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SUMMARY:The Farms: Basics of Plant-Based Eating
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn how to improve your health by letting go of highly processed foods at Basics of Plant-Based Eating on Sunday\, Feb. 1 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio. \nInstructor Karla Freeze will share the story of how she regained her health by adding more fruits\, vegetables\, whole grains\, nuts and seeds to her diet. She will also provide resources and tips for a healthy journey\, including the six pillars of health as outlined by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. \n$25/person. Register here. Registration will close Jan. 25 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nKarla Freeze credits the plant-based lifestyle she switched to about 12 years ago for greatly improving her health\, helping her to reverse ailments including type 2 diabetes\, high cholesterol\, psoriasis\, sleep apnea\, while also helping her lose weight. \n“Plant-based education is my passion\,” she said. \nKarla has done many educational sessions throughout central Illinois and worked with an international dining services company in presenting health sessions in Dallas and Houston. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-basics-of-plant-based-eating-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:The Farms: The Resilient Runner
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn all about running\, from injury prevention and the power of nutrition to race-day preparation and post-race recovery at The Resilient Runner on Mondays\, Feb. 2\, Feb. 23\, March 23 and April 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Library.\nInstructor Dr. Laura Cayce — who holds a doctorate of Chiropractic and a Master of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation — will lead students in the following subjects to get ready for race season (see detailed class descriptions here):\n— Feb. 2: Foundations of Injury Prevention & Movement Screening\n— Feb. 23: Strength & Mobility for Resilience\n— March 23: Recovery Strategies & Load Management\n— April 20: Final Tune-Up and Race Day Injury Prevention\n$90/person. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 1 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodation to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nDr. Laura Cayce completed her education at Logan University in Chesterfield\, Missouri with dual degrees including a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a Masters of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation. She has gained an appreciation for the power of nutrition and is currently completing post-doctoral training to attain a Diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Nutrition.\nDr. Cayce focuses on the health and well-being of others while maintaining her team mentality\, problem-solving\, and biomechanical thought processes that she obtained through sports. Through her care she has supported team members of the Chicago Red Stars\, the University of Missouri Football team\, Lyons Township Soccer Club\, and individual athletes competing at the professional level for Ironman events. At Pillar Health Co.\nHer treatment approach is evidence-based and individually tailored.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-the-resilient-runner-3/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Advanced Knitting: Cables
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced (need to know how to knit and purl)\nTake your knitting skills to a new level at Advanced Knitting: Cables on Monday\, Feb. 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. The Studio.\nStudents will learn the background of cable knitting from instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf\, then get hands-on practice on how to make raised travelling stitches using a cable needle. Students must be comfortable with knitting and purling.\n$65/person*. Register here. Registration will close Jan. 25 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring one of these two supply options (and are advised to purchase them as soon as possible\, since availability can change):\nOPTION 1: 1 skein of Lion Brand Fisherman’s Wool in a color of your choosing. This is an Aran (worsted) weight yarn made of 100% natural wool yarn known for its warmth and durability. There are 465 yards per skein. It is hand washable\, lay flat to dry. Avoid choosing the darker color or the one with flecks as the cables won’t show up as nicely. Either natural or oatmeal are recommended\, but birch tweed and brown heather will also work.\nOPTION 2: 3 balls of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Worsted weight yarn in a color of your choosing. This yarn is made of 80% acrylic and 20% wool. There are 197 yards per ball; the three balls must be the same dye lot. It is machine washable. A lighter color is best; choose a solid color as opposed to a variegated one.\nAdditional Supplies Required:\n— Pair of US size 9 (5.5 mm) single point\, straight knitting needles\n— Cable needle: KnitPro Simfonie brand is recommended \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the Instructor\nCharlie Rainbow Wolf describes herself as an “old hippie” who has studied the “weird ways of the world for nearly 50 years.” She is happiest with her hands in the mud\, either making pottery in her ‘artbox’ or tending things in her ‘yarden’ (yard + garden).\nAstrology\, tarot and herbs are Charlie’s greatest interests\, but she has dabbled in most metaphysical topics in the last five decades — because life always has something new to offer.\nShe is a contributing author for Llewellyn Worldwide\, is a ghostwriter for renowned psychic celebrities\, and makes a wicked batch of fudge! Charlie lives in central Illinois with her very patient husband and special needs Great Danes.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-advanced-knitting-cables-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T113000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165244Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Learn to Draw
