Created: 09-11-17
Last Login: 11-10-25
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.
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American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid - November
Description: American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid November 24 | 9am-12pm | At CCHE Instructor: Rob Wells The purpose of the course is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to first-aid emergencies. You will learn how to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Certification will be emailed to attendees. Need to get a group certified? Contact us about our customized training at programs@mycche.org
Publish Date: 11-10-25
American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED Hybrid
Description: American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED Hybrid November 14 | Approx. 1 1/2 hrs Self-Paced Online Learning & 2 Hours In Person 5:30pm-7:30pm | At CCHE & Online Training Instructor: Rob Wells The purpose of the course is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac & breathing emergencies. You will learn how to give immediate care until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. Certification will be emailed to attendees. Online training is required to be completed before the November 14 in-person session. The online course is best completed on a laptop or desktop computer. Need to get a group certified? Contact us about our customized training at programs@mycche.org
Publish Date: 11-06-25
Understanding the Dying Process
Description: Understanding the Dying Process November 20 | 12-1pm | At CCHE & Zoom Presenters: Pat Campanaro and Suzanne Sherman, Cook County Death Doulas - A Better Death Free will donations are accepted at the event. Join the Death Doulas 5-Part Series, offered monthly on Thursdays from November 2025 through March 2026. Attend one or all sessions. End-of-life issues affect everyone, regardless of age, health, or background. This series is meant for: * Individuals facing a terminal illness or nearing the end of their natural life. * Family members and friends of those who are dying, seeking to support and understand their loved ones. * Caregivers and healthcare professionals entrusted with providing compassionate, dignified care. * Anyone wishing to prepare thoughtfully for their own future, knowing that clarity and planning can bring peace of mind. This foundational module examines how the body and mind change as life approaches its end. Death Doulas will cover the signs and symptoms of near-death, the use of medical interventions, and the natural shifts that happen. Participants will understand what to expect and learn practical ways to promote comfort and dignity.
Publish Date: 11-03-25
Lunch & Learn: Charitable Giving and Your Financial Strategy
Description: Lunch & Learn: Charitable Giving and Your Financial Strategy November 19 | Noon-1pm | At CCHE & Zoom Presenters & Partners: Claire Smith, Edward Jones & Care Partners of Cook County Many of us want to financially support faith-based, political, or social causes that are important to us, but it's not always easy to know the best way to go about it. Guest presenter Claire Smith from Edward Jones will help us sort out donation options (some more familiar than others) so we can find the appropriate charitable-giving path for our unique financial strategies and life stages. NOTE: This Lunch & Learn takes place on the THIRD Wednesday of November to avoid Thanksgiving week. 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: 10-29-25
Naturalist Book Discussion: The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World
Description: Naturalist Book Discussion: The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World November 18 | 6:30-7:30 | Zoom Facilitator: Betsy Blume, MN Naturalist The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Author Robin Wall Kimmerer and Illustrator John Burgoyne From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass comes The Serviceberry, a bold and inspiring reflection on gratitude, reciprocity, and community. Drawing from Indigenous wisdom and the lessons of the natural world, Robin Wall Kimmerer contrasts our scarcity-based economy with the serviceberry’s model of shared abundance. As she harvests alongside the birds, she reminds us that true wealth lies in relationships, not accumulation. “Serviceberries show us another model,” she writes, “where wealth comes from the quality of your relationships, not from the illusion of self-sufficiency.” Both poetic and practical, The Serviceberry offers a reminder that “hoarding won’t save us, all flourishing is mutual.”
Publish Date: 10-28-25
Abundance: A Winter Gift Swap
Description: Abundance: A Winter Gift Swap November 16 | 3-4pm | At CCHE Inspired by our upcoming book discussion of The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World, join us for an evening of sharing and connection. Bring one or many items that reflect something you have in abundance, homemade treats (sweet or savory), crafted items, garden or foraged goods, fresh or preserved foods, artwork, pottery, plants, sewn or knitted items, or anything you’d love to share. You’ll have a space on a table to display what you’ve brought. After time to browse and appreciate everyone’s offerings, we’ll invite you to move around the room—offering your items to others and receiving something(s) that speaks to you in return. What you choose to give and what you choose to receive is entirely up to you, with each exchange guided by generosity, curiosity, and conversation. You may keep what you receive or gift forward this winter, continuing the spirit of shared abundance. As Robin Wall Kimmerer writes, “Gratitude and reciprocity are the currency of a gift economy, and they have the remarkable property of multiplying with every exchange.” Every gift shared and smile exchanged grows the spirit of generosity and connection in our community. Want to add another layer of connection? Join us earlier in the day—November 16 from 1–2pm at CCHE, for Grateful Connections: A Speed Friending Event, a fun and welcoming way to meet others before the evening gathering.
Publish Date: 10-28-25
Grateful Connections: A Speed Friending Event
Description: Grateful Connections: A Speed Friending Event November 16 | 1-2pm | At CCHE As autumn deepens and the air turns crisp, join us for an evening of cozy conversation and new friendships. Through a series of short, guided “speed friending” rounds, you’ll connect with others by sharing the big and small things you’re grateful for. From simple comforts to meaningful life moments, gratitude will spark conversations that go beyond small talk and create authentic connections. Come ready to meet new people, enjoy the warmth of community, and leave with fresh friendships to carry into the colder months ahead. Enjoy some warm apple cider and tasty seasonal treats while you get to know others in our community. Whether you’re brand new to the area or have called this place home for years, this event is a welcoming way to meet people and grow your circle of friends. And don’t worry—name tags are provided, so you can focus on the fun of connecting instead of remembering names
Publish Date: 10-28-25
Grieving the Transition - Four month series (attend one or all)
Description: Grieving the Transition - Four month series (attend one or all) Thursday’s 9/18 • 10/16 • 11/20 • 12/11 | 6-7:30pm | At CCHE Facilitated by Sara Hingos Register with CCHE or email Sara.hingos@gmail.com Has your little one just started kindergarten? Do you have a high school senior? Are you entering the empty nest stage? Are you grieving these changes? You’re not alone! Are you a parent in a space of feeling so much excitement for your child and at the same time grieving what you’re moving through? It can be so confusing and hurt so much. I invite you to share this grief in Community. We will process through speaking from the heart, guided practices, and song. You are not alone. Free event- all are welcome.
Publish Date: 11-03-25