Climate change presentation series today: “Wind and Air”

The LLCC Academy of Lifelong Learning invites the public to “Wind and Air” today, 5:30-7 p.m. via Zoom. It’s part of the free, four-part series on climate change.

Panelists include Kevin C. O’Brien, Ph.D., director of the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) at UIUC and principal investigator overseeing the CWLP carbon capture and storage project, and Michelle Knox, founder and owner of WindSolarUSA and certified site assessor for solar photovoltaics and solar thermal projects. Program moderator is John Stremsterfer, president and CEO, Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and Next10.org.

Pre-register for “Wind and Air.”

View more details and pre-register for the April presentation in the series.

Climate change presentation series continues March 16

The LLCC Academy of Lifelong Learning invites the public to “Wind and Air,” on March 16, 5:30-7 p.m. via Zoom. It’s part of the free, four-part series on climate change.

Panelists include Kevin C. O’Brien, Ph.D., director of the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) at UIUC and principal investigator overseeing the CWLP carbon capture and storage project, and Michelle Knox, founder and owner of WindSolarUSA and certified site assessor for solar photovoltaics and solar thermal projects. Program moderator is John Stremsterfer, president and CEO, Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and Next10.org.

Pre-register for “Wind and Air.”

View more details and pre-register for the April presentation in the series.

Climate change presentation series continues March 16

The LLCC Academy of Lifelong Learning invites the public to “Wind and Air,” on March 16, 5:30-7 p.m. via Zoom. It’s part of the free, four-part series on climate change.

Panelists include Kevin C. O’Brien, Ph.D., director of the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) at UIUC and principal investigator overseeing the CWLP carbon capture and storage project, and Michelle Knox, founder and owner of WindSolarUSA and certified site assessor for solar photovoltaics and solar thermal projects. Program moderator is John Stremsterfer, president and CEO, Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln and Next10.org.

Pre-register for “Wind and Air.”

View more details and pre-register for the April presentation in the series.

Recording of “The Earth” available

If you were unable to attend Wednesday’s session, “The Earth,” hosted by LLCC’s Academy of Lifelong Learning, a recording is now available.

Topic: Climate Change and its Effect on Central Illinois: The Earth
Date: Feb 16, 2022 05:15 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Meeting Recording:
https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/mKWbWnz9e3s16tDoqNHGQjiOCMLgddOjzbq3dO7gQ94FAa2h5VsUuqgRyO_-J9-b.nBR19TnwBp3nyCYc

To register for future programs in the series, visit www.llcc.edu/all-special-events.

“The Earth” today, 5:30 p.m.

The LLCC Academy of Lifelong Learning invites the public to “The Earth,” today, 5:30-7 p.m. via Zoom. It’s part of the free, four-part series on climate change.

Soil management experts will discuss the impact of climate change on farming. Panelists include Samantha Reif, LLCC professor of geology; Ashley Curran, grant manager, Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts; and Lauren Lirkins, director of environmental policy, Illinois Farm Bureau. The moderator is Karen Ackerman Witter, former Illinois State Museum director, author and writer for the Illinois Times.

Pre-register for “The Earth.”

View more details and pre-register for the additional presentations in the series.

“The Action You Take, The Difference You Make” presentation series

The LLCC Academy of Lifelong Learning invites the public to the next presentation in its four-part series on climate change, “The Action You Take, The Difference You Make.” “The Earth” will take place on Feb. 16, 5:30-7 p.m. via Zoom.

Soil management experts will discuss the impact of climate change on farming. Panelists include Samantha Reif, LLCC professor of geology; Ashley Curran, grant manager, Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts; and Lauren Lirkins, director of environmental policy, Illinois Farm Bureau. The moderator is Karen Ackerman Witter, former Illinois State Museum director, author and writer for the Illinois Times.

Pre-register for “The Earth.”

Other presentations in the series:

  • March 16: “Wind and Air” – In this presentation, participants will take a closer look at fossil fuel use.
  • April 20: “The Water” – This program looks closely at the lakes, rivers, streams, aquifers and wetlands that move, store and filter Illinois water.

View more details and pre-register for the additional presentations in the series.

Midday Yoga Begins Jan. 25

Use your lunch hour as a time to unwind and reset your mind with Midday Yoga! Yoga is proven to benefit mental and physical health. Midday Yoga is a course designed to accommodate the needs of beginning yoga students as well as experienced practitioners. Participants will practice physical postures that stretch and open the body. All levels of experience are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Register today!

  • Instructor: Patricia Lanser, 200RYT Yoga Fit Certified Yoga Instructor
  • Date: Tuesdays, 1/25/22 – 3/1/22, no class 2/15
  • Time and location: Noon-1 p.m., Trutter Center
  • Fee: $55
  • Course Code: CEW 801-01