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn a life-long skill you can continue to practice on your own at Learn To Draw on Wednesdays\, Feb. 4 through Feb. 25 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in The Studio.\nInstructor Sally Walsh will guide students in various drawing techniques to gain a basic understanding of drawing\, including shading properly to create beautiful artwork.\n$70/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 3 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring:\n— Spiral-bound sketchbook or mixed media pad (9”x12”)\n— Pencil\n— Kneaded eraser\n— See-through plastic ruler\n— Pencil blender for shading \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSally Walsh is a retired art teacher from Richland Community College in Decatur. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience and has led previous art classes at Allerton.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-learn-to-draw/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165243Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Beginning Pen & Ink
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn to draw\, shade and create texture at Beginning Pen & Ink on Wednesdays\, Feb. 4 through Feb. 25 from 12 to 2:30 p.m. in The Studio.\nInstructor Sally Walsh will teach the basics of hatching\, dots and varied lines to help students learn how to create texture and visual interest.\n$70/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 3 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring:\n— Spiral-bound sketchbook or mixed media pad (9”x12”)\n— Pencil\n— Kneaded eraser\n— See through plastic ruler\n— 1 to 3 black roller ball\, gel or felt tip Sharpie-type pens with varying tip sizes. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSally Walsh is a retired art teacher from Richland Community College in Decatur. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience and has led previous art classes at Allerton.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-beginning-pen-ink-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T113000
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Beginning Watercolor (morning)
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn the foundational skills of watercolor at Beginning Watercolor on Thursdays\, Feb. 5\, Feb. 12\, Feb. 19 & Feb. 26 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. in The Studio.\nInstructor and former art educator Sally Walsh will walk students through new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes\, flowers\, fruit\, glass and special effects.\n$70/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 4 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring:\n— 140 lb. watercolor paper pad: no smaller than 9″x12″ (spiral bound is best)\n— 16-color oval pan watercolor paint set\, Prang brand preferred. (Students can choose to borrow a watercolor pallet and brushes for a $10 fee\, which can be applied at registration).\n— Minimum of three brushes with pointed bristles: large (No. 10-12)\, medium (No. 6-8) and small (No. 4-6)\n— Pencil\, clear ruler\, kneaded eraser \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSally Walsh is a retired art teacher from Richland Community College in Decatur. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience and has led previous art classes at Allerton.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-beginning-watercolor-morning/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20251208T161341Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Beginning Watercolor (afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn the foundational skills of watercolor at Beginning Watercolor on Thursdays\, Feb. 5 through Feb. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in The Studio. \nInstructor and former art educator Sally Walsh will walk students through new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes\, flowers\, fruit\, glass and special effects. \n$70/person*. Register here. Registration will close Jan. 29 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring: \n— 140 lb. watercolor paper pad: no smaller than 9″x12″ (spiral bound is best) \n— 16-color oval pan watercolor paint set\, Prang brand preferred. (Students can choose to borrow a watercolor pallet and brushes for a $10 fee\, which can be applied at registration). \n— Minimum of three brushes with pointed bristles: large (No. 10-12)\, medium (No. 6-8) and small (No. 4-6) \n— Pencil\, clear ruler\, kneaded eraser \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nSally Walsh is a retired art teacher from Richland Community College in Decatur. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience and has led previous art classes at Allerton. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-beginning-watercolor-afternoon/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165241Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165241Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Watercolor (afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn the foundational skills of watercolor at Beginning Watercolor on Thursdays\, Feb. 5 through Feb. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in The Studio.\nInstructor and former art educator Sally Walsh will walk students through new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes\, flowers\, fruit\, glass and special effects.\n$70/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 4 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring:\n— 140 lb. watercolor paper pad: no smaller than 9″x12″ (spiral bound is best)\n— 16-color oval pan watercolor paint set\, Prang brand preferred. (Students can choose to borrow a watercolor pallet and brushes for a $10 fee\, which can be applied at registration).\n— Minimum of three brushes with pointed bristles: large (No. 10-12)\, medium (No. 6-8) and small (No. 4-6)\n— Pencil\, clear ruler\, kneaded eraser \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSally Walsh is a retired art teacher from Richland Community College in Decatur. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience and has led previous art classes at Allerton.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-beginning-watercolor-afternoon-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165241Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Intermediate Watercolor: Still Life
