Come have fun learning a new way to talk-using your hands! This American Sign Language Class helps kids learn how to sign while playing games, making new friends, and having lots of fun. Students will learn the ASL alphabet, numbers, colors, animals, feelings, and simple words through songs, stories, movement, and hands?on activities. We'll practice signing together, playing games, and learn how people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing communicate every day. This class is all about learning, kindness, and inclusion in a fun and supportive environment. No experience is needed, just bring your curiosity and your hands!
September 19, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Come have fun learning a new way to talk-using your hands! This American Sign Language Class helps kids learn how to sign while playing games, making new friends, and having lots of fun. Students will learn the ASL alphabet, numbers, colors, animals, feelings, and simple words through songs, stories, movement, and hands?on activities. We'll practice signing together, playing games, and learn how people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing communicate every day. This class is all about learning, kindness, and inclusion in a fun and supportive environment. No experience is needed, just bring your curiosity and your hands!
September 19, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

If you love the game Minecraft and always wanted to design your own world, this class is for you! Learn how to create a custom map, design structures to share between worlds, build with Redstone and Command blocks, and create custom textures for you to import at home or share with friends. Projects from this class require the Java version of Minecraft. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
October 17, 2026 to November 14, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2103

Unlock the power of Roblox® Studio, the world creation tool used by real-world Roblox® developers! Learn how to build 3D models and create an adventure in your Roblox® world. Bring characters to life with unique animations you design. Student-created projects will be available on a password-protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program.
October 17, 2026 to November 14, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2103

Join the Springfield Bonsai Society for a tropical bonsai workshop where Society members will provide hands-on guidance. Materials will be provided and you will take your bonsai tree home with you.
Saturday, August 22, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

In this engaging STEM session, students will explore the engineering principles behind various bridge designs, from classic arches to complex suspension systems. Participants will step into the role of civil engineers as they brainstorm and sketch their own blueprints for a structure capable of supporting a specific weight load. After the design phase, students will bring their visions to life by constructing physical models and putting them to the ultimate test in a high-stakes weight-bearing competition. Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2105

From caterpillars and ladybugs to creativity, let's explore together! Step into a world bursting with color and wonder as we wiggle along with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, laugh with The Grouchy Ladybug, and meet more of Eric Carle's delightful friends. Each day brings playful crafts, bright colors, and hands-on fun to spark imaginations. Come join us as we giggle, create, and explore because every story is an adventure waiting for YOU!
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 2113

Certification is through the American Heart Association and covers adult, child and infant CPR in addition to AED usage and choking care for all ages. No first aid or other health care treatment is addressed within the course. CPR classes are taught by LLCC Emergency Medical Services program staff.
Thursday, July 23, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, September 14, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Thursday, September 24, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, December 7, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Ready to turn your wildest ideas into awesome digital creations? Let's code them to life! In this exciting hands on camp, you'll dive into the world of Scratch an easy, colorful, block based coding platform that lets you bring your imagination to life with just a few clicks. As you explore Scratch, you'll sharpen problem solving skills, practice creative thinking, and learn the basics of real programming concepts and you'll discover how coding can feel just like building with digital LEGOs. Get ready for a camp full of creativity, collaboration, and "I did it!" moments. By the end, you'll walk away with projects you're proud of, new tech skills, and the confidence to keep creating long after camp ends. It's imaginative, brain powered, and seriously fun! Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.
July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

Ready to design, create, and have fun? In Creating with Canva, you'll turn your ideas into awesome designs using one of the coolest and easiest creative tools out there! Canva makes it simple to create amazing projects, and in this camp, you'll get to try out tons of fun features like video editing, drag?and?drop templates, colorful graphics, sounds, and animations. You'll learn how to make eye?catching flyers, fun presentations, cool videos, and social media graphics you'll actually want to share. Whether it's for school, clubs, or just something you're excited about, Canva helps you make your ideas look bold and creative.
September 19, 2026 to October 10, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2103

Come join us for collaborative storytelling and adventure through Dungeon and Dragons (D&D). D & D is a tabletop role?playing game that combines storytelling, imagination, problem?solving, and teamwork. During the course, participants work together to create characters and embark on guided adventures in a shared fantasy world led by a trained facilitator (Dungeon Master). Through collaborative gameplay, participants make decisions, solve challenges, and shape the outcome of the story.
September 12, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1102

