Rend Lake College MarketPlace

10/06/2026

👟 Exciting things are happening at the Rend Lake College Marketplace! 🎉

Shoe Stop is making a move to a new location on the east end of the Marketplace! Stop by and check out their new and improved space — we think you’ll love it! 🛍️✨

Be sure to swing by and see what’s new at Shoe Stop!

09/09/2026

Take a look at our current chocolate case 😍

Walk in to shop with us! Our hours are Monday-Wednesday, 8am-4pm, located inside of SIMA at the RLC Marketplace. Online ordering for in-store pickup is also available at rlc.edu/chocolate

07/30/2026

⚙️ You're Invited to the SIMA Open House! ⚙️

Curious about advanced manufacturing? Come see what the Southern Illinois Manufacturing Academy (SIMA) at Rend Lake College Marketplace is all about!

📅 August 10
🕑 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍321 Potomac Blvd, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864

Take a tour of our state-of-the-art labs, watch industrial equipment in action, and explore hands-on training!

Whether you're a student exploring career options, a parent, or simply interested in manufacturing, everyone is welcome!

We look forward to showing you how SIMA can help you build the skills employers are looking for. See you there!

05/13/2026

All of our chocolate is made with premium Belgian chocolate and handcrafted locally, here in Mount Vernon, IL. 🍫

We're located inside of SIMA at the RLC Market Place. Our hours are Monday through Wednesday, 8am-4pm, come check us out! Walk-ins to buy chocolate are welcome! Please note that at this time we are card only.

You can also preplace your order on rlc.edu/chocolate and pickup in store!

04/21/2026

Stop on by for some Happy Camper Brews!

Come see me at Rend Lake College MarketPlace on Wednesday!

Please share!

04/11/2026

Find us here on Monday!

📍 Rend Lake College MarketPlace