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Intermediate\nContinue your journey through watercolor at Intermediate Watercolor: Still Life on Thursdays\, Feb. 5 through Feb. 26 from 2:30 to 5 p.m. in The Studio.\nAimed at those who completed the Beginning Watercolor class or have some experience\, instructor and former art educator Sally Walsh will help students build on foundational skills and techniques and learn new techniques each week to create still life paintings.\n$70/person*. Register here. Registration will close Jan. 29 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring:\n— 140 lb. watercolor paper pad: no smaller than 9″x12″ (spiral bound is best)\n— 16-color oval pan watercolor paint set\, Prang brand preferred. (Students can choose to borrow a watercolor pallet and brushes for a $10 fee\, which can be applied at registration).\n— Minimum of three brushes with pointed bristles: large (No. 10-12)\, medium (No. 6-8) and small (No. 4-6)\n— Pencil\, clear ruler\, kneaded eraser \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSally Walsh is a retired art teacher from Richland Community College in Decatur. She has more than 30 years of teaching experience and has led previous art classes at Allerton.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-intermediate-watercolor-still-life/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T160000
DTSTAMP:20251208T160659Z
CREATED:20251208T160659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T160659Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Basket Weaving: Country Catch All
DESCRIPTION:Basket Weaving: Country Catch All \nExperience Level: All \nLearn the basics of weaving and take home a basket at Basket Weaving: Country Catch All on Friday\, Feb. 6 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. \nInstructor Bonnie Rideout will lead students in laying out a woven\, filled base and tuck the filler spokes with the “chicken feet” technique. Students will also learn about starting and stopping and how to use a flat locking row. Sea grass will be used as a rim and the baskets will feature a walnut accent color and two buttons on the front. This County Catch All basket will fit almost any décor! \n$65/person. Register here. Registration will close Jan. 23 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nBonnie Rideout wove her first basket in 1994 and quickly caught the “basket bug.” She created a business — Bonnie’s Baskets in Decatur — in 2006 to teach others to weave. She is also a traveling instructor and has taught weaving in 18 states. \nFind out more about Bonnie on her website\, Facebook\, Instagram and Etsy pages. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-basket-weaving-country-catch-all/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T160000
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Basket Weaving: Country Catch All
DESCRIPTION:Basket Weaving: Country Catch All\nExperience Level: All\nLearn the basics of weaving and take home a basket at Basket Weaving: Country Catch All on Friday\, Feb. 6 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Auditorium. \nInstructor Bonnie Rideout will lead students in laying out a woven\, filled base and tuck the filler spokes with the “chicken feet” technique. Students will also learn about starting and stopping and how to use a flat locking row. Sea grass will be used as a rim and the baskets will feature a walnut accent color and two buttons on the front. This County Catch All basket will fit almost any décor!\n$65/person. Register here. Registration will close Jan. 23 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nBonnie Rideout wove her first basket in 1994 and quickly caught the “basket bug.” She created a business — Bonnie’s Baskets in Decatur — in 2006 to teach others to weave. She is also a traveling instructor and has taught weaving in 18 states.\nFind out more about Bonnie on her website\, Facebook\, Instagram and Etsy pages.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-basket-weaving-country-catch-all/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T160000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165218Z
CREATED:20251208T161307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165218Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Link It! Chainmaille Jewelry
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn how to use the pattern originally used in armor for jewelry making at Link it! Chainmaille Jewelry on Sunday\, Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in The Studio.\nHistorically\, chainmaille was used as protective armor\, as the linked rings resulted in a strong\, flexible fabric. Jewelers have adopted the repeatable pattern of the rings to make unique pieces of jewelry. In this workshop\, instructor Billie Theide will help students make and source jump rings\, create patterns and make jewelry. Students will receive a toolkit to keep\, along with a folder of instructional materials to take home.\n$110/person. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 5 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the Instructor\nBillie Theide is a former chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, where she is Professor Emerita. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City and the Racine Art Museum\, among others.\nShe is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-link-it-chainmaille-jewelry/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T170000
