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  • Sunday Funday: Dec. 20

    Sunday Funday

    Don’t let the end of the weekend get you down — head out to Allerton for a Sunday Funday on Sunday, December 20 from 2-4 p.m.! The first floor of […]

  • Winter Solstice Yoga

    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All levels Enjoy yoga by candlelight at Winter Solstice Yoga on Monday, Dec. 21 from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Students will begin with the option of writing out a manifestation or intention: what do you want more of as we slowly welcome longer days? Then instructor Josie Heck of […]

  • Winter Solstice Bonfire

    The Meadow Monticello, IL, United States

    Join us to celebrate the “shortest day of the year” at the Winter Solstice Bonfire on Monday, December 21 from 5-9 p.m. in the Allerton Meadow! Allerton hosted its first […]

  • Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath

    Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath
    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All Levels (ages 16+) Immerse yourself in soothing sounds at a Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath on Mondays, Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 22 (Tuesday), Jan. 25, or Feb. 22 from 7-7:45 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Sound practitioner Marissa Michael will lead a sound bath using crystal singing bowls and chimes designed to […]

  • New Moon Yoga

    New Moon Yoga
    The Meadow Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Connect with the New Moon and the star signs to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at New Moon Yoga: — Monday, Nov. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Music Barn — Thursday, Jan. 7, 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Library — Friday, Feb. 5, 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Library Instructor Josie Heck with […]

  • Wild Mammals of IL

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 10+ (all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) Learn more about the animals of Allerton at Wild Mammals of Illinois on Saturday, Jan. 9 from […]

  • The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 1: Finding Form

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn approachable ways to draw from observation at The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 1: Finding Form on Saturday, January 9 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Emily Tackitt will lead a series of fun exercises to explore approachable ways to draw from observation. Students will experiment […]

  • Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl

    Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn the process of fusing and slumping at Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl on Sunday, January 10 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and January 24 from 12-2 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will lead this two-day workshop. On the first day, students will be introduced to glass for fusing […]

  • Mystic Monday: Predictive Tarot

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; should have some tarot knowledge; ages 18+ It's the start of a New Year, and wouldn't it be nice to have a bit of insight as to what it might bring? Grab your favorite tarot deck and come join us for Mystic Monday: Predictive Tarot on Monday, January 11 from 6-8 p.m. […]

  • Intro to Acrylic Painting

    Intro to Acrylic Painting
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […]

  • Intro to Clay: Pinch Pot Animals

    Intro to Clay: Pinch Pot Animals
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver); children over 12 may participate with a registered adult Are you new to pottery […]

  • Intro to Stained Glass: Polar Bear

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Create your own adorable suncatcher at Intro to Stained Glass: Polar Bear on Thursday, January 14 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Studio. Join instructor Kari Keller for a fun and creative in-person experience! Students will learn how to craft a festive stained glass suncatcher from start to finish. Students will […]

  • Hello Winter Door Hanger

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Create a winter-themed door hanger out of raw wood pieces at Hello Winter […]

  • Winter Botany

    Winter Botany
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Ages 10+; all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian Learn more about the plants of Allerton at Winter Botany on Saturday, January 16 and 23 from 10 […]

  • American Mahjong Open Play

    American Mahjong Open Play
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Know the rules and play American Mahjong; ages 18+ Play Mahjong surrounded by the ambiance of the historic Allerton Mansion at American Mahjong Open Play on select Sundays: January 17, February 14, or March 14 from 1-4 p.m.in the Mansion. Facilitated by Bianca Green and Natalie Bush, open play offers a relaxed and […]

  • Paper Flower Art: Winter Aconite

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Intermediate; ages 18+ Get excited for the upcoming spring by learning how to make a card stock art at Paper Flower Art: Winter Aconite on Sunday, January 17 from 1-4 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Cathy Peters will guide students on using a variety of coloring mediums and shaping techniques to create realistic […]

  • Beginner Sourdough Breadmaking

    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Students should know how to maintain a sourdough starter and have experience mixing bread doughs; ages 15+; (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) […]

  • Allerton Kids Club: Pokemon Art & Play

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 7-12 (must have a signed participant waiver) Spend the day immersed in the world of Pokemon at Allerton Kids Club: Pokemon Art & Play on Monday […]

  • Woodcarving Basics: Long Kitchen Spoon

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Carve a spoon you can cook with daily at Woodcarving Basics: Long Kitchen Spoon on Tuesday, January 19 from 12-4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students to carve a useful wooden spoon to give as a gift or use in their own kitchen. Students […]

  • Harnessing the Power of Your Intuition

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn to utilize your own intuitive abilities at Harnessing the Power […]

