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Everyday DSLR Photography 

ID:21500
Learn the basics of DSLR photography. Master your settings so you go off auto and onto manual to take photos with confidence. Own camera needed.   ...  View More

Start date: 04/01/26

End date: 04/22/26

Weekly - Wed 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (4/1/2026-4/22/2026)

4 sessions.

Days of the Week: Weekly - Wed .

Tuition: $39.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Activity Center Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Activity Center.

Room :  AC101

Instructor : Lindsey Calhoun 

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Phone Photography 

ID:21501
Learn how to capture stunning photos with just your phone! This class covers simple techniques for lighting, composition, and editing so you can take ...  View More

Start date: 04/29/26

End date: 04/29/26

Wed 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (4/29/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Wednesday .

Tuition: $19.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Activity Center Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Activity Center.

Room :  AC101

Instructor : Lindsey Calhoun 

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Custom Engraved Glass Vase for Mother's Day 

ID:21537
Make this Mother's Day unforgettable by crafting a personalized glass vase that blossoms with love! In this workshop, you'll learn how to use our lase ...  View More

Start date: 04/30/26

End date: 04/30/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (4/30/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $35.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building.

Room :  CB128

Instructor : Ian Nelson 

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Dance Floor Ready: Swing and Social Dance - Beginner 

ID:21549
Be ready for any opportunity to dance the night away. Come learn the basics of swing dance, salsa and other fun couple’s dance steps. Sign up with a p ...  View More

Start date: 05/01/26

End date: 05/22/26

Weekly - Fri 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM (5/1/2026-5/22/2026)

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4 sessions.

Days of the Week: Weekly - Fri .

Tuition: $49.00

Location : Mason City, The Music Man Square Location : 
  Mason City, The Music Man Square.

Room :  Music Man Square

Instructor : Jacob Riesen 

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Dance Floor Ready: Swing and Social Dance - Intermediate 

ID:21550
Be ready for any opportunity to dance the night away at the next level. Sign up with a partner, friend, or significant other so you’ll be ready for th ...  View More

Start date: 05/01/26

End date: 05/22/26

Weekly - Fri 7:45 PM - 9:00 PM (5/1/2026-5/22/2026)

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4 sessions.

Days of the Week: Weekly - Fri .

Tuition: $49.00

Location : Mason City, The Music Man Square Location : 
  Mason City, The Music Man Square.

Room :  Music Man Square

Instructor : Jacob Riesen 

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Beaded Plant Stake 

ID:21438
Add some fun bling to house or outdoor, seasonal plants with this fun decorative plant stake! Pick from an assortment of colorful beads and top it off ...  View More

Start date: 05/05/26

End date: 05/05/26

Tue 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM (5/5/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Tuesday .

Tuition: $19.00

Location : Garner, Garner Education Center Location : 
  Garner, Garner Education Center.

Room :  102

Instructor : Lisa Kraus 

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Laser Engraving: Personalize a Charcuterie Board 

ID:21538
Create unique and personalized gifts in this laser engraving workshop. Learn how to use our laser engraver to customize a slate charcuterie board with ...  View More

Start date: 05/14/26

End date: 05/14/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (5/14/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $29.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building.

Room :  CB128

Instructor : Ian Nelson 

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Cricut Cutting Machine Basics 

ID:22626
Learn the basics of Cricut design and cutting, including machine setup and simple projects. Bring your own machine or use ours. ...  View More

Start date: 06/04/26

End date: 06/04/26

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

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $29.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building.

Room :  CB128

Instructor : Ian Nelson 

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Critter Camp: Out Door Adventure Awaits 

ID:22344
Join us for a week of fun to kick off summer! Discover Iowa’s native animals, meet fascinating reptiles and amphibians face-to-face, catch and study b ...  View More

Start date: 06/08/26

End date: 06/12/26

Mon 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6/8/2026); Tue 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6/9/2026); Wed 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6/10/2026); Thu 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6/11/2026); Fri 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6/12/2026)

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5 sessions.

Days of the Week: Multiple Days of the Week :
  Monday.  
  Tuesday.  
  Wednesday.  
  Thursday.  
  Friday.  

Tuition: $9.00

Location : Multiple Location : 
  Forest City, Pilot Knob. 
  Forest City, Thorpe Park. 
  Leland, Hanson Nature Center.

Room : Multiple  Room : 
  Warming House. 
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Instructor : Lisa Ralls 

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Treasure Seeker: Metal Detector Basics 

ID:22551
Need a hobby? Intrigued by treasure seeking at your pace? This class will start with the ins and outs of choosing a metal detector, learning about d ...  View More

Start date: 06/08/26

End date: 06/08/26

Mon 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (6/8/2026)

Please read: Rain date June 9.

1 session

Days of the Week: Monday .

Tuition: $19.00

Instructor : Richard Ludeke 

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Paint and Pour: American Splash 

ID:22589
Join us in this creative, hands-on art class where you will explore the exciting technique of acrylic pour painting. Our instructor will teach you how ...  View More

Start date: 06/11/26

End date: 06/11/26

Thu 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (6/11/2026)

Please read: All supplies included in tuition.

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $35.00

Location : Charles City, NIACC Charles City Center Location : 
  Charles City, NIACC Charles City Center.

Instructor : Teresa Mathers 

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Cricut Basics: Vinyl Wood Signs 

ID:22627
Learn the basics of adhesive vinyl, including cutting, weeding, and using transfer tape while applying a design to a wooden plaque. ...  View More

Start date: 06/11/26

End date: 06/11/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (6/11/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $29.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Buettner Careers Building.

Room :  CB128

Instructor : Parker Gayther 

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