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn about the process of making sourdough bread at Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking on Sunday\, Feb. 8 or March 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Mansion Kitchen and Carriage House. (Each class covers the same material.) \nInstructor Hannah Fink will cover the basic biology of a ferment and what it means to a sourdough culture\, how to mix sourdough\, how to maintain a healthy starter in your home and the importance of baking with regionally grown grains. Students will also get hands-on experience as they learn to mix sourdough. \nPrepared dough will be available to showcase baking and for students to prepare a snack toward the end of class. Students will take home their own jar of sourdough culture\, a sample of gains from Janie’s Mill\, as well as printouts of everything covered\, simple recipes and a thorough list of resources. \n$100/person*. Registration will close 10 days before each course begins or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring a container to take home their sourdough (5-quart capacity preferred). \n— Feb. 8 \n— March 15 \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the Instructor \nHannah Fink — a baker and local food enthusiast — started Tooth Butter Cottage Bakery in Urbana so she could be at home with her son and still keep her hands in dough. She revels in naturally leavened bread and quality pastries and focuses on organic whole grains\, mostly stone milled from Janie’s Mill in Ashkum. \nShe is of the firm belief that a “toothy dose of good butter” is the best start\, which led to the name of her business that bakes for special orders and pop-up collaborations with fellow creators. \nHannah started baking about 11 years ago while working in the music industry in Nashville and ended up falling in love with it enough to change careers. She started as a bread delivery driver\, then worked as a kitchen manager at Pear Tree Estate in Champaign and as a pastry manager in Michigan. \nFink is a member of the Artisan Grain Collaborative and is looking forward to passing on the knowledge she has gained on breads and grains. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-beginner-sourdough-breadmaking-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165217Z
CREATED:20260327T222520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165217Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn about the process of making sourdough bread at Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking on Sunday\, Feb. 8 or March 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Mansion Kitchen and Carriage House. (Each class covers the same material.)\nInstructor Hannah Fink will cover the basic biology of a ferment and what it means to a sourdough culture\, how to mix sourdough\, how to maintain a healthy starter in your home and the importance of baking with regionally grown grains. Students will also get hands-on experience as they learn to mix sourdough.\nPrepared dough will be available to showcase baking and for students to prepare a snack toward the end of class. Students will take home their own jar of sourdough culture\, a sample of gains from Janie’s Mill\, as well as printouts of everything covered\, simple recipes and a thorough list of resources.\n$100/person*. Registration will close 10 days before each course begins or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring a container to take home their sourdough (5-quart capacity preferred).\n— Feb. 8 (SOLD OUT)\n— March 15 (SOLD OUT) \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the Instructor\nHannah Fink — a baker and local food enthusiast — started Tooth Butter Cottage Bakery in Urbana so she could be at home with her son and still keep her hands in dough. She revels in naturally leavened bread and quality pastries and focuses on organic whole grains\, mostly stone milled from Janie’s Mill in Ashkum.\nShe is of the firm belief that a “toothy dose of good butter” is the best start\, which led to the name of her business that bakes for special orders and pop-up collaborations with fellow creators.\nHannah started baking about 11 years ago while working in the music industry in Nashville and ended up falling in love with it enough to change careers. She started as a bread delivery driver\, then worked as a kitchen manager at Pear Tree Estate in Champaign and as a pastry manager in Michigan.\nFink is a member of the Artisan Grain Collaborative and is looking forward to passing on the knowledge she has gained on breads and grains.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-beginner-sourdough-breadmaking-4/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T180000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165216Z
CREATED:20251208T160650Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Life Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: All levels\nLearn to draw from a live model at Life Drawing on Sundays\, Feb. 8\, March 8\, April 19 or May 10 from 3 to 6 p.m. in the Mansion Library.\nIn these lightly instructed sessions by Vivian Krishnan\, students can learn more about quick gestures\, long poses\, and costumed and nude models. Each class will include a demonstration that touches on fundamental techniques of life drawing.\n$320/person* for the entire series here or $100/class at the links below (payment plans available!). Registration will close Feb. 6 for the entire series or two days before each subsequent class. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring:\n— An 18×24” newsprint drawing pad\n— Art supplies they would like to try out during the class (vine charcoal will be provided)\n— An easel they are comfortable with; otherwise one will be provided\n— Feb. 8\n— March 8\n— April 19\n— May 10 \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nVivian Krishnan is a multimedia artist with works that cross the vast stage of storytelling\, from designing costumes for theatrical characters to writing and illustrating diverse children’s books. She received her bachelors in Durango\, Colorado\, focusing on Printmaking and Sculpture as well as earning her MFA at UIUC in Theatrical Design.\nVivian is a life-long learner of many mediums and is excited to see how art continues to play a role at Allerton.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-life-drawing/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165154Z
CREATED:20251208T161420Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Learn to Spin Yarn
