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Passionate about lifelong learning? Whether you want to speak a new language or learn about historic events, participate in an outdoor education class or manage your household finances, we offer a variety of educational courses designed for personal enrichment.

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AARP Driver Safety Program at Oglesby

Start date: 09/28/26
End date: 09/29/26
Daily - Mon,Tue 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (9/28/2026-9/29/2026)
Tuition: $0.00
Contact Hours:8.00
Location: Oglesby Campus Building H - Truck Driver Training Location : 
  Oglesby Campus Building H - Truck Driver Training.

Room :  Rm 101, Bldg. H
Instructor : Regina Leffelman 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  There is a $20 fee for AARP members (with
Available 8/1/2026

AARP Driver Safety Program at Ottawa Campus

Start date: 11/19/26
End date: 11/20/26
Weekly - Thu, Fri 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (11/19/2026-11/20/2026)
Tuition: $0.00
Contact Hours:8.00
Location: Ottawa Campus Location : 
  Ottawa Campus.

Room :  Rm 101
Instructor : Regina Leffelman 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  There is a $20 fee for AARP members (with
Available 8/1/2026

America 250: The Founding of a Nation & the Native History of LaSalle County | In-Person Single Session

Start date: 08/31/26
End date: 08/31/26
Weekly - Mon 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (8/31/2026-8/31/2026)
Tuition: $20.00
Contact Hours:2.00
Location: Oglesby Campus Location : 
  Oglesby Campus.

Room :  CTC-124
Instructor : IVCC Staff 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  This is a single session class. Seats for
Available 8/1/2026

Beginning Photography: DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

Start date: 10/13/26
End date: 11/17/26
Weekly - Tue 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM (10/13/2026-11/17/2026)
Tuition: $169.00
Contact Hours:18.00
Location: Oglesby Campus Location : 
  Oglesby Campus.

Room :  E-320
Instructor : Doug Dellinger 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  Students should bring a digital SLR or
Available 8/1/2026

  Early Pioneers of Northern Illinois

Start date: 11/09/26
End date: 11/09/26
Weekly - Mon 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM (11/9/2026-11/9/2026)
Tuition: $19.00
Contact Hours:1.25
Location: Online - Virtual Live Location : 
  Online - Virtual Live.

Instructor : IVCC Staff 
Instructional Method: Virtual Class
Please read:  All online live classroom courses meet via
Available 8/1/2026

Eight Things to Know About Solar Before You Buy

Start date: 09/23/26
End date: 09/23/26
Weekly - Wed 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (9/23/2026-9/23/2026)
Tuition: $39.00
Contact Hours:2.00
Location: Oglesby Campus Location : 
  Oglesby Campus.

Room :  CTC-125
Instructor : Yona Lunken 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  Bring a copy of your recent electric bill to
Available 8/1/2026

Environmental Issues: What We Are Learning from Yellowstone National Park

Start date: 09/22/26
End date: 09/22/26
Weekly - Tue 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (9/22/2026-9/22/2026)
Tuition: $19.00
Contact Hours:1.50
Location: Online - Virtual Live Location : 
  Online - Virtual Live.

Instructor : IVCC Staff 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  All online live classroom courses meet via
Available 8/1/2026

  Even More Jerks in Chicago History

Start date: 09/17/26
End date: 09/17/26
Weekly - Thu 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (9/17/2026-9/17/2026)
Tuition: $19.00
Contact Hours:1.50
Location: Online - Virtual Live Location : 
  Online - Virtual Live.

Instructor : IVCC Staff 
Instructional Method: Virtual Class
Please read:  All online live classroom courses meet via
Available 8/1/2026

  Exploring the World of Australian Aboriginal Desert Art

Start date: 09/15/26
End date: 09/15/26
Weekly - Tue 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (9/15/2026-9/15/2026)
Tuition: $19.00
Contact Hours:2.00
Location: Online - Virtual Live Location : 
  Online - Virtual Live.

Instructor : Ann Leslie 
Instructional Method: Virtual Class
Please read:  All online live classroom courses meet via
Available 8/1/2026

  Find Light in the Dark

Start date: 12/03/26
End date: 12/10/26
Weekly - Thu 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (12/3/2026-12/3/2026); Weekly - Thu 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (12/10/2026-12/10/2026)
Tuition: $35.00
Contact Hours:2.00
Location: Oglesby Campus Location : 
  Oglesby Campus.

Room :  CTC-206
Instructor : Emily Manternach 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  This program meets for two sessions:
Available 8/1/2026

Find Your People! Meet, Mingle & Make New Friends

Start date: 10/01/26
End date: 11/05/26
Weekly - Thu 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (10/1/2026-10/1/2026); Weekly - Thu 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (11/5/2026-11/5/2026)
Tuition: $35.00
Contact Hours:3.00
Location: Oglesby Campus Location : 
  Oglesby Campus.

Room :  CTC-124
Instructor : Emily Manternach 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  This program meets for two sessions: October
Available 8/1/2026

Frequency Bottles: A Make and Take Experience

Start date: 10/23/26
End date: 10/23/26
Weekly - Fri 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (10/23/2026-10/23/2026)
Tuition: $35.00
Contact Hours:1.00
Location: Unwind at Westclox Location : 
  Unwind at Westclox.

Instructor : Abby Zukowski 
Instructional Method: In-Person
Please read:  There is a $10 material fee payable to the
Available 8/1/2026
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