  • Intro to Acrylic Painting

    Intro to Acrylic Painting
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […]

  • Full Moon Yoga

    Full Moon Yoga
    The Sun Singer Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga: — Sunday, Oct. 25, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Will be held at the Sun Singer) — Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7-8 p.m.  (Will be held in the Library) — Thursday, Jan. 21, 6-7 p.m. (Will be held in […]

  • Intro to Birding and eBird

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site) Learn more about birdwatching and how to contribute to important research at Intro to Birding and eBird on Friday, January 22 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio and outdoors. Allerton Natural Areas Manager Nate Beccue will help students learn about bird identification […]

  • Barn Quilts

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ No barn? No problem! Join the barn quilt movement at Barn Quilts on Saturday, January 23 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Jane Cade will share the history of barn quilts, techniques, tips, and discuss how to properly seal your finished piece after the paint has dried […]

  • Winter Botany

    Winter Botany
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Ages 10+; all minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian Learn more about the plants of Allerton at Winter Botany on Saturday, January 16 and 23 from 10 […]

  • Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga

    Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga
    Bowling Green Lawn Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Make time for some moving meditation followed by a drink and conversation at Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga on selected Sundays in the Meadow: — Sunday, October 18, 10-11am — Sunday, January 24, 10-11am (held in the Library) — Sunday, February 7, 10-11am (held in the Library) Josie with Yoga Off the Square […]

  • Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl

    Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn the process of fusing and slumping at Glass: Fused & Slumped Bowl on Sunday, January 10 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and January 24 from 12-2 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will lead this two-day workshop. On the first day, students will be introduced to glass for fusing […]

  • Basics of Plant-Based Eating

    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn about how to improve your health by letting go of highly processed foods at Basics of Plant-Based eating on Sunday, January 24 from 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Instructor Karla Freeze will share the story of how she regained her health by adding more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and […]

  • Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath

    Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath
    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All Levels (ages 16+) Immerse yourself in soothing sounds at a Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath on Mondays, Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 22 (Tuesday), Jan. 25, or Feb. 22 from 7-7:45 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Sound practitioner Marissa Michael will lead a sound bath using crystal singing bowls and chimes designed to […]

  • Herbal Magic: The Power of Aromatherapy

    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 15+; (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn to create new neural pathways to promote a balanced mood at Herbal Magic: The Power of Aromatherapy on Wednesday, January 27 from 5-7 p.m. in the Evergreen Lodge. Instructor Candy Reeder will teach students how aromas travel […]

  • Intro to Acrylic Painting

    Intro to Acrylic Painting
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […]

  • Intro to Clay: Pinch Pot Animals

    Intro to Clay: Pinch Pot Animals
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver); children over 12 may participate with a registered adult Are you new to pottery […]

  • Drink and Draw

    Drink and Draw
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 18+ Enjoy a social gathering of artists from all over at Drink and Draw on Thursdays, January 28 or February 25 from 6-9 p.m. in the Mansion. Instructor Jose Vazquez will be facilitating this time to connect, draw, paint, inspire and learn from one another over some drinks. Bring […]

  • Sew a Buttondown Shirt

    Sew a Buttondown Shirt
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner with sewing machine experience; ages 18+ Using a commercial pattern, create a button-down shirt in Sew a Button-Down Shirt on Saturday and Sunday, January 30-31 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Caitlin O’Donoghue, students will learn the basics of reading a commercial pattern and create a shirt that […]

  • The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 2: Chasing Light & Shadow

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Transform a simple outline into something that feels dimensional and alive at The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 2: Chasing Light & Shadow on Saturday, January 30 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Emily Tackitt and students will slow down and explore how light moves across objects, […]

  • Sew a Buttondown Shirt

    Sew a Buttondown Shirt
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner with sewing machine experience; ages 18+ Using a commercial pattern, create a button-down shirt in Sew a Button-Down Shirt on Saturday and Sunday, January 30-31 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Caitlin O’Donoghue, students will learn the basics of reading a commercial pattern and create a shirt that […]

  • Watercolor Birds

    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 13+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn basic drawing and watercolor techniques at Watercolor Birds on Sunday, January 31 […]

  • Sunday Funday: Jan. 31

    Sunday Funday

    Don’t let the end of the weekend get you down — head out to Allerton for a Sunday Funday on Sunday, January 31 from 2-4 p.m.! The first floor of […]

  • Learn to Carve a Comfort Bird

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn to carve a small, smooth palm-sized bird carved from a soft block of wood using a small knife at Learn to Carve a Comfort Bird on Tuesday, February 2 from 12-4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a carving […]

