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

PiYo fuses the muscle sculpting benefits of Pilates, the flexibility advantages of yoga, and cardio, all in one class! PiYo presents a unique total-body workout for people of all fitness levels. You burn calories, but without weights, jumps, or complicated equipment. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water.

Learn the principles of building a safe street rod. Whether you are a beginner or someone with experience looking for ideas, this is the class for you. A 1939 Chevy Coupe and a 1931 Model A Ford Coupe will be used for demonstration. Information covered in this class will include how to select the right project (what to look for and what to avoid), the paperwork involved from taxes to titles and certificates of origin, chassis and suspension options and selections, engine and transmission choices, selecting the right brakes and wheel/tire combinations. This class will also focus on the body of the car with hands-on instruction. Participants should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes and should bring safety glasses and welding glasses or hood. This course is designed for those 16 years of age and older. (Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.) Register for one or both sections—each section will provide new hands-on experiences.

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)

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.