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. 

Discover the joy of painting in this relaxed, beginner-friendly class! No experience or artistic background needed, just bring your enthusiasm. With step-by-step guidance from the instructor, you’ll create your own colorful acrylic masterpiece on stretched canvas to take home and display proudly. All supplies are provided.

AGES 12+

Cost: $15 (plus $10 supply fee)

Explore the diverse neighborhoods and delicious local flavors of St. Louis with your guide, Dea Hoover. This fun-filled culinary adventure takes you through some of the city’s best-known communities, with plenty of opportunities to sample iconic treats along the way.

Begin in the historic Cherokee neighborhood with a stop at El Chico’s Bakery, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Mexican pastry. Continue to Benton Park for a handmade pretzel at the beloved Gus’s Pretzels before heading to Midtown for a mouthwatering lunch at Pappy’s Smokehouse.

This afternoon, explore The Hill, St. Louis’ renowned Italian neighborhood. Visit a local Italian market to sample specialty cheeses and pepperoni, and receive a goody bag filled with treats to enjoy later.

End your day in the Tower Grove neighborhood with a visit to Ices Plain ’n Fancy. Watch as your delicious ice cream creation is made right before your eyes using liquid nitrogen for a one-of-a-kind frozen treat.

From savory favorites to sweet treats, this tour offers a delicious taste of St. Louis’ neighborhoods, traditions, and local character.

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

Pre-register by October 1st.

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

         Rend Lake Main Campus at 7:00am; return by 6:00pm

         Mt. Vernon MarketPlace at 7:30am; return by 5:30pm

Grab a paintbrush and spend an evening getting creative! Join us for Paint Like Bob Ross with Brad Mullins, a Certified Ross Instructor who has been sharing the joy of painting with people all across Illinois and Indiana.Brad trained with Bob Ross Incorporated to learn the techniques behind Bob Ross' iconic landscapes, and now he loves helping others discover that anyone can paint. Whether you're a complete beginner or you've painted before, Brad will guide you through the process step by step. Best of all, all of the Bob Ross painting supplies are provided, so you can simply come ready to have fun.

AGES 12+

Cost: $65

Take your chocolate-making skills to the next level in this hands-on class focused on creating beautiful filled bon bons. Perfect for adventurous beginners and anyone looking to expand their chocolate-making techniques, you'll review the fundamentals of tempering chocolate before watching a live demonstration on preparing a smooth, creamy peanut butter filling. Then, you'll create your own batch of elegant bon bons from start to finish. Leave with a box of handcrafted chocolates that taste like a gourmet version of a classic peanut butter cup—perfect for sharing or savoring yourself!

$20 (plus $15 supply fee to instructor)