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Events
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn to make your own textile at Tufting the Masters on Sunday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn how to craft a unique basket to hold an electronic candle at Basket Weaving: Warm & Cozy on Monday, Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Dec. 11 from 5 […]
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If an after-dark visit to the Mansion doesn’t make you nervous (very, very dreadfully nervous), then you don’t want to miss An Evening With Poe on Wednesday, Oct. 29 or […]
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If an after-dark visit to the Mansion doesn’t make you nervous (very, very dreadfully nervous), then you don’t want to miss An Evening With Poe on Wednesday, Oct. 29 or […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Craft a traditional witch’s broom using locally grown dried flowers and foraged materials at Besoms: A Witch’s Broom Workshop on Thursday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 8 […] |
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Experience Level: Some weaving experience needed Continue your journey into the world of weaving at Beginning Weaving II on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1-2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in […]
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Experience Level: Both beginner and those experienced with tarot decks are welcomeLearn about tarot cards and readings at Intro to Tarot Cards on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 6 to 8 […]
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Experience Level: Both beginner and those experienced with tarot decks are welcome Learn about tarot cards and readings at Intro to Tarot Cards on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 6 to […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn to weave wherever you are at Flat Loom Weaving on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Whether you are […]
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Experience Level: Beginners Create your own unique seasonal decoration at Holiday Tree Mosaics on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Instructor Danielle Reed will guide students through the process of […] |
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Experience Level: BeginnerLearn to weave wherever you are at Flat Loom Weaving on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Whether you are at […] |
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Experience Level: BeginnerLearn about how to improve your health by letting go of highly processed foods at Basics of Plant-Based eating on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. […]
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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 Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 5 to 7 […]
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Experience Level: BeginnerJoin us for an enchanting evening dedicated to the fascinating Northern Saw Whet Owl at Owl Night on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m.* in the […] |
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Experience Level: BeginnerGive new life to an old picture frame at Fix It! Picture Framing Basics on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Lou […]
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Experience Level: Beginner Create prints that mimic pen and ink drawings at Intaglio Printmaking on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in The Studio. Local artist and […]
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Experience Level: Beginner Give new life to an old picture frame at Fix It! Picture Framing Basics on Thursday, Nov. 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor […] |
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Experience Level: Beginners Join Allerton Natural Areas staff for Winter Bird Hikes on Fridays, Nov. 7, Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6 & March 6 from 9 to 11 a.m. […] |
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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 […] |
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Experience Level: Ages 18+, familiarity with a sewing machineLearn how to quilt on a sewing machine at Intro to Machine Quilting on Sunday, Nov. 9 from 12 to 4 p.m. […]
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Take part in an immersive outdoor experience with Allerton Artist-in-Residence Michael Workman at Transitive Landscapes: A Guided Walk & Field Atlas Assembly on Sunday, Nov. 9 from 12 to 1 […]
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Experience Level: Ages 18+, familiarity with a sewing machine Learn how to quilt on a sewing machine at Intro to Machine Quilting on Sunday, Nov. 9 from 12 to 4 […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn more about the ethics of agriculture at Food for Thought: Are You Willing to Make That Trade? on Wednesday, Nov. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. […]
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Experience Level: BeginnerLearn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass on Wednesdays, Nov. 12 or Dec. 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Each workshop […]
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn about the art of stained glass at Intro to Stained Glass on Wednesdays, Nov. 12 or Dec. 3 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Each […] |
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Experience Level: BeginnerLearn a variety of hand embroidery stitches and create a unique craft item at Embroidery 101: Winter Sampler on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. […]
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn a variety of hand embroidery stitches and create a unique craft item at Embroidery 101: Winter Sampler on Thursday, Nov. 13 from 12 to 4 p.m. in The […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Join the barn quilt movement by creating your own painted quilt block to use on the inside or outside of your home at Barn Quilt Painting on Saturday, […]
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn to make and use cords for fiber artwork at Making Cordage on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructors Heidi […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Have you ever had a smell trigger a memory? Learn why that happens at Herbal Magic: The Power of Aromatherapy on Thursdays, Nov. 20 or Dec. 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. In this hands-on workshop, instructor Candy Reeder will present the science behind how scents use your olfactory system […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn the difference between a shrew and a mole; a mole from a vole; a rat from a mouse; and a weasel from a mink — and more — at Mammals of Illinois on Saturday, Nov. 22 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in The Studio. Instructor Fran Harty of the Land Conservation Foundation will bring a […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Learn how to winterize a beehive and how to care for bees in the winter at Overwintering Honey Bees on Sunday, Nov. 23 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside at the beehives. Instructor and master beekeeper Maggie Wachter will demonstrate the main steps for preparing hives to withstand […] |
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Experience Level: All levels Take part in yoga for a good cause at Arboretum Yoga for Gratitude on Friday, Nov. 28 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Oak Grove at the Illinois Arboretum (1800 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana)*. Instructor Kristina Reese will walk students through yoga poses, breath work and meditation to help them feel more grounded and cultivate […] |
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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 Snowman on Monday, Dec. 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. Stephanie Block of Sundrop Alpacas will walk […] |
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See the Mansion shine in all of its holiday splendor at our Holiday Mansion Tours on Tuesday, Dec. 2*, Monday, Dec. 8 or Tuesday, Dec. 9* at 5 or 6 p.m. Enjoy the twinkle from more than 40 trees and festive décor throughout the public spaces of the Mansion. The tour will primarily cover the […] |
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Experience Level: Beginner Experience the joys of the season at Wreath Making on Wednesday, Dec. 3 or Thursday, Dec. 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. (Each date covers the same material.) Maggie Taylor of Delight Flower Farm will share basic wreath building and design techniques to help students craft a unique, seasonal decoration. […] |
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Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga on Thursday, Dec. 4 at 6 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. 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. […] |
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