Led by RLC alumna Cydni Wrobel, this hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of welding while they create a beautiful piece of art to take home. Designed to inspire non-traditional welders and spark interest in welding careers, the Artistic Welding Workshop offers an engaging introduction to the craft.

Participants will be able to choose between creating a rose or a pumpkin during the session.

 Class is located in the RLC Welding Lab.

Discover the sweet art of handmade chocolate truffles in this fun, hands-on class designed for beginners and chocolate lovers alike. You'll learn how to create rich, smooth truffle fillings, coat your truffles like a pro, and explore the fundamentals of chocolate tempering. By the end of class, you'll have a delicious assortment of handcrafted truffles to take home, along with the skills and confidence to recreate them in your own kitchen. Whether you're looking to learn a new hobby, create homemade gifts, or simply enjoy a fun culinary experience, this class is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!

This workshop is designed to introduce sushi lovers to the basics of making their own Japanese style sushi at home. The workshop covers terminology, equipment needed to produce sushi at home, basic techniques, sanitation, and safety concerns. No special equipment is needed, but comfortable clothing is recommended.

$20 (Plus $20 supply fee to instructor)

Sign up to receive our Community Ed catalog and be entered to win a free spot in any regular fall 2026 Community Ed class of your choice (day trips and credit classes excluded). 

10:00am - 2:00pm (Set-up begins at 8:00am)

Booth space is $20 and RLC will provide 1 table with chairs. This event will be rain or shine; booth fee is non-refundable.

• The following items will NOT be permitted to be sold: fireworks, pornography, offensive pictures, illegal items, firearms, items that infringe upon registered trademarks, or anything that would harm the property or reputation of Rend Lake College.

• Rend Lake College has the right to request items be removed from campus.

• All items must be removed from campus at the conclusion of the event.

• Rend Lake College shall not be liable for injury, damage, destruction, theft, casualty or loss of the property of any participant or for any cost or expenses incurred by any participant.

Discover the joy of American Mahjong in this fun, fast-paced two-session course. Designed for absolute beginners, this class introduces you to the tiles, the National Mah Jongg League card, and the basic rules of play. You will learn how to read the card, pass tiles during the "Charleston," and form winning hands. By the end of the second session, you will have the confidence and skills to join a local game or start your own group. All supplies are provided.

$75

Instructor: Anjanette Hughes

Tues/Thurs, 9/29 & 10/1

5:30pm-8:00pm

Main Campus, Student Center, Room 110

Join us for an informative seminar on estate planning, where you'll learn about wills, trusts, advanced directives, probate avoidance and how to ensure your wishes are honored . Whether you're just starting to think about your estate or need to update your plan, this seminar offers valuable insights to help you make informed decisions about your future. Lawyer Matthew B. Flanigan earned his J.D., cum laude, from Cumberland School of Law, Samford University. Practice areas include wills, trusts and estates, corporate law, mineral law, real estate law and general civil practice. Matthew has been practicing law since 2006 and is a partner at Black, Ballard, McDonald, P.C. in Mt. Vernon.

Enjoy a no-impact, 100%-modifiable, no-weights, no-cardio, no-experience-needed class. You don't have to already be flexible to come to Stretch either! We will use slow-paced gentle stretching to elongate muscles, expand flexibility, help relieve tension and pain, and leave you feeling refreshed. This class is perfect for everyone of all fitness levels.  

Yoga mat required.