FALL 2014
PROGRAMS
AND
WORKSHOPS
TO MATCH YOUR
INTERESTS
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CONTENTS
2 Antiques and Collectibles
Is your old jewelry junk or treasure?
2
Around the Home
Learn about electrical wiring and plumbing,
how to buy or sell a home, and how to get
organized for the holidays.
2
Art
From painting to photography, or basic to
advanced, let your creativity shine.
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Computers
Stay up-to-date with the latest technology.
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Crafts
From sewing and floral design, to holiday
bows and wreaths, explore your DIY side.
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Cooking and Wine
For every appetite and any skill.
11 Dance and Fitness
Yoga, and more yoga.
11 Film
Romantic comedy, thriller, fantasy, and drama
plus lively discussion with other film buffs.
12 Financial
Free estate planning.
12 Gardening and Life Science
Learn about trees, gardens, and organic foods.
13 Health
Take care of your body and mind.
14 History
From the Civil War to World War II.
15 Know Your Community
Protect yourself and your home.
15 Language
Spanish, Chinese, Arabic or French.
16 Music
It’s not too late to learn to play the piano.
16 Personal Growth
How to make a great first impression.
16 Special Interests
– Weather Closings or Delayed Openings –
Study the stars, learn about coin collecting,
and how to make beer at home.
During severe weather or natural disasters, people may be prevented
from entering campus or off-campus ICC facilities for hours or days.
Notice of a decision to close or delay opening ICC will be communicated as quickly as possible by local radio/television stations, ICC
radio 90.7 WAZU, and postings to the ICC website icc.edu or facebook/
illinoiscentralcollege. Listen to your local radio and television stations for
information about ICC closings or delayed openings.
19 Day Trips
Six great mini-vacations.
22 How to Register and Map
View the North Campus. Additional maps are
available online.
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Antiques and Collectibles
Popular Antique Jewelry
Have you ever inherited a box or two of jewelry and
wondered if it has value? We’ll learn about the history
of jewelry from Queen Victoria’s time to Art Nouveau,
Edwardian, Art Deco and Modern jewelry. We’ll
cover how to distinguish diamonds and pearls from
faux pieces. Each week, you are welcome to bring
one piece to share and discuss.
Cost: $55
Tuesdays, October 7 - 28
9:00 am - 11:00 am
ICC North; Abbie Alexander
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Home Buyer Workshop
Want to buy a home locally but unsure of everything
involved? A local realtor will walk you through the
process of buying a home so you are prepared when
you decide to buy. A financial expert will present on
the various loan and grant programs available. Copies
of The House Hunt: A Guide to Buying Your First
House will be available. This is good information for
first-time home buyers or if you’ve been out of the
market for a while. Presenters are experienced
professionals from the Peoria area.
Cost: Free
Saturday, Sept 6
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Tim Johnson & Stacy Borho Byrd
Around the Home
Electrical Wiring
Learn the basics of electrical wiring as you examine
a variety of electrical systems. We will also explore
repair and improvement options and discuss troubleshooting for existing wiring problems. This is your
chance to ask an expert questions.
Cost: $20
Saturday, October 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Harry McBurney
Get Organized for the Holidays
When your to-do list is a mile long and you don’t
have a plan to get it all done, it’s hard to feel joyful
let alone enjoy the season. In this workshop you will
create a plan loaded with holiday planning forms,
checklists, and best of all, a customized holiday plan
that focuses on what’s most important to you and
your family. You will also learn how to weed out and
simplify your less meaningful holiday tasks, freeingup time to truly enjoy and savor those activities that
make the holidays most special to you.
Cost: $15
Monday, November 3
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Kate Varness
Basic Plumbing
Learn the basics of plumbing as you examine a
variety of plumbing systems. We will also explore
repair and improvement options and discuss
troubleshooting for existing plumbing problems.
This is a chance to ask an expert questions.
Cost: $20
Saturday, November 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Harry McBurney
Home Seller Workshop
The preparation that a seller makes before they list
their home is crucial to their success in selling their
home as smoothly as possible and for top dollar.
This free educational workshop is designed to help
sellers know what they should do before they put
their home on the market and what to expect at each
stage of the selling process. Presenters are experienced real estate professionals from the Peoria area.
Cost: Free
Saturday, September 13
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Tim Johnson
Art
Seasonal Wall Art
Would you like to create seasonal wall art for your
home? We’ll show you how easy it is! We’ll paint
two paintings, which gives you the option to display
them in the current season. No previous drawing or
painting experience is required. Instruction on paint2 ing techniques; use of light; focal point; depth, and
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shading will be covered. You’ll use household paint
as well as craft paint. Check the ACP website for
the supply list.
Cost: $70
Wednesdays, September 17 - October 8
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Barb Unes
Painting Wet-on-Wet
In this class there will be opportunities to paint
landscapes, flowers, and other still-life using acrylic
paints for the “wet-on-wet” technique. Learn how to
use mediums to extend your painting times. Drawing
skills are not required, but helpful. Each week the
instructor will bring a preliminary sketch to use as a
guide and will demonstrate while participants follow
along using a step-by-step painting process.
Participants preferring to draw their own sketch are
encouraged and all skill levels are welcome. Check
the ACP website for the supply list.
Cost: $70
Tuesdays, September 9 - 30
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Jean Gronewold
Zentangle
Zentangle® is an easy-to-learn relaxing and fun way
to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. There is no right or wrong, no right side up, no
erasing. No artistic ability is needed to create interesting beautiful patterns called tangles. Patterns can
be used for fabric detailing, quilting, and gift cards.
The class is taught by
a certified Zentangle®
instructor. Check the
ACP website for the
supply list.
Cost: $70
Thursdays,
Sept. 25 - October 16
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Bonnie Cox
Mixed Media Magic
Have fun discovering how to use mixed media to
create one-of-a-kind paintings. We’ll use acrylic
paints as a base to mix with other materials to
create unique paintings. All skill levels are welcome.
Check the ACP website for the supply list.
Cost: $70
Tuesdays, October 7 - 28
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Jean Gronewold
Glass Demonstration
Learn about the process of glass and how it is
blown. Local glass artist Jeremie Draper will discuss
the fascinating and intricate glassblowing process,
as well as give demonstrations on solid and blown
glass. Seating is available for all participants. We’ll
meet at her studio at the Studios on Sheridan. Check
the ACP website for directions or call 690-6900.
Cost: $20
Thursday, October 9
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
JDraper Studio, 929 N. Sheridan Road; Jeremie Draper
Palette Knife Painting
Are you concerned with your acrylic paintings looking too stiff or tight? Do you like the idea of adding
texture to your paintings? If you are ready for a
change, then this is the class is for you. Join us while
you learn how to use a painting knife to enhance
and enrich your painting style. Some brush work will
also be used along with learning how to incorporate
painting knife techniques. All skill levels are welcome.
Check the ACP website for the supply list.
Cost: $70
Tuesdays, November 11 - December 2
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Jean Gronewold
Painting with Watercolor
Learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting
or add new techniques to your skills. We will study
mixing and applying paint to pictures of birds, flowers,
trees, skies, landscapes, and more. All levels of
experience are welcome. Check the ACP website
for the supply list.
Cost: $70
Saturdays, October 4 - 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Ed Levene
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The Art of Henna
Digital Photography – Intermediate
Learn the history, culture, and science of henna.
