Featured Courses Current Event Discussion Group 01/13/21 - 04/21/21 This group meets to discuss current events in an online setting between diverse individuals with the purpose of understanding current event topics. No political discussion. We welcome newcomers. The group meets every Wednesday virtually via Zoom. Before the first session begins, you will be emailed a link to join the online discussion. Meditate with Your Pet - FREE webinar 02/10/21 - 02/10/21 03/10/21 - 03/10/21 04/14/21 - 04/14/21 05/12/21 - 05/12/21 Do you struggle to quiet your mind during these stressful times? Maybe your pet can help. Join us for a free, healing meditation. This pet-centered meditation technique is an effective way to mindfully connect with both your pet and yourself. Pets can sense stress during these uncertain times, too. Spend 20 to 30 minutes as we meditate together with our pets. Virtual Drum Circle - FREE online course 02/19/21 - 02/19/21 03/19/21 - 03/19/21 Join us in Zoom for a spring drum circle. Dawn Wrobel will lead you through several rounds of drumming, and you'll have fun while raising your vibrations. If you don't have a drum at home - you can use your desktop, a pan or even a small bottle with coins as a rattle! Organizing for Everyone 01/28/21 - 01/28/21 It is the start of the new year. Home organization is always one of the top new year's resolutions. This year you can stick with it, with the guidance of professional organizer, Beth Randall. This class will provide tips and ideas for tackling the day-to-day paper clutter that takes over, organizing clothes and accessories in your closets and organizing your kitchen to be more efficient. Introduction to American Sign Language I 02/09/21 - 03/30/21 As with any language, learning American Sign Language (ASL) begins with vocabulary, grammar and culture. Because ASL is a visual/manual language, we will turn off our voices and develop visual skills with the hands, face, and body. A Lovely Bubbly Breakfast Tour 02/13/21 - 02/13/21 Allow us to provide all of the ingredients for a fun morning complete with a live, interactive 1.5 hour presentation focused on Valentine's Day traditions! We will provide the breakfast ingredients and you can bring your favorite sparkling wine if you wish to make it bubbly too. Tackling Household Paper Clutter 02/18/21 - 02/18/21 We all have paper that tends to pile up. This presentation will give you tips and ideas on how to eliminate the paper from ever getting into your house, but once there what to do with it all. Join Beth Randall (a.k.a. Joe Organizer) for this session to help you get your paper stacks under control. Group Guitar 02/22/21 - 04/12/21 This is an introductory course to playing guitar in a group setting, intended for students without prior knowledge of the instrument. You'll learn music notation and tablature for guitar, fingering for basic open chords, interpreting basic chord symbols, right hand strumming techniques and styles, playing simple song melodies, use of chords as accompaniment, and right hand picking technique. Playing the Ukulele 02/22/21 - 04/12/21 Get started with the ukulele by learning basic chords and strum patterns at a pace designed for first-time players. This class is for those who have never played an instrument before. You'll learn the basics of chords, strum patterns, finger picking, music notation and songs. Bakery Bus in a Box 03/06/21 - 03/06/21 If there is one thing that we love, it is sweet treats from bakeries. Since we won't be traveling this spring, we partnered with our friends at Illinois Valley Community College to provide a unique experience during this time of social distancing! We will bring the treats and learning opportunities to you! Use Your Skills & Talents to Travel Free & Safely - Live Virtual Class 03/15/21 - 03/15/21 Discover over 200 ways to travel free while having the time and money to travel as much as you want. Topics will include volunteering, fun work-vacations, paid travel and remote work opportunities. You also will learn important travel tips on health and safety to prepare you for the new travel normal. Churches & Chocolate - Live Webinar 03/30/21 - 03/30/21 Milwaukee has been long known as the "City of Steeples." Here is your chance to enjoy a Churches & Chocolates Tour from the comfort of your home. We will take you on a virtual tour and to sweeten the deal, we'll dive into a chocolate tasting with Indulgence Chocolatiers that you will receive in advance of your "tour" experience. Menu Planning Featuring Instant Pot Meals 04/06/21 - 04/06/21 If you struggle with the daily question of 'what's for dinner?' then this presentation will surely make it easier for you to answer it. We will discuss the reasons for menu planning and how-to menu plan. We will talk about different options or choices for menus that will make your life easier. Turning 65: Medicare Made Easy! 04/13/21 - 04/13/21 A community educator and licensed insurance representative will discuss Medicare Parts A and B, and Medicare Supplement Plans. Come learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements. Share a Book: Historical Fiction This course contains no sessions Is there a historical fiction book (or book series) that has made an impact on you? Please join us as we share historical fiction authors and books that helped us learn about our world. Enjoy a discussion and go home with a new list of authors and books to enjoy. Introduction to Laser Engraving This course contains no sessions Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Learn how to use a laser engraver and practice engraving wood, acrylic, paper, cardboard, leather and more. This class will cover creating digital files compatible with a laser cutter. Each student will have the opportunity to create a small project as they learn the laser cutting process from start to finish. 3D Printing Basics This course contains no sessions Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Whether you are considering a 3D printer in the future or you would just like to experience this exciting technology in action, this class is for you. You will learn where to find 3D files and how to create your own 3D models for printing. Experience 3D Printing This course contains no sessions Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Designed to serve as an introduction to 3D printing technology, this three-week workshop will provide you with the opportunity to print your own simple 3D project. Learn about the software involved in 3D printing, internet resources and experience the KCC Innovation Lab in this hands-on class.

