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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 Wednesday\, Oct. 29 and Thursday\, Dec. 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. (Both 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. Fiberproduction and preparation methods will also be discussed.\n$130/person. Registration closes one week before each course begins\, or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\n— Oct. 29 (SOLD OUT)\n— Dec. 11\nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia Bunting 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.\nSee the complete Fall schedule here.\n 
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SUMMARY:The Farms: An Evening With Poe
DESCRIPTION: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 Thursday\, Oct. 30 from 7 to 9 p.m.Walk the halls and discover the Mansion’s secrets while hearing chilling tales from Edgar Allen Poe in each setting. \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m.\, so arrive early and purchase a drink from the bar in the Solarium as you prepare for a self-guided tour. Actors from The Station Theatre will begin performing the haunting poems and tales of Poe at 7 p.m. \n$30/person. Register here. Registration will close Oct. 27 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \nComplete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses ($110/night + tax). View rooms here and book online or by calling 217-333-3287.  \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations in order 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 Station Theatre \nThe Station Theatre challenges and entertains our audiences with classic plays\, musicals\, and innovative works. We seek out and nurture local talent\, providing a supportive environment that fosters a love of all things theatre. We encourage and explore ideas\, beliefs\, and relationships in order to better understand the world we inhabit and the diverse voices that envelop us. Learn more here. \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. \nSee the complete Fall 2025 schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-an-evening-with-poe/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,The Farms
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) The Farms: An Evening With Poe
DESCRIPTION: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 Thursday\, Oct. 30 from 7 to 9 p.m.\nWalk the halls and discover the Mansion’s secrets while hearing chilling tales from Edgar Allen Poe in each setting.\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m.\, so arrive early and purchase a drink from the bar in the Solarium as you prepare for a self-guided tour. Actors from The Station Theatre will begin performing the haunting poems and tales of Poe at 7 p.m.\n$30/person. Register here. Registration will close Oct. 27 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.\nComplete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses ($110/night + tax). View rooms here and book online or by calling 217-333-3287.  \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations in order 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 Station Theatre \nThe Station Theatre challenges and entertains our audiences with classic plays\, musicals\, and innovative works. We seek out and nurture local talent\, providing a supportive environment that fosters a love of all things theatre. We encourage and explore ideas\, beliefs\, and relationships in order to better understand the world we inhabit and the diverse voices that envelop us. Learn more here.\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.\nSee the complete Fall 2025 schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sold-out-the-farms-an-evening-with-poe/
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