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Thursday\, Dec. 11\, Wednesday\, Feb. 11 or Thursday\, April 9 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. (All courses cover the same material).\nAfter a brief introduction from instructor Stephanie Block\, students will have time for hands-on spinning practice and the opportunity to spin alpaca fiber into yarn using Ashford scotch tension Traditional or Traveler wheels. Fiber production and preparation methods will also be discussed.\nTake advantage of a fun opportunity to bring a friend or family member for a $10 add-on fee as you work together on a single project kit (one registrant should be at least 14 years old).\n$130/person. Registration will close one week before each course or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n— Dec. 11\n— Feb. 11\n— April 9 \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nStephanie Block is the co-owner of Sundrop Alpacas near Bement. She has been producing popular yarn from her own alpacas since 2016. Stephanie’s spinning style is self-taught\, and she is continuously learning so that she can share that knowledge with others.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-learn-to-spin-yarn-3/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165153Z
CREATED:20260327T222518Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Hello\, Valentine
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner (all ages)\nPaint and take home your own personalized welcome mat at Hello\, Valentine on Friday\, Feb. 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House.\nWork individually or add a partner\, friend or child to your registration for just $5 (limit one) and make this a Valentine’s Day outing! Supplies\, including paint\, brushes\, stencils and welcome mat\, will be provided.\nA bar will be available in the Mansion Solarium from 5 to 10 p.m.\n$35/person* + $5 for add on (limit one). Register here. Registration will close on Feb. 8 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should wear clothes they do not mind getting paint on.\nConsider making a night out of it and stay overnight with our Weekend Wind Down. View discounted rooms ($110/night + tax) and book online or by calling 217-333-3287. Find out more about our weekend Wind Down series here. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-hello-valentine/
CATEGORIES:Art,The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165139Z
CREATED:20260327T222422Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Weaving I (Morning)
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Morning) on Saturdays\, Feb. 14 through March 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium.\nThis 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Participants will become familiar with weaving terminology\, parts of the loom\, figuring the weaving pattern for the width of the loom and project\, measuring out the warp\, beaming the warp back to front\, threading heddles\, threading the reed\, tying on the warp\, and winding bobbins.\n$250/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 7 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring a 4-shaft loom if they have one. All other supplies will be provided\, including a loom if needed. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSharon Bowles began weaving in 1990 and started teaching shortly after. She was taught to weave in a one-on-one class and wove two table runners in 12 (approximately) 2-hour lessons\, and she teaches the same method when she teaches. Sharon has experience in weaving with silk\, lace weaving\, 8-shaft pattern weaving\, parallel weaving\, block weaves\, and Shaker reproduction towels.\nShe has taught many workshops and classes to weavers’ guilds in Florida\, Ohio\, and Champaign-Urbana. She earned her Journeyman certification from the Weavers Guild of Boston in 2021 and a master’s certification in April of 2022. Most recently\, Sharon taught Beginning Weaving I at The Farms\, and a 2-day workshop in four shaft patterns for the Champaign-Urbana Spinners and Weavers Guild.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-beginning-weaving-i-morning-6/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T170000
DTSTAMP:20251208T161306Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturdays\, Feb. 14 through March 14 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. \nThis 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Participants will become familiar with weaving terminology\, parts of the loom\, figuring the weaving pattern for the width of the loom and project\, measuring out the warp\, beaming the warp back to front\, threading heddles\, threading the reed\, tying on the warp\, and winding bobbins. \n$250/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 7 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring a 4-shaft loom if they have one. All other supplies will be provided\, including a loom if needed. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nSharon Bowles began weaving in 1990 and started teaching shortly after. She was taught to weave in a one-on-one class and wove two table runners in 12 (approximately) 2-hour lessons\, and she teaches the same method when she teaches. Sharon has experience in weaving with silk\, lace weaving\, 8-shaft pattern weaving\, parallel weaving\, block weaves\, and Shaker reproduction towels. \nShe has taught many workshops and classes to weavers’ guilds in Florida\, Ohio\, and Champaign-Urbana. She earned her Journeyman certification from the Weavers Guild of Boston in 2021 and a master’s certification in April of 2022. Most recently\, Sharon taught Beginning Weaving I at The Farms\, and a 2-day workshop in four shaft patterns for the Champaign-Urbana Spinners and Weavers Guild. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-beginning-weaving-i-afternoon/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165150Z