  • Beginning Hand Sewing: Hearts

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner; ages 13+ (ages 13-15 should have an adult present who does not need to register; ages 16-17 must have a parent/guardian on site or have a signed […]

  • Intro to Acrylic Painting

    Intro to Acrylic Painting
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver Learn the basics of acrylic painting in the four-week series of Intro to Acrylic […]

  • Intro to Stained Glass: Ladybug

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn to create a cute ladybug stained glass suncatcher from start to finish at Intro to Stained Glass: Ladybug on Thursday, February 4 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Kari Keller will teach students the basics of glass cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering. This class is perfect for all […]

  • First Friday Bird Hikes

    First Friday Bird Hikes

    Experience Level: Beginner Get outside and get to know the birds at our First Friday Bird Hikes on Friday, November 6, December 4, or February 5 from 9-11 a.m. Meet […]

  • Sew a Plush Bear

    Sew a Plush Bear
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner-Intermediate (must know how to use a sewing machine and keep it maintained during sewing); ages 18+ Learn to complete a plush bear with a bowtie at Sew a Plush Bear on Friday throughSunday, February 5-7 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Rhoda Crawford, the three days will be […]

  • New Moon Yoga

    New Moon Yoga
    The Meadow Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Connect with the New Moon and the star signs to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at New Moon Yoga: — Monday, Nov. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. in […]

  • Beginning Hand Sewing

    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Refine your hand sewing skills at Beginning Hand Sewing on Friday, February 5 from […]

  • Advanced Knitting: Victorian White Knitting

    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Intermediate (students should have experience knitting, purling, casting on & off, and reading basic knitting instructions); ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant […]

  • Sew a Plush Bear

    Sew a Plush Bear
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner-Intermediate (must know how to use a sewing machine and keep it maintained during sewing); ages 18+ Learn to complete a plush bear with a bowtie at Sew a Plush Bear on Friday throughSunday, February 5-7 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Rhoda Crawford, the three days will be […]

  • Beginning Weaving II

    Beginning Weaving II
    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Some weaving experience needed; ages 18+ Have you taken Beginning Weaving I and want to continue your craft? Do so at Beginning Weaving II on Saturday and Sunday, February 6-7 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This two-day class with instructor Sharon Bowles will be a continuation of Beginning Weaving I, but instead […]

  • Knitting a Traditional Sontag Shawl

    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner (students should be familiar with basic knit stitch); ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Warm-up with a shawl you […]

  • Fabric Collage Workshop

    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn a new way to use scrap fabric at Fabric Collage Workshop on Saturday, February 6 from 3-6 p.m. in the Mansion. Led by Rhoda […]

  • Sew a Plush Bear

    Sew a Plush Bear
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner-Intermediate (must know how to use a sewing machine and keep it maintained during sewing); ages 18+ Learn to complete a plush bear with a bowtie at Sew a Plush Bear on Friday throughSunday, February 5-7 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Led by instructor Rhoda Crawford, the three days will be […]

  • Beginning Weaving II

    Beginning Weaving II
    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Some weaving experience needed; ages 18+ Have you taken Beginning Weaving I and want to continue your craft? Do so at Beginning Weaving II on Saturday and Sunday, February 6-7 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This two-day class with instructor Sharon Bowles will be a continuation of Beginning Weaving I, but instead […]

  • Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga

    Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga
    Bowling Green Lawn Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Make time for some moving meditation followed by a drink and conversation at Stretch ‘n Sip Yoga on selected Sundays in the Meadow: — Sunday, October 18, 10-11am — Sunday, January 24, 10-11am (held in the Library) — Sunday, February 7, 10-11am (held in the Library) Josie with Yoga Off the Square […]

  • Decorative Off-Loom Weaving

    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Seasoned and beginner weavers are invited to learn a new weaving skill at Decorative Off-Loom Weaving on Sunday, February 7 from 1-4 p.m. in the […]

  • Intro to Machine Quilting: Scrappy Mug Rug

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner (must know how to use a sewing machine); ages 18+ Take your first steps into the world of quilting at Intro to Machine Quilting: Scrappy Mug Rug […]

  • Learn to Spin Yarn

    Learn to Spin Yarn
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; all ages (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Monday December 14 or February 8, from 5-8 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Steph Block will teach […]

  • The Rested Mind

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 15+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Enjoy a group sound bath and breathwork experience at The Rested Mind on Tuesday, February 9 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Candy Reeder will focus this experience on burnout recovery, nervous system care, and sustainable stress […]

