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Learn essential life skills such as financial literacy, communication, and time management in Chicago's Life Skills classes, equipping participants with the knowledge and tools to thrive in various aspects of their personal and professional lives.

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Reiki I, II & Masters Training

Lisa Guyman @ 1819-21 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

Reiki is amazing and incredibly powerful. Experience how simple Reiki is to learn and practice and how wonderful it is in an informative, dynamic, hands-on Weekend Reiki Workshop taught by Lisa Guyman. You’ll learn so much and many of you will experience transformations in your life! First Degree Reiki The Reiki I Class/First Degree Reiki increases healing energy in your life, enhances personal growth and qualifies you as a Reiki Practitioner....

All levels 18 and older
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$675

3 sessions

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QA Test Automation with Selenium

Forte Knowledge @ 333 W Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL

Selenium is rapidly becoming one of the most popular and most powerful test automation tools. It is an open-source framework for testing web-based applications, which can run in many browsers and is supported on all major platforms. In the first part of the course you will learn the definitions, terms, and how to create a simple test using Selenium WebDriver. You will then dive into test frameworks and Web elements recognition, and will understand...

All levels 16 and older
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More Life Training

Wright Graduate University @ 445 E Ohio St, Illinois City, IL

Discover the core beliefs underneath who you are so you can envision and move toward who you can become. During More Life Training, you’ll have the opportunity begin to roll up your sleeves and do some real hands-on work to discover your purpose and bring to light some of the hidden dynamics behind WHY you do what you do…and perhaps why you haven’t yet tapped into who you could become. To go even further, you’ll have the chance to sign up...

All levels 18 and older
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$800

3 sessions

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Coaching The Body Fundamentals

Thai Bodywork

This course covers the theory, principles and practice underlying the Coaching The Body™ system, a modality developed by Chuck Duff that integrates techniques of Thai bodywork with an updated understanding of the revolutionary concepts of trigger point therapy. Trigger point therapy, as initially formulated by Drs. Travell and Simons, included at the time only a partial understanding of some concepts that we have found to be critical to successful...

Beginner 18 and older
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Clinical Core for Upper Body

Thai Bodywork @ 1019 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL

This course provides a full protocol for addressing the most common upper body complaints seen in clinical practice. Student will learn to address shoulder, upper back and neck pain by understanding the role of proper scapular positioning, the various muscular sources that can feed the upper body with satellite referral, perpetuating factors for upper body pain, and key treatment modules for the most important muscles in this area. There is a relatively...

All levels 18 and older
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$650

2 sessions

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Succulent Wreath

Chicago Botanic Garden

Create a living wreath of succulent plants for your home or outdoors. You will fill a wire wreath frame with moss complete with succulent cuttings that root in the wreath. This will be a small but full wreath that can be used as a tabletop arrangement or as an outdoor decoration for a door or fence and will last for years, given proper care. Please bring a box to take home your completed wreath. All other materials are included in the fee.

(127) All levels 18 and older
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The Planted Landscape

Chicago Botanic Garden

The specific planted choices and selections within a landscape and garden are informed by the site, program, context, and story. This program will outline, define, and communicate applications of planting design within comprehensive site and landscape design. The session will involve classroom discussion along with physical site landscape tours and observations of planted landscapes. The elements of site and client information, site observation,...

(127) All levels 18 and older
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Poultry Palooza!

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Annex 1, Chicago, IL

Join urban chicken consultant Jennifer Murtoff for a day of workshop on how to successfully raise and enjoy chickens in your backyard. Raising Backyard Chickens Saturday, March 12, 2016 noon – 2 p.m. This class is designed for curious people who are considering raising backyard chickens, as well as for those who already have their own birds and who want to learn more! Come learn about local laws, how to raise chicks, care for adult birds, and...

(127) All levels 18 and older
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Gardens that Heal

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

In a healthcare environment, gardens provide a sense of order, safety, and privacy for those coping with illness.  During this seminar, industry leaders will present the latest research demonstrating the benefits of healthcare gardens, while providing an introduction to the tools needed to effectively design, manage, and evaluate such gardens.  This program is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects for continuing...

