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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Connect with the New Moon and the star signs to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at New Moon Yoga: — Monday, Nov. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Music Barn — Thursday, Jan. 7, 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Library — Friday, Feb. 5, 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Library Instructor Josie Heck with […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 10+ (all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Learn more about the animals of Allerton at Wild Mammals of Illinois on Saturday, Jan. 9 from […]
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn approachable ways to draw from observation at The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 1: Finding Form on Saturday, January 9 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Emily Tackitt will lead a series of fun exercises to explore approachable ways to draw from observation. Students will experiment […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn the process of fusing and slumping at Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl on Sunday, January 10 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and January 24 from 12-2 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will lead this two-day workshop. On the first day, students will be introduced to glass for fusing […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; should have some tarot knowledge; ages 18+ It's the start of a New Year, and wouldn't it be nice to have a bit of insight as to what it might bring? Grab your favorite tarot deck and come join us for Mystic Monday: Predictive Tarot on Monday, January 11 from 6-8 p.m. […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver); children over 12 may participate with a registered adult Are you new to pottery […]
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Create your own adorable suncatcher at Intro to Stained Glass: Polar Bear on Thursday, January 14 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Studio. Join instructor Kari Keller for a fun and creative in-person experience! Students will learn how to craft a festive stained glass suncatcher from start to finish. Students will […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Create a winter-themed door hanger out of raw wood pieces at Hello Winter […] |
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Experience Level: Ages 10+; all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian Learn more about the plants of Allerton at Winter Botany on Saturday, January 16 and 23 from 10 […] |
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Experience level: Intermediate; ages 18+ Get excited for the upcoming spring by learning how to make a card stock art at Paper Flower Art: Winter Aconite on Sunday, January 17 from 1-4 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Cathy Peters will guide students on using a variety of coloring mediums and shaping techniques to create realistic […] 
Experience level: Know the rules and play American Mahjong; ages 18+ Play Mahjong surrounded by the ambiance of the historic Allerton Mansion at American Mahjong Open Play on select Sundays: January 17, February 14, or March 14 from 1-4 p.m.in the Mansion. Facilitated by Bianca Green and Natalie Bush, open play offers a relaxed and […]
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Experience level: Students should know how to maintain a sourdough starter and have experience mixing bread doughs; ages 15+; (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 7-12 (must have a signed participant waiver) Spend the day immersed in the world of Pokemon at Allerton Kids Club: Pokemon Art & Play on Monday […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Carve a spoon you can cook with daily at Woodcarving Basics: Long Kitchen Spoon on Tuesday, January 19 from 12-4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students to carve a useful wooden spoon to give as a gift or use in their own kitchen. Students […]
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Experience level: All skill levels; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn to utilize your own intuitive abilities at Harnessing the Power […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga: — Sunday, Oct. 25, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Will be held at the Sun Singer) — Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7-8 p.m. (Will be held in the Library) — Thursday, Jan. 21, 6-7 p.m. (Will be held in […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site) Learn more about birdwatching and how to contribute to important research at Intro to Birding and eBird on Friday, January 22 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio and outdoors. Allerton Natural Areas Manager Nate Beccue will help students learn about bird identification […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ No barn? No problem! Join the barn quilt movement at Barn Quilts on Saturday, January 23 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Jane Cade will share the history of barn quilts, techniques, tips, and discuss how to properly seal your finished piece after the paint has dried […]
Experience Level: Ages 10+; all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian Learn more about the plants of Allerton at Winter Botany on Saturday, January 16 and 23 from 10 […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Make time for some moving meditation followed by a drink and conversation at Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga on selected Sundays in the Meadow: — Sunday, October 18, 10-11am — Sunday, January 24, 10-11am (held in the Library) — Sunday, February 7, 10-11am (held in the Library) Josie with Yoga Off the Square […]
Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn the process of fusing and slumping at Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl on Sunday, January 10 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and January 24 from 12-2 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will lead this two-day workshop. On the first day, students will be introduced to glass for fusing […]
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn about how to improve your health by letting go of highly processed foods at Basics of Plant-Based eating on Sunday, January 24 from 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Instructor Karla Freeze will share the story of how she regained her health by adding more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and […] |
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Experience Level: All Levels (ages 16+) Immerse yourself in soothing sounds at a Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath on Mondays, Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 22 (Tuesday), Jan. 25, or Feb. 22 from 7-7:45 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Sound practitioner Marissa Michael will lead a sound bath using crystal singing bowls and chimes designed to […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 15+; (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn to create new neural pathways to promote a balanced mood at Herbal Magic: The Power of Aromatherapy on Wednesday, January 27 from 5-7 p.m. in the Evergreen Lodge. Instructor Candy Reeder will teach students how aromas travel […]
Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver); children over 12 may participate with a registered adult Are you new to pottery […] 
Experience level: All skill levels; ages 18+ Enjoy a social gathering of artists from all over at Drink and Draw on Thursdays, January 28 or February 25 from 6-9 p.m. in the Mansion. Instructor Jose Vazquez will be facilitating this time to connect, draw, paint, inspire and learn from one another over some drinks. Bring […] |
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Experience level: Beginner with sewing machine experience; ages 18+ Using a commercial pattern, create a button-down shirt in Sew a Button-Down Shirt on Saturday and Sunday, January 30-31 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Caitlin O’Donoghue, students will learn the basics of reading a commercial pattern and create a shirt that […]
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Transform a simple outline into something that feels dimensional and alive at The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 2: Chasing Light & Shadow on Saturday, January 30 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Emily Tackitt and students will slow down and explore how light moves across objects, […] |
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Experience level: Beginner with sewing machine experience; ages 18+ Using a commercial pattern, create a button-down shirt in Sew a Button-Down Shirt on Saturday and Sunday, January 30-31 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Caitlin O’Donoghue, students will learn the basics of reading a commercial pattern and create a shirt that […]
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Experience level: All skill levels; ages 13+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn basic drawing and watercolor techniques at Watercolor Birds on Sunday, January 31 […] 
Don’t let the end of the weekend get you down — head out to Allerton for a Sunday Funday on Sunday, January 31 from 2-4 p.m.! The first floor of […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn to carve a small, smooth palm-sized bird carved from a soft block of wood using a small knife at Learn to Carve a Comfort Bird on Tuesday, February 2 from 12-4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a carving […]
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Experience Level: Beginner; ages 13+ (ages 13-15 should have an adult present who does not need to register; ages 16-17 must have a parent/guardian on site or have a signed […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […] |
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn to create a cute ladybug stained glass suncatcher from start to finish at Intro to Stained Glass: Ladybug on Thursday, February 4 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach students the basics of glass cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. This class is perfect for all […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Get outside and get to know the birds at our First Friday Bird Hikes on Friday, November 6, December 4, or February 5 from 9-11 a.m. Meet […] 
Experience level: Beginner-Intermediate (must know how to use a sewing machine and keep it maintained during sewing); ages 18+ Learn to complete a plush bear with a bowtie at Sew a Plush Bear on Friday throughSunday, February 5-7 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Rhoda Crawford, the three days will be […]
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Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Refine your hand sewing skills at Beginning Hand Sewing on Friday, February 5 from […] |
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Experience Level: Some weaving experience needed; ages 18+ Have you taken Beginning Weaving I and want to continue your craft? Do so at Beginning Weaving II on Saturday and Sunday, February 6-7 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This two-day class with instructor Sharon Bowles will be a continuation of Beginning Weaving I, but instead […]
Experience level: Beginner-Intermediate (must know how to use a sewing machine and keep it maintained during sewing); ages 18+ Learn to complete a plush bear with a bowtie at Sew a Plush Bear on Friday throughSunday, February 5-7 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Rhoda Crawford, the three days will be […]
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Experience level: Beginner (students should be familiar with basic knit stitch); ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Warm-up with a shawl you […] |
