31 Online registration opens Wednesday, July 31 at jjc.edu/ContinuingEd COMMUNITY & CONTINUING EDUCATION LIFELONG LEARNING Special Interest Please Note: These courses are for personal interest and are not to be considered part of the JJC science curriculum. Introduction to Ghost Hunting (LLC 5784) Based in the Chicago suburbs, The Illinois Paranormalists (TIP) is a paranormal investigating team. They are mostly a ghost hunting club that searches the Midwest, particularly Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Wisconsin, for signs of the paranormal. In the evening, ghost hunters will discuss their experiences looking into reports of ghost sightings and noises. They will also discuss the methods they employ for their investigations and demonstrate how to use a range of tools. They will share information they have received from ghost hunts and talk about where to look for evidence. TIP will address any inquiries concerning ghost hunting that individuals might have. Furthermore, on the second night of instruction, TIP investigators will lead a real ghost search. T1 6-8p.m. T Main Oct. 8 & 15 $59 Usui Reiki 1 (LLC 2413) Discover the ancient art of Usui Reiki. Delve into the history and principles while mastering the fundamental hand positions. Students will learn what Reiki energy is, how to connect to it and how to improve your own life energy. Immerse yourself in hands-on practice, experiencing the transformative power of Reiki on both yourself and others. Book, binder and crystal included in cost. T1 8a.m.-4p.m. S Romeoville Oct. 19 $179 Technology Computer Basics (LLC 4368) Start from scratch or brush up on your computer skills in this hands-on introduction to computers. Begin with the basics of understanding when to right click or double click, how to log off and switch users, create passwords to secure your computer and how to save and retrieve files. Learn to customize your workspace and use a word processor to create, print and edit files. Gain an understanding of file structures so you can easily move, sort, delete, restore and search for files. Conquer navigating the internet safely as you learn new skills to improve your browsing experience, including mastering sending and receiving emails with attachments. You will also be introduced to Microsoft Office programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. T1 Noon-2p.m. M Romeoville Sept. 16-Nov. 4 $199 Free up Space on Your Phone (LLC 4615) In this hands-on workshop, students will learn essential techniques to manage and optimize storage on their smartphones. The primary focus will be on transferring photos and videos from their devices to a flash drive, effectively creating more space for new content and improving overall device performance. A flash drive will be provided to all students. T1 Noon-2p.m. M,T Romeoville Nov. 18 & 19 $79 Wellness Is It Time to Declutter? (LLC 4094) Inspiration is needed for decluttering. Together, let's find motivation to organize the heaps, closets and tubs you keep putting off. Acquire the confidence to discard unnecessary things. Find a place to sell, donate, or give away the things you no longer require. Get going now and stop staring at the stacks T1 9:30a.m.-Noon R Romeoville Sept. 12 $29 You Are Not Alone In any given year, one in four of us will experience the difficulties associated with mental illness. The incapacity to perform daily tasks, work and maintain relationships are indicators of a diagnosable mental disease. In keeping with our goal to "support individuals with mental illness and their families through advocacy, education, and outreach," NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness) Will Grundy provides free educational programs and support groups. You can find an overview of the educational programs and support groups offered by NAMI can Grundy in this program. We can assist you in choosing the support services that are most appropriate for you as a person with a mental illness or as a family member of someone who has been diagnosed with a mental illness through peer support and testimonials. T1 6-7p.m. W Main Sept. 18 Free T2 6-7p.m. W Romeoville Oct. 16 Free T3 6-7p.m. W City Center Nov. 20 Free T4 6-7p.m. W Main Dec. 18 Free Pathways to Better Memory (LLC 4193) It is common to experience memory lapses, such as forgetting where you placed your keys. Everyone experiences it. Memory problems become apparent in those in their 50s, 60s and beyond. Students will gain knowledge of methods and approaches to enhance their recollection and retention in this course. Boost your recall of names, locations and occasions. Take away strategies for locating misplaced glasses, keys or other belongings. T1 9:30a.m.-Noon R Romeoville Sept. 26 $29
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