Highland Community College Lifelong Learning October and November classes include Fall Centerpiece, Painting and Embellishing Furniture, Mini Holiday Cheesecakes, Skin Care Basics, and Watercolor for Beginners. To register online and view the complete Lifelong Learning schedule, visit highland.edu/lifelong.
Fall Centerpiece
Location: Lena Brewing Company, 9416 W. Wagner Road, Lena, Ill.
Registration Deadline: Oct. 28
Class: Nov. 2; 1-2:30 p.m.
Fee: $39
Instructor: Jessica Leonard
Attend for a fun-filled, creative flower-arranging workshop. Attendees will create an 11″ fall-themed centerpiece, sure to bring your Thanksgiving table to life. It is beautiful enough to keep for yourself or bring as a hostess gift. Wood flowers, greenery, and professional, step-by-step instructions are provided (candle not included).
Painting and Embellishing Furniture
Location: Highland Community College, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Building T, Room 122 Freeport, Ill.
Registration Deadline: Oct. 22
Class: Oct. 29 and 30; 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $54
Instructor: Cindy Bielefeldt
Seen on Pinterest, HGTV, and in magazines, explore the world of painting furniture, learn best practices and gain hands-on experience using chalk and milk paint, waxes, and gilding. Attendees will use transfers, stamps, molded embellishments, stencils, or decoupage to add something special to each piece. Bring a small, easy-to-transport furniture piece. Take home a one-of-a-kind creation. No prior experience is needed.
Mini Holiday Cheesecakes
Location: Generations Brewing Company, 1400 S. Adams Avenue, Freeport, Ill.
Registration Deadline: Oct. 29
Class: Nov. 5; 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $39
Instructor: Lynn Kaufman
Who loves Cheesecake? Cheesecake is perfect for the holidays. Individual ones make it more fun too! Learn to make pumpkin and peppermint. Take home for you and your family to enjoy. Guaranteed to be a delicious dessert! Each person will need to bring a medium mixing bowl, rolling pin, hand mixer, 9” springform pan or deep 9-inch cake pan, rubber spatula and a damp towel in a plastic bag for cleanup.
Skin Care Basics
Location: Highland Community College, Building T Room 133 Salon, 2998 W. Pearl City Road, Freeport, Ill.
Registration Deadline: Oct. 30
Class: Nov. 6; 5-7 p.m.
Fee: $10
Instructor: Tasha Marini
Designed especially for pre-teens and teens or anyone who is just starting a skincare regimen. This workshop covers the essentials and teaches attendees how to bring out the best. Participants will learn how to give themselves a facial using a cleanser, a micro exfoliant scrub, a hydrating mask, and a moisturizer.
Watercolor for Beginners
Location: Elizabeth Business Hub, 131 N. Main Street, Elizabeth, Ill.
Registration Deadline: Nov. 6
Class: Nov. 13; 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $39
Instructor: Brian Engle
Dive into the world of watercolors with this accessible and enjoyable course designed for beginners. Attendees will learn the essential techniques of watercolor painting, including washes, wet-on-wet, and dry brushing. Whether you’re a complete novice or just starting your watercolor journey, this class will provide the skills and confidence to express your creativity through this versatile and expressive medium. A set of watercolors, brush and paper will be provided for each student and can be taken home at the end of class.
Other courses Include:
• World War II in Europe Overview – Lena Community District Library, Lena
• Honey Tasting Experience – Lena Brewing Company, Lena
• Working with Color: Mixing and Blending in Watercolor – Mt. Morris Senior and Community
Center, Mt. Morris
• Civilian Conservation Corps – White Pines Lodge, Mt. Morris
• Zentangled Inspired Art – Elizabeth Business Hub, Elizabeth
• Walk and Stretch Fall II – Mt. Morris Senior and Community Center, Mt. Morris
• Covered Bridge in the Fall – Higher Grounds, Freeport
• Korean War – Mount Carroll Public Library, Mount Carroll
• Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People – Zoom/Online
• Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People – Zoom/Online
For more information about Lifelong Learning and to find out the latest course offerings, call 815 599-3403 or email lifelonglearning@highland.edu. Sign up for spring courses at highland.edu/lifelong.