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Beginner Bird Walk Main Island
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Embark on an evening adventure through the garden as we search for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. Whether you're a seasoned bird-watcher or just starting out, this guided walk promises a delightful and educational experience. Binoculars are recommended but not required—come and enjoy the natural beauty and diverse birdlife.
Tue. Dec 1st, 3–4:30pm CT
(90 minutes)
Gingerbread House Decorating
Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn See all classes by this school @ 2521 Waukegan Rd, Bannockburn, IL
Gather the family for a festive gingerbread decorating experience filled with holiday cheer. Each child will create their own gingerbread house using freshly made royal icing and plenty of candy decorations, with friendly instructors guiding every step. Enjoy hot chocolate, seasonal fun and a beautifully wrapped creation to take home.
Nov 28th
10–11am CT
$65
13 Seats Left
Nov 28th
11:30am–12:30pm CT
$65
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Nov 29th
10:30–11:30am CT
$65
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Nov 29th
12–1pm CT
$65
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Dec 5th
9–10am CT
$65
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Sat. Nov 28th, 10–11am CT
(1 hour)
2 Hour Private Sewing Lesson
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Strengthen your sewing technique in a private lesson tailored to your goals. Receive individualized instruction, flexible scheduling, and access to professional equipment to advance your skills.
All levels
12 and older
Oct 29th
9am–9pm CT
$125
30 Seats Left
Nov 3rd
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Nov 5th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Nov 10th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Nov 12th
9am–9pm CT
$125
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Thu. Oct 29th, 9am–9pm CT
(12 hours)
1.25 Hour Private Sewing Lesson
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Advance your sewing abilities through personalized one-on-one instruction focused on your specific project or technique goals, supported by expert guidance and professional tools.
All levels
12 and older
Oct 29th
9am–9pm CT
$65
30 Seats Left
Nov 3rd
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 5th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 10th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Nov 12th
9am–9pm CT
$65
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Thu. Oct 29th, 9am–9pm CT
(12 hours)
Water Marbling
Mosaic Art Studio See all classes by this school @ 1240 Iroquois Ave, Naperville, IL
Ebru, the traditional Turkish art of water marbling, creates patterns of breathtaking fluidity and symmetry that have captivated artists for centuries. In this guided workshop, you will learn the foundational techniques of Ebru. Each piece you create is entirely unique, a product of the medium's beautiful unpredictability. No experience is necessary; just come ready to explore and create.
All levels
5 and older
Nov 1st
1–2:30pm CT
$55
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Nov 1st
3:30–5pm CT
$55
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Nov 7th
1–2:30pm CT
$55
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Nov 7th
3:30–5pm CT
$55
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Nov 8th
1–2:30pm CT
$55
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Sun. Nov 1st, 1–2:30pm CT
(90 minutes)
Mosaic Workshop
Mosaic Art Studio See all classes by this school @ 1240 Iroquois Ave, Naperville, IL
Unwind in a relaxed, creative space while exploring a unique hands-on art experience—no experience required. Perfect for beginners and curious minds alike, this workshop offers a refreshing way to connect, express, and create something beautiful together.
All levels
8 and older
Nov 7th
11am–1:30pm CT
$35
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Nov 7th
2:30–5pm CT
$35
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Nov 8th
11am–1:30pm CT
$35
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Nov 8th
2:30–5pm CT
$35
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Nov 21st
11am–1:30pm CT
$35
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Sat. Nov 7th, 11am–1:30pm CT
(2 hours & 30 minutes)
Introduction to Linocut Relief Printmaking
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore the art of relief printmaking in a hands-on, studio-focused environment. Build practical skills through carving, inking, and hand-printing linoleum blocks with guided demonstrations and work time. Develop a strong technical foundation while creating a small edition of your own original prints.
Oct 29th
1–4pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$305
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Thu. Oct 29th, 1–4pm CT
(18 hours over 6 sessions)
Collage and Beyond
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Explore a playful approach to mixed-media art through surreal collage-making and creative experimentation. Create art books, cards, shelf collages and other unique pieces while combining drawing, painting and ink on paper and found objects. This class encourages artistic exploration, experimentation and imaginative play.
Oct 31st
10am–1pm CT
Meets 4 Times
$205
25 Seats Left
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Sat. Oct 31st, 10am–1pm CT
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Illustrator Part 1
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Learn to create professional vector graphics in Adobe Illustrator in this comprehensive foundational course. You'll build skills in drawing and manipulating paths, applying color, working with typography, and preparing finished artwork for both print and web output. A strong starting point for designers and creatives ready to expand their digital toolkit.
Nov 4th
9am–4pm CT
$649
25 Seats Left
Jan 7th
9am–4pm CT
$649
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Wed. Nov 4th, 9am–4pm CT
(7 hours)
Introduction to Screen Printing on Cloth
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Get a strong foundation in textile screen printing, moving through every step from photo-exposed screens to clean squeegee pulls. Experiment with inks and fabrics to develop bold, original designs, then leave with one-of-a-kind pieces ready to wear or remix into new projects.
