District 214 Community Education

This course offers more conversational practice for students who have completed the equivalent of beginning and intermediate Spanish. Everyday vocabulary is emphasized through many types of practice.

Mahjong is a Chinese tile game of luck, skill, and strategy that is gaining popularity in the US. Do you know the game but need a place to play? Come on your own, or bring your friends and play American Mah-Jongg! All levels are welcome. Seasoned players should plan to come ready to play with the new National Mahjongg League card. Let's win some of the brand new 2025 hands! *Beginners will be provided with primer cards to play and will transition to the NMJL cards.

Good physical health, mental well-being, and personal safety are of the utmost importance. A wonderful way to achieve all three is through the Korean self-defense system known as “Hapkido.” This ancient martial art utilizes a wide variety of tactics to help ensure one’s safety and to avoid conflicts and violence, including joint locks, pressure point techniques, strikes, kicks, “ki” energy breathing, and traditional weapons. Hapkido is therefore suitable for everyone of all fitness levels, be they young or young at heart, and is a lot of fun as well. No equipment or previous martial arts experience is required.

The guitar is one of the most versatile and popular instruments around, and our beginning guitar class is the perfect way to get started! In this introduction to guitar playing, we will cover basic chord shapes, strumming patterns and simple lead lines, and apply what we’ve learned to popular and well-known songs. No prior experience is necessary, students must provide their own guitars.

The ukulele is quickly becoming one of the most popular string instruments. Join our beginner class and learn all the basics you need to start your musical journey! In this class, we will cover basic chords, strumming patterns, and simple lead lines, as well as learn how to read tablature while applying these skills to learning popular and well-known songs. No prior experience required, students must provide their own ukulele.

Chair Yoga is for those who would like to access the benefits of yoga without having to sit, kneel or lie on the floor. This class is done seated in a chair and standing by a chair that can be used for support. Participants may also choose to remain seated for the entire class. We will practice gentle, fluid movements to promote circulation, alignment, flexibility, balance, overall strength and deeper, smoother breathing. Mental effects include mind-body awareness, improved concentration and a sense of well-being. Use of light weights is optional.

If you want to learn how to fly RC airplanes, or if you are a seasoned veteran and want to hone your skills during the winter months this is a class for you. Our “classroom” is the field house where we fly small to medium sized, electric RC planes in any weather. Most of our students are “repeat attenders” and have become good friends who enjoy sharing their knowledge with newcomers. So, if you are just starting out and need some help, or if you are looking for a comfortable place to fly during the winter, join us for fun and fellowship.

Aphids eating your cucumbers? Squirrels stealing your corn? Rabbits munching on your lettuce? Can they be stopped? Yes they can. Learn strategies and tactics to stop these invaders from destroying your garden and stealing the fruits and vegetables you worked so hard to grow.

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.

Tired of renting? This class offers assistance and insights into the process of home ownership. Learn all you need to know about buying your first home: getting familiar with contracts, closing costs, inspections, down payments, appraisals, interest rates and negotiations. Get familiar with Down Payment Assistance Programs and how to qualify.

Herbs are wonderful plants that add color to our gardens, flavor and nutrients to our food, and health to our bodies. In this class you will learn how to plant, cultivate and use these lovely, delicious and great-smelling plants.

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.

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 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.

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.

This class studies the styles such as the traditional method of landscape moribana, Hana-Mai, Hana-Kanade, free expression prescribed in the Ohara curriculum for the instructors and masters. This is a hands-on class where the participants are responsible for purchasing their own flowers and materials. A list of required materials will be provided prior to each class.

This class builds on the fundamentals studied in the Introduction to Ohara Ikebana. In this class, advanced styles such as Hana-Isho and Moribana will be covered. This is a hands-on class where students learn the techniques and philosophies of Ohara Ikebana. Since this is an at-home class, participants are responsible for purchasing their own flowers and materials. A list of required materials will be provided a few days prior to the class.