There will be demonstrations of preparing henna
paste, choosing and making applicators, application
techniques, and aftercare. Henna starter kits
consisting of powder, bottle and tip applicator, refill
cones, henna mixing recipe, and design sheets will
be available for purchase at the workshop for $7.
Participants will have hands-on practice with creating
designs on paper, on themselves or on each other.
Cost: $25.50
Saturday, October 4
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
ICC North; Poonam Patel
If you have a basic understanding of your camera
and want to learn how to do more and improve your
photographic eye, this workshop is the next step.
Composition and exposure control will be explored
in depth with the “best picture in camera” as the
goal. It’s recommended to have had Digital Photography Basics first. Bring your camera, a charged up
battery, a fresh SC card, and camera manual each
week. Two sessions will be offsite class shoots.
Cost: $100
Wednesdays, October 1 - November 5
(10/8 & 10/22 are offsite)
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Digital Photography for Newbies
OR
If you have a new point-and-shoot camera and want
to get to know it, this workshop is designed specifically for you. We will discuss the very basic features
of the digital camera and how to get the most out of
using the camera in full automatic mode. Topics
covered include: automatic shooting, camera bells
and buttons, flash, the advantages of using scenic
shooting modes, how to upload your pictures to the
computer, emailing a picture, how to use the photo
machine at a store to order prints, uploading photos
to a store over the internet, and composition. Bring
your camera, charged up battery, a fresh SD
memory card, and camera manual each week.
Cost: $100
Tuesdays, September 30 - November 4 (10/21 is offsite)
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Thursdays, November 13, 20, December 4, 11, 18
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday December 6, 8:00 am - 10:00 am
(12/6 & 12/11 are offsite)
ICC North; Ann Conver
Black and White Photography
Explore the wonders of black and white photography.
In this advanced photography topic, you’ll learn to
get the best black and white image in camera.
Camera settings will be discussed; a tripod is a
must. Some of the time will be spent shooting the
urban landscape in black
and white. We’ll meet in
the classroom for the first
and last class.
Cost: $80
Wednesdays,
October 1 - October 22
(10/8 & 10/15 are offsite)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Digital Photography Basics – All Cameras
Whether you are new to digital photography or have
experience, you’ll learn how to get the most out of
your camera (point & shoot or SLR). Composing
images, exposure control, white balance control, and
camera mechanics will keep you discovering what
else your camera can do. Bring your camera (any
brand), a charged up battery, a fresh SD memory
card and camera manual each week. There will be
opportunities to photograph outside the classroom.
Cost: $100
Thursdays, October 2- November 6 (10/16 is offsite)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Manual Mode Photography
Manual mode on your camera is used to more fully
understand how f/stop and shutter speed, manual
focus, and white balance interact to craft the image
without relying on the camera maker’s idea of the
best capture. This knowledge will enable you to use
the semi-automatic modes and features more successfully to achieve the best picture in camera. We’ll
meet in the classroom for the 1st and 4th sessions.
Cost: $80
Wednesdays, October 29 - November 19
(11/5 & 11/12 are offsite)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
OR
Wednesdays, September 10 - October 15
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC South; Craig Stocks
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Photography - Wacky and Wonderful
Designed for the intermediate or advanced photographer, we will use the camera in “out-of-the-box”
applications. Double exposure, smear technique,
and photographing unusual things on the table top
will be our experiments. Bring your tripod to every
class. Students will be invited to bring 3-5 8x10
photographs to each class for discussion.
Cost: $80
Wednesdays, November 19 - December 17 (skip 11/26)
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
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You will use a word processing application to highlight text and use different fonts. Insert clip-art to
enhance a document and master the cut, copy,
paste features. These basic skills are universal for
any operating system. Learn to save your documents
to a desktop folder and to a saving device. We will
use an ICC lab computer with Windows 7. Please
bring a USB flash drive.
Cost: $90
Tuesdays, September 2 - 16
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Individual Photography Study
Choose the topic you want to learn in this one-to-one
session with photography expert Ann Conver. For
two hours you’ll get individual instruction on your
choice of subjects, whether it’s camera workings,
shooting techniques, composition, portfolio review,
or a Photoshop application (bring your own laptop).
Choose a date and time from the list below.
Cost: $70
Thursday, October 9; 1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Monday, November 10; 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Tuesday, December 2; 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Computers
Start Selling on Etsy
New to Etsy? You will learn how to go online to sell
your artwork, crafts, or vintage items at Etsy.com.
Learn how to set up your shop, pick a name, and set
up your account. Pick up tips on photographing your
items, how to write effective item descriptions, and
simple ways to optimize search engine results.
Cost: $30
Tuesday, October 14
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
ICC North; Pamela Klarup
Introduction to
Computers
Let’s start at the beginning with keyboarding
and mouse exercises
and continue with
computer terminology.
Explore the desktop, desktop menu, taskbar, and
program icons. Learn to personalize your computer,
add program and internet shortcuts to the desktop,
and navigate the new Internet Explorer as well as
use InPrivate Browsing for safer Internet surfing.
Tuesdays, October 14 - 28
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Explore Windows 7
Getting around Windows 7 is easy and fun. Learn
how to personalize your computer and apply gadgets
to your desktop. Create program and internet
shortcuts to the desktop. Work in word processing
applications to create and save your documents.
Learn how to use a saving device and how to burn
and save data to a CD. Please bring a USB flash
drive and CD-R discs. You will use an ICC lab
computer with Windows 7 operating system.
Cost: $60
Fridays, October 3 - 10
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Introduction to MS Word 2010
Word 2010 offers many new features along with a
completely redesigned User Interface (Ribbon) and
new Backstage View. You will create and format
documents using paragraph and margin settings;
use special formatting options such as fonts, bullets
and numbering; insert clip-art to enhance your
documents; and work with tables and columns. Learn
how to use a saving a device to save your work.
Please bring a USB flash drive. You will use an ICC
lab computer with Windows 7 operating system.
Cost: $90
Thursdays, October 16 - 30
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Introduction to MS Word 2013
Word 2013 has been redesigned with a new file
menu, new ribbon features, customized quick access
toolbar, and the new save options. Word offers a
variety of editing tools and versatile formatting using
fonts, clip-art, and borders to enhance documents,
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are the subtle animations when typing or selecting
text, images that move freely and snap to paragraph
edges, document margins, and column boundaries.
You will work with special formatting options to create
documents, use the copy and paste features, and
edit your document in print preview and print. Please
bring a USB flash drive for saving. You will use an
ICC lab computer with Windows 7 operating system.
Cost: $90
Tuesdays, November 4 - 18
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ICC North: Debbie Pierantoni
Introduction to MS Excel 2010
Begin with the basics of Excel 2010 new features
with a redesigned new user interface (Ribbon) and
new Backstage View. Learn to create spreadsheets
using step-by-step examples on how to enter data,
and create formulas to carry out basic math operations with functions, formulas, and range. Use
Condition Format to personalize your spreadsheet
and print when completed. Computer and keyboarding skills are required. Please bring a saving device
(USB flash drive). You will use an ICC lab computer
with Windows 7 operating system.
Cost: $90
Mondays, October 6 - 20
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Thursdays, December 4 -18
1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Introduction to MS Excel 2013
The basics of Excel 2013 start with the newly
redesigned file menu, new ribbon features, customized quick access toolbar and the new save
options. Learn how to enter and organize text and
numeric data into a worksheet, work with formulas
and functions using basic steps to perform mathematical calculations, adjust the appearance of a
worksheet by resizing columns and rows, cell
borders and shading, and enhance your worksheet
using charts, sparklines, and conditional formatting.
