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The Art & Science of Getting Happier: Build the Life You Want
The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner If life feels hard and joy is difficult to find, get answers at The Art & Science of Getting Happier: Build the Life You Want on Wednesdays, Sept. 2, 9, 16, & 23 from 6-7:30 p.m. in The Studio. Led by psychologist Lori Lilly, this course is designed to provide direction on […]
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(SOLD OUT) Intro to Stained Glass: Frog
The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner (ages 18+) Assemble a whimsical frog suncatcher at Intro to Stained Glass: Frog on Thursday, Sept. 10 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Studio. Led by Kari Keller, students will learn the basics of stained glass! Students will learn how to cut glass, grind, foil, and solder while they work to make a fun, […]
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Improve Your Improv
The Music Barn Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience level: All skill levels (ages 18+) Learn the skills of improvisation, including scene creation and team dynamics at Improve Your Improv on Thursdays, Sept. 10 through Oct. 15 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Music Barn. Instructor Kyle Tasch returns to The Farms to teach this popular course, which will be jam-packed with improvisational fun […]
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New Moon Yoga
The Meadow Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner Connect with the New Moon and the star signs to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at New Moon Yoga: — Saturday, May 16, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Music Barn — Monday, June 15, 8-9 p.m. in the Meadow — Tuesday, July 14, 7:30-8:30 p.m. in the Bowling Lawn — Wednesday, Aug. […]
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Fall Migration Bird Hikes
Get outside and learn about our feathered friends at Fall Migration Bird Hikes on Fridays, Sept. 4 through Oct. 30 from 9-11 a.m. Meet in the Main Parking Lot . Allerton’s Natural Areas Managers will lead this morning adventure to discover what bird species are migrating through the Park. As birds begin to move south for the winter, the variety of species will change each week. A […]
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Arboretum Hosta Garden Tour
Illinois Arboretum 1800 S Lincoln, Urbana, IL, United StatesDiscover inspiring hosta varieties, companion plants, and garden design ideas to bring to your own landscape at an Arboretum Hosta Garden Tour on Saturdays, August 8 or September 12 from […]
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Cooking with Herbs
Herb Garden Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner Learn how to grow herbs in the Central Illinois climate, pot herbs in a container, and then taste how they are used in a meal at Cooking […]
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(SOLD OUT) Beginning Weaving I (Midday)
Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Midday) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through October 10 from 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass […]
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Exploring Nature & Life Through Mary Oliver’s Poetry
The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience level: Beginner (Ages 18+) Explore the basics of poetry in Exploring Nature & Life Through Mary Oliver’s Poetry on Saturday, Sept.12 from 12-4 p.m. in The Studio. Poet Mary […]
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Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)
Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through Oct. 10 from 2–5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week […]
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Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga
Bowling Green Lawn Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience Level: Beginner Make time for some moving meditation followed by a drink and conversation at Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga on selected Sundays on the Bowling Lawn: — Sunday, July […]
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Beehive Observation
The Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United StatesExperience 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 & […]