Get ready to forge your legend? Step into the world's most popular tabletop roleplaying game Dungeons & Dragons! Team up with fellow adventurers, explore mysterious realms, and conquer challenges that will test your courage and creativity. No experience? No problem! All materials are provided, and you'll start with a pre-generated hero ready for action. All you need is your imagination and a thirst for adventure.Are you ready to roll the dice and rule the realm?
July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1102

Get ready to celebrate with an evening of festive baking and entertaining ideas. Prepare a selection of sweet treats while learning helpful baking techniques and simple party-hosting tricks to make gatherings easy and memorable. Participants must be 21 to register.
Friday, December 4, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1107

One of the most defining features of any character is their face. Faces can convey so much personality, depth of emotion, and personal history in one relatively small area. In this class, we will be exploring the many ways to express faces through a variety of art mediums ranging from drawing, air-dry clay, painting, and collage/found object sculpture. You'll learn basic anatomical principles to create with greater realism, then develop an understanding abstraction of the face in a way that still remains the major elements of the character.
September 19, 2026 to October 10, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2204

Fall Into Thankfulness is a fun and age appropriate fall and Thanksgiving themed class. Children will explore the sights, sounds, and traditions of the fall season while learning about gratitude, sharing, and kindness. Through hands?on crafts, simple games, storytelling, and group activities, students will create fall themed projects and practice expressing what they are thankful for in ways that are meaningful and easy to understand. Activities emphasize creativity, cooperation, and positive social skills in a warm, supportive environment.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Harvest of Gratitude is a fall and Thanksgiving themed enrichment experience. This interactive program invites participants to explore the season through creative projects, team building games, and guided group discussions focused on gratitude, empathy, and community connection. Students will reflect on what thankfulness looks like in their own lives and how it influences relationships, cooperation, and positive choices.
Saturday, November 21, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

In this hands?on class, students get to explore fiber arts from many different cultures. Through fun, simple projects like finger loop braiding, weaving, felting, knotting/crocheting, knitting, and cross stitching, students learn how people in the past created everyday items and artwork using natural materials. No experience is needed, just curiosity and imagination! Students will build new art skills, learn about different cultures, and gain confidence while enjoying the experience of making something with their own hands.
September 12, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2106

In Hot Wheels: Race to Win, students kick off Week 1 by mastering the fundamentals of motion, exploring how gravity and Newton's Laws interact with various track surfaces. Week 2 shifts the focus to "Speed By Design," where campers dive into aerodynamics and visual aesthetics to understand the forces that keep a car pinned to the track. The experience culminates in Week 3 with a high-octane competition, challenging participants to integrate every concept they've learned to build the ultimate track for distance, speed, and safety. It's a hands-on journey from basic physics to elite engineering, ending in a race to see whose design reigns supreme.
September 19, 2026 to October 3, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Learn how to craft traditional Italian cookies with balanced sweetness, delicate texture, and simple yet elegant flavor.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1121

Ready to learn how the stock market really works?Junior Investors introduces students to the basics of investing through fun, hands?on activities. Students will explore how the stock market moves, learn to spot simple trends, and practice choosing strong companies to "invest" in. We'll also take a closer look at ideas like support and resistance, and students will learn how to think about risk compared to possible rewards. Learn how to read stock charts, understand what makes a company valuable, and follow real market activity in real time, then using virtual money, students will make practice trades, track results, and build smart decision?making strategies in a safe and supportive environment. This interactive class helps build confidence, critical?thinking skills, and financial awareness. Investing can be exciting, empowering, and something you can understand at any age.
September 12, 2026 to October 24, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2105

Kids Yoga is a fun way to move, stretch, and relax! We will do easy yoga poses, play movement games, and use our imagination. Yoga helps our bodies get strong and our minds feel calm, happy, and ready to learn. Everyone is welcome, just try your best and have fun! Students should bring a yoga mat to each session.
October 3-24, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Get ready to build big, dream bigger, and have tons of fun! LEGO® Builders Club is the perfect place for young creators who love to imagine, build, and play. Each day, students will dive into exciting LEGO® adventures! Through fun challenges and team projects, kids will learn how to solve problems, share ideas, and work together like real builders and engineers. With a mix of guided activities and free-building time, students can follow instructions one moment and invent something totally wild the next. No experience needed, just bring your creativity and get ready to snap those bricks together!
September 19, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2104