Once your worksheet is completed you will save,
preview, and print. Computer and keyboarding skills
are required and a USB flash drive for saving. You
will use an ICC lab computer with Windows 7
operating system.
Cost: $90
Thursdays, November 6 - 20
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
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Managing Files, Folders & Saving Devices
Whether it’s saving pictures or saving important
documents, learn to manage and organize your
folders/files by using My Documents and saving to a
USB flash drive or CD. Learn how to create folders/
files, how to cut, copy, paste, drag and drop, rename,
save, and delete. You will learn what a saving device
is, how to save data, and how each saving device
has a different drive location. Please bring a USB
flash drive and two CDs. You will use an ICC lab
computer with Windows 7 operating system.
Cost: $60
Tuesday, September 23 - October 7
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Mondays, December 1 - 15
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Welcome to Windows 8
Windows 8 has introduced a new Metro Interface
beginning with the bold design of the start screen
full of tiles, apps, and charms. Use your Windows 8
laptop in class to browse the Windows 8 store app,
install new apps, delete apps, move and arrange
tiles and display each tile as smaller or larger. Use
search for programs, update tiles and apps and
personalize with PC settings. Learn keyboard shortcuts and connect to the convenience of WIFI to open
tiles, apps, and mail. You must have a Microsoft account to use the store and mail app. Understanding
how these elements appear and are used on the
start screen will help you navigate Windows 8.
Please bring a Windows 8 laptop fully charged
and a mouse for faster mobility.
Cost: $25
Thursday, September 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Monday, November 3
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Tuesday, December 2
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
This class is a continuation of Welcome to Windows
8. The option of the Desktop Tile lets us explorer the
familiar desktop settings and work area for programs
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cuts, create new folders, and personalize settings
on your laptop. Navigate the new Windows 8 ‘File’
Explorer with a new ribbon design full of tools and
options. Create and save documents and pictures
in libraries. The familiar desktop menu and control
panel are hidden. Learn where those important
features are and use the new charms settings for
program location and installing Microsoft updates.
Please bring a Windows 8 laptop fully charged,
mouse for faster mobility, and a USB flash drive.
Cost: $25
Thursday, September 11
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Monday, November 10
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Tuesday, December 9
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Windows 8 Files, Folders & Flash Drives
The new File Explorer in Windows 8 organizes files
and folders we create on a totally new level. This
class will focus only on using File Explorer and
creating files and folders. Create and save documents and images in the File Explorer libraries.
Make folders for data storage in File Explorer, on
the desktop, and to a saving device. The added
bonus in File Explorer is the new ribbon full of tool
options and the customized quick access toolbar.
View double pane windows side by side for easy
transfer of files and folders. Learn to save, organize,
and categorize data on your laptop computer and to
a saving device. Please bring a Windows 8 laptop,
fully charged, mouse for faster mobility, and a
USB flash drive. Computer skills are required for
this class.
Cost: $25
Thursday, September 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Monday, November 17
9:30 am - 11:30 am
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Tuesday, December 16
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
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Windows 8 Tablet
Discover Windows 8 tablet’s flexibility. Enjoy greater
ease and mobility with the power of touch. The start
screen’s live tiles are animated with the latest information of your favorite app. Open the Windows store
tile from your start screen to browse and download
new apps and install new updates for those apps.
Manage your mail account, navigate the Charms
Bar search and settings options, and rediscover the
desktop. You must have a Microsoft account to use
the store and mail app. Bring a Windows 8 tablet fully
charged and a tablet stylus pen for faster mobility.
Cost: $25
Thursday, September 25
9:30 am – 11:30 am
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
OR
Monday, November 24
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
ICC North; Debbie Pierantoni
Unboxing Your iPad
Geared for the truly novice iPad user, this workshop
will take you through the most basic settings, controls,
and setup for key elements such as email and the
app store. If you’ve had trouble finding the user’s
manual for your iPad, this is the place to start.
Cost: $45
Mondays, September 29 & October 6
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Doug Orwig
OR
Thursdays, November 6 & 13
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Doug Orwig
As a follow-up to Unboxing Your iPad, this workshop
is designed to expand your knowledge of many
built-in apps as well as selecting useful apps to do
more than surf and share pictures. We’ll go deeper
into features such as file management, iCloud,
Photostream, calendar, contacts, Facetime, iBooks,
and more. The focus will be getting familiar with the
essential applications on your iPad and exploring
some other “must-have” tools.
Cost: $45
Mondays, October 20 & 27
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Doug Orwig
Unleashing Your iPad
OR
Thursdays, December 4 & 11
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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Buying on eBay
Photoshop Elements - Landscape
Ever wanted to bid at an online auction? This workshop will get you started! Learn how to become a
registered user, basics of bidding and buying online,
and get tips and techniques you can use to get great
online bargains. It is suggested that participants be
registered eBay users.
Cost: $25
Thursday, September 25
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Rick Farmer
We’ll focus exclusively with techniques to perfect
landscape images. Participants must have completed Photoshop Elements I or an equivalent class.
Each class will begin with a demonstration using a
photograph provided by the instructor. During the
second half the participants will work on his/her own
photographs and applying improvement techniques.
The goal is for everyone to produce 6-10, 8”x 10”
finished landscape prints. Please bring 10-30 landscape images (urban or rural) on a jump drive.
Cost: $75
Tuesdays, October 28 - November 18
6:00pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Selling on eBay
Ever wanted to sell at an online auction? Learn how
to put items online and up for bid, how to accept
payments, and the etiquette of selling online.
Participants need to have some experience and
be registered eBay users. It is suggested that you
complete Buying on eBay if you have no eBay
experience.
Cost: $35
Thursday, November 13
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
ICC North; Rick Farmer
Photoshop Elements for Beginners
In this lab workshop designed for the beginner, you’ll
explore and use the tools available in Photoshop
Elements. You’ll work on sample photographs
supplied by the instructor and on your own photographs. You will use a Windows based lab computer.
All participants will need to bring a USB flash drive
for saving photos.
Cost: $100
Mondays, September 29 - November 3
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Photoshop Elements - Portraits
We’ll focus exclusively with techniques to perfect
portraits. Participants must have completed Photoshop Elements for Beginners or an equivalent class.
Each class will begin with a demonstration using a
photograph provided by the instructor. During the
second half the participant will work on his/her own
photographs and applying improvement techniques.
The goal is for everyone to produce 6-10, 8”x10”
finished portraits. Please bring 10-30 group and
individual portraits on a jump drive.
Cost: $75
Tuesdays, September 30 - October 21
6:00pm - 8:00pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Photoshop Elements for Layout and Design
This Photoshop Elements class will deal with techniques for layout and design. Participants must have
completed Photoshop Elements for Beginners or
an equivalent class. Each class will begin with a
demonstration starting with a new blank file and
building a layout using a combination of photographs,
text, and or graphics. During the second half of each
class participants will design a card, calendar, poster,
or announcement, using his/her photographs, graphics, drawings, scans. The goal is to produce 3 or
more layout projects. Please bring 10-30 photographs, scans, designs, graphics and/or templates
on a jump drive.
Cost: $75
Mondays, November 17 - December 15 (skip 11/24)
6:00pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Ann Conver
Crafts
Serger Sewing
Owning and using
a serger sewing
machine brings a
new level of professionalism and quality
to your sewing. A
serger may at first
seem incredibly
daunting, with its
multiple spools and
thread and difficult threading process, not to mention
the little knife attached to it. It finishes seams, rolls
hems for napkins and tablecloths, and does hems
on party dresses. You’ll learn the parts of a serger,
how
to thread and use it, and about different stitches
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and threads to use. Once you master the basics of
serging, you’ll wonder how you ever sewed without
one! Bring your serger if you have one, or one will
be provided. Supplies will be purchased at the
workshop for $25.
