District 214 Community Education

Maybe your family heritage is Polish and you remember Polish being spoken when you were growing up but never really learned it. You may be going on a trip to Poland, or you just want to have some fun and learn basic Polish conversation. Then this is the class for you! The book and workbook; Polski, Krok Po Kroku: Level 1, are needed for the class.

This class is for those who have had an introduction to the Polish language and wish to continue the adventure. Expand your knowledge and understanding of Polish while having fun during the journey. Bring book from Polish 1 or purchase at registration online.

This class is for any sewer with experience using a commercial pattern and a sewing machine. Participants are asked to come to the first day of class with the following: sewing supplies, their choice of a commercial pattern, either fabric ready to cut (pre-wash fabric) or a garment that they have already cut and /or started constructing. Individual guidance will be provided as needed. Sewing and construction techniques will be taught and shared with the entire group based on the projects people are working on. Bernina machines are available.

Shotokan Karate is a Japanese martial arts system developed as a means of strengthening the mind, body and spirit. Karate training is structured to provide all around strength, coordination and agility for the body along with improving mental discipline and focus. Karate has something for everyone including physical fitness, self-defense, the excitement of sport and personal enrichment. No special equipment or abilities are required.

Continue your study of Sign Language in this continuation of the intermediate class. Some new vocabulary will be introduced, but more so, use what you have learned already to participate in fun activities and games, and even sign a children's book. The last class is off-site. Bring a three-ring binder and 10 dividers to class.

Have you started learning Spanish are ready to continue the journey? This course is the perfect next step if you have taken our beginning class, or have some prior knowledge. Basic conversation is enhanced by situational dialogues and supplemented by cultural information to increase your ability to communicate in Spanish.

Tai Chi (Taiji) is an ancient Chinese exercise with numerous health benefits. As a martial art, Tai Chi downplays brute strength and emphasizes learning motor skills and nurturing the body. The mindful movements promote stress relief and relaxation. Physically, this practice is a low-impact exercise that will foster balance, coordination and flexibility while exploring martial intentions.

Tai Chi (Taiji) is an ancient Chinese exercise with numerous health benefits. As a martial art, Tai Chi downplays brute strength and emphasizes learning motor skills and nurturing the body. The mindful movements promote stress relief and relaxation. Physically, this practice is a low-impact exercise that will foster balance, coordination and flexibility while exploring martial intentions.

A fabulous day awaits us in Genesee Depot, Wisconsin, at Ten Chimneys. The restored estate of revered theater actors Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne is now a world-class museum and center for the arts. The diverse collections and enchanting décor were hand picked by the Lunts throughout their lifetime. Tour the 18-room main house, cottage and log cabin, located on 60 acres of scenic countryside. Hear the fascinating stories of its frequent guests including Katherine Hepburn, Helen Hayes, Sir Laurence Olivier and Noel Coward. Lunch today is at Cooper’s Hawk in nearby Brookfield, Wisconsin.

At The Theater Lab our mission is simple: to be a hub around which the community can collaborate to bring passionate theater to life. We welcome anyone with a passion for theater at all levels of experience to join us as a Theater Lab Member. Membership dues are $40 a season and include exclusive benefits such as: Access to special theater workshops and tours. Hands-on behind-the-scenes learning. Invitations to special Members-only events. Access to industry professionals. Special Members-only discounts from D214 Community Education! To become a Member or for more information, please call us at 847-718-7700 or email ce@d214.org.

The Theater Lab, a District 214 Community Education program, is excited to announce the summer production of its 2025-2026 season, Leaving Iowa, with a limited four-performance run, August 15-17, 2025, at the Forest View Educational Center Theater in Arlington Heights. The critically-acclaimed, hilarious, family-friendly play about a journalist, Don Browning, who decides to finally take a roadtrip to return to Winterset, Iowa, to take his late father’s ashes to his childhood home, as requested, only to find his childhood home is not quite the same as it was when he left. For tickets call 847-718-7700 or email ce@d214.org.

Explore the world of magic, comedy and illusions in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, at the Tristan Crist Magic Theatre, a new tour in 2025! Named the Lake Geneva area’s number 1 “thing to do” for 8 years in a row by TripAdvisor, the show’s magic and illusions, performed in the Vegas-style showroom, will amaze you. Crist, awarded the 2021 Master Illusionist of the Year, will entertain you with an epic levitation routine and a disappearing helicopter in his brand-new theater! A tasty lunch is included at the Tuscan Restaurant in downtown Lake Geneva before the show.

Discover the true power of your smartphone and learn how to make it work for you! This class is designed to help you navigate your device like an expert, whether you use Apple's iOS or an Android phone. Ever wonder how to make your smartphone more user-friendly? We'll dive into accessibility features that will make your phone easier to read and operate. Looking to download new apps? Learn to navigate the App Store for iOS and Google Play for Android with ease. We'll also focus on the crucial topic of security and privacy to help you ensure your device stays secure. Whether you're new to smartphones or looking to unlock advanced features, this presentation will equip you with everything you need to confidently master some of your smartphone's capabilities.