Do you love building with LEGO® bricks? Do you like solving problems and trying new ideas? Then this club is for you! In this club, Students will become a real?life engineer as you design, build, and test cool creations using LEGO® bricks. Each week, you'll take on fun challenges like building strong bridges, fast vehicles, tall towers, or moving machines.You'll work with friends, try out your ideas, fix what doesn't work, and discover how engineers solve problems in the real world. There's no single "right" answer, just creativity, teamwork, and lots of building
September 19, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Millennium Center Room 2104

Welcome to a world where building isn't just fun it's magical! In this camp, Mini Engineers will step into an enchanted land where ordinary materials turn into extraordinary creations. With cardboard, popsicle sticks, paper, and wood as your "magic tools," you'll design and build bridges and towers that seem to come to life right in your hands. If you love creating, imagining, solving puzzles, or making your ideas come alive, this camp is perfect for you. Join us for a magical week of building, exploring, laughing, and discovering just how powerful your imagination can be. Come build the magic-one wonder-filled creation at a time! Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.
July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1136

Why choose just one art material when you can use all of them? In this playful, anything goes studio, young creators dive into a treasure trove of everyday supplies cardboard, bubble wrap, buttons, felt, and more mixing them with paint, oil pastels, glue, and paper mâché to build truly one of a kind works of art. Students experiment, combine, layer, and invent as they discover how different textures and materials can work together. Every project becomes a multi dimensional masterpiece that celebrates curiosity, creativity, and the joy of making something wonderfully unexpected. Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2205

There is so much to learn from nature in our backyard! This class hopes to inspire your creativity and excitement for the outdoors by drawing from nature just outside our classroom doors! Here, students will learn about local wildlife by creating art inspired by them. On our outside excursions you'll draw inspiration from what you see, and maybe even collect a few leaves, acorns, pinecones, and more that you can include in your projects! The final product will be a full representation of the ecosystem around you with leaf rubbings, twig frames, and pictures of the animals you connect with the most.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Dive into the dynamic world of STEAM with hands-on, collaborative learning using LEGO® Education SPIKE? Prime sets! This camp empowers students to develop essential 21st-century skills including critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving while exploring the engineering design process. Through engaging, student-centered activities, participants will learn to code, build, test, and refine their creations. Projects include designing balloon-powered LEGO cars, constructing advanced robotic vehicles with motors and sensors, and navigating obstacle courses. This immersive experience fosters teamwork, innovation, and a passion for technology and engineering. Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.
July 13-16, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1179

Embark on a journey that blends discipline, strength, and self-discovery. In this camp, young participants train both mind and body through the rich practice of martial arts. More than learning physical techniques, campers explore the core values of respect, focus, and perseverance. Through dynamic activities including skill-building drills, mindfulness exercises, and collaborative team challenges campers grow in confidence while developing foundational martial arts skills. Supportive instructors and a positive atmosphere help each participant cultivate inner calm, physical strength, and a deep respect for themselves and others.
July 13-16, 2026, Kreher Agriculture Center Room K1121

Get ready to build, create, and engineer your imagination into reality! In this exciting STEAM class, you'll step into the shoes of a real engineer as you design gadgets, build cool structures, test wild ideas, and solve challenges with your teammates. This class is all about adding creativity and art to make your project unique, thinking like a problem-solver, working as a team, and most of all, having fun while learning how stuff works! Come join us and discover how engineers use science, technology, and math to change the world, one cool project at a time!
October 3-17, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Get ready to build, create, and engineer your imagination into reality! In this exciting STEAM class, you'll step into the shoes of a real engineer as you design gadgets, build cool structures, test wild ideas, and solve challenges with your teammates. This class is all about adding creativity and art to make your project unique, thinking like a problem-solver, working as a team, and most of all, having fun while learning how stuff works! Come join us and discover how engineers use science, technology, and math to change the world, one cool project at a time!
October 3-17, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Get ready for a story filled adventure! In this class, kids jump into awesome tales about artists, inventors, and creators. After reading together, students will chat about the story, share cool ideas, and imagine all the possibilities. Then it's time to get messy (in a fun way!) kids will make their very own art projects inspired by what they read. With bright colors, big imaginations, and lots of creativity, stories will come to life right on the page. In this class, you might be a scientist, an engineer, an artist, a tech whiz or math detective whenever inspiration strikes. Every day is hands on, brain boosting, and full of fun ways to create, explore, and express yourself!
November 21, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Get ready for a story filled adventure! In this class, kids jump into awesome tales about artists, inventors, and creators. After reading together, students will chat about the story, share cool ideas, and imagine all the possibilities. Then it's time to get messy (in a fun way!) kids will make their very own art projects inspired by what they read. With bright colors, big imaginations, and lots of creativity, stories will come to life right on the page. In this class, you might be a scientist, an engineer, an artist, a tech whiz or math detective whenever inspiration strikes. Every day is hands on, brain boosting, and full of fun ways to create, explore, and express yourself!
November 21, 2026 to December 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