Cost: $42
Saturdays, September 6 -20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Jones Sewing; 3410 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria;
Donna Yonker
Floral Design 101 and Beyond
This class will give you a great foundation on the
technical methods of flower arranging as well as
composition, color, and design. Learn tricks of the
trade and tips about how to get into the business,
along with basics like the best time to pick flowers for
cutting and tricks for helping them last longer. Gain
the confidence to create your own flower arrangements for home or gifts or to pursue opportunities
and further education in the floral industry. Blending
hands-on skills and personal instruction with premier
quality fresh flowers and
foliage makes this experience unique. Please bring
a small sharp knife and
a pair of scissors. Cost
of all materials included.
Cost: $115
Tuesdays, September 9 - 23
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
ICC North; Julie Dantone
Advanced Sewing
Participants will need some basic sewing experience
as you learn to make a pair of slacks. The advanced
skills include fitting and how to use a commercial
pattern, inserting a zipper, using interfacing, and
hemming. You’ll need pins, tape measure, gauge,
dressmaker shears, thread, and fabric. Sewing machines are available, or bring your own if it is in good
working condition.
Cost: $65
Saturdays, September 27 - October 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Jones Sewing; 3410 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria;
Sue Buchanan
Bow Creations “The Old World Way”
This is a throwback to the lost art of creating your
own personalized “signature” with ribbon. The
traditions surrounding “bowknots” will be utilized to
re-claim techniques from a long lost past of formalized society. Learn from our expert how to make a
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perfect bow to suit any occasion. Please bring a
pair of scissors. Cost of all materials included.
Cost: $50
Wednesdays October 15 - 22
9:00 am - 11:30 am
ICC South; Julie Dantone
Fall Flower Arranging
Get inspired by the bounty of the season with floral
arrangements in a harvest of rich fall hues. Learn to
make arrangements and centerpieces that are full of
natural elements and earthy finishes. Please bring a
small sharp knife and a pair of scissors. Cost of all
materials included.
Cost: $42
Wednesday, November 5
9:00 am - 11:30 am
ICC South; Julie Dantone
Holiday Wreath Making
Ever wondered how the professionals make those
stunning holiday wreaths? Come and let us show
you how it’s done. Get into the festive spirit and
create something special! We offer a range of
materials so that you can choose your own combination to create a truly unique wreath. Please
bring a pair of scissors and glue gun. Cost of all
materials included.
Cost: $42
Tuesday, December 2
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
ICC North; Julie Dantone
Cooking and Wine
Taste of Fall
Fall is a great time to make the most of the harvest.
We will make a pumpkin puree to use in pumpkin
chili, a minestrone soup chock full of vegetables, a
quinoa salad with apples and cranberries, and a
pear and blue cheese salad with maple spiced
pepitas. Ingredients and recipes could vary due to
availability. Please bring a favorite knife and apron,
and wear close toed shoes and long pants.
Cost: $60
Saturday, September 6
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
ICC North; Kathy Bowald
Italian Night
Italian food doesn’t have to mean store bought pasta
noodles and a jar of red sauce. Learn to channel
your authentic Italian self in this class as we make
9 homemade gnocchi, chicken piccata, garlic toast,
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and even a classic Italian salad with roasted vegetables to accompany. Ingredients and recipes could
vary due to availability. Please bring a favorite knife
and apron, and wear close-toed shoes and long pants.
Cost: $65
Friday, September 19
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
ICC North; Amanda Pyle
pumpkin pie. Ingredients and recipes could vary due
to availability. Please bring a favorite knife and
apron, and wear close-toed shoes and long pants.
Cost: $60
Saturday, November 15
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
ICC North; Kathy Bowald
Guten Tag
Chocolate...what’s not to love? Learn about the
history, processing, and handling of chocolate presented by a Master Sugar Artist in this instructional
class. Learn the differences in chocolate including
traditional, couverture, and coating, and determine
the best use for each type. Taste several different
types of chocolate to help you recognize the differences. The steps in tempering for making confections such as poured ganache and truffles will be
covered. This is not a hands-on workshop.
Cost: $15
Tuesday, December 2
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Barb Evans
Chocolate 101, From Bean to Bonbon
Celebrate Germany and Oktoberfest as we make
Schnitzel, Spatzle, Strudel, and Pretzels. Ingredients
and recipes could vary due to availability. Please
bring a favorite knife and apron, and wear close-toed
shoes and long pants.
Cost: $60
Saturday, October 11
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
ICC North; Amanda Pyle
Stir Fry
When you need a quick dinner, stir frying is a great
option. A hearty main dish stir fry often contains both
vegetables and protein, and it comes together with a
sauce in one pan. In this class we will make Beef
and Broccoli with Oyster Sauce, Shrimp with Snow
Peas and Red Bell Pepper in a Hot and Sour Sauce,
and a Sesame Chicken with Green Beans and
Shiitake Mushrooms. Ingredients and recipes could
vary due to availability. Please bring a favorite knife
and apron, and wear close-toed shoes and long pants.
Cost: $60
Saturday, October 18
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
ICC North; Kathy Bowald
Since 1981 Barbara Evans
has owned and operated the
Wedding Cake Connection in
Peoria, offering custom
designed wedding cakes. She
is a past show director and
board member for the
International Cake Exploration Societe. She earned the
title of Certified Master Sugar Artist and has served as
a Certification Adjudicator. In 2010 she competed on a
TLC’s Ultimate Cake Off team.
Fast and Easy French Food
There’s no better time for decadent cream sauces
than when the cool weather starts. French food
staples are discovered as we learn to prepare
impressive tableside Steak au Poivre, cheesy baked
dauphinoise potatoes, and homemade dessert
crepes. Make the perfect restaurant quality meal so
you can prepare it at home. Ingredients and recipes
could vary due to availability. Bring a favorite knife and
apron, and wear close-toed shoes and long pants.
Cost: $65
Saturday, November 1
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
ICC North; Amanda Pyle
Barb is the owner and designer of the Stable Mabel
Tiered Cake System. She was instrumental in the
product development and design of the Wilton
Gumpaste Flower Kit and tools to accompany the kit.
Barb’s work has been shown in several publications
including: ICES, American Cake Decorating, British
Sugarcraft, Chicago Bride Florist’s Review. She has
taught a variety of classes including fondant, gumpaste
flowers, quilling, stenciling, chocolate, gingerbread,
string work and run sugar. She is also a graduate of ICC.
Holiday Pies
It’s hard to imagine a holiday meal without a pie.
You’ll learn how to make foolproof pie dough, two
types of apple pie, as well as classic pecan pie and
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Holiday Cookie Bake & Exchange
Drop-in Yoga
This hands-on class offers a delicious assortment of
treats without spending several days in the kitchen
and several dollars at the store. Everyone leaves
with a variety of goodies to stash away for holiday
entertaining or gift giving since many of the treats
freeze well. Come bake as a group and take home
a variety of delicious desserts for a fraction of the
effort and cost. Ingredients and recipes could vary
due to availability. Bring
a favorite knife, an apron,
and wear close-toed
shoes and long pants.
