District 214 Community Education

Take your business to new heights with our fast-paced, comprehensive session designed to equip business owner, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals with the essential skills and strategies needed to leverage social media for business success. Learn how to effectively reach your target audience, increase brand awareness, and drive engagement across major social media platforms.

Did you ever want to learn how to play Fingerstyle/Classical guitar? Students will learn the fundamentals of playing without a pick, exploring beginning classical/fingerstyle guitar pieces and learning how to apply this technique into your song repertoire. Students of all levels are welcome; basic chord knowledge recommended. Must provide your own instrument.

Join us for this educational program for people who are either new to investing or need a refresher. Participants will learn the importance of developing a strategy and the impact of asset allocation. We will also cover the influence of inflation on your long-term goals.

Unlock the full potential of Google Sheets and gain skills that will benefit you for a lifetime! Whether you're using it for work or personal projects, this comprehensive class will transform you from a novice into an expert. You'll master the essential functions of Google Sheets, including entering, organizing, refining, analyzing and visualizing data. Join us to build a solid foundation in Google Sheets and enhance your productivity and data management capabilities.

Whether you are 10 months away or 10+ years away from retirement, you need to be prepared for one of the biggest transitions of your life. In this class you will learn about different retirement savings accounts, how to maximize your savings, what your replacement ratio is, and what role social security will play.

There is more to dairy than just milk. In this class you will learn how to turn that milk into wonderful treats such as butter, cheese, buttermilk, creme fraiche, and Devonshire clotted cream. This class is primarily informational, but students will have the opportunity to make their own butter in class. Students choosing to participate in the hands-on-portion of the class will be asked to bring a small list of ingredients and supplies.

Stay relevant and up to date by learning all about Venmo, the popular mobile payment service. In this class, you'll discover how to securely pay friends and businesses, as well as receive money without the need for cash or checks. You'll gain a confident understanding of setting up Venmo safely, avoiding unnecessary fees, and applying it in real-world scenarios for you and your family. You'll be able to discuss the topic among family and friends and have an understanding of the key terms used when you hear about VENMO in the news! Join us to master Venmo and handle mobile payments with ease and security.

Morton Arboretum’s, “Illumination: Tree Lights at the Arboretum" is a spectacular holiday lights display using amazing new technology. On our early-evening trip, walk along a paved path to see the beautiful Christmas lights glowing with dazzling LED lights in the trees. You will not only see them, but you interact with them as well! Enjoy a cozy fire and some hot chocolate, and stop in at the Visitor’s Center to see other themed displays. Dinner is at the landmark White Fence Farm Restaurant where we’ll feast on its acclaimed "World's Greatest Chicken"! Beautifully decorated for the holidays, the restaurant has served travelers on old historic U.S. Route 66 since 1926! (Illumination requires walking along a relatively level outdoor pathway about ¾ to 1 mile in length.)

Learn to play piano using chords in this relaxed online class designed for both beginners and aspiring musicians. From the comfort of their own piano or keyboard at home, students will explore how chords work in songs, simplify sheet music, play in different keys and time signatures and develop rhythm naturally without heavy counting. This course includes live Zoom instruction, hands-on practice, an online book, follow-up video lessons, optional Q&A sessions, and a class recording for continued learning and review.

Have you taken a beginner ukulele class and you want to continue to grow your skills? In this class you will build on the chords and strumming patters learned in Beginner Ukulele. Students must provide their own instruments.

This introductory class will focus on observation, representation, creativity, and personal expression. Students will develop skills in line, value, composition , and spatial illusion using a variety of tools and media. You will be provided with a list of basic drawing supplies to purchase before class begins.

Join The Theater Lab for a heartwarming holiday experience as they present a special adaptation of It’s a Wonderful Life. This festive event brings together some of your favorite local ensembles in one unforgettable evening of performance and community spirit. Enjoy the talents of The Theater Lab alongside Community Education’s Old Time Radio Troupe, the Arlington Heights Community Concert Band, the Arlington Jazz Exchange, and the Northwest Symphony Orchestra—all sharing the stage to deliver a night filled with joy, nostalgia, and holiday cheer. Admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted to support The Theater Lab’s ongoing programs.

This course is an introduction to the Italian language, using only essential grammar for learning everyday Italian. By the end of the course the student will be able to introduce themselves and to navigate themselves in an Italian city, to carry out a conversation in an airport or hotel setting, and to ask for instructions.

Take your learning to a whole new level by listening through authentic conversation and building upon what you already know. Prior enrollment in Italian Beginner or previous experience is required.

This class is for adults who are interested in learning Latin dance styles including salsa, merengue, bachata, cha-cha, and rumba. Beginners as well as experienced dancers will benefit from this variety of Latin dance moves. Singles and couples are welcome.

Line dancing is a great way to meet new people, get some fun exercise, and just have a great time! In this class, we'll cover a number of different well known line dances based on country and pop songs. No prior experience required, singles and couples both welcome.

In this intermediate level class, we’ll build upon what we’ve already learned in the beginning Line Dancing class and take our skills to the next level. Open only to students who have already taken Line Dancing. Singles and couples both welcome.

Welcome fall into your kitchen with a moist, flavorful maple glazed pumpkin cake that's perfect for any autumn gathering. In this class you'll learn how to create a tender pumpkin cake infused with warm seasonal flavors and topped with a rich, silky maple glaze that adds just the right touch of sweetness. You will go home with a beautiful dessert that's sure to become a fall favorite!