In STEAM Science Exploration, kids get to discover, create, and experiment as they explore the world through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session invites students to try hands?on activities, build simple projects, make observations, and use creative thinking to understand how things work. From exploring natural phenomena to designing imaginative creations, this class encourages kids to learn by doing and have fun while they're at it. This class is perfect for the kid that loves to explore, invent, create, or dive into new experience-no prior knowledge is needed.
September 12-26, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

In STEAM Science Exploration, kids get to discover, create, and experiment as they explore the world through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session invites students to try hands?on activities, build simple projects, make observations, and use creative thinking to understand how things work. From exploring natural phenomena to designing imaginative creations, this class encourages kids to learn by doing and have fun while they're at it. This class is perfect for the kid that loves to explore, invent, create, or dive into new experience-no prior knowledge is needed.
September 12-26, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Get ready to create, build, explore, and imagine in STEAM & Math! We'll use cool tools, try hands?on experiments, make awesome projects, and solve mystery challenges together. You might build a tower that can survive an earthquake, design your own invention, create colorful art with patterns, or crack math puzzles that unlock the next adventure!
October 24, 2026 to November 14, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Get ready to create, build, explore, and imagine in STEAM & Math! We'll use cool tools, try hands?on experiments, make awesome projects, and solve mystery challenges together. You might build a tower that can survive an earthquake, design your own invention, create colorful art with patterns, or crack math puzzles that unlock the next adventure!
October 24, 2026 to November 14, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Get ready to unleash your inner scientist! At this action packed Science Camp, you'll dive into mind blowing experiments and hands on challenges that reveal how the world really works. Ever wonder what makes something sink or float? Want to create bubbling chemical reactions or melt ice in surprising ways? You'll get to test it all! Throughout the week, you'll make predictions, run experiments, and figure out the "why" behind every cool result. You'll sharpen your problem solving skills, team up with fellow scientists, and experiment your way through discoveries that feel like real life magic. If you're ready to explore, create, and get a little messy, this camp is your ticket to an unforgettable science adventure!
July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2210

Sometimes shapes and colors can tell stories just as well as images of people, places, and things can! Geometry and art collide in a class focused on the art of Piet Mondrian, Paul Klee, Carmen Herrera, and more to see how they used simple squares, circles, rhombuses, and triangles in a way that conveyed deeper meaning. In this class, students will learn how to create dynamic compositions through paint, paper, and fabric' building your unique narrative up piece by piece!
Saturday, September 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Drawing is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to express ideas, stories, and feelings. In this class, young artists explore techniques that help them stretch their skills, experiment with new approaches, and discover what makes their artistic voice unique. Through guided activities and imaginative prompts, students learn how drawing and illustration can shape the way we observe the world, solve problems, and share who we are. By the end, they'll walk away with stronger skills, fresh confidence, and a deeper appreciation for how creativity can brighten every part of life.
July 13-16, 2026, Menard Hall Room 2205

Get ready for a festive, hands on Halloween adventure! Spooktacular Creators Club blends creativity, problem solving, and teamwork through engaging projects and interactive activities. Students will explore the imaginative side of Halloween as they tackle collaborative challenges, participate in movement based games, and express ideas through art and storytelling. All activities are age appropriate, exciting without being scary, and thoughtfully designed to build leadership skills, cooperation, confidence, and creative thinking. Costumes are welcome but optional. Participants should come ready to think creatively, work as a team, and enjoy a fun, seasonal experience with peers. This class is perfect for students looking for a festive way to connect, create, and celebrate Halloween together!
Saturday, October 24, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Join us for a fun and not too spooky Halloween themed class! Children are invited to explore the playful side of Halloween through hands on crafts, interactive games, imaginative storytelling, and movement activities. Students will build creativity and confidence as they work together on themed projects, practice following directions, and express themselves in a supportive, energetic environment. Activities are designed to be age appropriate, inclusive, and focused on fun rather than fear. Costumes are welcome (but optional), and all children are encouraged to come ready to learn, create, and celebrate the season. It's a BOOtiful way to enjoy Halloween while building social skills and having a great time!
Saturday, October 24, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Students dive into a high energy exploration of sports from around the world in this hands on, movement packed program. They'll discover a wide variety of sports from team favorites to unique individual events while learning the stories, traditions, and spirit behind the Olympic Games. Through interactive challenges and skill building activities, students practice how to play different sports as they strengthen teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship. Along the way, they'll meet inspiring athletes from history and today, uncover the dedication behind their achievements, and see how perseverance and fair play lead to success both on and off the field.
July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 2214

