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  Wall Repairs 101 

ID:832
Find the easy-to-follow solutions for those troublesome wall repairs from a master carpenter. Learn how to patch holes, big and small; and what kind o ...  View More

HOMEGARD-2009

Section Number: A

Start date: 02/10/26

4 Seats Left

Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2/10/2026-2/17/2026)

Tuition: $55.00

Location: Mid Central Community Action Location : 
  Mid Central Community Action.

Instructor : Joshua Houtzel 

Room :  Mid Central Community Action

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Design a Victorian Tussie-Mussie Bouquet 

ID:878
Discover the tussie-mussie, a small bunch of flowers or herbs, and craft your own floral arrangements to share with a special someone. Explore the his ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1748

Section Number: A

Start date: 02/11/26

11 Seats Left

Weekly - Wed 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (2/11/2026-2/11/2026)

Tuition: $25.00

Location: Agriculture Complex Location : 
  Agriculture Complex.

Instructor : Kathryn Mundell-Bligh 

Room :  AGC 1020 Plant/Soil Lab

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Kokedama: The Art of Japanese Moss Plant Ball 

ID:830
Dive into the art of Kokedama and craft your own unique Japanese moss plant balls. Learn how to choose the right plants, shape the soil, and wrap it a ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1784

Section Number: A

Start date: 02/17/26

0 Seats Left

Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (2/17/2026-2/17/2026)

Tuition: $25.00

Location: Agriculture Complex Location : 
  Agriculture Complex.

Instructor : Kathryn Mundell-Bligh 

Room :  AGC 1000 Classroom

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  Intro to Vehicle Maintenance 

ID:879
Tired of relying on mechanics for simple car upkeep? Learn the fundamentals of vehicle maintenance — from checking tire pressure and replacing ai ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1821

Section Number: A

Start date: 02/23/26

0 Seats Left

Weekly - Mon 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2/23/2026-3/2/2026)

Tuition: $39.00

Location: Electric Vehicle Lab Location : 
  Electric Vehicle Lab.

Instructor : Vincent Hobart 

Room :  EVL1811

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  Flooring 102: Wood Laminate Flooring Made Simple 

ID:885
Ready to give your floors a fresh new look? Join this hands-on class and learn how to install wood laminate flooring with ease and confidence! Cover t ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1827

Section Number: A

Start date: 03/04/26

0 Seats Left

Weekly - Wed 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (3/4/2026-3/4/2026)

Tuition: $85.00

Location: Mid Central Community Action Location : 
  Mid Central Community Action.

Instructor : John McKee 

Room :  Mid Central Community Action

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Live & Leave a Legacy of Less 

ID:865
Discover a great method to keep clutter at bay in any area of your home! Learn from an expert organizer and her method of choosing an area, sorting li ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1774

Section Number: A

Start date: 03/05/26

9 Seats Left

Weekly - Thu 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (3/5/2026-3/5/2026)

Tuition: $25.00

Location: Astroth Community Ed Center Location : 
  Astroth Community Ed Center.

Instructor : Crystal Larkin 

Room :  ACEC 2101 Classroom

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  Paint Your Space Like a Pro 

ID:833
Explore the techniques and tools needed to pull off a professional-looking paint job. From sheens and primer to masking and prep, practice the tricks ...  View More

HOMEGARD-2012

Section Number: A

Start date: 03/10/26

10 Seats Left

Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (3/10/2026-3/10/2026)

Tuition: $29.00

Location: Mid Central Community Action Location : 
  Mid Central Community Action.

Instructor : Joshua Houtzel 

Room :  Mid Central Community Action

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Speak the Language of Succulents 

ID:864
Discover the secrets of keeping succulents not just alive, but thriving! Learn the language of these gorgeous plants and they’ll tell you when to wate ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1768

Section Number: A

Start date: 03/11/26

0 Seats Left

Weekly - Wed 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (3/11/2026-3/11/2026)

Tuition: $29.00

Location: Agriculture Complex Location : 
  Agriculture Complex.

Instructor : Dan Anderson 

Room :  AGC 1020 Plant/Soil Lab

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  Springtime Topiary Living Art for Your Home 

ID:886
Celebrate the coming of spring — and a touch of Irish charm for St. Patrick’s Day — by crafting a living topiary! Plant a grapevine topiary ball and ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1828

Section Number: A

Start date: 03/16/26

9 Seats Left

Weekly - Mon 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (3/16/2026-3/16/2026)

Tuition: $25.00

Location: Agriculture Complex Location : 
  Agriculture Complex.

Instructor : Kathryn Mundell-Bligh 

Room :  AGC 1020 Plant/Soil Lab

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  See It, Smell It, Soap It: Cold Process Demo 

ID:834
Learn to turn simple ingredients into beautiful, fragrant soap! Watch a step-by-step demo on how lye, butters, oils, colorants, and fragrances come to ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1818

Section Number: A

Start date: 03/19/26

1 Seats Left

Weekly - Thu 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (3/19/2026-3/19/2026)

Tuition: $55.00

Location: Normal Readiness Center Location : 
  Normal Readiness Center.

Instructor : Sandra Maxwell 

Room :  Illinois National Guard Bldg. 1203/1204 Kitchen

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  Basic Home Maintenance 

ID:937
Learn home repair and maintenance tips from a 30-year veteran of the business! In this hands-on class, gain the confidence to tackle small repairs and ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1772

Section Number: A

Start date: 04/14/26

12 Seats Left

Weekly - Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (4/14/2026-4/14/2026)

Tuition: $29.00

Location: Mid Central Community Action Location : 
  Mid Central Community Action.

Instructor : Joshua Houtzel 

Room :  Mid Central Community Action

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Friendly Pollinator Gardens: Choosing Plants with Purpose 

ID:936
Optimize your garden and make it a buzzworthy spot for butterflies, bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators. Learn all about key pollinating species ...  View More

HOMEGARD-1669

Section Number: A

Start date: 04/16/26

20 Seats Left

Weekly - Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (4/16/2026-4/23/2026)

Tuition: $29.00

Location: Agriculture Complex Location : 
  Agriculture Complex.

Instructor : Patricia Koranda 

Room :  AGC 1020 Plant/Soil Lab

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