Upcoming Courses Introduction to Voice Acting - Live Webinar January 5, 2021 to April 30, 2021 Current Event Discussion Group January 13, 2021 to April 21, 2021 Become a Veterinary Assistant II: Canine Reproduction - Online Course January 13, 2021 to June 11, 2021 Introduction to JavaScript - Online Course January 13, 2021 to March 5, 2021 Become a Veterinary Assistant III: Practical Skills - Online Course January 13, 2021 to March 5, 2021 Effective Selling - Online Course January 13, 2021 to March 5, 2021 Creating Web Pages - Online Course January 13, 2021 to April 14, 2021

Featured Courses

Current Event Discussion Group 01/13/21 - 04/21/21 This group meets to discuss current events in an online setting between diverse individuals with the purpose of understanding current event topics. No political discussion. We welcome newcomers. The group meets every Wednesday virtually via Zoom. Before the first session begins, you will be emailed a link to join the online discussion.

Meditate with Your Pet - FREE webinar 02/10/21 - 02/10/21 03/10/21 - 03/10/21 04/14/21 - 04/14/21 05/12/21 - 05/12/21 Do you struggle to quiet your mind during these stressful times? Maybe your pet can help. Join us for a free, healing meditation. This pet-centered meditation technique is an effective way to mindfully connect with both your pet and yourself. Pets can sense stress during these uncertain times, too. Spend 20 to 30 minutes as we meditate together with our pets.

Virtual Drum Circle - FREE online course 02/19/21 - 02/19/21 03/19/21 - 03/19/21 Join us in Zoom for a spring drum circle. Dawn Wrobel will lead you through several rounds of drumming, and you'll have fun while raising your vibrations. If you don't have a drum at home - you can use your desktop, a pan or even a small bottle with coins as a rattle!

Organizing for Everyone 01/28/21 - 01/28/21 It is the start of the new year. Home organization is always one of the top new year's resolutions. This year you can stick with it, with the guidance of professional organizer, Beth Randall. This class will provide tips and ideas for tackling the day-to-day paper clutter that takes over, organizing clothes and accessories in your closets and organizing your kitchen to be more efficient.

Introduction to American Sign Language I 02/09/21 - 03/30/21 As with any language, learning American Sign Language (ASL) begins with vocabulary, grammar and culture. Because ASL is a visual/manual language, we will turn off our voices and develop visual skills with the hands, face, and body.

