District 214 Community Education

In today's fast-paced, technology-driven world, being tech-savvy is no longer optional—it's essential. This class is designed to equip you with the critical tech skills needed for everyday life. Expand your practical knowledge and confidence to navigate the digital landscape with ease.

This class will show you how iCloud simplifies digital life with secure, reliable storage. You'll start with an introduction to The Cloud and how it works, then dive into iCloud's features like automatic backups, seamless syncing, and device accessibility. We'll compare cloud storage to traditional methods, explore iCloud's syncing of photos, files, and contacts, and review how Apple's devices work together within the iCloud ecosystem. Tony will also guide you through pricing options and practical use cases, helping you maximize iCloud for storage, productivity and more.

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, you may purchase them through our website or by calling 847-718-7700. To additionally support The Theater Lab, simply add a donation under 'Donation' and click 'Enroll Now'.

Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the way we live, work, and interact with technology. Join us for an insightful class on the role AI plays in today's world and how it will continue to shape our future. We'll explore real-world AI applications, including how it's used in education, entertainment, security, and communication. Discover how AI-powered tools can help seniors stay connected, simplify tasks, and even improve health and safety. But with every innovation come challenges. Tony will also discuss ethics, privacy concerns, and security risks, offering practical tips on how to navigate the digital world safely while embracing AI's benefits. Whether you're curious about AI, looking to understand its impact, or wondering how it can support independent living, this class will demystify AI and empower you to embrace the future with confidence.

Yoga develops a deeper awareness of your inner self and promotes mental, emotional and physical well-being. You’ll be guided through slow, precise poses accompanied by deep breathing to tone, strengthen, stretch and relax the body. Wear comfortable clothing and bring an exercise mat.

Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire – searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world. How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you’ve never felt before – Hell’s Kitchen, a new musical from 16-time Grammy® Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway.Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the power of the piano. Set to the rhythm of the 90s, Hell’s Kitchen is a love story between a mother and daughter. It’s about finding yourself, your purpose, and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin. Hailed as a New York Times Critic’s Pick that is “thrilling from beginning to end – a rare must-see!” Lunch is included before the play at Gordon Ramsay Burger, a take off from his Hell’s Kitchen Restaurant Chain.