Led by RLC alumna Cydni Wrobel, this hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of welding while they create a beautiful welded rose 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 who enjoy the introductory session will have the opportunity to build on their skills in an intermediate workshop offered later in the season.

Led by RLC alumna Cydni Wrobel, this hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of welding while they create a beautiful welded rose 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 who enjoy the introductory session will have the opportunity to build on their skills in an intermediate workshop offered later in the season.

10:00am - 4:00pm (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.

Step back in time and savor the flavors of Collinsville! Begin your day at Willoughby Heritage Farm, where the charm of 1940s farm life comes alive with vintage barns, tractors, and friendly farm animals. Learn how this small Midwestern town became the Horseradish Capital of the U.S., thanks to its rich soil and German roots.

Enjoy a delicious lunch at The Press House, once home to the Collinsville Herald newspaper. Now a vibrant restaurant and distillery, it celebrates the area’s brewing heritage with flavorful meals—and even a touch of horseradish! Afterward, enjoy a private tour of Old Herald Distillery with the owner.

Cap off your day with a visit to Kruta Bakery, a local favorite since 1919. Discover the family’s sweet legacy and sample their signature “fudgie,” a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate delight. Don’t forget to grab a few extra treats to take home!

Tour fees, lunch, gratuities, and transportation are included.

Buses will depart and return from the following places and times:

         Rend Lake Main Campus at 8:00am; return by 5:30pm

         Mt. Vernon MarketPlace at 8:30am; return by 5:00pm

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.