Cost: $65
Saturday, December 13
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
ICC North; Amanda Pyle
Drop-in yoga is available for any of the times listed.
To attend, register online or at Hickory Hall 15
minutes prior to class. You’ll be given a receipt
to show the instructor.
Cost: $12
Film
Romantic comedy, thriller,
fantasy and drama are themes
in the upcoming fall films. A
moderated discussion about the
making of the movie, the actors, and
director will follow each film. Registration a week
prior lets us know if we’ll have enough attendance to
show the movie. To register, go online at icc.edu/acp or
call (309) 690-6900.
Send Me No Flowers (1964)
Wines of the Midwest
Who knew that there are many great wines and
varieties of grapes grown right here in the Midwest?
California (and for that matter Oregon and Washington) are not the only places in the United States that
make good wine. Support your local wineries and
encourage them to improve further. We will discuss
and taste some of the great wines produced here in
our own backyard. You must be 21 years or older
to register.
Cost: $40
Tuesday, September 16
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Jay Ricketts & Larry Hendrickson
At one of his many visits to his doctor, hypochondriac George Kimball (Rock Hudson) mistakes a
dying man’s diagnosis for his own and believes he
only has about two more weeks to live. Wanting to
take care of his wife Judy (Doris Day), he doesn’t tell
her and tries to find her a new husband. When he
finally does tell her, she quickly finds out he’s not
dying at all (while he doesn’t) and she believes it’s
just a lame excuse to hide an affair, so she decides
to leave him. (Run time: 100 minutes)
Cost: $5
Friday, September 19
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Todd Nelson
Dance & Fitness
The Changeling (1980)
It was the perfect family vacation for composer John
Russell (George C. Scott) and his family until a freak
automobile accident claims the lives of his wife and
daughter. Consumed by grief, John rents an old turn
of the century house to write music and reflect. He
doesn’t realize that he’s not alone in the house, but
shares it with the spirit of a murdered child who has
homed in on John’s despair and uses him to uncover
decades of silence and deceit. With the help of
Claire Norman (Trish Van Devere), the one who
aided John in procuring the house, they race to find
the answers and soon learn that a devious and very
powerful man guards them. (Run time: 107 minutes)
Cost: $5
Friday, October 17
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Todd Nelson
Yoga
Learn the basics of yoga and develop
strength, flexibility, and balance. Yoga
mats are available, or bring your own.
Cost: $75
Wednesdays, September 10 - October 15
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
ICC North; Jane Coultas
More Yoga
Designed to continue to practice the
many benefits, this class is for those with
experience in yoga. Yoga mats are
available or bring your own.
Cost: $75
Wednesdays, October 29 - December 10 (skip 11/26)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
ICC North; Jane Coultas
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Chances Are (1989)
You will learn: reasons for having a will, what to do
if you change your mind, recent changes in estate
taxes, healthcare and financial power of attorney
and much more. The seminar is free but limited to 40
participants – light refreshments will be served. For
more information go to www.icc.edu/iccfoundation.
Cost: Free
Tuesday, September 23
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North
Louie Jeffries is happily married to Corinne (Cybill
Shepherd). On their first anniversary, Louie is killed
crossing the road. He is reincarnated as Alex Finch
(Robert Downey, Jr.), and twenty years later, fate
brings Alex and Louie’s daughter, Miranda (Mary
Stuart Masterson), together. It’s not until Alex is
invited to Louie’s home that he begins to remember
his former life, wife, and best friend (Ryan O’Neal).
Of course, there’s also the problem that he’s
attracted to Louie’s/his own daughter.
(Run time: 108 minutes)
Cost: $5
Friday, November 14
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Todd Nelson
Gardening and Life Science
Introduction to Tree and Shrub Identification
Enjoy the beautiful fall foliage while learning to
recognize Central Illinois’ native trees and shrubs.
This workshop will begin at the ICC Horticulture Lab, where we will discuss tree
and shrub types, how names can give
you clues about the characteristics
of trees and shrubs, or interesting
tidbits about their use. After
classroom discussion, participants will take a walk through
the ICC nature trails and identify
trees and shrubs that frequently
occur in this area. We will discuss native
and non-native species as well as those
that are excellent landscape selections.
Participants should wear comfortable shoes,
and consider bringing a bottle of water.
Cost: $15
Saturday, October 4
9:00 am - 11:00 am
ICC Horticulture Lab East Peoria Campus; Ella Maxwell
Blast from the Past (1999)
In 1962 an eccentric scientist thought a nuclear war
was possible, so he built a bomb shelter in his basement. During the Cuban missile crisis he and his
pregnant wife go in the bomb shelter, but a plane
crashes into their house which activates the shelter’s
locks (designed not to open for 35 years). She gives
birth to a boy they name Adam (Brendan Fraser).
When the locks finally open, they’re shocked to see
how the world has changed and they decide to stay
inside. However their supplies have run out, so
Adam is sent out to get more, but gets lost and is
helped by Eve (Alicia Silverstone).
(Run time: 112 minutes)
Cost: $5
Friday, December 12
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
ICC North; Todd Nelson
Jack Frost Nipping at Your Garden?
Financial
Is your garden ready for winter? Fall is the time to
give your plants some tender loving care before Old
Man Winter comes along to give them the shivers for
the next six months. Learn simple ways to winterize
your yard and garden as well as practical season
extension techniques for the backyard gardener.
Cost: $15
Tuesday, October 21
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
ICC North; Ella Maxwell
Estate Planning Seminar:
Making Wills Work for You
A vital part of your estate plan is a properly drawn
will. This seminar, brought to you by the ICC
Educational Foundation, will help you prepare the
information you need to work with your attorney in
drafting or updating your will or trust. Greg Mescher
and Tyler Petersen,
attorneys who
specialize in estate
planning, will
address your questions and help you
get it done correctly.
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GMO’s and Organic
Try Meditation
There is a lot of misinformation and confusion about
GMO’s (genetically modified organisms) and organic
food production. Learn the facts about how these
practices affect modern agriculture and your food
supply. Gain knowledge to make informed decisions
about what is “safe” or “not”, and how marketing and
misinformation have shaped views of these production practices.
Cost: $15
Tuesday, December 9
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Pete Fandel
Meditation helps reduce stress, develops productivity
and improves concentration. More importantly, the
emphasis is on finding spiritual fulfillment. It’s simple
and can be practiced at home, at school, or at work.
We will cover the physical, mental, emotional, and
spiritual benefits of meditation. Developing the
meditation technique, difficulties with sitting and
focusing, and stilling the mind will also be included.
A $5 workbook fee will be collected at the first class.
Cost: $42
Wednesdays, October 1 - 22
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Mary Kay Berjohn & Prem Bhatia MD
Health
Sing for the Health of It
If you are shy about singing, this class is
for you. You will learn to improve your
breathing, develop core muscles,
exercise your brain to improve memory
and concentration, linkage of left and right
brain functions, build your stamina, and
have fun! You’ll also meet fun people who
want to join together in song. Remember,
that “Singing is Dignified Screaming!”
Cost: $22.50
Thursday, October 16
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Edith Barnard
Introduction to Reiki
This presentation will provide you with an introduction
to Reiki. You will learn what Reiki is, the holistic
health benefits of Reiki, and when is a good time to
receive a Reiki session. Discover the seven major
chakras of the body and why it is important that they
are balanced for your well-being.
