34 Phone registration opens Monday, Jan. 6 at (815) 280-1555 LIFELONG LEARNING SPRING 2025 Pets AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Class (LLC 5503) Enroll in a beginner's course aimed at getting your puppy off to a great start. Basic skills like sit, stay and come will be worked on by our trainers. While also giving you a chance to try the commands yourself with your puppy. Also, this program will offer socialization with people and other puppies. The course is taught in a welcoming and kind setting that promotes enjoyment between dog and owner and gets participants ready for the American Kennel Club's S.T.A.R. puppy certification. On the final day of instruction, tests will be given. Papers for AKC registration will be provided to all passing participants; nevertheless, it is the owner's obligation to submit the paperwork and the required cost. Although family members are welcome, each puppy may only have one handler. Please note that dogs who exhibit excessive aggression towards humans or other dogs will not be allowed to continue with the course. Puppies must be under a year old, at least 12 weeks (about 3 months) old, and have received their first set of vaccinations. W Weitendorf $199 T1 6-7p.m. Feb. 12-April 16 (No class March 5 & 19) AKC Canine Good Citizen Class (LLC 3620) This course prepares you for the American Kennel Club's Canine Good Citizen and Canine Good Citizen Advanced Certifications by offering basic pet obedience training in a lighthearted and welcoming environment. Together, pet owners and animals will develop mutual understanding. In order to help their pets learn appropriate behavior and to help them regain control, owners will train their animals together and make necessary corrections. Beginning with basic commands like sit, stay, down, come, walking on a leash and developing social skills, the training moves on to working in a setting that includes everyday noises, food, walkers and wheelchairs. Teams will be ready for the AKC CGC exam with these exercises, which also serve as a requirement for many organizations that support therapy dogs. On the last day of training, the instructor will administer certificate testing for AKC, CGC, and CGCA. All participants who pass will get paperwork to register for the Good Citizen Certificate with the AKC. (For the CGC processing, AKC fees are $15 for a CGC Certificate and $25 for a CGC Title. The owner is in charge of sending the paperwork and payment to the AKC.) Only dogs who are beginners or advanced can benefit from this class. Family members are welcome, but each dog should only have one handler. Note that dogs with aggressive behavior issues should not take this course. Please note that dogs who exhibit excessive aggression towards humans or other dogs will not be allowed to continue with the course. W Weitendorf $229 T1 7-8:30p.m. Feb. 12- April 16 (No class March 5 & 19) Wellness Living Your Best Life Couple’s Care (LLC 3124) Take some time out and create deeper connections with our couple’s class! Students will learn easy massage and stretching techniques to calm and soothe common muscle complaints. No special equipment required, all couples welcome. Offered in partnership with Sage Bodywork & Wellness, where the class is held, 10 Fairlane Dr., Suite 103, Joliet. Registration for two people is included in the class cost. T1 6:30-8p.m. F See Above Feb. 7 $55 Take Control of Your Time (LLC 5070) How often are you rushed or late? Do you procrastinate? Are you unable to keep up with your tasks? It’s time to get organized and de-stress. Learn how to estimate time, set up routine events and set goals. T1 6:30-8:30p.m. W Main March 12 & 19 $69 Spring Scents Make & Take (LLC 3349) Learn to effectively use and incorporate essential oils to boost overall wellbeing! This class introduces 4 seasonal essential oils, and discusses proper dilution rates, blending, and application. Students will take home their very own blend to enhance their springtime health! Offered in partnership with Sage Bodywork & Wellness, where the class is held, 10 Fairlane Dr., Suite 103, Joliet. T1 6:45-8:15p.m. M See Above March 24 $29 DIY Spa Night (LLC 3623) Treat yourself to a night of luxurious self care! Students will create their own signature facial serums and learn an easy facial massage protocol to ease muscular tension and refresh tired, dry skin. Offered in partnership with Sage Bodywork & Wellness, where the class is held, 10 Fairlane Dr., Suite 103, Joliet. T1 6:30-8p.m. F See Above April 4 $29
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