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Highland Lifelong Learning Announces Spring 2026 Classes in Art, History and Personal Enrichment

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FREEPORT, IL — Highland Community College Lifelong Learning invites the community to explore a diverse lineup of spring classes and lectures featuring hands-on art workshops, engaging history presentations, and skill-building courses for all interests and experience levels.

Open to the public, these affordable, short-term enrichment opportunities require no prior experience. Space is limited, and advance registration is required.

  • The Lindbergh Baby Kidnapping: New Theories and Debates
    Tuesday, March 3, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 p.m.
    Highland Community College, Building T Room 140, Freeport, IL
    Fee: $19
  • Korean War Uncovered: History, Battles & Cultural Impact (Monroe)
    Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 p.m.
    Behring Senior Center, 1113 10th St., Monroe, WI
    Fee: Free (Advance registration requested)
  • Soft Pastel for Beginners
    Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 5:30–8:00 p.m.
    Elizabeth Business Hub, 131 N. Main St., Elizabeth, IL
    Fee: $29
  • Woven Flowers
    Thursday, March 12, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
    Lena Brewing Company, 9426 W. Wagner Rd., Lena, IL
    Fee: $54
  • Creative Cardmaking Workshop
    Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
    Higher Grounds Coffee, 1709 S. West Ave., Freeport, IL
    Fee: $19

Additional Spring Classes:

  • JFK Assassination: A Cultural Historic Exploration
  • Speak Up, Stand Out: Public Speaking for Beginners
  • Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People (Zoom)
  • Be a Better Writer: 10 Easy Tips to Improve Your Writing Now (Zoom)
  • Write Your First Novel in 90 Days (Zoom)

Full class details, schedules, and registration information are available at highland.edu/lifelong. For more information about Lifelong Learning, call 815-599-3403 or email lifelonglearning@highland.edu.