Cost: $15
Tuesdays, September 23
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Geneva Dagit
The Grief Recovery Method® Program –
Moving Beyond Death, Divorce and
Other Losses
Enhance Your Emotions with Essential Oils
Medical science has now proven that smell produces
thought. You will learn about the specific exquisite
essential oil blends that can communicate with your
brain for the purpose of healing your emotions,
releasing negative thought patterns, and helping you
live a more victorious life. Sampling of oils is included.
Cost: $20
Tuesdays, October 21
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Geneva Dagit
Loss is a universal and inevitable experience in our
lives that can produce grief. Grief is a normal and
natural reaction to significant emotional loss of any
kind: death, divorce, moving, career change, financial
loss, loss of physical health/functioning, loss of
safety, etc. In our society, grief is often misunderstood and mishandled. Learn to distinguish between
the myths and the healthy truth. Learn how to work
toward recovery in a safe and supportive environment. This 8-week class will provide necessary
tools; partnership and guidance to help people take
the correct action choices that will help them move
beyond the pain caused by loss and to help loved
ones who may also be grieving. Handbooks and all
materials included.
Cost: $95
Tuesdays, September 30 - November 18
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
ICC North; Wisnu Meier
ACP is Now at ICC South!
Three classes will be offered this fall at
ICC South in Pekin.
Riverway Business Park, 225 Hanna Drive
Digital Photography Basics – All Cameras
Bow Creations “The Old World Way”
Fall Flower Arranging
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Essential Oils for the Holidays
Discover how to relieve stress and embrace the
spirit of the holidays. Learn about the valued ancient
oils of frankincense, myrrh, and hyssop – how they
were used then and how they are used now. Find
ways to fill your home with the welcoming aromas
traditionally associated with the season. Essential
oils also make great gifts for health and well-being.
Sampling of oils is included.
Cost: $20
Tuesdays, December 9
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Geneva Dagit
History
The movie The Monuments Men brought attention
to one lesser-known facet of World War II: the efforts
to rescue Europe’s great artistic masterpieces from
the hands of the Nazis. This presentation will explore
the struggles, setbacks, successes, and significance
of a group of artists, art historians, museum curators,
and ordinary soldiers as they joined the front lines to
recover stolen art treasures. We will examine artists
and artworks that were considered either “prized
possessions” or “degenerate art” for Hitler and his
commanding officers, many of which were almost
destroyed either by war’s devastation or Hitler’s devious intentions. Our discussion will not only highlight
the important role the Monuments Men played in
preserving European cultural heritage, but will also
address how art helps define cultural identity, and
why this is still a concern in the twenty-first century.
Cost: $15
Thursday, October 2
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Megan Foster-Campbell
The Monuments Men
The American Civil War and
its Meanings: 1845-1865
This 4-week course discusses the causes, challenges,
and outcomes of the American Civil War, from 1845
to the surrender at Appomattox. Participants will
analyze the various meanings of the Civil War
as viewed by the people on both sides – North and
South. These topics will be reviewed from many
perspectives, such as legal, moral, social, sectional,
and national.
Cost: $70
Mondays, October 20 - November 10
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
ICC North; Christina Lea Smith
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Christina Smith
is one of our newest
instructors added to
the ACP lineup.
Christina teaches
history and specializes in Abraham Lincoln and the
Civil War. She just finished her masters in history and
will be pursuing her PhD later this year. Yearly trips to
Gettysburg and speaking at numerous engagements
keeps Christina busy. In September she will be presenting at the Conference on Illinois History in Springfield.
Christina is a member of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, the Abraham Lincoln Association, and
the Society of Civil War Historians.
A fun fact about Christina is that she retiled her period
home entryway with 14,000 pennies – Lincoln pennies!
The Atrocities of the
American Civil War
This course discusses the
four years of the American
Civil War that gave rise to
genuine crimes off the
battlefield. Crime ran
rampant on both sides
of the Mason-Dixon line.
From criminal cases, counterfeiting, plunder, pillage
and murder, the war created vast opportunities for
heinous behavior against personal enemies. We will
examine in detail these atrocities of war and their
consequences.
Cost: $17.50
Wednesday, November 12
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
ICC North; Christina Lea Smith
Peoria State Hospital
The Peoria State Hospital in Bartonville existed from
1902 through 1973. Its impact on the neighboring
community was immense. It helped dispel ideas of
a demon driven disease to a universally prevalent
one capable of “infecting” anyone. Humane treatment was encapsulated by a scientific coating, and
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prejudice and avoidance were largely overcome. The
hospital was an instrument of social change and an
institution where brave people resided both as staff
and patients. The presentation covers the history,
treatments, myths, and the men and women who
called it home.
Cost: $15
Tuesday, October 21
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Gary Lisman
Sustainability for the Entire Community
Peoria County is becoming a leader in sustainability,
to the benefit of all residents and visitors in our region.
The County’s Recycling Educator will describe local
government efforts to conserve resources and preserve our environment for future generations. Participants in this workshop will learn specific actions they
can do at home and work to improve economic, environmental, and social sustainability. Join our STAR
Community today so others can enjoy it tomorrow!
Cost: Free
Thursday November 20
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
ICC North; County Presenter
Know Your Community
It Can Happen To You
After last November’s
tornadoes, we now know
that disaster can happen
to us. How we fare after a
house fire, flash flood,
tornado, or any other type
of disaster depends on
how well we’re prepared
beforehand. Emergency
management experts will discuss preparedness
steps, explain how to identify points of contact and
create an emergency plan, and describe how to
build an emergency supply kit for your home and
auto. September is Emergency Preparedness
Month; join us this month and become better
prepared before the next disaster strikes.
Cost: Free
Thursday, September 18
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
ICC North;
County Presenter
Language
Habla Usted Español I?
If you don’t speak Spanish, but would like to learn
or brush up your skills for fun or travel, this multifaceted, interactive workshop is for you! The focus
will be on conversational language skills to learn
practical phrases and sentences to communicate
with Spanish speakers. You will also learn about
Latin American Culture. Audiovisual and printed
materials will be used during class, and individual
practice and class participation is encouraged.
Cost: $75
Thursdays August 28 - October 2
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Roberto Ortega
Chinese Language
Learn about Chinese language and culture from a
visiting scholar from Xiamen China, Shufang Lui.
Participants will learn Chinese phonetics, frequently
used characters, situational dialogue, and Chinese
cultural characteristics.
Cost: $75
Tuesdays, September 16 - October 21
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Shufang Lui
Protect Yourself
Learn how to protect yourself if attacked. Peoria
County Sheriff’s personnel will describe and
demonstrate self-defense techniques
that may save your life. Participants
will have an opportunity to
practice self-defense
techniques in a controlled
environment.
Cost: Free
Thursday, October 16
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
ICC North; County Presenter
Arabic Language
Introductory Arabic language will focus on basic
interactive and interpretive skills. Taught by a visiting
scholar from Morocco, Mohammed Kasmi, this
workshop revolves around social and cultural clues
in the Arab world.
Cost: $75
Saturdays, October 4 - November 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Mohammed Kasmi
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In this continuation of Habla Usted Español I, we will
stress narrative aspects of conversation and expand
the basic conversational vocabulary appropriate for
travelers. You will have the tools to communicate
clearly and effectively. Audiovisual and printed materials will be used during class, and individual practice
and class participation is encouraged.
Cost: $75
Thursdays, October 16 - November 20
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Roberto Ortega
Habla Usted Español II?
Personal Growth
How to Work a Room –
Schmoozing for Success
“Making conversation” and “working a room” are
learned arts which anyone can master for continued
career and personal advancement. Increase your
comfort level in any situation by learning to: enter
making a great first impression, enjoy functions
whether you want to or not, deal with faux pas,
negotiate a tough room, and escape gracefully.
