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ServSafe Food Safety Program
Santa Lucia Food Safety Consulting See all classes by this school @ 1525 E 55th St, Chicago, IL
Build working command of food service sanitation in our complete food safety course, designed for food service managers. You'll gain in-depth knowledge of pathogen control, personal hygiene, pest management, and safe food handling, while staying in compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
Nov 9th
9am–5pm CT
Nov 28th
9am–5pm CT
Dec 7th
9am–5pm CT
Dec 26th
9am–5pm CT
The Pad Thai Table: A Chef-Guided Experience (For two people)
CocuSocial Cooking Classes See all classes by this school @ 4925 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Escape to Thailand in this hands-on Pad Thai cooking class! Learn knife skills, noodle prep, and how to build an authentic, flavor-packed sauce from scratch. Perfect for beginners, you’ll cook, plate, and enjoy your dish. Booking requires 2+ guests; ingredients included. Adults 18+ (BYOB for 21+).
Nov 20th
6:30–8:30pm CT
Dec 18th
6:30–8:30pm CT
Beginners Stained Glass Workshop
Circle Studio See all classes by this school @ 3928 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Discover the fundamentals of stained glass in a guided, hands-on creative process. Working from thoughtfully designed templates, participants learn pattern preparation, glass cutting, foiling, and soldering at their own pace. Leave with a finished piece that beautifully reflects both newly acquired skills and your own personal artistry.
Nov 8th
10am–2:30pm CT
Nov 22nd
10am–2:30pm CT
Dec 13th
10am–2:30pm CT
Jan 10th
10am–2:30pm CT
Jan 31st
10am–2:30pm CT
Hands-On New Year's Eve Festa Italiana
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Have fun this New Year's Eve preparing a scrumptious feast in this hands-on class! A glass of bubbly will be included in the price of the class. Additional adult beverages will be available for purchase. Menu Includes: Arugula Salad with Crispy Prosciutto, Pears, Hazelnuts and Balsamic; Herbed Flatbread with Grapes, Gorgonzola and Pancetta; Crispy Sautéed Duck Breast with Red Wine-Currant Glaze; Roasted Broccolini with...
Illustrator Part 1
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Learn to create professional vector graphics in Adobe Illustrator in this comprehensive foundational course. You'll build skills in drawing and manipulating paths, applying color, working with typography, and preparing finished artwork for both print and web output. A strong starting point for designers and creatives ready to expand their digital toolkit.
Master Your Digital Camera Controls (Chicago)
Digital Photo Academy See all classes by this school @ 78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL
Take your photography to the next level in this comprehensive workshop at Digital Photo Academy in Chicago. The course covers everything you need to know about your camera's functions and settings. A great chance to capture compelling images, plus pick up a special alumni discount on future classes.
Nov 7th
10–11:30am CT
Dec 5th
10–11:30am CT
Jan 2nd
11am–12:30pm CT
Feb 6th
10–11:30am CT
Mar 6th
9:30–11am CT
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Painting the Still Life in Oils
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Experience the beauty of oil painting as you master the art of capturing still life compositions. Explore step-by-step techniques, honing your skills in drawing accuracy and delving into color theory and composition. Join us to unlock the secrets of creating depth and dimension on canvas under expert guidance.
AI: Text and Image Generation
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Develop advanced prompt engineering skills to get more precise, effective results from AI systems. Learn how to design targeted, well-structured prompts that optimize AI performance across tasks ranging from data extraction and research to creative content and design, enabling smarter workflows and stronger outputs.
Dec 1st
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
Dec 10th
9am–4pm CT
Jan 18th
9am–4pm CT
Hands-On Sauce Boot Camp
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Discover the techniques behind crafting flavorful, impressive sauces in the thorough, hands-on sauce class at The Chopping Block Lincoln Square. You'll explore time-honored and modern sauce-making approaches that feel approachable and lift your culinary skills. From cheddar béchamel to sauce bordelaise, the course builds your confidence with every sauce you create.
Hands-On Midday Meals: Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Build confidence in the kitchen with this hands-on cooking class featuring fresh, seasonal flavors. Learn to make light ricotta gnocchi with sage brown butter sauce while practicing dough preparation, shaping, and sauce techniques. Prepare a harvest salad with roasted beets, apples, and cider vinaigrette as you develop your skills in balancing flavors, working with fresh herbs, and creating delicious meals at home.
