays, June 3, June 17, and June 24 (No class on June 10)
2:00–3:00 p.m. (Hybrid)
Cost: Free for CLL Members, $30 for Nonmembers

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Ancient Maya and Olmec Mesoamerica Art
Instructor: Hugh Leeman
Tuesdays, June 4–25
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. (on Zoom)
Cost: $25 for CLL Members; $40 for non-members

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Spring Fling Luncheon and Entertainment
Friday, June 7
12:00–1:30 • Borwell Dining Room (In-Person)
Cost: $25 for CLL Members, $35 for Non-members

Super-Ager Cabaret is an entertaining musical revue based on studies of folks in their 80s who appear to be decades younger, mentally and physically. What habits do these super-agers share? Find out in an upbeat recital of great songs performed by award-winning cabaret artist Pam Peterson. We will also be enjoying a delicious lunch catered by Signature Taste by Jelian.

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