Cost: $22.50
Thursday, October 23
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
ICC North; Edith Barnard
Parlez-vous Français?
Have you thought about learning French, or want to
refresh your French-speaking skills? We’ll focus on
practical, conversational, and travel French, and use
dialogues to practice vocabulary. Essential grammar
basics will be discussed, with the focus on dialogues
and practical phrases. Paris travel tips will be discussed, and printed materials will be provided. The
book French for Dummies would offer beneficial
practice outside of class, but is not mandatory to
purchase. We will spend one session learning
about and using free, on-line resources for foreign
language acquisition.
Cost: $75
Tuesdays, October 7 - November 18 (skip 11/11)
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Rebecca Coovert
Special Interests
The Night Sky
This workshop is designed
to familiarize you with the
movement and location of
the moon, planets, and constellations. The class will
include the use of star charts,
software, and equipment to
locate and observe objects in
the night sky. A discussion of
the types of telescopes and
their use will be included. The class will be held at
the Decker-Grebner-Van Zandt Observatory by
Jubilee State Park. Equipment will be available to
make observations, weather permitting. Class will
run rain or shine. Find a map of the observatory at
http://www.astronomical.org/observatories.html.
Cost: $40
Friday, September 19
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Decker-Grebner-Van Zandt Observatory; Bob Pauer
Music
Piano for Adults
Have you always wanted
to learn to play the piano?
Here’s your chance to
bring music to your life
by tickling the ivories.
You will learn how to
play songs with simple
melodies and chords,
read music notation, and
learn keyboard skills to
keep your fingers agile. You’ll experience playing on
your own piano with others in a piano lab in the
Academic Building on the East Peoria Campus. A
songbook is included in the price. Headphones will
be provided for use in class.
Cost: $85
Saturdays, September 20 - October 25
10:15 am - 11:45 am
East Peoria Campus; Robin Gathers
Introduction to Home Brewing
Learn about the art of crafting and brewing ales and
lagers at home. Participants will be introduced to the
equipment, ingredients, and the methods used in
small-scale brewing of both extract and all-grain
beers. Participants will also learn the basics of
designing recipes which includes analysis of the
many beer styles which anyone can brew.
Cost: $15
Thursday, September 25
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Corey Burns
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Advanced Home Brewing:
Brewing All-Grain and Lagers
Genealogy – How Vital Are Vital Records?
Learn about the various records available, how to
find them and what to look for when you have the
records. Not everything is online. Learn how to
research for what is available offline.
Cost: $25
Saturday, October 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Nancy Blackwell
Learn about advanced brewing techniques which
you can do in the comfort of your kitchen or back
patio. Participants will learn about malted grains,
mash chemistry, mash schedules, lautering, and
sparging techniques used in the home brewery.
Advanced equipment and recipe design principles
will be discussed. Participants will also be introduced
to the terminology and criterion used in beer judging.
Cost: $15
Thursday, October 23
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Corey Burns
Genealogy – Getting More out of the Census
Find your family through the census records. Learn
how to search the census and what the census can
tell you. Find out what census records are available
and where to find them.
Cost: $25
Saturday, September 27
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Nancy Blackwell
Writing From the Heart - Leaving a Legacy
Think only famous people have a legacy worth
writing? Think again. Everyone has a story to tell –
a legacy. In fact we are writing our legacy every day.
Everything we do, believe and value becomes our
legacy. The story of our life is unique and extraordinary in its own way. With a little encouragement and
guidance, you can put it down on paper. Whether
you are into writing a mini-memoir or a legacy letter,
this 4 week workshop will provide a simple, step-bystep instruction on how to complete your legacy.
Cost: $65
Saturdays, October 18 – November 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ICC North; Wisnu Meier
Illinois Concealed Carry Training
Illinois Concealed Carry Training will qualify you for
an Illinois concealed carry permit. The required
16-hour firearms training includes range qualification
and will cover:
• Firearm safety
• Basic principles of marksmanship
• Care, cleaning, loading, and unloading of a
concealable firearm
• State and Federal laws relating to the ownership,
storage, carry, and transport of a firearm
• Weapon handling and qualification
Coin & Currency Collecting
Learn about the world of US coin and currency
collecting. Discussions will be led by a longtime
collector and will include types of collecting, acquiring
coins on a budget, and where to find items worth
the effort.
Cost: $20
Thursday, October 23
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
ICC North; Rick Farmer
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To be eligible for the class, you must have a valid Illinois FOID card. The Illinois State Police will accept
up to 8 hours of in-person training completed toward
the 16-hour training requirement for Military with
active duty papers or for veterans with a DD 214
(military discharge form). For a complete list of
acceptable training courses, go to their website at
ccl4illinois.com>Frequently Asked Questions>Training.
Cost: 16-Hour $215;
Cost: 18-Hour $125
Saturday & Sunday; 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
September 20 & 21 OR October 25 & 26 OR November 15 & 16
ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE
FALL 2014
One Book, One College Author Talk
with Ernest Cline
Taste of
Learning
Ernest Cline, New York Times bestselling author
of Ready Player One, will give an author talk via
Skype at the ICC Performing
Arts Center in East Peoria,
November 1, at 2 pm. Mr. Cline
will also entertain questions
from the audience. Ready
Player One is the inaugural
selection for One Book, One
College, a year-long, interdisciplinary program engaging the
ICC community through the
reading and discussion of a
shared book. Learn more about
the program and this year’s selection
at http://libguides.icc.edu/onebook
Cost: Free
Saturday, November 1
2:00 pm
ICC Performing Arts Center;
East Peoria Campus
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Join us for a fall preview of
Adult Community Programs.
We’ll present an overview
of upcoming fall programs,
day trips, and workshops.
Then, explore your curious side
by trying a couple of FREE
mini-workshops throughout the day.
More details to come on the
ACP website at icc.edu/acp.
Saving Western Art from Hitler:
Behind the “Monuments Men”
Giving Thanks to the
Writers Who Move Us
Megan Ames and Paul Resnick
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
ICC North Cedar 134 • 7:00 pm
The Monuments Men film and book shine a light on
many questions about how we value art: Who really
owns art? What value do cultures place
on art and what lengths will they go to
save it? Join us for a lively discussion
of history, art, and the people who
risked their lives to save these
precious treasures.
Dr. Sarah Parlier
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
ICC North Cedar 134 • 7:00 pm
Let's share our love of great writing! As we think
about all that we're thankful for, this Between The
Lines event asks us to give thanks
to the writers who move us. This
participatory, reader-centered event
encourages us to share a reading
from a favorite book and how the
reading has impacted us.
Secret History: H.P. Lovecraft
and the Making of Modern Terror
Ready Player One: ICC’s One Book,
One College 2014-2015 novel choice
Andrew Bonvicini and Fallon Allison
Monday, October 6, 2014
East Peoria Campus 212C/D • 2:30 pm
The influence of pulp writer H.P. Lovecraft cannot be
understated: it can be felt in fiction, film, and comics,
and from science fiction to horror to fantasy. In this
presentation, we'll explore his stories, his influence,
and "the Lovecraft Circle" – a unique and peculiar
literary phenomenon.
Jen Hopp
Monday, December 1, 2014
East Peoria Campus 212C/D • 2:30 pm
The College has already hosted many fun events
centered around this novel. At this Between the
Lines, though, you’ll have a chance to examine the
novel as a piece of fiction.