CREATED:20260327T222422Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturdays\, Feb. 14 through March 14 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium.\nThis 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Participants will become familiar with weaving terminology\, parts of the loom\, figuring the weaving pattern for the width of the loom and project\, measuring out the warp\, beaming the warp back to front\, threading heddles\, threading the reed\, tying on the warp\, and winding bobbins.\n$250/person*. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 7 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should bring a 4-shaft loom if they have one. All other supplies will be provided\, including a loom if needed. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nSharon Bowles began weaving in 1990 and started teaching shortly after. She was taught to weave in a one-on-one class and wove two table runners in 12 (approximately) 2-hour lessons\, and she teaches the same method when she teaches. Sharon has experience in weaving with silk\, lace weaving\, 8-shaft pattern weaving\, parallel weaving\, block weaves\, and Shaker reproduction towels.\nShe has taught many workshops and classes to weavers’ guilds in Florida\, Ohio\, and Champaign-Urbana. She earned her Journeyman certification from the Weavers Guild of Boston in 2021 and a master’s certification in April of 2022. Most recently\, Sharon taught Beginning Weaving I at The Farms\, and a 2-day workshop in four shaft patterns for the Champaign-Urbana Spinners and Weavers Guild.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-beginning-weaving-i-afternoon-6/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T103000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165137Z
CREATED:20260327T222223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165137Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Heart Opening Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nMake time for some moving meditation followed by a drink and conversation at a special Heart Opening Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga on Sunday\, Feb. 15 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Mansion Library.\nLed by Josie Heck of Yoga Off the Square\, this session will focus on heart opening postures.\nThis event is open to all ages\, but you must be 21 to enjoy a drink after class.\n$15/person* for Stretch and Sip (Ages 21+)\, $10/person for Stretch only. Register here at least one day prior to class. All sales are final.\n*Participants are encouraged to bring their own mat. Limited mats will be provided on a first-come\, first-serve basis.\nPlease print and sign the liability form and bring it with you to class.\nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.\nAbout the Instructor\nJosie Heck began teaching in 2014 after receiving her 200-hour training through Amara Yoga & Arts and Yoga Alliance. Over the last decade she has expanded the range of classes to better serve the community. While she specializes in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow the most popular classes are Beginners Yoga\, Chair Yoga\, Kids classes\, Yin Yoga\, Restorative Yoga\, and Gentle Flow.\nShe teaches Community Yoga and Full Moon classes through The Farms at Allerton Park and Retreat Center and provides free classes at Monticello Middle School and Monticello High School. Josie has also led classes at the local hospital and senior assisted facilities.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.             
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-heart-opening-stretch-n-sip-yoga/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T160000
DTSTAMP:20251208T160742Z
CREATED:20251208T160742Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Tatting 101
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn how fancy lace doilies are made at Tatting 101 on Sunday\, Feb. 15 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. \nInstructor Billie Theide will walk students through the basics of tatting and the historical craft of creating knotted lace. Students will learn how to shuttle and needle tat\, select yarn\, and form half knots\, rings and chains. Those skills will help in the creation of a wide range of items like jewelry\, scarves\, edgings\, fabric and art works. Each student will get a toolkit that will enable them to continue to work at home. \n$110/person. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 8 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nBillie Theide is a former chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, where she is Professor Emerita. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City and the Racine Art Museum\, among others. \nShe is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-tatting-101/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260215T160000
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Tatting 101
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn how fancy lace doilies are made at Tatting 101 on Sunday\, Feb. 15 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Studio.\nInstructor Billie Theide will walk students through the basics of tatting and the historical craft of creating knotted lace. Students will learn how to shuttle and needle tat\, select yarn\, and form half knots\, rings and chains. Those skills will help in the creation of a wide range of items like jewelry\, scarves\, edgings\, fabric and art works. Each student will get a toolkit that will enable them to continue to work at home.\n$110/person. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 8 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nBillie Theide is a former chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, where she is Professor Emerita. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City and the Racine Art Museum\, among others.\nShe is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-tatting-101/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165135Z
CREATED:20251208T161035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165135Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Needlefelt Robin
