morainevalley.edu/ccce 6 FALL | AUGUST - DECEMBER 2025 morainevalley.edu Pottery Projects: Holiday NEW $125 Using slab techniques, you’ll create a beautiful pomander-perfect for holding potpourri or herbs and a charming Christmas tree luminary scene to light up your winter nights. A great way to get creative and make meaningful holiday keepsakes. AR4‑247‑200 Wed, Oct 29‑Nov 19, 6:30pm‑8:30pm, 4 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. F165 Mixed Media Crafts Metalworking As Jewelry Making $185 Design, create and wear your own jewelry, including pendants, rings and bracelets, while learning foundational metalworking techniques like sawing, soldering and bezel setting. Beginners and experienced metalsmiths alike are welcome to join the course. Copper will be provided, and a supply list will be given during the first class (approximate cost $80‑$100). No class on 10/9. AR4‑445‑200 Thurs, Sep 11‑Nov 20, 5:30pm‑8:30pm, 10 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. F165 Glass Mosaics $70 Discover the art of glass mosaics—no foiling or soldering required! In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn tips and techniques to design your own vibrant mosaic using the direct method. All tools and materials are provided. CR4‑219‑170 Tues, Sep 16, 10:00am‑1:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. F164 CR4‑219‑200 Tues, Nov 4, 6:00pm‑8:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. F164 Shibori Dye Workshop NEW $125 Explore the art of Japanese Shibori dyeing in this hands-on class! Learn both introductory and advanced folding, binding, and resist techniques to create stunning patterns. Students will complete several fabric projects and experiment with various color dyes. CR4‑400‑270 Sat, Oct 4‑Oct 25, 2:00pm‑5:00pm, 4 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Stained Glass I $160 Learn soldering and cutting techniques. At first class, the instructor will demonstrate techniques and give students a list of materials and tools to purchase (approximate cost $125). CR4‑214‑270 Sat, Sep 13‑Nov 15, 10:00am‑12:30pm, 10 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Fashion and Sewing Sewing/Tailoring & Pattern Making $221 Learn from designer Eric W Stiles Sr., whose professional expertise ranges from Giorgio Armani to Polo Ralph Lauren. Non-sewers, beginners, intermediate and advanced are all welcome to learn from an industry expert. Learn professional European and domestic designers’ skills and techniques. Register for both courses in one term to obtain the optimal sewing experience. No sewing or pattern-making experience is required. You must bring your sewing machine to class. A materials list will be provided prior to your class start date. CR4‑268‑170 Thurs, Sep 11‑Oct 9, 10:00am‑12:30pm, 5 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 CR4‑268‑171 Thurs, Oct 23‑Nov 20, 10:00am‑12:30pm, 5 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 CR4‑268‑200 Thurs, Sep 11‑Oct 9, 6:00pm‑8:30pm, 5 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 CR4‑268‑201 Thurs, Oct 23‑Nov 20, 6:00pm‑8:30pm, 5 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. M202 Expert Pocket Construction NEW $51 Master two essential pocket styles: the clean patch pocket and the refined quarter‑top pocket. All supplies are provided. CR4‑285‑200 Thurs, Dec 11, 6:00pm‑8:30pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Professional Fittings Made Simple NEW $51 Develop the skills to achieve accurate, professional‑quality garment fittings with confidence. All supplies are provided. CR4‑284‑200 Thurs, Dec 4, 6:00pm‑8:30pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Reading Commercial Patterns NEW $51 Learn to read and professionally interpret commercial patterns for pants, shirts and skirts. All supplies are provided. CR4‑282‑200 Thurs, Aug 28, 6:00pm‑8:30pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Zipper Techniques NEW $51 Learn to professionally construct and insert both lapped and centered zippers. Participants must bring their own working sewing machine. CR4‑283‑200 Thurs, Sep 4, 6:00pm‑8:30pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Culinary Basic Knife Skills $149 Learn how to use your knife like a professional chef. This