Join us this summer for a FREE 30-minute tour!

• Discover the art and process behind our handcrafted chocolates
• Enjoy an exclusive chocolate sampling
• Watch a short live chocolate-making demonstration
• Get all of your chocolate questions answered
• Reservations are required and limited, so be sure to save your spot!

Any purchase made this week will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a free 2026 Christmas Collection Box. Halloween and Fall products will be available for purchase, on top of our regular menu items.

Engage your sweet tooth with a free guided chocolate tasting. Includes several samples of chocolate, with parings of nuts, fruit, coffee, crackers, water, and more provided. It is recommended to eat a light meal beforehand, but come ready to have lots of small samples. Registering ahead of time is required to participate, limited spots available.

Any purchase made this week will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a free 2026 Christmas Collection Box. Halloween and Fall products will be available for purchase, on top of our regular menu items.

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.

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. 

Tyson Tanner received his Juris Doctor Degree from Southern Illinois University School of Law in May 2006, and was admitted to the practice of law in November 2006. Tyson has been a member of the law firm known as Bigham & Tanner since 2007 and he became a partner in 2011. Tyson's practice areas include estate planning, estate administration, banking law, real estate law, and general civil law matters.

Experience the history, culture, and iconic attractions of St. Louis on a day filled with unforgettable sights and local flavor.

Begin your adventure at the legendary Gateway Arch, where you’ll enjoy a tram ride to the top for breathtaking views of the city and the Mississippi River. Then, watch Monument to a Dream before exploring the newly remodeled, state-of-the-art Arch Museum.

After your morning of exploration, enjoy lunch downtown at Sqwires Restaurant, featuring your choice of a pre-selected plated entrée.

This afternoon, go behind the scenes at the Anheuser-Busch brewery with the Day Fresh Tour. Follow the journey of a beer from seed to sip, beginning with a visit to the famous Clydesdale paddock and stables. Continue to the Beechwood Aging Cellar, historic Brewhouse, and BEVO packaging facility to discover the craftsmanship and traditions behind one of America’s most iconic beers. From the soaring Gateway Arch to the rich traditions of St. Louis brewing, this exciting day offers a memorable taste of the history, innovation, and spirit of the Gateway City!

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

Pre-register by October 25th

 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

Students will learn how to draw, tape, and paint their chosen quilt pattern on a 10" wood square. The student will choose their pattern based on difficulty level. Your barn quilt will be finished and ready to hang at the end of the class.

$15 (Plus a $20 supply fee)

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

 Barre is a low-impact workout that will have you sweating and toning your entire body. Barre fitness is a hybrid workout class - combining ballet-inspired moves with elements of Pilates, dance, yoga, and strength training. Barre also focuses on high reps of small range movements. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, and water.