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🥗 Healthy Meals Start with a Plan!Ever find yourself staring into the refrigerator wondering, "What's for dinner?" You'r...
10/14/2026

🥗 Healthy Meals Start with a Plan!

Ever find yourself staring into the refrigerator wondering, "What's for dinner?" You're not alone!

A little planning can make a big difference when it comes to healthy eating, saving money, and reducing stress. That's why Lake Land College Community Learning is offering Healthy Meals Start with a Plan, a practical class designed to help you create simple, realistic meal plans that work for your lifestyle.

In this interactive session, you'll learn how to: ✅ Plan balanced, nutritious meals
✅ Save time during busy weeks
✅ Reduce food waste
✅ Stretch your grocery budget
✅ Make healthier choices for yourself and your family

Whether you're cooking for one, feeding a family, or simply trying to develop healthier habits, meal planning can help you feel more organized, less stressed, and more confident in the kitchen.

📅 Saturday, November 7
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 Lake Land College Workforce Development Center, Room 102
💲 Only $15

Invest just 90 minutes and walk away with practical tips you can use every week!

Register today:
https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17851252&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=

✍️ Write Right! Build the Writing Skills You Use Every DayDo you ever struggle to put your thoughts into words? Whether ...
10/14/2026

✍️ Write Right! Build the Writing Skills You Use Every Day

Do you ever struggle to put your thoughts into words? Whether you're writing emails, reports, resumes, social media content, school assignments, or professional documents, strong writing skills can help you communicate more clearly and confidently.

To make this class more accessible, we've moved Write Right! to an evening schedule, making it easier to fit personal and professional development into your busy life.

In this hands-on class, you'll learn how to: ✅ Organize your ideas effectively
✅ Create clear and effective outlines
✅ Develop stronger first drafts
✅ Improve clarity and impact in your writing
✅ Revise and edit with confidence
✅ Polish your work for a professional finish

Strong writing skills can help you succeed in the workplace, excel in education, and communicate more effectively in everyday life. Whether you're looking to improve your business writing, strengthen your academic work, or simply become a more confident writer, this class offers practical tools you can start using immediately.

📅 Mondays, November 9 - December 14
⏰ 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College Workforce Development Center, Room 102
💲 $55

Great writing isn't just a talent. It's a skill that can be learned and improved.

Register today: https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17454152&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=

🎤 Do you avoid speaking up in meetings? Get nervous during presentations? Wish you felt more confident communicating wit...
10/14/2026

🎤 Do you avoid speaking up in meetings? Get nervous during presentations? Wish you felt more confident communicating with others?

Good communication skills can make a difference in nearly every aspect of life, from job interviews and workplace presentations to community involvement and everyday conversations.

To make this class accessible to more people, we've moved Public Speaking Confidence to an evening schedule so you don't have to choose between work and professional development.

In this interactive class, you'll learn how to: ✅ Manage speaking anxiety and nervousness
✅ Deliver presentations with confidence
✅ Improve workplace communication skills
✅ Think on your feet during impromptu speaking situations
✅ Become a stronger, more effective communicator

Whether you're looking to advance your career, lead with confidence, or simply feel more comfortable speaking in front of others, this class will give you practical skills you can start using right away.

📅 Tuesdays, November 10 - December 15
⏰ 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College Workforce Development Center
💲 $55

Invest in yourself and discover the confidence that comes from being able to clearly communicate your ideas.

Register today: https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17453415&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=

🤖🧱 LEGOS! @ The Innovation Center – K-12 STEM Educators! 🧱🤖Calling all K-12 STEM educators! Join us on Tuesday, November...
10/14/2026

🤖🧱 LEGOS! @ The Innovation Center – K-12 STEM Educators! 🧱🤖

Calling all K-12 STEM educators! Join us on Tuesday, November 3rd, for “Building Blocks for the Classroom” at Lake Land College’s Effingham Technology Center! 🎉

Discover how LEGO bricks and coding can work together to help students explore innovation, technology, and problem-solving—one brick at a time! 🧩💡

✨ Here’s what participants will receive:
🧱 A LEGO STEM kit valued at $90
📚 5 Professional Development Hours (PDUs)
💵 A $75 stipend*

👩‍🏫 Learn from experienced educators Julie Flack and Tiffany Gibson as they share ways to bring hands-on STEM learning into your classroom!

📅 Date: Tuesday, November 3rd
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Location: Effingham Technology Center, 1201 Althoff Drive, Effingham, IL

📲 Register today! Visit https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=12255043&selectedProgramAreaId=1018472&selectedProgramStreamId= or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Don't miss this opportunity to bring some creativity, coding, and hands-on fun into your classroom! 🚀

*A completed W-9 is required to receive the stipend.

✨📿 Paper to Pretty: Beaded Jewelry 📿✨Looking for a fun, creative way to spend an evening? Join Lake Land College Communi...
10/09/2026

✨📿 Paper to Pretty: Beaded Jewelry 📿✨

Looking for a fun, creative way to spend an evening? Join Lake Land College Community Learning for our beginner-friendly Paper to Pretty: Beaded Jewelry workshop! 🎨💖

Did you know you can turn colorful paper, magazines, and scrapbook paper into beautiful handmade beads? Come discover how to transform everyday materials into unique jewelry and accessories!