Nov 11th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 3 Times
$215
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Wed. Nov 11th, 6:30–9:30pm CT
(9 hours over 3 sessions)
Illustrator Part 2
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Push your Adobe Illustrator skills further with advanced path editing, appearance controls, and creative effects. You'll build more complex illustrations, work with colors and swatches, format typography, and prepare files for deployment, strengthening your design toolkit.
Nov 5th
9am–4pm CT
$699
25 Seats Left
Jan 8th
9am–4pm CT
$699
25 Seats Left
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Thu. Nov 5th, 9am–4pm CT
(7 hours)
Mokulito Workshop
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Discover the unique art of mokulito, a printmaking method that blends the expressive textures of woodcut with the tonal depth of lithography. Learn to prepare, process, and print from wood surfaces while exploring your own imagery. Leave with both technical knowledge and a personal edition of prints.
Nov 1st
9:30am–12:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$155
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Sun. Nov 1st, 9:30am–12:30pm CT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
InDesign Part 1
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Learn how to create professional page layouts and designs with InDesign through this comprehensive course by Computer Training Source, Inc. Build the skills to customize documents with color, swatches, and styles, manage page elements, add tables, and prepare documents for deployment. Develop the essential tools and features needed to deliver stunning printed and interactive documents.
Nov 2nd
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$399
25 Seats Left
Dec 16th
9am–4pm CT
$649
25 Seats Left
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Mon. Nov 2nd, 6:30–9:30pm CT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
Outlook Introduction
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Develop a complete set of practical Microsoft Outlook skills in this comprehensive course covering email management, scheduling, and contact organization. Students learn to create and send messages, structure appointments, manage contacts, and use Outlook's powerful calendar tools to work with greater efficiency and organization in any professional setting.
Nov 19th
9am–4pm CT
$449
25 Seats Left
Nov 30th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$449
25 Seats Left
Jan 13th
9am–4pm CT
$449
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Thu. Nov 19th, 9am–4pm CT
(7 hours)
Outlook Intermediate
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Optimize your daily workflow with this advanced Microsoft Outlook course built for experienced users. Learn to customize your environment, manage your calendar with precision, and streamline email communications. Gain the expertise to efficiently track and share tasks, contacts, and other Outlook items across your organization.
Nov 20th
9am–4pm CT
$699
25 Seats Left
Dec 7th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$699
25 Seats Left
Jan 14th
9am–4pm CT
$699
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Fri. Nov 20th, 9am–4pm CT
(7 hours)
Advanced Sewing
Sew Design Studio See all classes by this school @ 2608 Green Bay Rd, Evanston, IL
Step into the joy of sewing with like-minded people in a collaborative, creative setting. Sharpen your skills in reading and following pattern instructions while working independently. Join us at Sew Design Studio and tap into your inner sewing maestro.
Advanced
12 and older
Oct 30th
10am–12:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
5 Seats Left
Oct 30th
2–4:30pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
5 Seats Left
Oct 31st
12:30–3pm CT
Meets 6 Times
$310
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Nov 19th
6–8:30pm CT
Meets 8 Times
$310
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Fri. Oct 30th, 10am–12:30pm CT
(15 hours over 6 sessions)
Macro Photography: The Unseen World
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL
Discover the hidden beauty of the small in this immersive macro photography class. Learn techniques like focus stacking, creative lighting, and close-up composition while capturing subjects such as flowers, water droplets, and insects. Gain hands-on experience in both studio and outdoor settings, plus post-processing in Lightroom, Photoshop, and Helicon.
Nov 10th
9am–12pm CT
Meets 5 Times
$469
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Tue. Nov 10th, 9am–12pm CT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Photoshop Part 2
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Master advanced Photoshop techniques to build stunning montages, colorize images, layer in special effects, and automate tasks. Sharpen your skills with raster and vector images, layer technique, video editing, and project management. Level up your Photoshop game in this comprehensive course.
Oct 29th
9am–4pm CT
$649
25 Seats Left
Jan 5th
9am–4pm CT
$649
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Thu. Oct 29th, 9am–4pm CT
(7 hours)
Illustrator Part 3
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Pick up advanced Illustrator techniques and streamline your workflow with Illustrator Part 3 at Computer Training Source, Inc. The course centers on content management, real-world design approaches, and creative use of effects and graphic styles to elevate your design work and produce strong illustrations.
Nov 6th
9am–4pm CT
$749
25 Seats Left
Jan 11th
9am–4pm CT
$749
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Fri. Nov 6th, 9am–4pm CT
(7 hours)
InDesign Part 2
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 1821 Walden Office Sq, Schaumburg, IL
Expand your knowledge of Adobe InDesign with advanced features and collaboration tools in this comprehensive course from Computer Training Source, Inc. Learn how to prepare documents for multiple formats, manage advanced page layouts, build complex paths, and create dynamic documents. Push your InDesign skills further and lift your professional design abilities.
Nov 9th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
$399
25 Seats Left
Dec 17th
9am–4pm CT
$649
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Mon. Nov 9th, 6:30–9:30pm CT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