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner (all ages; parents/guardians are not required to register with their children\, but they are encouraged to be present for those 13 and younger.)\nCreate a unique piece of art out of locally sourced alpaca fiber at Needlefelt Robin on Monday\, Feb. 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. in The Studio.\nStephanie Block of Sundrop Alpacas will walk students through the needlefelting process to make a robin\, which can be customized to make them look authentic\, whimsical or anything in between. The class is perfect for those wanting to learn a new art form.\nTake advantage of a fun opportunity to bring a friend or family member for a $10 add-on fee as you work together on a single project kit!\n$65/person* + $10/person for add-on (limit one). Register here.  Registration will close Feb. 13 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*A $15 discount is available during registration for those who bring their own needlefelting tools. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nStephanie Block is the co-owner of Sundrop Alpacas near Bement. She has been producing popular yarn\, needlefelt figurines\, wet-felted hats and much more from her own alpacas since 2016. Stephanie’s spinning style is self-taught\, and she is continuously learning so that she can share that knowledge with others.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-needlefelt-robin/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20251208T161038Z
CREATED:20251208T161038Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Intro to Stained Glass: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass: Birds on Wednesday\, Feb. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. \nInstructor Kari Keller will teach students how to cut\, shape and assemble a stained-glass bird to take home. Grinding\, fitting and soldering will be covered. \n$100/person*. Register here. Registration close Feb. 11 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should wear closed-toe shoes. Safety glasses and gloves will be provided. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nKari Keller has been a Champaign/Urbana resident since 2008\, originally hailing from the tiny community of St. Anne. Illinois. She has had a passion for art since she could hold a crayon and loves to experiment with many different styles\, rarely sticking to one theme for long. \nKeller has dabbled in cartoons\, acrylic pouring\, zentangles\, patterns\, logo design\, pottery painting and other art forms. Her influences include Alphonse Mucha\, HR Geiger and the art of Northwest coastal Native Americans. She also has a thriving side business as a face painter. \nKari is happiest when immersed in a new project and can’t imagine life without art! \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-intro-to-stained-glass-birds/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165103Z
CREATED:20260327T222222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165103Z
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Intro to Stained Glass: Birds
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass: Birds on Wednesday\, Feb. 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio.\nInstructor Kari Keller will teach students how to cut\, shape and assemble a stained-glass bird to take home. Grinding\, fitting and soldering will be covered.\n$100/person*. Register here. Registration close Feb. 11 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Students should wear closed-toe shoes. Safety glasses and gloves will be provided. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nKari Keller has been a Champaign/Urbana resident since 2008\, originally hailing from the tiny community of St. Anne. Illinois. She has had a passion for art since she could hold a crayon and loves to experiment with many different styles\, rarely sticking to one theme for long.\nKeller has dabbled in cartoons\, acrylic pouring\, zentangles\, patterns\, logo design\, pottery painting and other art forms. Her influences include Alphonse Mucha\, HR Geiger and the art of Northwest coastal Native Americans. She also has a thriving side business as a face painter.\nKari is happiest when immersed in a new project and can’t imagine life without art!\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-intro-to-stained-glass-birds/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165101Z
CREATED:20251208T160655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T165101Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Intro to Tree Pruning
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner\nLearn about an important landscaping skill at Intro to Tree Pruning on Monday\, Feb. 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the llinois Arboretum (1800 S. Lincoln Ave.\, Urbana)*.\nYoung shade trees face a variety of challenges in the landscape which can lead to low survival rates. Extension Educator Ryan Pankau will help students learn how proper pruning early on can set trees up for a lifetime of healthy canopy structure. This in-depth workshop will include both lecture materials and hands-on pruning examples.\nThis course will also cover the proper pruning tools to use\, when to use them and how to prune young trees\, as well as maintenance and sanitation strategies when pruning.\nStudents are encouraged to bring their favorite pruning tools to class.\n$25/person. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 23 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*Limited parking spots are available in the lot near the Noel Welcome Garden and along South Lincoln Avenue. Additional parking is available in the lot south of the Japan House. Parking is free after 5 p.m. and on weekends. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor\nRyan Pankau is the Horticulture Educator for Illinois Extension serving Champaign\, Ford\, Iroquois\, and Vermilion counties in central Illinois. He has more than 20 years’ experience as an arborist and forester after earning a bachelor’s and master’s degree in forestry from Southern Illinois University. Ryan has past work experience as a certified arborist\, forest hydrologist\, and USDA-NRCS Area Forester in southern Illinois.\nCurrently\, he specializes in forestry\, tree care\, and the use of native plants in both landscaping and restoration settings. He is the author of the Garden Scoop blog which discusses a wide variety of plant-related topics specific to Illinois.\nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.\n 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-intro-to-tree-pruning/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260223T200000
