Watch the recorded version of this event.  The recording will be available to view through October 17.

Learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements with Diane Adduci, a community educator and licensed insurance representative.

Here is a link for handouts related to this event. Medicare Made Easy handouts

Speaker Bio: Diane Adduci
Diane has enjoyed educating the public about Medicare for the past 15 years. She has also enjoyed working with people regarding their insurance decisions since 1992.

This event occurred on October 2, 2024.

Watch this prerecorded virtual event anytime October 1 – 31.

Learn to make delicious, tried and true Polish recipes from Kristyn Slick. 

Recipes available here.

Speaker Bio: Kristyn Slick

“My greatest goal in life is to get more families around the dinner table.

If we haven’t met yet, I’m Kristyn, the Cooking Instructor, History Teacher, Menu Planner, Nutrition Coach, and Blogger around Classroom Kitchen.

If we have met before, you’re a lucky soul. Just kidding, but I am so glad you decided to see what I’m all about!

The Slick Family was established in 2007 when Brian and I were married. We enjoyed traveling for a few years and settling into our careers before deciding to start a family. We have have two kiddos and a dog who think he’s a third child.  We lead very full lives: hockey, piano lessons, girl scouts, active church members, and as much family time we can muster between all the things.

Ever since I was in 4th grade I have wanted to be a teacher. I received my Elementary Education degree at Lewis University and before even officially walking the graduation stage I had a 7th grade position teaching Language Arts and Social Studies.

My career path took a sharp turn, however, after I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression in my 7th year of teaching. For my own health and the wellness of my family I left my full time teaching position to stay home with my then 3.5 and 1 year old. After a year of regrouping, getting well, and focusing on me I rejoined the work force and decided to become a short-term consultant with Pampered Chef.  My cooking tool kit arrived within a few days and I quickly realized that my short-term decision was going to be long-term dedication to “Making Family Mealtime a Priority”!

I left Pampered Chef in the fall of 2021 to dedicate all my time and energy to A Classroom Kitchen. No more safety nets for this girl!  I am so excited but also a bit nervous.  I am so glad you are on this journey with me and I can’t wait to show you what I have in store for you and your families.

So here I am today better than ever! Cooking and teaching and sharing all the food pictures (yes I am THAT person).  I want to give everyone the tools and confidence to achieve their wellness and cooking goals.”  makingmealtimememories.com

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The recording will be available to view through October 5.

Pullman historian Andy Bullen shares five “big” stories: the Pullman family, the Company, the town, the people, & issues regarding labor and race. This presentation will weave these stories together to describe the fascinating history and encouraging future of this Chicago neighborhood and national monument, showing that the story of Pullman is the story of America.

Speaker Bio: Andrew Bullen (http://www.andrewbullen.us/) has an AB from the University of Chicago (Philosophy) and an MS-LIS from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He was employed as the Information Technology Coordinator for the Illinois State Library, but retired from that position in 2023. A Pullman resident and historian, he has written extensively about Pullman. He has been responsible for the development of a Pullman history website at http://www.pullman-museum.org, including the Pullman House History Project, a demographic database of 47,000 Pullman residents from 1883-1950. He has helped digitize some Pullman archives online (http://www.idaillinois.org/digital/collection/pshs/search/) and is currently working with the Historic Pullman Foundation to organize and update their archives. He has worked with ways to take images and metadata in digital asset management systems and weave them into comprehensive narratives, such as the one he did for the Scalar collection of “Pullman in the First World War” at http://www.finditillinois.org/scalar/pullman-in-the-first-world-war/index.

In addition to his work in Pullman, Bullen also works with optical musical recognition software on projects such as “The Music of the First World War” (http://www.idaillinois.org/digital/collection/p16614coll23/search/) and “The Masque of Illinois” (http://www.finditillinois.org/scalar/the-masque-of-illinois/index).

This event occurred on September 6, 2024.

Watch the recorded version of this event. The recording will be available to view through 2024.

A Citizens Utility Board specialist will discuss the new CUB Electric Vehicle Buyer’s Handbook and cover everything you need to know.  Use this link to receive the free Citizen’s Utility Board EV guide. This program is in partnership with Citizen’s Utility Board (CUB)

This event occurred on August 12, 2024.

Watch the recorded version of this event.  Please note the first four minutes are dedicated to Pathlights and their services followed by the Estate Planning presentation. 

A handout related to this presentation is available using this link.

In this presentation, attorney Michael J. Maslanka discusses power of attorney, living wills, last wills, trusts, deeds, and more.  Presented in partnership with Pathlights and Republic Bank.

Pathlights helps more than 15,000 people each year understand their options as they age. Our experienced team is highly specialized and works together united in our mission. We pride ourselves on collaboration with diverse partners and as a convener of conversation and action to promote policies that encourage a healthy aging community. We listen and empower our clients to take steps that can enhance their lives.

Speaker Bio: Michael J. Maslanka has been an attorney for over 39 years and is a graduate of Brother Rice High School and St. Xavier University. Michael is an attorney in the law firm of Sacks, Goreczny, Maslanka & Costello, P.C. He has been licensed to practice law in Illinois since 1984, and is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois.

He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and has been actively involved in their work for decades.

Michael has co-authored articles which were published in law journals. He has been a moderator and speaker at many Continuing Legal Education seminars, been quoted in the L.A. Times and in several law articles, and authors many legal articles for newsletters. He presents legal programs throughout the year at public libraries and fairs.

Over 39 years, Michael has represented or counseled thousands of clients, including laborers, doctors, judges, and lawyers, in a wide variety of cases. He is fluent in Spanish, and has been making in-home and nursing center visits for many years, to veterans, seniors, and disabled clients.

This event occurred on July 31, 2024.