Events for December 13, 2026
Tatting 101
Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn how fancy lace doilies are made in Tatting 101 on Sunday, December 13 from 12-4 p.m. in the Studio. In this workshop, Billie Theide will teach students the basics of tatting, the historical craft of creating knotted lace. Students will also learn how to shuttle and needle tat, select […]
Carriage Rides
Take a ride in our winter wonderland during Carriage Rides on Sunday, December 13 from 12-5 p.m. Merrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the […]
Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa
Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion in a quieter environment with a smaller crowd at Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the […]
Sweets With Santa presented by State Bank of Bement
Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion* — and Santa! — at Sweets with Santa presented by State Bank of Bement on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 2-5 p.m. in the […]
Cookie Decorating
Evergreen Lodge MonticelloExperience level: Beginner; all ages (Children under 13 must have an adult register with them. Children 14+ must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn new techniques to decorate delicious cookies at Cookie Decorating in the Evergreen Lodge. Sunday, December 13 from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, December 19 from 1-3 p.m. Instructor Jennifer Holhubner […]
Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union
Make memories this holiday season with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20, 22-23, and 26-31*! This […]