DTSTAMP:20251208T161052Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Advanced Knitting: Fair Isle Patterns
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced (need to know how to knit and purl) \nLearn about a traditional British Isle form of knitting at Advanced Knitting: Fair Isle Patterns on Monday\, Feb. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. \nFair Isle Knitting uses only two colors per row\, worked in the round to make geometric patterns. Instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf will help students learn how to read a pattern graph to knit with two different colors to create those patterns. Students must be comfortable with knitting and purling. \n$65/person. Register here*. Registration will close Feb. 16 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring: \n— 2 balls of Lion Brand Woll-Ease worsted weight (No. 4) yarn or its equivalence. This is an 80 percent acrylic/20 percent wool blend which is machine washable and available from Lion Brand Yarn\, Michaels and other yarn shops and online retailers. Choose two different colors; a good contrast will show up the stitch pattern best. Avoid softer yarns like Caron Simply Soft\, Snuggle Wuggly or Facets\, as they will not hold the pattern as well \n— Pair of US size 6 (4mm) single point 14” straight knitting needles \n— Pair of US size 8 (5mm) single point 14” straight knitting needles \n— Blunt end needle for sewing the back seam of the finished piece \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the Instructor \nCharlie Rainbow Wolf describes herself as an “old hippie” who has studied the “weird ways of the world for nearly 50 years.” She is happiest with her hands in the mud\, either making pottery in her ‘artbox’ or tending things in her ‘yarden’ (yard + garden). \nAstrology\, tarot and herbs are Charlie’s greatest interests\, but she has dabbled in most metaphysical topics in the last five decades — because life always has something new to offer. \nShe is a contributing author for Llewellyn Worldwide\, is a ghostwriter for renowned psychic celebrities\, and makes a wicked batch of fudge! Charlie lives in central Illinois with her very patient husband and special needs Great Danes. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, outdoor education\, science\, storytelling\, and wellness. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-advanced-knitting-fair-isle-patterns/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T160000
DTSTAMP:20251208T160944Z
CREATED:20251208T160944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T160944Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Decorative Off-Loom Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nWeavers of all skill levels can benefit from Decorative Off-Loom Weaving on Tuesday\, Feb. 24 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. \nCan you imagine weaving without the need for a large and costly loom? Learn how from instructor Billie Theide\, who will walk students through this portable weaving skill and help them create decorative pieces for their home. Each student will get a toolkit that will enable them to continue to work at home. \n$110/person. Register here. Registration will close Feb. 17 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia at owarren@illinois.edu. \nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout the instructor \nBillie Theide is a former chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, where she is Professor Emerita. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City and the Racine Art Museum\, among others. \nShe is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths. \nAbout The Farms \nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community. \nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-decorative-off-loom-weaving/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T110000
DTSTAMP:20260818T165100Z
CREATED:20251208T161253Z
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Intro to Birding and eBird
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner (all ages)\nLearn more about birdwatching and how to contribute to important research at Intro to Birding and eBird on Friday\, Feb. 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. in The Studio and outdoors.\nAllerton Natural Areas Manager Nate Beccue will help students learn about bird identification during the cooler months\, when fewer species are on the landscape. Participants will learn how to identify year-round residents as well as winter visitors by focusing on distinctive features like plumage patterns\, feeding behavior and vocalizations.\nA key aspect of the course will be learning to use eBird\, a tool for birders developed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, which allows users to log their sightings\, track seasonal patterns\, access local checklists and help anticipate which species are likely be seen. The app helps in global conservation efforts by compiling valuable data about bird populations and trends.\nThe course will be split between learning in the classroom and birding in the field. A limited number of binoculars will be available on a first-come basis.\n$20/person* (all ages). Register here. Registration will close Feb. 24 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n*At times the hikes will leave the trails\, so please dress accordingly. \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Nate at nbeccue@illinois.edu.\nBy attending\, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing\, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken. \nAbout The Farms\nThe Farms: An Allerton Folk School\, offers classes\, workshops\, and gatherings focusing on art\, health & wellness\, history\, nature & outdoor education\, or science. All experiences value hands-on\, experiential teaching and learning\, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.\nFind the complete Spring Session schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-intro-to-birding-and-ebird-2/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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