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Joliet Junior College's home for non-credit, continuing education programs. For the general public, CCS offers a variety of open enrollment seminars.
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Corporate and Community Services is dedicated to helping people succeed, both in the general public and in the business community. On-site training for businesses includes programs to improve worker productivity and safety, supervisory training, and industrial maintenance. The Illinois Small Business Development Center, part of a statewide network of small-business resource providers, advises entr

epreneurs on starting and growing a business. Some are designed to prepare people for new careers in trucking, medical billing and
coding, sleep technology, and more. Lifelong learning programs include seminars in drawing, painting, cooking, and photography, to name a few. Kids College
offers many learning opportunities for children ages 3 to 15+, and includes courses in cartooning, Robolab, AutoCAD and more.

06/02/2026

✏️ Ever wanted to learn how to draw but weren't sure where to begin?

Join this upcoming Lifelong Learning class and discover the fundamentals of realistic drawing in a fun, relaxed and supportive environment. You'll learn essential techniques like shapes, shading, proportion and observation through approachable subjects and easy-to-follow, step-by-step instruction.

This class is designed for beginners and focuses on building confidence, not perfection. Whether you're looking for a creative outlet, a new hobby or simply a way to unwind, you'll be amazed at what you can create with just a pencil and a little guidance.

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝘄! (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟯𝟮𝟳𝟰) is Tuesday, June 16 at JJC's Main Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=48DB188&courseId=LLC.3274

06/02/2026

🌧️🌤️ Reach for the skies this summer! 🌎⚡

Calling all curious minds ages 12–17! In this exciting Kids College camp, students will design, build and launch their own weather balloons to collect real-time data from the atmosphere. As their balloons soar, they'll explore how weather patterns influence energy use and discover why sunshine and wind are essential for powering our world.

After the launch, campers will analyze their data and learn how renewable energy systems like solar and wind depend on changing weather conditions. Through hands-on activities, teamwork and engaging discussions, students will connect science, sustainability and climate in a truly sky-high adventure!

💡 Best of all, this camp is offered at a discounted rate thanks to generous funding from Constellation's E2 Energy to Educate grant.

𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟳𝟬𝟭𝟱) is available twice this summer:

✅ June 15-18 at JJC's Main Campus.
✅ June 29-July 2 at JJC's Romeoville Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=3619D38&courseId=LLC.7015

06/02/2026

Looking for a fun and delicious way to spend part of your summer? ☀️🍉🍓🌈 Over three exciting days, young chefs ages 8–12 will create fresh, colorful and tasty treats perfect for summer. Campers will make their own Watermelon Pizza, Fruit Kabobs, Mini Snack Boxes, Edible Snack Necklaces and even more creative goodies along the way!

This hands-on camp is packed with fun, creativity and plenty of delicious snacks to enjoy. It's the perfect opportunity to learn new kitchen skills, make new friends and celebrate all the flavors of summer.

𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 & 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟯𝟭𝟲𝟱) is June 15-17 at JJC's City Center Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=3601A80&courseId=LLC.3165

06/01/2026

What a BLAST we had kicking off Summer 2026 Kids College camps today! 🚀☀️

From hands-on learning to creative exploration, our campers jumped right into an exciting first day of summer fun. One of the highlights was watching students build and launch their own rockets—sending smiles (and rockets!) soaring sky-high!

We can't wait to see what the rest of the summer has in store. Check out some of our favorite moments from Day 1 and follow along as our campers learn, create, discover and make unforgettable memories.

06/01/2026

Did you know that simple machines are all around us? 🔧⚙️ From opening a door to riding a bike, these everyday tools help make our lives easier!

In this Kids College summer camp for ages 10–14, participants will explore the main types of simple machines and discover how they work in the world around them. Through hands-on activities, challenges and friendly competitions, campers will practice using levers, pulleys, inclined planes, wheels and axles, wedges and screws to solve problems and complete tasks.