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ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE
FALL 2014
Day Trips
New Glarus, Wisconsin – America’s Little
Switzerland & the William Tell Festival
Wine and Cheese – A Farm Adventure
Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery, outside of
Champaign, Illinois, offers guided, educational tours
of their multi-faceted farm and creamery. Join us on
a tour that will allow you to enjoy the farm on a more
personal level. Meet the goats, walk through the
orchard and garden, and taste some of their
farmstead products. We will follow the tour with a
farm-to-table lunch provided outdoors (weather
permitting). Cheese and gelato are a great way to
wrap up lunch and the tour. Bring a soft-sided, leak
proof cooler to take some home with you. After lunch
we will travel on to Sleepy Creek Vineyards. There
we will visit the winery and vineyards. Relax and
enjoy a complimentary wine tasting and souvenir
glass. Trip includes bus transportation on the ICC
CougarBus, tour and entrance fees, lunch, tips, and
tax. Moderate walking on uneven ground is involved.
Cost: $76
Tuesday, September 23
8:30 am - 6:00 pm
Bus leaves from ICC North,
Hickory Hall
More than 160 years after it was founded, New
Glarus has maintained much of its Swiss heritage.
Swiss-style chalets and flower boxes filled with red
geraniums grace the streets of the village. Old World
meat markets, restaurants, and a Swiss bakery, are
also found in downtown New Glarus, along with folk
art, museums, and Swiss-style shops. During our
visit to New Glarus
we will be touring the
New Glarus Brewery,
the Swiss Center of
America, and the
Swiss Historical Village. In the afternoon
we will head to the
William Tell Festival.
There will be a bit of
free time to explore the many wonderful shops that
New Glarus has. Before returning to Peoria, we will
enjoy an all-you-can-eat Swiss buffet with live music.
Trip includes transportation on the ICC CougarBus,
tour and entrance fees, lunch, buffet dinner, tips, and
tax. Alcoholic beverages are not included.
Moderate walking is involved. There are no restrooms on the bus, but frequent stops will be made.
Cost: $135
Saturday, August 30
6:30 am - 9:30 pm
Bus leaves from ICC North, Hickory Hall;
Christine Strelecky
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ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE
FALL 2014
Day Trips
Starved Rock Fall Color
Tour and Canal Boat Ride
Seasons of Fall – A Progressive Dinner
Nothing compares with the rich tradition of
gathering together at harvest time and celebrating the abundant joys of the season. Embark
with us on a unique fall harvest dining experience.
This unforgettable and delicious dining event
features the best seasonal ingredients of fall
prepared by Chef Vince and his team. Your fourcourse gourmet tour will include an array of
delicious appetizers, a delectable entrée, and a
rich, mouthwatering dessert. At each stop, you’ll
taste dishes that have been specially chosen to
demonstrate autumn’s bounty and Chef Vince’s
unique style, all beautifully paired with wine or
cocktails. Non-alcoholic beverages are provided.
The tour, guided by Chef Vince (former executive
chef at Wrigley Field), offers a fun and exciting
way to experience different restaurants in Peoria
and interact with others. Our evening begins at
Salt in Peoria Heights. Transportation to the
other restaurants will be on our ICC CougarBus.
The full menu is provided on the registration
website.
Cost: $77
Thursday, October 16
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Salt; 4542 N Prospect Rd, Peoria Heights
Enjoy Starved Rock during the most beautiful time of
the year. Relax on the Starved Rock Trolley while we
tour the park in its fall splendor. Afterward we will
take a guided scenic hike to Council Overhang and
Ottawa Canyon. A hot lunch will be provided in their
rustic dining room at Starved Rock Lodge. Then
board the trolley for a ride through historic downtown
Utica and a stop at Cattails, where you can shop.
Your trolley will then take you on a relaxing ride to
LaSalle where you will board the canal boat. Step
back into time with period-dressed interpreters on
this 1-hour, mule-pulled canal boat ride. There is
moderate walking and a short hike involved on this
tour. Trip includes bus transportation on the ICC
CougarBus, tour and entrance fees, lunch, tips,
and tax. Seating is limited due to the trolley size.
Cost: $78
Tuesday, October 21
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Bus leaves from ICC North; Hickory Hall
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FALL 2014
MORE
Day Trips
Chicago Ethnic Grocery Store Tour
An Evening of Holiday Illuminations
What is the next best thing to visiting markets in
foreign countries? A tour of Chicago’s ethnic
grocery stores. There are grocery stores for African,
Caribbean, Vietnamese, Thai, Greek, Mexican, Latin
American, Indian, Italian, Middle Eastern, Korean,
Russian, European (and more) products. Chicago is
a city of ethnic neighborhoods and the people place
great emphasis on maintaining the food patterns of
their culture of origin. On this tour we will visit four of
these neighborhoods. Our guide will answer all of
your questions about all of the exotic ingredients.
Not only will she tell you how it is prepared but also
its discovery, cultural history and any unique properties. Be sure to bring an appetite, along with some
extra change, because you will be sampling and
tasting lots of things. Many people stock up on
ethnic grocery supplies and/or plan to do some of
their holiday gift shopping on the tour. For lunch we
will stop at Reza’s – a Persian restaurant that has a
wonderful buffet with numerous vegetable and meat
dishes to choose from. Considerable walking will be
involved. Trip includes bus transportation on the ICC
CougarBus, tour fees, and buffet lunch.
Cost: $90
Thursday, November 6
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
Bus leaves from ICC North; Hickory Hall
Start your holiday festivities with us as we
celebrate the season by candlelight. Our journey
begins with a lovely candlelit four-course gourmet
dinner with wine pairings. So that we can truly
indulge ourselves, Salt in Peoria Heights will
open their doors exclusively to us for the night.
Following dinner we will visit Luthy Botanical
Gardens for their annual poinsettia and candlelight walk. On our trip we will be accompanied
by a professional horticulturist who works at the
gardens and teaches for ICC. She will discuss
the different holiday plants as well as the history
and workings of Luthy Botanical Gardens. To
continue the holiday mood we will finish the
night by driving down Grandview Drive while
listening to holiday favorites. Trip includes bus
transportation on the ICC CougarBus, tour and
entrance fees, dinner, tips, and tax.
Some walking is involved.
Cost: $118
Friday, December 12
5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Bus leaves from
ICC North;
Hickory Hall
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ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE
FALL 2014
IT’S EASY TO REGISTER
• ONLINE icc.edu/acp
• CALL (309) 690-6900
• IN PERSON at HICKORY HALL, ICC NORTH
Look for your email confirmation with workshop/program information and a map.
If you don’t have email, a confirmation will be mailed to you.
Note: In the event a participant has to reschedule or cancel, the participant must notify
Adult Community Programs (309) 690-6900 at least five business days in advance of the
workshop/trip to receive a refund. You may substitute another person in your place at
no charge. Unless otherwise stated, all programs are designed for adults 18 and older.
Questions: Call (309) 690-6900
ICC North – Hickory Hall
PARKING
IS FREE
Hickory Hall is your home base on the Illinois Central
College North Campus for the majority of Adult
Community Programs. You will find close, convenient
parking; modern, well-lit classrooms; and comfortable
lounges to gather with fellow participants for coffee.
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FALL 2014
PROGRAMS
AND
WORKSHOPS
TO MATCH YOUR
INTERESTS
icc/edu/acp
309/690-6900
Hickory Hall
5407 N. University Street
Peoria, Illinois 61635