Created: 09-11-17
Last Login: 12-18-24
Cook County Higher Education
Cook County Higher Education (CCHE):
Provides local access and support for college education and training on the North Shore of Lake Superior.
Accredited classes, training, and degree programs.
Student Support: mentors, financial aid resources, and more.
College Prep۰ College Courses۰ Workforce Training۰ Lifelong Learning
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Lunch & Learn: Force of Habit
Description: Lunch & Learn: Force of Habit January 22 | Noon-1pm | At CCHE & Zoom Presenters & Partners: Hartley Newell-Acero, National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach & Care Partners of Cook County Happy New Year! Each January, many people start thinking about breaking and building habits. How can we make our internal autopilot work for us instead of against us? This conversation is an opportunity to begin exploring what you want and developing a plan to get there. Our special guest presenter for this session is Mayo Clinic and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Hartley Newell-Acero! A light lunch will be provided for the first 20 guests who sign up for the in-person class. If you have any food sensitivities or preferences please bring your own brown bag lunch.
Publish Date: 12-16-24
Naturalist Book Discussion: What An Owl Knows
Description: Naturalist Book Discussion: What An Owl Knows Feb 13 | 6:30-7:30 | Zoom Facilitator: Jane Alexander, MN Naturalist What An Owl Knows by author Jennifer Ackerman What an Owl Knows by Jennifer Ackerman, an instant New York Times bestseller and a 2023 New York Times Notable Book, delves into the mysterious world of owls—creatures that have fascinated humans for centuries. In this captivating scientific investigation, Ackerman joins researchers in the field to explore how modern technology is unveiling the secrets of these elusive birds, from their communication and hunting behaviors to their courtship and migration patterns. With vivid personal observations and insights, Ackerman offers an enthralling account of the complex lives of owls and their profound impact on human imagination.
Publish Date: 12-16-24
Erin Walsh Zoom Q&A
Description: Erin Walsh Zoom Q&A How to Show Up For Your Kids in the Digital Age January 30 | 6-7pm | Zoom Presenters & Partners: Erin Walsh, Spark & Stitch Institute, Cook County Public Health & Human Services, and Cook County Community Education Join us for a live Zoom Q&A session with Erin Walsh, co-founder of Spark & Stitch Institute, on how to show up for kids in the digital age. Discover evidence-based strategies to confidently guide kids both online and offline while prioritizing safety, mental health, and finding the right balance for both you and the children in your care—from birth through young adulthood. This session is ideal for parents, grandparents, teachers, paraprofessionals, daycare providers, extended family, and more! Gain valuable insights on managing screen time (phones, tablets, video games, and more), reducing power struggles, enhancing communication, and maintaining strong connections with children in today’s digital landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to ask your questions and walk away with practical tools to help you and the kids in your care!
Publish Date: 12-16-24
Exploring The Tempest: A Shakespeare Discussion
Description: Exploring The Tempest: A Shakespeare Discussion January 17 | 3-4:30pm | Zoom The Tempest Hillary Freeman and Tom McCann will lead a Zoom discussion on The Tempest. This event is open to all, not just those participating in other Shakespeare Readers & Theater events, so feel free to invite others! “The rarer action is in virtue than in vengeance.” (Act 5, Scene 1) “O brave new world, That has such people in't!” (Act 5, Scene 1) “You taught me language, and my profit on’t Is, I know how to curse.” (Act 1, Scene 2) This will be a fantastic lead-up to The Tempest on the UMD stage in February 2025.
Publish Date: 12-16-24
Community Discussion - Supporting Our Kids in the Digital Age
Description: Community Discussion - Supporting Our Kids in the Digital Age December 18 | 6-7pm | At CCHE & Zoom Partners: Cook County Public Health & Human Services and Cook County Community Education Join us for a community discussion on how we can better support kids in today's digital world. This conversation is for parents, grandparents, teachers, daycare providers, and anyone who cares for children and young adults. It’s a chance to share your experiences, ask questions, and explore new ideas for guiding kids from birth to young adulthood, both online and offline. Whether you’re taking the Spark & Stitch Institute's online course or just want to connect with others on these topics, this event is for you. We’ll talk about what’s working, the challenges we face, and new opportunities we want to see in our community to help kids thrive. Everyone is welcome! Come ready to share, listen, and work together!
Publish Date: 12-16-24
DROP–IN MODERN DANCE CLASS IN GRAND MARAIS
Description: DROP–IN MODERN DANCE CLASS IN GRAND MARAIS When: Thursdays 5:30-7PM October 3rd-December 19th, 2024 (NO CLASS 10/31 & 11/28) Where: Community Center Log Cabin (317 W. 5th Street Grand Marais, MN) Who: Ages 12-adult – All experience levels and abilities welcome How Much: Donations accepted $0-$15/class, cost is not a barrier to attending Join us for a weekly drop-in dance class with a rotating cast of teachers! This is a chance to dip your toes into different ways of moving. We’ll explore dance from the inside out - less about what it looks like and more about what it feels like. Class styles will vary, including approaches to modern and contemporary dance technique, improvisation, partnering, creative movement, and body awareness. Questions? email humanpracticesomatics@gmail.com Your Teachers: steph vos is a chiropractor, yoga therapist, and dancer who believes that bodies are meant to be enjoyed! dancing in a creative, intuitive, and improvisatory way is one of her favorite ways to experience the enjoyment of embodiment. Lenna Stever-Sobanja wants everyone in the world to dance with her. She creates a welcoming and joyous dance space where every participant feels empowered and celebrated. Margaret E Johnson is a dancer and dancemaker who values movement as a way of relating to our environment and ourselves. Her style joyfully bops between precise technique, subtle improvisation, and pop sensibility. Rachel Clark is a passionate dancer eager to share her joy and love of the moving body. Her movement is influenced by modern and contemporary dance technique, improvisation, yoga, qigong, mindfulness, curiosity, intuition, play, and music.
Publish Date: 12-16-24