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$149
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Early Spring Bouquets

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Working with the earliest offerings from the Field & Florist greenhouses, Heidi Joynt and Molly Kobelt will demonstrate the many attributes of locally grown ranunculus and anemone as they lead participants in a hand tied bouquet making workshop.  Skills learned in this workshop can easily translate into making bridal bouquets.  All materials are included in the fee.

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$139
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Tai Chi: Advanced Yang-Style

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Tai chi from the Yang style is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. This course continues with in-depth study of the Yang style for students who have completed the intermediate class and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. Class locations vary and will be held outdoors when weather permits. Please refer to the tai chi sign in the Visitor Center to determine your...

(127) Advanced 18 and older
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$194

10 sessions

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Optimize Your Energy I

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Your body is designed to heal itself, but stress constantly interferes with this gift. Practicing simple energy medicine exercises regularly can optimize your energy no matter what challenges you face. Learn how to reduce the effects of stress, increase resilience, and feel calmer under pressure. Develop tools to protect yourself from people who weaken you emotionally. Eden Energy Medicine’s “five-minute daily energy routine” helps to increase...

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$119

6 sessions

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Mushroom Collection and Identification

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

New! Cover the basics of mushroom collection and identification for the Chicago region. Learn simple, easy-to-find characteristics of common fungi including distinguishing cap gills and stipe features.  Time will be spent outdoors identifying and collecting a few specimens. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=5 hours OPC elective

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$115
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Tai Chi: Advanced Sun-Style

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Rd, Chicago, IL

Sun-style is the most modern form of tai chi, known for flowing movements and gentle postures. This course continues with in-depth study of the Sun-style for students who have completed the intermediate level and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. Class locations vary and will be held outdoors when weather permits.

(127) Advanced 18 and older
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$187

10 sessions

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Guided Outdoor Silent Retreat

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 25779 N St. Marys Rd, Chicago, IL

Unplug from technology, take in the beauty of our outdoor surroundings, and make space to become present to ourselves in the context of silence.  This retreat includes time for structured, intentional dialogue, periods of guided, seated meditation, and ample solo time for silence and reflective walking.

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$149
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Yoga and Meditation Retreat

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 25779 N St. Marys Rd, Chicago, IL

Enjoy a state of relaxation and reconnecting with nature through activities like breathing exercises, gentle yoga, journaling, and meditation.  All are welcome.

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$149
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Valentine's Day Dish Garden Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by learning to create a beautiful dish garden from start to finish. After class, dress for the weather and enjoy the day with your Valentine walking around the Chicago Botanic Garden.  All materials themed with Valentine’s Day colors will be provided to create your own oasis to enjoy all year long. Please bring gloves, an apron if desired, and pruning shears. Price is for two people, and you will take home one...

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$119
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Yoga with the Garden

Chicago Botanic Garden

Enjoy a combination of gentle breathing, stretching, meditation and relaxation with attention placed on postures designed to build strength and resilience. Connect with your yoga community in this live, interactive format from the comfort of your own home. Please ensure we have your current email on file, as this is how we will send login instructions to you prior to class. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts....

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$149

8 sessions

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Made for the Shade Container Workshop

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Need some color in the shade? Take a Garden walk to view shade-loving plants, and then create your own container designed with shade in mind. We will use a variety of plants, including perennials and annuals. Please bring gloves. All other materials are provided.

(127) All levels 18 and older
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$112
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Introduction to Mushroom Identification

Chicago Botanic Garden @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Chicago, IL

Although DNA testing is the only way to tell with complete and absolute certainty what mushroom you have found, in this class you will learn the basics of mushroom identification. In addition to becoming more familiar with the major mushroom groups from a morphological standpoint, you will also learn the basic characteristics of fungi including cap and stipe features, how to use a key, and how to make a spore print. We will collect specimens...

(127) Beginner 18 and older
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$124
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