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Personalized Slate Drink Coasters 

ID:21531
Create a unique and stylish pair of slate coasters in this hands-on workshop! Using a laser engraver, you’ll personalize two slate coasters with your ...  View More

Start date: 01/15/26

End date: 01/15/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (1/15/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $25.00

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

Room :  CB128

Instructor : Ian Nelson 

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Personalized Whiskey Glasses 

ID:21532
Design a pair of custom whiskey glasses that are uniquely yours! In this workshop, you will learn how to use a laser engraver to etch names, initials, ...  View More

Start date: 01/29/26

End date: 01/29/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (1/29/2026)

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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Personalized Wine Glasses 

ID:21533
Create your own unique pair of wine glasses in this fun, hands-on workshop! Using our laser engraver, you’ll personalize two glasses with names, initi ...  View More

Start date: 02/12/26

End date: 02/12/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2/12/2026)

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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Cup Etching For Beginners 

ID:21488
Learn the basics of glass etching in this fun beginner class! Choose from some simple, easy options. This is a great way to make personalized gifts or ...  View More

Start date: 02/24/26

End date: 02/24/26

Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (2/24/2026)

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1 session

Days of the Week: Tuesday .

Tuition: $19.00

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

Room :  102

Instructor : Ashley Kraus 

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Bunny Wreath 

ID:21490
Hop into spring by creating a cute bunny-shaped door hanger! Add your own personal touch for a festive piece to brighten your home.  

Start date: 03/10/26

End date: 03/10/26

Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (3/10/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Tuesday .

Tuition: $35.00

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

Room :  102

Instructor : Ashley Kraus 

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Bunny Wreath 

ID:21491
Hop into spring by creating a cute bunny-shaped door hanger! Add your own personal touch for a festive piece to brighten your home.  

Start date: 03/19/26

End date: 03/19/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (3/19/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $35.00

Location : Forest City, John V Hanson Career Center Location : 
  Forest City, John V Hanson Career Center.

Instructor : Ashley Kraus 

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Handheld CNC Routers: Intro to Shaper Origin 

ID:21535
Curious about CNC routing? In this introductory workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of using the Shaper Origin, a powerful handheld CNC router. ...  View More

Start date: 03/26/26

End date: 03/26/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (3/26/2026)

1 session

Days of the Week: Thursday .

Tuition: $25.00

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

Room :  CB128

Instructor : Ian Nelson 

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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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Camp CSI 

ID:21635
“Become a detective for a day! Collect clues, analyze evidence, and crack the case at Camp CSI.”  

Start date: 04/03/26

End date: 04/03/26

Fri 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (4/3/2026)

Please read: For students in grades 6-8.

1 session

Days of the Week: Friday .

Tuition: $35.00

Location : Mason City, NIACC Muse Norris Conference Center Location : 
  Mason City, NIACC Muse Norris Conference Center.

Instructor : Mary Vrba 

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Cup Etching For Beginners 

ID:21543
Learn the basics of glass etching in this fun beginner class! Choose from some simple, easy options. This is a great way to make personalized gifts or ...  View More

Start date: 04/07/26

End date: 04/07/26

Tue 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (4/7/2026)

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1 session

Days of the Week: Tuesday .

Tuition: $19.00

Location : Forest City, John V Hanson Career Center Location : 
  Forest City, John V Hanson Career Center.

Instructor : Ashley Kraus 

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Personalize a Tumbler! 

ID:21536
Engrave your name, a favorite quote, or a unique graphic onto a tumbler! All materials included!

Start date: 04/09/26

End date: 04/09/26

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (4/9/2026)

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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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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