class will introduce students to the basics of knife skills, prep and maintenance. All materials and knives are provided, and students will bring home the knives. Students also will learn how to utilize the ingredients that they practice on and taste recipes prepared toward the end of class. CA4‑298‑270 Sat, Sep 6, 10:00am‑1:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M134 Cinnamon Rolls $119 This hands‑on class will teach you how to mix, shape, bake and finish this universal breakfast favorite. Make one dough and use it for a classic cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting and a caramel/pecan sticky bun. CA4‑402‑270 Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am‑1:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M134 Classic Italian Dishes $119 Discover the world of Italian cuisine beyond pasta. Join Chef Lampros and create classic Italian dishes including caprese salad, risotto, braised short rib and more. CA4‑418‑270 Fri, Oct 17, 6:00pm‑9:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M134 Greek Street Food $119 Join Chef Lampros on a culinary adventure based on Greece’s most popular dishes. Learn how to make the perfect Grecian chicken and pork souvlaki, Greek potatoes, traditional village salad, tzatziki sauce and other meze type dishes. Bring your appetite and learn more about Greek culture, lifestyle and cuisine. Opa! CA4‑407‑270 Sat, Sep 20, 10:00am‑1:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M134 Pizza Night $119 In the time it takes to order a pizza and have it delivered, you could make your own pizza that beats any commercial product. Learn to make two different pizza doughs even if you do not have a mixer or any experience with yeasted doughs. Customize your own pizza with a variety of sauces and toppings and bake it yourself in a professional deck oven. CA4‑398‑270 Fri, Oct 10, 6:00pm‑9:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M134 Fitness and Health Budo Martial Arts Self-Defense $60 Have you ever wanted to learn professional martial arts self-defense tactics? Come to this one-day seminar that will teach you self-defense moves with precision and confidence. Our instructor is a black belt in Shuri‑Ryu Karate and will ensure you leave with one or two moves in your tool belt. Loose‑fitting clothes are suggested. GN4‑103‑270 Sat, Oct 18‑Nov 1, 9:00am‑12:00pm, 3 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. L164 Tai Chi / Qigong Level 1 $119 Tai Chi is an internal system of martial arts that is practiced for its health benefits, but it can also be used for self‑defense. Qigong is an internal system that is a brother/ sister to Tai Chi. Its focus is on inner healing and vital energy. The two combine to provide stress reduction, flexibility, inner/outer balance and wellness. Black, loose‑ fitting warm‑up clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended. FT4‑302‑200 Tues, Sep 9‑Nov 18, 7:00pm‑9:00pm, 10 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. M210 Tai Chi/Qigong Level 2 $119 Tai Chi is an internal system of martial arts that is practiced for its health benefits, but it can also be used for self-defense. Qigong is an internal system that is closely related to Tai Chi. This Level 2 class enhances and goes beyond what is taught in Level 1. Level 2 requires a good foundation in Level 1. FT4‑322‑200 Wed, Sep 10‑Nov 12, 7:00pm‑9:00pm, 10 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm. M210 Yoga $95 Learn yoga poses safely while developing strength, balance, flexibility, endurance, concentration and well‑being. Bring a yoga mat and two firm blankets. Open to all levels in the community. FT4‑245‑200 Mon, Sept 8‑ Oct 13, 6:30pm‑7:30pm, 6 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm H208 FT4‑245‑201 Mon, Oct 20‑Nov 24, 6:30pm‑7:30pm, 6 Weeks, Palos Hills, Rm H208 Mindfulness and Stress Management Embracing Peace and Positivity at Any Age NEW $30 This gentle and inspiring class offers simple tools for cultivating inner peace, letting go of worry and embracing a more positive outlook. Perfect for seniors and retirees, it includes guided relaxation, practical mindset tips and techniques for everyday well-being. PD4‑262‑001 Tues, Sep 9, 10:00am‑12:00pm, Palos Hills, Rm. M206
