Waste Not, Wag A Lot: Homemade Dog Treats

Using everyday leftover food that may otherwise go to waste, we'll create healthy dog treats. Students need to bring a 9x13 inch baking sheet to take their treats home.

Saturday, December 6, 10 a.m.-12 noon

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Paint an outdoor barn quilt that will last. It can be used indoors as well. Wood is not used. Your barn quilt blank is ready to have your design applied. Choose from 48+ patterns and a rainbow of colors the day of class. Designs range from simple to complex. You will need to bring yellow Delicate FrogTape (1.41 width is best-it can be purchased at a hardware store), hairdryer and a heavy-duty extension cord. 

Saturday, Nov 8, 10am-3pm, $30 (includes nibbles and bites, coffee and iced tea), West Education Center on Columbus Campus

A NEW EVENT! A fun-filled expo brimming with the anticipation of the glorious holidays, mindful and grateful of traditions. Our desire is to offer ideas and tips on creating memories with a sense of ease and joy. There will be a key-note presentation and then break-out sessions on a multitude of holiday topics. Online registration is not allowed for this event. Please contact Karen Mroczek at 402-562-1249 and request a brochure.

Unlock the secret to healthier eating with sorghum! Packed with nutrients, gluten-free, and perfect for modern kitchens, sorghum is the ultimate superfood you need to know. You will learn the history and nutritional benefits of sorghum and how to cook, bake, and enjoy this powerhouse grain while improving your well-being. 

Advanced Genealogy Techniques

Have you worked on your family tree, but hit a brick wall? Have you heard that land deeds, tax records, and other sources can be used in genealogy, but don't know how to use them? This course will help you identify techniques and strategies for getting passed roadblocks in your family tree.

Tuesdays, October 28-November 11, 6:30-8 p.m.

American Sign Language Level II

Level II: The advanced class reviews basic words, and quickly progresses to forming sentences and engaging in more complex communications. Ideal for those who have completed Level I or have some prior knowledge of American Sign Language.

These classes teach ASL with a strong emphasis on deaf culture. Students will learn through immersive group conversations and interactions.

Mondays, October 13, 20, 27, and November 3, 6-8 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 6-8 p.m., $35, Kerri Hoppe, Hy-Vee Club Room, 3010 23rd St., Columbus

Learn a new skill in 2025! Kerri Hoppe is a passionate baker who will help you master the fundamentals of making handmade bread. All are invited to attend, whether you have little experience or possess culinary skills. Each class will focus on the consistency of the dough, different flours, baking techniques, kneading skills and how a loaf should look and feel. Each student will take home bread dough to bake. Register early; each class is limited to 10 students.

If you have a basic knowledge of sewing and are interested in learning the fundamentals of quilting, this class is for you. Students will learn to create the log cabin block that can be transformed into a table runner, pillow or lap throw. A supply list will be provided upon registration. Bring your own sewing machine or use one of ours. 

Sunday, Nov. 30, 10:30am-5:30pm, $75 (includes ticket, transportation and snack), Susan Schoenhofer, Omaha Comm. Playhouse production

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Omaha's glorious production filled with music, elaborate costumes, warmth and the true meaning of Christmas. The bus will depart and return to a Columbus location. Please bring a sack lunch as we will leave at 10:30 a.m. The Omaha Community Playhouse staff will provide a private backstage tour before the 2 p.m. Matinee performance of A Christmas Carol.

Sunday, Mar. 22, 2026, 10:30am-5:30pm, $75 (includes ticket, transportation and snack), Susan Schoenhofer, Omaha Comm. Playhouse production

A 1970s cruise turns from boogie fever into hilarious chaos, all set to your favorite retro hits like “Hot Stuff,” “I Will Survive” and “Hooked on a Feeling.”  The bus will depart and return to a Columbus location. Please bring a sack lunch as we will leave at 10:30 a.m. The Omaha Community Playhouse staff will provide a private backstage tour before the 2 p.m. Matinee performance of Disaster! The Musical

Sunday, June 7, 2026, 10:30am-5:30pm, $75 (includes ticket, transportation and snack), Susan Schoenhofer, Omaha Comm. Playhouse production

A practically perfect nanny transforms the lives of the Banks family with dazzling choreography, unforgettable songs and heartwarming adventures. The bus will depart and return to a Columbus location. Please bring a sack lunch as we will leave at 10:30 a.m. The Omaha Community Playhouse staff will provide a private backstage tour before the 2 p.m. Matinee performance of Mary Poppins.