🌟 In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to:
📿 Create your own handmade paper beads
💎 Incorporate your beads into bracelets, necklaces, and earrings
🎁 Make creative accessories and personalized gifts

No crafting experience is necessary, and all materials are included! Just bring your creativity and get ready to have some fun! 🥰

📅 Dates: October 28 & November 4
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Lake Land College, Workforce Development Center, Room 102
💲 Cost: $50

Whether you're looking to try a new hobby, explore your creative side, or make something special to share with others, this class is for you!

📩 Questions? Contact Shelly Martin at [email protected] or call 217-234-5087.

Register at: https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17760350&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=

✨ Turn ordinary paper into extraordinary creations! We hope to see you there!

🚀 Dream It! Plan It! Launch It! 💡Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business or becoming your own boss? Now is t...
10/09/2026

🚀 Dream It! Plan It! Launch It! 💡

Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business or becoming your own boss? Now is the perfect time to turn that idea into a plan! 🌟

Join Lake Land College Community Learning for our How to Start Your Own Business class! Whether you have a business idea, want to start a side hustle, or are simply curious about entrepreneurship, this course will help you take the first steps toward making your dream a reality.

📚 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Develop and evaluate a business idea
✅ Identify your customers and target market
✅ Research the market and competition
✅ Create a basic business plan
✅ Understand startup and operating costs
✅ Learn the steps to get your business off the ground

🎉 Bonus! Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their business at a Business Expo on January 9!

📅 Dates: October 26 – December 14 (Monday evenings)
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Lake Land College, Workforce Development Center, Room 102
💲 Cost: $75

✨ You don't have to have everything figured out to get started. Take the first step toward becoming your own boss!

📩 For more information, contact Shelly Martin at [email protected] or call 217-234-5087.

Register at: https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17760315&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=

Dream it! Plan it! Launch it! 🎯

✨ Ready to GLOW? ✨Healthy, glowing skin starts with the right routine! Join us for Glow & Go: A Skin Care Workshop to be...
10/07/2026

✨ Ready to GLOW? ✨

Healthy, glowing skin starts with the right routine! Join us for Glow & Go: A Skin Care Workshop to better understand and care for your skin. 💆‍♀️✨

Led by one of our very own Lake Land College cosmetology instructors and students, this fun and informative workshop will cover:

🧴 How to identify your skin type
✨ The basic steps of an effective skincare routine
🌿 How to choose products that support healthy skin
☀️ The importance of hydration and sun protection
💡 Simple tips for maintaining healthy, glowing skin

BONUS: Your $50 registration fee includes a FREE skincare set to take home! 🎁

📅 Wednesday, October 21
⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College – West Building Cosmetology Lab

Come learn, pamper your skin, and leave with the knowledge and tools to build a routine that works for you! 💖

📲 Space is limited, so register today! https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17724372&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=10081625

For more information, contact Shelly Martin at 217-234-5087 or [email protected]

🌱🤖 Our Next STEM Professional Development Day is Coming Up! 🤖🌱Calling all K–12 STEM Educators! Join us for Sustainabilit...
10/06/2026

🌱🤖 Our Next STEM Professional Development Day is Coming Up! 🤖🌱
Calling all K–12 STEM Educators! Join us for Sustainability @ The Innovation Center: Sustainability Tools for the Classroom on Monday, October 12th — Columbus Day!

☀️ Learn about sustainability and solar energy
🔬 Explore hands-on activities you can take back to your classroom
🌎 Help students better understand the energy produced by the sun
🧰 Receive a STEM kit valued at $90
📚 Earn 5 Professional Development Hours (PDUs)
💰 Receive a $75 stipend (completed W-9 required)

⭐ And here's a BIG bonus for teachers: Since this professional development is being held on Columbus Day, many schools are already out for the holiday — meaning no need to find a substitute teacher to attend! 🙌

📅 Monday, October 12
⏰ 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Effingham Technology Center
1201 Althoff Drive, Effingham, IL

This session will be led by Dara Potts and Tiffany Gibson, bringing both STEM education and classroom experience to this exciting day of learning.
👉 Space is limited, so don't miss this opportunity to learn, earn PDUs, receive a STEM kit, AND get paid a $75 stipend!

📲 Register at: https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=12255043&selectedProgramAreaId=1018472&selectedProgramStreamId=

Questions? Contact Shelly Martin at [email protected] or 217-234-5087.

💅✨ NAILED IT! NAIL CARE MADE EASY! ✨💅Ready to give your nails a little extra love? Join us for a fun, hands-on evening a...
09/25/2026

💅✨ NAILED IT! NAIL CARE MADE EASY! ✨💅

Ready to give your nails a little extra love? Join us for a fun, hands-on evening all about healthy, beautiful nails! 💅

Learn helpful tips and techniques for nail shaping, cuticle care, proper filing, polish application, and keeping your nails looking their best between salon visits.

And the best part? ❤️ This class will be led by one of our very own Lake Land College Cosmetology instructors and students, who will share professional tips and tricks to help you improve your at-home nail care routine!

🎁 Every participant will receive a FREE gift!

📅 October 7
⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Lake Land College – West Building Cosmetology Lab
💲 $55

Spaces are limited, so grab your spot and come nail your next manicure! 💅✨

📞 Questions? Contact Shelly Martin at 217-234-5087 or [email protected].

Register at: https://learn.lakelandcollege.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=17506941&selectedProgramAreaId=1018469&selectedProgramStreamId=10081625

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Mattoon, IL
61938

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