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SUMMARY:Carriage Rides
DESCRIPTION:Take a ride in our winter wonderland during Carriage Rides on Sunday\, December 13 from 12-5 p.m.  \nMerrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the Mansion Courtyard to take you on a ride through the tree- and garden-lined roadways of Allerton that are a sight to behold during the holiday season! \nPrior registration is required. The final ride leaves at 4:45 p.m. \nThe carriage rides are happening during Sweets with Santa (separate registration required). \n$15/ride (includes up to four adults and two children). Registration will open Thursday\, Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. Register here. All sales are final. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Kirstin at mindiola@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. \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion in a quieter environment with a smaller crowd at Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa on Sunday\, Dec. 13 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Mansion. \nChildren will have the chance to chat and get their picture with Santa\, hear a story from Mrs. Claus\, create crafts and nibble on sweet treats. A photographer will be here to take festive family photos – all guests will receive an image via email after the event! \n$10/person (Ages 2 & under free but still need to register). Registration will open October 1 at 10 a.m. Register here. All sales final. \nPlan ahead and book a Carriage Ride to add-on to your Sweets experience!  \n\nFind information on all of our holiday events here. \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Christina Calcagno at clc@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. \n\n 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sensory-hour-sweets/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Sweets With Santa presented by State Bank of Bement
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion* — and Santa! — at Sweets with Santa presented by State Bank of Bement on Sunday\, Dec. 13 from 2-5 p.m. in the Mansion. Children will have a chance to chat and get their picture with Santa\, read a story with Mrs. Claus\, create their own crafts and nibble on sweet treats. \nA photographer will be here to take festive family photos – all guests will receive an image via email after the event! \n$10/person (Ages 2 & under free but still need to register). Registration will open October 1 at 10 a.m. Register here. All sales final. \nPlan ahead and book a Carriage Ride to add-on to your Sweets experience!  \n*For a quieter environment with a smaller crowd\, consider Sensory Hour Sweets With Santa from 12:30-1:30 p.m. \n\nFind information on all of our holiday events here. \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Christina Calcagno at clc@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.
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LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union
DESCRIPTION:Make memories this holiday season with a magical stroll through Holiday GLOW presented by U of I Community Credit Union from 5-9 p.m. on December 6-20\, 22-23\, and 26-31*! This visitor-favorite event invites guests of all ages to slow down during the holiday season as they take in fresh night air and enjoy the serene beauty of winter. \nThe one-mile path illuminates Allerton’s statues and gardens in a new way\, while featuring a variety of artwork by light artists from around the country. Please note portions of the path are not accessible\, and some areas can become slippery in snow. Boots are recommended. \nStay awhile! Food trucks\, a bar\, and campfires will be available Dec. 10-12 and 17-23. We have several events that coincide with GLOW hours\, including Holiday Showcase\, Holiday Mansion Tours\, the Winter Market\, Winter Solstice Bonfire\, and more! Find information on all of our holiday events here. \n$10/vehicle\, payable upon arrival; $50/bus. Exact change is appreciated.\nWhen the entrance is not staffed\, please pay online or use boxes throughout the walk for your entry fee. Your contributions are an important part of the success of this holiday tradition! \n*GLOW is also open during Opening Weekend (Dec. 4-5) with a cost of $10/person\, and during the Winter Solstice Bonfire (Dec. 21) with a cost of $20/vehicle. \nFind GLOW FAQs here. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Christina at clc@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. \n\n \n\n \n\n \n \nBurgener Plastering Inc.\n  \n  \n\nKelly’s Accounting | Mr Auto Body | Herbold Family Trust
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