We extend our sincere condolences to Diane Liesen, program director, neurodiagnostic technology, whose father, Dennis “Denny” Liesen, passed away on Feb. 16. A celebration of life will be held on March 3, 2-4 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Lake Club, 141 Lakewood Drive in Chatham.

LLCC is celebrating African-American History Month during February with various events. The theme for this year’s observance is “Still: We Rise as the Journey Continues.”

Activities continue today with:

• “Showcase Your Talent – An Expression of Art,” an open mic event sponsored by the LLCC Black Student Union, 5-7:30 p.m., A. Lincoln Commons.

Read about additional events throughout the month.

David Jones, VALIC financial advisor, will be on campus Wednesday, Feb. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the VP Conference Room. He will be on site for 30-minute account reviews to help employees understand options and new enrollments. To register go to my.VALIC.com/seminars and enter registration code 6303SPR11AB.

David Jones, VALIC financial advisor, will be on campus Wednesday, Feb. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the VP Conference Room. He will be on site for 30-minute account reviews to help employees understand options and new enrollments. To register go to my.VALIC.com/seminars and enter registration code 6303SPR11AB.

LLCC is celebrating African-American History Month during February with various events. The theme for this year’s observance is “Still: We Rise as the Journey Continues.”

Activities continue today with:

• “Evolution of Music/Throwback Thursday” and Voter Registration Day co-sponsored by the African-American History Month Committee and the LLCC Black Student Union, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., A. Lincoln Commons.

Read about additional events throughout the month.

LLCC is celebrating African-American History Month during February with various events. The theme for this year’s observance is “Still: We Rise as the Journey Continues.”

Activities continue today with:

• Movie review and discussion of “Black Panther,” screenings at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Robert H. Stephens Room, Menard Hall.

Read about additional events throughout the month.

LLCC will host the 11th annual Lincoln Lecture today, Feb. 12, at 9 a.m. in the R.H. Stephens Room. The public is invited to attend.

Dr. Christian McWhirter, Lincoln historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, will speak on “Music in the Life of Mr. Lincoln.” Abraham Lincoln adored music his entire life, but he also understood how to harness its power to motivate listeners and shape attitudes. Dr. McWhirter will explore Lincoln’s musical tastes and share stories about how the president used music to help with the Civil War and heal the nation’s wounds. The presentation features music of the era performed by Benjamin Holbrook and Hannah Jellen. Read more about the speaker and musicians.

In addition, from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. today, LLCC-Jacksonville will have a viewing of the movie “Lincoln,” along with other activities. LLCC-Beardstown will also be holding activities from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., including showings of the movie “Lincoln.”

LLCC is celebrating African-American History Month during February with various events. The theme for this year’s observance is “Still: We Rise as the Journey Continues.”

Activities continue today with:

• HIV/AIDS awareness and testing sponsored by the LLCC Black Student Union, 9-11 a.m., A. Lincoln Commons. Participants will be provided information concerning HIV/AIDS and can also be tested.
• “Without Us?” showcasing extraordinary and noteworthy inventions of African-Americans, 9-11 a.m., A. Lincoln Commons

Read about additional events throughout the month.

LLCC will host the 11th annual Lincoln Lecture Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 9 a.m. in the R.H. Stephens Room. The public is invited to attend.

Dr. Christian McWhirter, Lincoln historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, will speak on “Music in the Life of Mr. Lincoln.” Abraham Lincoln adored music his entire life, but he also understood how to harness its power to motivate listeners and shape attitudes. Dr. McWhirter will explore Lincoln’s musical tastes and share stories about how the president used music to help with the Civil War and heal the nation’s wounds. The presentation features music of the era performed by Benjamin Holbrook and Hannah Jellen. Read more about the speaker and musicians.

In addition, on Feb. 12, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., LLCC-Jacksonville will have a viewing of the movie “Lincoln,” along with other activities. LLCC-Beardstown will also be holding activities from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., including showings of the movie “Lincoln.”

LLCC will host the 11th annual Lincoln Lecture Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 9 a.m. in the R.H. Stephens Room. The public is invited to attend.

Dr. Christian McWhirter, Lincoln historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, will speak on “Music in the Life of Mr. Lincoln.” Abraham Lincoln adored music his entire life, but he also understood how to harness its power to motivate listeners and shape attitudes. Dr. McWhirter will explore Lincoln’s musical tastes and share stories about how the president used music to help with the Civil War and heal the nation’s wounds. The presentation features music of the era performed by Benjamin Holbrook and Hannah Jellen. Read more about the speaker and musicians.

Upcoming Lincoln-themed activities at LLCC Outreach Centers include:

• On Feb. 7, beginning at 12:30 p.m., a Lincoln reenactor will be on site at LLCC-Taylorville, and information on local Lincoln attractions will be available. At 1:30 p.m., a presentation will be given by Ron Spears, local Lincoln expert and retired judge.
• On Feb. 12, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., LLCC-Jacksonville will have a viewing of the movie “Lincoln,” along with other activities. LLCC-Beardstown will also be holding activities from 8 a.m.-5p.m., including showings of the movie “Lincoln.”