Nov 6th
11am–12:30pm ET
Dec 11th
11am–12:30pm ET
PowerPoint Introduction
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Build the skills to create polished, engaging presentations in PowerPoint. You'll learn how text, charts, and graphs capture attention, plus how to leverage slide masters and templates for consistency. Round out your decks with smooth transitions and clean visual elements.
Nov 10th
9am–4pm CT
Dec 8th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
Dec 21st
9am–4pm CT
Stone Carving Sculptures Workshop
Jyl Bonaguro See all classes by this school @ 4200 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL
Tap into your creativity and master the craft of stone sculpting in this hands-on workshop led by a professional sculptor. Step into the techniques of blocking, detailing, and finishing as you build a stunning piece. No experience required.
Nov 14th
10am–4:30pm CT
Dec 12th
10am–4:30pm CT
Hands-On Pasta and Gnocchi Workshop: Fall Menu
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Master the art of making fresh pasta and gnocchi from scratch in this hands-on workshop, where you'll craft spinach fettuccine, roasted sweet potato ravioli, and potato-rosemary gnocchi. Learn to roll, shape, and pair your creations with seasonal sauces like sage-brown butter and tomato-vodka. This interactive class will teach you essential techniques to elevate your pasta-making skills while enjoying the flavors of fall.
Dec 30th
6–8:30pm CT
Dec 31st
6–8:30pm CT
PowerPoint Intermediate
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Strengthen your PowerPoint presentation skills in this intermediate course. You'll customize design templates, add SmartArt and math equations, integrate media and animations, work collaboratively on shared decks, configure custom slide shows, and secure and distribute final files.
Nov 11th
9am–4pm CT
Dec 15th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
Dec 22nd
9am–4pm CT
Thanksgiving Master Class Demonstration
The Chopping Block Lincoln Square See all classes by this school @ 4747 N Lincoln, Chicago, IL
Master the art of Thanksgiving cooking with a comprehensive demonstration that covers every aspect of your holiday feast. Learn to roast turkey, make stuffing, and perfect side dishes like mashed potatoes and glazed root vegetables, all while gaining essential time management skills and classic recipes. Whether in-person or virtually, you'll leave with a clear plan, shopping lists, and the confidence to create a memorable holiday meal.
Excel Introduction
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Build a thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Excel in this comprehensive course covering the full range of essential spreadsheet skills. Students learn to navigate the interface, write and perform calculations, modify and format worksheets, and manage multiple workbooks with efficiency and confidence.
Nov 11th
9am–4pm CT
Dec 2nd
9am–4pm CT
Stained Glass Workshop
Discovery Center See all classes by this school @ 4318 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL
Enter the world of stained glass and learn the classic copper foil method at the Discovery Center. Step by step, you'll master the techniques of cutting, breaking, and assembling individual pieces of glass into a stunning creation of your own design. An inspiring introduction to a craft that blends patience, precision, and artistic vision.
Nov 15th
10am–4pm CT
Dec 13th
10am–4pm CT
Authentic Handmade Pasta
CocuSocial Cooking Classes See all classes by this school @ 5301 S Hyde Park Blvd, , Chicago, IL
Learn to make fresh Italian pasta from scratch in this hands-on cooking class. You’ll mix, knead, and roll dough before cutting wide pappardelle noodles and cooking them to perfect al dente. Pair your pasta with a rich, velvety Alfredo sauce made from butter, cream, garlic, and Parmesan. No experience needed—just come ready to cook, learn, and enjoy! ?
Nov 7th
6:15–8:15pm CT
Dec 12th
6:15–8:15pm CT
Dec 26th
6:15–8:15pm CT
SAS Macro Language 1: Essentials Course
ONLC Training Centers See all classes by this school @ 200 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
Build advanced automation skill by using the SAS macro facility to create reusable, dynamic programs. You'll work with macro variables, functions, conditional logic, and iterative processing to generate data-driven code. The course also covers debugging, validating, and documenting macros that streamline workflows.
QuickBooks Online Part II
Computer Training Source, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 420 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Sharpen your QuickBooks Online skills in this advanced class covering form customization, sales tax tracking, multi-user setup, and other power features. Prerequisite: QuickBooks Online Part I or three months of experience.
Nov 9th
6:30–9:30pm CT
Meets 2 Times
Nov 17th
9am–4pm CT
Dec 29th
9am–4pm CT