The week will culminate in an exciting team project as campers work together to design and build their own Rube Goldberg machine—a creative chain-reaction invention that uses multiple simple machines to complete a task in a fun and unexpected way!

𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟳𝟬𝟭𝟮) is June 22-25 at JJC's Romeoville Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=3619D38&courseId=LLC.7012

06/01/2026

Bonjour, future French speakers! 🌟

Does your child love interactive games, hands-on projects and learning about new cultures? Join us for a fun-filled, four-day Kids College summer camp designed for ages 7–11. Campers will:

✨ Learn basic French words and phrases
🎲 Play engaging games
🎨 Complete creative projects
🌍 Explore the French-speaking world and its cultures

Whether your child is brand new to French or simply curious about the language, this camp offers a fun and welcoming introduction to speaking français!

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘇-𝘃𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰̧𝗮𝗶𝘀? 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀! (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟮𝟭𝟮𝟳) is June 22-25 at JJC's Romeoville Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=363EB10&courseId=LLC.2127

05/29/2026

📸📱 Turn everyday photos into professional-quality images using just your smartphone! Join us and discover how to make the most of the powerful camera already in your pocket. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn pro photography techniques adapted specifically for phone cameras, including:

✨ Composition & framing
💡 Lighting tips
📐 Best angles
🎯 Focus & exposure
🖌️ Simple editing techniques

Whether you want better social media content, polished photos for your small business, portfolio-worthy shots or simply more confidence behind the camera, this class will help your images truly stand out.

No fancy camera required. Just bring your smartphone and creativity!

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟯𝟮𝟴𝟬) begins Monday, June 22 at JJC's Main Campus.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=A69E0400&courseId=LLC.3280

05/28/2026

‼️𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧‼️Use the code 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗦𝟮𝟲 at checkout to receive an additional 65% off all camps in Morris this summer!

Explore the exciting world of charcoal sketching and acrylic painting in this hands-on art experience for ages 7–14.

With step-by-step guidance, students will create:
🖌️ A beautiful landscape
✏️ An illustration
🎨 A portrait

Along the way, they’ll build confidence, refine their sketching and painting skills and discover the style of art that inspires them most!

Offered in partnership with Happy Daisy Art Studio, this creative summer camp is the perfect place for young artists to learn, experiment and have fun all week long.

𝗜𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗿𝗮: 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟲𝟳𝟮𝟭) is June 22-25 at JJC's Morris Educational Center.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=3612808&courseId=LLC.6721

05/28/2026

This summer, Kids College is stitching together TWO fun crochet camps at JJC's Main Campus for ages 11–17! Whether your student is brand new to crochet or ready to level up their skills, these hands-on camps are the perfect way to learn, create and have fun this summer.

🧶 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗽𝘀 & 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘁 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟯𝟳𝟲𝟲) is June 15-18.
Perfect for beginners! Students will learn basic crochet stitches, explore crochet tools, practice reading simple patterns and create projects like a headband or “mug rug” coaster. No experience needed!

🌸 𝗦𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 & 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟯𝟳𝟲𝟳) is June 22-25.
Ready for the next step? Campers will expand their crochet skills with new techniques, color changes, pattern variations, and create a button pouch decorated with crocheted flowers or stitching. Basic crochet experience recommended.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/instructorDetail.jsp?instructorId=A5AF60A0

05/27/2026

🎨✨ Let creativity take the lead! Young artists will dive into a world of hands-on discovery as they experiment with drawing, painting, printmaking, weaving, collage and more. Inspired by nature and famous artists, campers will mix, layer and combine materials to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces that express their unique ideas and imagination all week long. 🌿🖌️

𝗠𝗶𝘅𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽 (𝗟𝗟𝗖 𝟲𝟬𝟰𝟵) is June 15-18. Ages 6-9 will meet from 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 10-14 will meet from 12:30-3 p.m.

Easy online registration 👉 https://www.enrole.com/jjc/jsp/course.jsp?categoryId=3612808&courseId=LLC.6049

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