  • Author Talk with Ron Erskine

    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All ages  Enjoy tales of suspense and the supernatural, set within rural communities, at an Author Talk with Ron Erskine on Wednesday, February 10 from 6:00-8:00 pm. in the Mansion Library. Erskine will blend history, storytelling, and his personal experience as a veterinarian in an insular Amish community in central Pennsylvania. He will […]

  • Intro to Digital Art

    Intro to Digital Art
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Take your art to the next level and learn the basics of digital art at Intro to Digital Art on Wednesdays, February 10-March 3 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Jose Vazquez will teach students to overcome the […]

  • Bean to Bar Chocolate Making

    Bean to Bar Chocolate Making
    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn to make chocolate bars from start to finish at Bean to Bar Chocolate Making on Friday and Saturday, February 12-13 from 12-3 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Instructor Steve Roper will teach students the process of chocolate making from raw fermented cocoa beans, roasting beans, refining the chocolate, […]

  • The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 3: Drawn by Curiosity

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn approachable ways to draw from observation at The Art of Observation Drawing Series Part 3: Drawn by Curiosity on Saturday, February 13 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Emily Tackitt will bring together the observational drawing techniques explored throughout The Art of Observation series and spend more […]

  • Watercolor Birds

    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 13+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn basic drawing and watercolor techniques at Watercolor Birds on Saturday, February 13 from 12-2 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Instructor Shannon Percoco will lead students in a simple drawing technique to create a graphic transfer of a bird. […]

  • Bean to Bar Chocolate Making

    Bean to Bar Chocolate Making
    Carriage House 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn to make chocolate bars from start to finish at Bean to Bar Chocolate Making on Friday and Saturday, February 12-13 from 12-3 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Instructor Steve Roper will teach students the process of chocolate making from raw fermented cocoa beans, roasting beans, refining the chocolate, […]

  • Stamp Carving Workshop

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Create hand carved stamps from erasers and rubber at a Stamp Carving Workshop on Saturday, February 13 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Leslie […]

  • American Mahjong Open Play

    American Mahjong Open Play
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Know the rules and play American Mahjong; ages 18+ Play Mahjong surrounded by the ambiance of the historic Allerton Mansion at American Mahjong Open Play on select Sundays: January 17, February 14, or March 14 from 1-4 p.m.in the Mansion. Facilitated by Bianca Green and Natalie Bush, open play offers a relaxed and […]

  • Allerton Kids Club: Little Monsters

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 7+; signed participant waiver required. Create your own personal therapy monster through various artistic mediums at Allerton Kids Club: Little Monsters on Monday, February 15 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This fun and stress free workshop led by Orrin Taylor, brings to life an imaginary friend who not only […]

  • American Mahjong for Beginners (Afternoon)

    American Mahjong for Beginners
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Are you interested in learning how to play American Mahjong? Join other newbies at American Mahjong for Beginners on Mondays, February 15 and 22 from 1-4 p.m. in the Solarium. Led by Bianca Green, the first class will cover the basics. You'll meet the tiles, game setup, the Charleston — […]

  • American Mahjong for Beginners (Evening)

    American Mahjong for Beginners
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+  Are you interested in learning how to play American Mahjong? Join other newbies at American Mahjong for Beginners on Mondays, February 15 and 22 from 6-9  p.m. in the Solarium. Led by Bianca Green, the first class will cover the basics. You'll meet the tiles, game setup, the Charleston — […]

  • Handwriting Secrets: What Your Pen Reveals About You

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 16+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Discover what handwriting analysis can reveal about you in Handwriting Secrets: What Your Pen Reveals About You on Tuesday, February 16 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio. Handwriting analysis unlocks secrets to help improve relationships, make more money, achieve […]

  • Intro to Digital Art

    Intro to Digital Art
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Take your art to the next level and learn the basics of digital art at Intro to Digital Art on Wednesdays, February 10-March 3 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Jose Vazquez will teach students to overcome the […]

  • Winter Tree Identification

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Learn how to identify trees in winter during Winter Tree Identification on Friday, February […]

  • Learn to Carve a Celtic Love Spoon

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, learn to layout and carve a spoon with a detail braided handle at Learn to Carve a Celtic Love Spoon on Friday, February 19 from 12-4 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a […]

  • Full Moon Yoga

    Full Moon Yoga
    The Sun Singer Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga: — Sunday, Oct. 25, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Will be held at the Sun Singer) — Tuesday, Nov. 24, 7-8 p.m.  (Will be held in the Library) — Thursday, Jan. 21, 6-7 p.m. (Will be held in […]