A Lovely Bubbly Breakfast Tour 02/13/21 - 02/13/21 Allow us to provide all of the ingredients for a fun morning complete with a live, interactive 1.5 hour presentation focused on Valentine's Day traditions! We will provide the breakfast ingredients and you can bring your favorite sparkling wine if you wish to make it bubbly too.

Tackling Household Paper Clutter 02/18/21 - 02/18/21 We all have paper that tends to pile up. This presentation will give you tips and ideas on how to eliminate the paper from ever getting into your house, but once there what to do with it all. Join Beth Randall (a.k.a. Joe Organizer) for this session to help you get your paper stacks under control.

Group Guitar 02/22/21 - 04/12/21 This is an introductory course to playing guitar in a group setting, intended for students without prior knowledge of the instrument. You'll learn music notation and tablature for guitar, fingering for basic open chords, interpreting basic chord symbols, right hand strumming techniques and styles, playing simple song melodies, use of chords as accompaniment, and right hand picking technique.

Playing the Ukulele 02/22/21 - 04/12/21 Get started with the ukulele by learning basic chords and strum patterns at a pace designed for first-time players. This class is for those who have never played an instrument before. You'll learn the basics of chords, strum patterns, finger picking, music notation and songs.

Bakery Bus in a Box 03/06/21 - 03/06/21 If there is one thing that we love, it is sweet treats from bakeries. Since we won't be traveling this spring, we partnered with our friends at Illinois Valley Community College to provide a unique experience during this time of social distancing! We will bring the treats and learning opportunities to you!

Use Your Skills & Talents to Travel Free & Safely - Live Virtual Class 03/15/21 - 03/15/21 Discover over 200 ways to travel free while having the time and money to travel as much as you want. Topics will include volunteering, fun work-vacations, paid travel and remote work opportunities. You also will learn important travel tips on health and safety to prepare you for the new travel normal.

Churches & Chocolate - Live Webinar 03/30/21 - 03/30/21 Milwaukee has been long known as the "City of Steeples." Here is your chance to enjoy a Churches & Chocolates Tour from the comfort of your home. We will take you on a virtual tour and to sweeten the deal, we'll dive into a chocolate tasting with Indulgence Chocolatiers that you will receive in advance of your "tour" experience.

Menu Planning Featuring Instant Pot Meals 04/06/21 - 04/06/21 If you struggle with the daily question of 'what's for dinner?' then this presentation will surely make it easier for you to answer it. We will discuss the reasons for menu planning and how-to menu plan. We will talk about different options or choices for menus that will make your life easier.

Turning 65: Medicare Made Easy! 04/13/21 - 04/13/21 A community educator and licensed insurance representative will discuss Medicare Parts A and B, and Medicare Supplement Plans. Come learn about eligibility, enrollment, and the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements.

Share a Book: Historical Fiction This course contains no sessions Is there a historical fiction book (or book series) that has made an impact on you? Please join us as we share historical fiction authors and books that helped us learn about our world. Enjoy a discussion and go home with a new list of authors and books to enjoy.

Introduction to Laser Engraving This course contains no sessions Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Learn how to use a laser engraver and practice engraving wood, acrylic, paper, cardboard, leather and more. This class will cover creating digital files compatible with a laser cutter. Each student will have the opportunity to create a small project as they learn the laser cutting process from start to finish.

3D Printing Basics This course contains no sessions Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Whether you are considering a 3D printer in the future or you would just like to experience this exciting technology in action, this class is for you. You will learn where to find 3D files and how to create your own 3D models for printing.

Experience 3D Printing This course contains no sessions Click here to be notified about the next scheduled program. Designed to serve as an introduction to 3D printing technology, this three-week workshop will provide you with the opportunity to print your own simple 3D project. Learn about the software involved in 3D printing, internet resources and experience the KCC Innovation Lab in this hands-on class.