Johnston Community Education

Participants will learn the basics of planning a successful garden! Learn from a local Master Gardener. Plenty of time for Q&A will be provided. Instructor: ISU Extension

Clowning is a fulfilling and fun activity! Members of the Korn Patch Klowns will instruct in beginning clown basics: history, clown types, basic make-up and costuming options--including make-up application, clowning etiquette, routines, & clowning opportunities. Beginning make-up materials will be provided. Instructor: Mark Schillerstrom

Beekeeping 201 Notes: If you would like to purchase the presentation content delivered by our Beekeeping 201 instructor, this is your option to do that. The presentation slides will be emailed to you 48 hours prior to the start of the Beekeeping 201 class by Johnston Community Education. The presentation consists of approximately 100 PowerPoint slides. You will receive the file in a fillable-PDF format so that you have the option to print the notes and bring them with you OR bring a laptop to class and take notes right on the slides. This presentation was created by our instructor, Julia McGuire, for the Beekeeping 201 class. She hopes that the notes will be a great resource for participants after the class ends, but also requests that you not share the notes with others who have not taken the class.

For gardeners utilizing limited space like raised beds and containers who hope to generate a bumper crop of edible plants! Learn from a local Master Gardener. Plenty of time for Q&A will be provided. Instructor: ISU Extension

This course will present an overview of a beekeeper's year regarding labor, costs, and seasonal considerations; city bee laws, activities that will support pollinators whether you are a beekeeper or not, as well as providing other informational resources for continue learning. Find out what all the 'buzz' is about! Instructor: Julia McGuire

This class prepares participants to enjoy fishing! Instructor Matt Baugh will present information about choosing the right rod/reel combo, types of fishing line, terminal tackle (hooks, weights, etc) and end the class with 3 rigs that work no matter where fishing. The in-class session will be followed by an off-site session at a local fishin hole on Saturday, 4/29/23 - time and location TBD. Instructor: Matt Baugh

Participants will learn the basics of writing and publishing from an Iowa author. Jennifer Luing Schafer has self-published four books to date and will share her story and lessons in order to help aspiring writers get started in publishing their own work. Participants should provide TWO journals for this class. One for journaling and one for note-taking. Instructor: Jennifer Shafer

It's never too late to learn a new musical skill! This one-time Zoom class is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on. Musicians get basic resources and develop their skills. Instructor: Craig Coffman

It's never too late to learn a new musical skill! This one-time Zoom class is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on. Musicians get basic resources and develop their skills. Instructor: Craig Coffman

Just Write is a creative writing class that will get participants’ creative writing juices flowing from mind to paper. Students will explore and discuss different creative tools authors utilize to intrigue readers and practice applying those tools to their own writing. Participants should provide TWO journals for this class. One for journaling and one for note-taking. Instructor: Jennifer Shafer

Participants will have an evening of painting fun with friends or family as they paint a masterpiece on canvas. Registration includes painting instruction, all supplies, and a 16x20-inch canvas to take home. Seating is limited; register early. Instructor: Painting with a Twist Staff

The TIG welding (GTAW) process is a highly sophisticated, precise, and versatile arc welding method that joins almost all metals. In other words, TIG welding is incredible. But, it’s also very challenging. Join to learn the ins and outs of basic TIG welding and begin taking on more challenging projects! Instructor: Alex Petersen