  • Barn Quilts

    Greenhouse Auditorium 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ No barn? No problem! Join the barn quilt movement at Barn Quilts on Saturday, February 20 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. Instructor Jane Cade will share the history of barn quilts, techniques, tips, and discuss how to properly seal your finished piece after the paint has dried […]

  • Granny Squares 101: Crochet for Beginners

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn the art of crocheting granny squares at Granny Squares 101: Crochet for Beginners on Saturday, February 20 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will teach the basics of crochet, including hook and yarn selection. Students will learn how to chain, create basic stitches, change colors, […]

  • Practice of Plant-Based Eating

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Students should have taken a Basics of Plant-Based Eating class or have a basic understanding of plant-based eating; ages 18+ Expand your knowledge of eating plant-based at Practice of Plant-Based Eating on Sunday, February 21 from 1-3 p.m. in the Studio.  Instructor Karla Freeze will dive deeper into the practice of plant-based eating, helping students […]

  • Paper Flower Art: Crepe Paper Crocus Bulbs

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Intermediate Create your own paper crocus plant at Paper Flower Art: Crepe Paper Crocus Bulbs on Sunday, February 21 from 1-4 p.m. in the Studio. Led by Cathy Peters, students will create a complete crocus plant—from the roots and bulb to the delicate petals—while exploring the unique properties and versatility of crepe paper. […]

  • Preserved Moss Art

    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Create framed botanical artwork at Preserved Moss Art on Sunday, February 21 from 2-4 p.m. in the Evergreen Lodge. Instructor Olga Aleman will teach students to make artwork using preserved mosses, natural textures, wood, dried botanicals, and decorative accents. […]

  • American Mahjong for Beginners (Afternoon)

    American Mahjong for Beginners
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Are you interested in learning how to play American Mahjong? Join other newbies at American Mahjong for Beginners on Mondays, February 15 and 22 from 1-4 p.m. in the Solarium. Led by Bianca Green, the first class will cover the basics. You'll meet the tiles, game setup, the Charleston — […]

  • American Mahjong for Beginners (Evening)

    American Mahjong for Beginners
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+  Are you interested in learning how to play American Mahjong? Join other newbies at American Mahjong for Beginners on Mondays, February 15 and 22 from 6-9  p.m. in the Solarium. Led by Bianca Green, the first class will cover the basics. You'll meet the tiles, game setup, the Charleston — […]

  • Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath

    Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath
    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All Levels (ages 16+) Immerse yourself in soothing sounds at a Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath on Mondays, Oct. 19, Nov. 30, Dec. 22 (Tuesday), Jan. 25, or Feb. 22 from 7-7:45 p.m. in the Mansion Library. Sound practitioner Marissa Michael will lead a sound bath using crystal singing bowls and chimes designed to […]

  • Beginning Watercolor (Morning)

    Beginning Watercolor A

    Experience level: Beginner Learn the basics of watercolor techniques at Beginning Watercolor (Morning) on Tuesdays, February 23, March, 2, 9, & 16 from 9-11:30 a.m. the Studio. Former art educator Sally Walsh will teach students foundational skills and techniques of watercolor. Students will learn new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes, flowers, […]

  • Beginning Watercolor (Afternoon)

    Beginning Watercolor B
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner Learn the basics of watercolor techniques at Beginning Watercolor (Afternoon) on Tuesdays, February 23, March, 2, 9, & 16 from 12:30-3 p.m. the Studio. Former art educator Sally Walsh will teach students foundational skills and techniques of watercolor. Students will learn new techniques each week to create paintings focusing on landscapes, flowers, […]

  • Intro to Digital Art

    Intro to Digital Art
    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 13+ (minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Take your art to the next level and learn the basics of digital art at Intro to Digital Art on Wednesdays, February 10-March 3 from 6-8 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Jose Vazquez will teach students to overcome the […]

  • Embroidery 101: Winter Sampler

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn a variety of hand embroidery stitches and create a unique craft item at Embroidery 101: Winter Sampler on Thursday, February 25 from 12-4 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, […]

  • Needlefelt Easter Egg

    Studio 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner Create a unique piece of art out of locally sourced alpaca fiber at Needlefelt Easter Egg on Thursday February 25th, from 5-8 p.m. in the Studio. Stephanie Block of Sundrop Alpacas will walk students through the needlefelting process to make a colorful Easter Egg. This class is perfect for those wanting to […]

  • Drink and Draw

    Drink and Draw
    The Mansion 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 18+ Enjoy a social gathering of artists from all over at Drink and Draw on Thursdays, January 28 or February 25 from 6-9 p.m. in the Mansion. Instructor Jose Vazquez will be facilitating this time to connect, draw, paint, inspire and learn from one another over some drinks. Bring […]