CHICAGO, IL — A Waukegan mother accused of <a href="https://patch.com/illinois/libertyville/parents-imprisoned-girl-basement-said-she-was-possessed-cops" target="_blank" rel="noopener">locking her daughter in a basement</a> was released from the Lake County Jail on her own recognizance. Katherine Swopes was ordered to have no contact with her husband Randy Swopes. <a href="https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2018/08/03/waukegan-mother-freed-held-daughter-basement/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Read more via CBS Chicago</a>

CHICAGO, IL — A Waukegan mother accused of <a href="https://patch.com/illinois/libertyville/parents-imprisoned-girl-basement-said-she-was-possessed-cops" target="_blank" rel="noopener">locking her daughter in a basement</a> was released from the Lake County Jail on her own recognizance.

Katherine Swopes was ordered to have no contact with her husband Randy Swopes. <a href="https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2018/08/03/waukegan-mother-freed-held-daughter-basement/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">Read more via CBS Chicago</a>

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Coffee &amp; Cardmaking at The Frunchroom Collective!Join me on Tuesday, September 29 at 10:00 AM for a fun morning! Grab a drink, chat with some friends, and get crafty! For $35, you’ll receive a card kit plus all the supplies you need to create 10 beautiful handmade cards...perfect for sending a little joy to the people you love and to those who need a pick me up.I believe creative expression and social connection are essential to our well-being, and I love hosting events where the two come together.Come craft with us! No experience necessary! Plan a date with a friend or come meet some new ones.&nbsp;
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Explore the power of artificial intelligence in everyday life—join Lake Forest College professors Dr. Benjamin Zeller and Dr. Rachel Whidden for the return of this highly-acclaimed community engagement series
Artificial Intelligence and Everyday Life: Understanding, Engaging, and Applying AI
Registration fee: $450 for the five-week series
Registration deadline: Thursday, October 8
Course times: Thursday evenings, 6-8:30 p.m.
Course dates: October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5, November 12
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing how we learn, work, create, communicate, and make decisions. Held at the historic Krebs Center for the Humanities, this five-week series offers an accessible introduction to AI while exploring the ethical, social, cultural, and philosophical questions it raises – through demonstrations, discussion, and real-world case studies designed to help participants become informed and thoughtful users of these emerging technologies. Each week will highlight a new topic and begin with a social reception featuring food and refreshments.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/ai-series-x86317" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Visit the Community Engagement website by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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Discover the artistry of musical voices—Join Lake Forest College professor Dr. Dan Schwartz for this exciting new community engagement series
Beyond the Melody: How and Why Unique Instruments Produce Unique Sounds
Registration fee: $250 for the four-week series
Registration deadline: Monday, October 12
Course times: Monday evenings, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Course dates: October 19, October 26, November 2, November 9
Held at the newly renovated Glen Rowan House, “Beyond the Melody” is an engaging lecture and live performance series that invites audiences to discover the remarkable artistry and individuality of four distinctive musical voices: the cello, flute, oboe, and a blues band. Each week spotlights a different featured instrument or ensemble, exploring its history, evolution, and role across musical traditions while revealing the fascinating ways it creates sound. The opening and closing sessions will include a social reception featuring food and refreshments prior to class.
Both the educational content and social receptions will offer opportunities to build community, engage with College leadership, and learn more about ongoing campus initiatives.
Register for this course by clicking <a href="https://www.lakeforest.edu/community/lifelong-learning/music-performance-series" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.
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Registration is required to attend. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, but full attendance is not required.

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