Get ready for a week where imagination meets innovation! Each day, campers will dive into delightful children's picture books that spark curiosity and connect directly to STEAM themes. After our daily read aloud, the story comes to life through hands on activities and creative projects inspired by Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. From building and experimenting to crafting and problem solving, campers will explore, create, and discover in a fun, supportive environment. If you love reading, making things, asking questions, and trying out new ideas, this is the perfect camp for you!
July 13-16, 2026, Sangamon Hall Room 1103

In the Design Zone, students step into the roles of architects and interior designers to conceptualize, draft, and build their own miniature environments. Students begin by learning the fundamentals of spatial planning and scale drawing, translating their creative visions from 2D sketches into detailed blueprints. The class culminates in a hands-on construction phase where they use various materials to create 3D architectural models, focusing on how form and function interact within a space. By the end of the program, students gain a practical understanding of geometry, engineering, and the design thinking process. Students in Morgan County can apply for financial assistance through The Jacksonville Promise. https://jacksonvillepromis.wixsite.com/fundraising.
July 13-16, 2026, LLCC-Jacksonville Room 1116

Discover the rich flavors and traditions behind this Louisiana classic. Learn how to build a flavorful gumbo from the roux up while preparing classic side dishes that complete the meal.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1107

Tweens Yoga is a fun and active way to build strength, improve balance, and clear your mind. In this class, we'll practice yoga poses, stretching, breathing, and relaxation while learning how to focus, manage stress, and feel confident in our bodies. Yoga isn't about being perfect, it's about trying, growing, and feeling good inside and out.
October 3-24, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Join us and discover the world around you! Our state is home to an amazing variety of plants and animals that make it a truly special place to live. In this class, we'll explore our local ecosystem through hands on projects that spotlight its incredible residents. From colorful plants like Black eyed Susans and Milkweed to fascinating animals such as White tailed Deer, Beavers, and Five lined Skinks, the nature just outside your door will inspire our creativity. We'll also learn about the important benefits these plants and animals provide to people and the environment. To bring it all to life, students will create exciting 3D dioramas that show these organisms in motion within their natural habitats!
Saturday, November 7, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Winter Maker Studio is a hands-on, creativity packed class where students become inventors, artists, and problem solvers, winter style! Inspired by the season, students will design, build, and experiment using a variety of materials and maker tools. From engineering cozy structures and crafting winter themed art to tackling fun design challenges and collaborative projects, kids will explore how ideas turn into creations. This class encourages curiosity, teamwork, and creative thinking in a welcoming studio environment. Whether students are sketching, building, testing, or re-imagining their designs, Winter Maker Studio is all about learning through making and having fun while staying cool and creative all winter long.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Winter Wishes Workshop is a cozy, creative class where students explore the magic of winter through imagination, making, and play. Designed for young learners, this workshop invites children to dream big as they create winter themed crafts, build imaginative projects, and take part in gentle design challenges inspired by wishes, kindness, and seasonal wonder. Students will use a variety of materials to bring their ideas to life, whether they're crafting sparkling snowflakes, designing a "wish keeper," or building something warm and wonderful for a winter world. Along the way, they'll practice sharing ideas, working together, and celebrating their creativity. Winter Wishes Workshop is all about joyful making, storytelling through art, and discovering that a little creativity can make winter feel magical.
Saturday, December 5, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1114

Enjoy all the flavor without the alcohol in this lively class. Prepare a variety of flavorful tacos with fresh toppings while learning to mix bright, refreshing zero-proof margaritas. Discover how citrus, herbs, and creative mixers can build bold flavor without the spirits. Participants must be 21 to register.
Friday, October 2, 2026, Workforce Careers Center Room 1107