Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 14+) Create a handmade paper replica of a cherished object at Sculptural Papermaking on Sunday, March 29 from 12 to 4:30 p.m. in the Evergreen Lodge. […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn how to decorate cookies for spring at Spring Cookie Decorating on Sunday, March 29 from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Learn to decorate spring-themed cookies with royal icing, crusting butter cream and rolled buttercream! Instructor Jennifer Holhubner will demonstrate and explain wet-on-wet technique, outlining and flooding and make […]

Experience level: All levels Cultivate connection with your body, mind, and nature at Arboretum Sunset Yoga on Mondays, March 30, April 13, May 11, July 6 or August 3 from […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn a variety of hand embroidery stitches and create a unique craft item at Embroidery 101: Cherry Blossoms & Dogwood on Tuesday, March 31 from 12 to 4 […]

Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga this winter and spring*. Instructor Josie Heck with Yoga Off the Square will lead the class through strength poses perfect for students of all levels. Students are encouraged to bring their own mat. Limited mats will be provided […]

Experience Level: Beginner Create a functional and unique piece of spring décor at Basket Weaving: Touch of Spring on Friday, April 3 from 12 to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse […]

Experience Level: Beginner Create a functional and unique piece of spring décor at Basket Weaving: Touch of Spring on Friday, April 3 from 12 to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse […]

Experience Level: Beginner Take wood boards and transform them into a decoration for your garden at a Wooden Planter Workshop on Saturday, April 4 from 1 to 4:30 p.m. in The Woodshop (located behind The Studio). Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will help students build a small (20” x 9”) wooden planter from just a few […]

Experience Level: Beginner Need a good place to relax and concentrate on your latest read? Then swing out for our Silent Book Club on selected Mondays* from 5 to 7 p.m. The evening will begin with a brief group discussion of what we are currently reading and to swap recommendations. Then participants will break up […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn to make a beautiful hand-pieced and hand-stitched quilt from scraps of fabric at Quilting 101: Meditative Slow Stitching on Tuesday, April 7 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will help students explore hand-piecing and hand-quilting a quilt in a unique way by stitching from the outside in. […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn 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, […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn to use acrylic media to express yourself at Abstract Acrylic Painting on Thursday, April 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Erin […]

Experience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside at […]

Experience Level: Beginner Create art on wood at Geometric Wood Art on Monday, April 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Join instructor Jenna Musgrave of Gravy Studios as you stain and paint a large-framed wood piece in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Students will choose from four designs (see options below) and a variety of stains […]

Have you ever wondered who lived on the land that now makes up Allerton Park before the Allerton family? Learn more about the prehistory and early history of the area at a special History Happy Hour: Before the Allertons on Tuesday, April 14 from 5-6 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Archaeologist Brian Adams will speak […]

Have you ever wondered who lived on the land that now makes up Allerton Park before the Allerton family? Learn more about the prehistory and early history of the area at a special History Happy Hour: Before the Allertons on Tuesday, April 14 from 5-6 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Archaeologist Brian Adams will speak […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass: Flower on Wednesday, April 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach students how to cut, shape and assemble a stained-glass flower to take home. Grinding, fitting and soldering will be covered. $100/person*. Register here. Registration […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass: Flower on Wednesday, April 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach students how to cut, shape and assemble a stained-glass flower to take home. Grinding, fitting and soldering will be covered. $100/person*. Register here. Registration […]

Experience Level: Beginner Incense isn’t just about sweet smells! Experience the various joys and uses of incense at Make Your Own Incense on Thursday, April 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf will walk students through making incense in a very hands-on way, covering suitable plants for incense, how to grow and […]

Experience Level: Beginner Whether you are a Hufflepuff or Gryffindor, Slytherin or Ravenclaw, learn to decorate cookies in a special way at Harry Potter Cookie Decorating on Friday, April 17 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Learn to decorate Harry Potter-themed cookies with royal icing, crusting butter cream and rolled buttercream! Instructor […]

Experience Level: Beginner Get an in-depth look at the design and horticulture of Allerton’s Formal Gardens during Horticulture Tours on Sundays, April 19, May 31 and June 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. Meet at the Greenhouse Patio. Master Gardener and dedicated Allerton volunteer Ruth Mitchell will share ornamental planting information and interesting tidbits about Allerton’s 14 formal […]

Experience Level: Knitting experience required Put your knitting experience to use at Knitting 201: Socks on Sundays, April 19 & 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. In this two-week course, instructor Billie Theide will help students further their knitting skills by expanding on the Knitting 101 courses taught at The Farms. Those […]

Experience Level: All levels Learn 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. In these lightly instructed sessions by Vivian Krishnan, students can learn more about quick gestures, long poses, and costumed and nude models. Each […]

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.) Create a unique piece of art out of locally sourced alpaca fiber at Needlefelt Frog on Monday, April 20 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Stephanie Block of Sundrop […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn 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. Instructor Dr. Laura Cayce — who holds a doctorate of […]

Get ready to laugh and learn during a special adult-only live animal show – Whiskey & Wildlife on Thursday, April 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Grab a drink from the cash bar and settle in as Bob Tarter presents his humorous take on the fascinating, weird, and awkward realities of […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn the skills of improvisation, including scene creation and team dynamics at Improve Your Improv on Select Thursdays, April 23 through June 18 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. […]

Experience Level: Beginner Join Allerton Natural Areas staff for a Wildflower Hike on Friday, April 24 from 12 to 2 p.m. Meet in the Main Parking Lot. In the spring, wildflowers begin to sprout and grow throughout the Park and its natural areas. Learn about the common species that can be found as you are […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn the art of making a botanical accessory at Botanical Jewelry on Saturday, April 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. Using deeply rooted natural […]

Experience Level: Intermediate to Advanced (need to know how to knit and purl) Learn a unique knitting technique at Advanced Knitting Skills: Entrelac on Monday, April 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf will walk students through a basket-weave entrelac stitch, which will enable them to create a knitted, […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn a unique art form at Intro to Mosaic Art: Picture Frames on Wednesday, April 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach students the basics of mosaic art, from selecting tesserae to assembly and grouting. All will take home a unique, hand-decorated picture frame at the end […]

Experience Level: Beginner Learn what Tarot is and what it’s not at A Taste of Tarot on Saturday, May 2 from 12-12:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. In this 30-minute introductory talk, instructor Charlie Wolf will engage students in a brief discussion of how to learn the cards, types of tarot, and how to […]