Our sincere sympathy to Hugh McNiece, professor of mathematics, on the passing of his mother, Martha McNiece, Oct. 17. Arrangements are pending.
Community Ed seeking new instructors!
Community Education is seeking new instructors to teach for the Summer/Fall 2016! Do you or someone you know have a desire to teach others a new skill, hobby or interest? We are open to most topics that teach personal development skills. Classes range from arts, history, languages, youth enrichment, sports, family or DIY. We are especially seeking instructors to teach technology, finance, photography and writing! Contact Jamie Stout, Director of Community Education for more details at jamie.stout@llcc.edu.
Child Development Center Family Fun Night Open House Thursday
Do you or does someone you know need excellent child care? Come to the LLCC Child Development Center’s Family Fun Night Open House this Thursday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Parents, children and families are welcome to view the facilities and children’s activities, talk to teachers and parents of enrolled children, and enjoy refreshments and a story time.
The LLCC Child Development Center, which was honored with the ExceleRate Illinois Gold Circle of Quality Award last year, is open to any child in the community, from 15 months to kindergarten entry. The Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and adheres to learning curriculum through play. Tuition assistance is available to those who qualify.
For more information or to schedule an individual visit, call 786.2450 or visit www.llcc.edu/child-development-center.
LLCC Chemistry and Environmental Clubs 3rd annual “Haunted Lab” Oct. 26
Children five and over invited with parents/guardians; pre-registration for free event at www.llcc.edu/haunted-lab
The LLCC Chemistry and Environmental clubs are hosting the third annual “Haunted Lab” Monday, Oct. 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the LLCC-Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road. Children five and older and parents/guardians are invited to the free event.
Children will see “spooky” science demonstrations and learn about experiments they can do at home. Experiments will be conducted by club members under the guidance of Jennifer Ramm, LLCC professor of chemistry. Children are welcome to wear Halloween costumes to the event. Halloween treats will be available for purchase.
Science demonstration shows will run about 20 minutes long and will take place in rooms 2213 and 2215 on the upper level of Sangamon Hall. Shows begin every 15 minutes at 5:30, 5:45, 6, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, and 7 p.m. Children will see bubbles, fire and much more as they learn about science. While waiting for shows to begin, children can participate in hands-on activities across the hall in room 2216.
Pre-registration is required. Those planning to attend can register at www.llcc.edu/haunted-lab.
Congratulations to Marie (Robert) Watson!
Congratulations and best wishes to Marie (Robert) Watson, student engagement coordinator, on her recent marriage to Dominic Elijah Watson! 
Professional Development Day Nov. 3 is going mobile!
Professional Development Day will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Mark your calendars now and make plans to attend. Information about the day can be found online at www.llcc.edu/ProDevDay.
Professional Development Day is a great opportunity to share ideas, learn something new or expand upon skills and talents you already have. It also provides excellent opportunities to interact with colleagues from other departments across campus. There are a large number of activities and breakout sessions planned throughout the day, with something for everyone!
You will find a wide variety of sessions this Professional Development Day. Please note that everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend any session on the schedule. While a session may appear to be directed toward a particular employee group it does not mean that others wouldn’t benefit from the presentation and discussion. If you see something that peaks your interest, attend that session! Simply learning more about how different areas of the college function can help each of us serve our students more effectively.
In addition to the activities and breakout sessions being offered, we are adding something new this year. Professional Development Day is also going mobile with a supplemental app and hashtag, #prodevday, to encourage a greater connection and sharing of ideas before and during Professional Development Day. Visit the ProDevDay App link on the web page linked above to learn more and to download the app.
If you are on Twitter, please feel free to tweet throughout the day and tag your tweets with #prodevday. Those tweets will appear in the twitter window on the ProDevDay web page and on the twitter feed in the ProDevDay app.
Save the date and plan on attending Professional Development Day on Nov. 3! We look forward to seeing everyone.
Fresh produce from LLCC Community Garden farm stand starting Wednesday!
To kick off Campus Sustainability Day celebrations, the LLCC Community Garden farm stand starts on Wednesday, Oct. 21. It will run weekly from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. with Bistro-to-Go in the Workforce Careers Center. Purchase fresh produce grown in the high tunnels right on campus. Availability for this Wednesday includes lettuce (little gem, Yugoslavian red, speckled), mesclun mix, arugula, spinach, French breakfast radish, flat-leaf parsley and curly kale.
A reminder that Bistro-to-Go is open today and Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. You may email orders to bistroverde@llcc.edu and also eat your take-out in the Bistro if you like. This menu, Bistro to Go 10.12.15, has been extended to today and Wednesday.
Come hear LLCC music groups performing at White Oaks Mall
Stolen Moments, LLCC’s improvisational ensemble directed by Jason Waddell, will be performing for the “Ladies Night Out” event at White Oaks Mall on Thursday, Oct. 22 from 5-7 p.m. Wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness and come out to hear some great pop/jazz music arranged by LLCC students.
Also, the LLCC Big Band, directed by Jane Hartman, will be performing in costume at White Oaks Mall on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 1:30 p.m. during their “Witchcraft Tour” for the Mall-o-ween event. Enjoy some fun and spooky music by our talented students!
Open House Thursday at Child Development Center
The LLCC Child Development Center will host a “Fall Family Fun Night” open house Thursday, Oct. 22, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Children and families are welcome. View facilities and children’s activities, talk to teachers and parents of enrolled children, and enjoy refreshments and a story time. See all the Child Development Center has to offer. For more information, call 786.2450.
Think before you print tip of the week
Think before you print electronic memos and bulletins. Communicate in the office electronically. Invitations, instructions and important notices can be sent via email.