Ivy Tech Center for Lifelong Learning

06/03/2026

Who doesn’t love a bowl of noodles? At this camp for middle and high school participants, we will make all sorts of noodle dishes inspired by global flavors, such as Japchae, Cacio e Pepe, Pad Thai, and Mei Fun, in the professional kitchens of Ivy Tech’s Culinary Arts & Hospitality Administration Program. While our noodle dishes can easily be made gluten-free and all are vegetarian, some ingredients we may not be able to substitute without losing the dish’s deliciousness, such as soy sauce, nuts, garlic, and cheese. This camp is for the adventurous eater!

For more information, and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

06/01/2026

Over time, chronic stress can erode our physical and mental health, cognitive functioning, and vital relationships. In this course, participants explore how to access the body’s innate capacity for balance to find calm and healing amidst life’s pressures. With the guidance of a certified facilitator, participants learn about and practice powerful techniques for stress management and autonomic nervous system regulation. Skills learned include soft-belly breathing, guided visualization, self-directed relaxation, self-expression through drawing, prompted journaling, moving meditation, and more!

For more information and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

05/29/2026

05/28/2026

“Eat food, not too much, mostly plants,” is the famous mantra from author Michael Pollan for a healthy, sustainable diet. In this cooking camp for middle and high school participants, you'll learn what that can mean through exciting plant-based meals each day that go beyond a mixed greens salad, all made in the professional kitchens of Ivy Tech's Culinary Arts & Hospitality Administration Program. We will explore the versatility of the mighty king oyster mushroom, so this is not a camp for the food-squeamish!

For more details and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

05/26/2026

Learn to make your own soap this spring in our upcoming Fundamentals of Soap Making class! In this course with instructor Megan Goodall, owner of local artisan home, bath, and body company Soak Soapworks, we will cover the fundamentals of making bar soap safely. In addition, you will learn about the materials, equipment, and potential suppliers needed for making soap in your own home.

While a very general description of the chemistry will be covered, this class will not go into the specifics, and no prior knowledge of chemistry is required. A formulation (recipe) for making soap will be provided in class. At the end of the class, you will have the knowledge to make bar soaps at home independently.

For more details, and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

05/22/2026

In this 1-week introduction to synthesizers for rising 6th-8th graders, we’ll explore the basics of wave shapes, how to use components to modify the sounds they produce, and the various types of audio synthesis available through different software options. Participants will also learn about classic synthesizer music and how it has evolved into what we use today, then explore their own interests through creative exercises to help generate ideas for their own music and other forms of audio synthesis.

From creating the sounds of a flute and a violin to a screaming electric guitar, alien spaceships, laser beams, and other worldly soundscapes, electronic music and sounds created by audio synthesizers have been a staple of music and film soundtracks since their inception. Nearly all the soundtrack and sound effects to your favorite video game or movie were composed and created by these fascinating instruments!

For more details and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

05/20/2026

Explore the world of textile and surface design techniques while developing fundamental skills, patience, and confidence working with thread and fabric through our 1-week Fiber Arts Camp. Designed specifically for grades 6-8 who are new to fiber arts or want to hone their fundamental skills, students will learn to get creative with fiber arts through hands-on projects in embroidery, hand sewing, fabric printmaking, needle felting, and other mixed-media fiber processes. Each day introduces new materials and techniques, allowing students to experiment, practice, and build toward several finished projects by the end of the camp.

Our camp goals include: developing fine motor skills and attention to detail; practicing creative problem-solving and design thinking; examining color, texture, and pattern in textile art; gaining confidence in using fiber tools safely and responsibly; and expressing individual style through fabric and decorative art!

For more details and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

05/18/2026

Amaze yourself and fool your friends, family, and future audiences! In this 1-week introduction to magic for participants Grades 6-8, you'll learn this theatrical craft and art from Tom Hastings, a retired high school teacher, performer, and current demonstrator for Denny’s Magic Showroom in Nashville, IN. With over 60 years of experience, Tom introduces and teaches basic psychological, mechanical, and manipulative skills to enhance your knowledge, appreciation, practice, and performance. You will learn a stunning new vocabulary and how to navigate the many resources available to novice wizards. All supplies provided.

For more details and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.

05/15/2026

Escape into the world of 2D art for a week of drawing and painting! This camp is perfect for rising 6th-8th grade students who have participated in our Ivy Arts for Kids program and want to strengthen their drawing and painting skills further and learn new techniques to express their own ideas. Students will observe demonstrations and create from life as well as the imagination using the design elements they will learn, including techniques, colors, patterns, and shapes. This camp will provide plenty of individual attention beyond demonstrations and activities, and can accommodate beginners and students who want to advance their practice.

For more details and to register, visit ivytech.edu/cll.