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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 Ann Koebel will cover the basics of picture framing with store-bought mats and frames. This hands-on class will safely cover how to handle plate glass […]
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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. in The Studio. Instructor Jennie Ingram will guide students as they step into the beautiful world of quilting, sharing commonly used items such as rotary […]
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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. Instructor Billie Theide will introduce students to the history of embroidery and samplers. Students will learn how to transfer designs to fabric, choose different threads […]
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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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 […] |
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