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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) An Evening with Poe
DESCRIPTION:Would you be nervous—very\, very dreadfully nervous to visit the mansion after dark? \nYou are cordially invited to experience An Evening with Poe on Wednesday\, October 28th or Thursday\, October 29th. Walk the halls and discover the secrets of the Mansion while finding Poe in a different setting for each chilling tale. \nDoors open at 6:30 to begin your self-guided tour or sip a drink from the cash bar in the solarium.\nHaunting poems and tales from Edgar Allen Poe will be performed by actors from The Station Theater from 7-9pm. \nTickets to this ghastly grim event sell quickly\, so purchase them now or regret it…for evermore. \n$30/person. Register here. Registration closes October 26 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  \nDo you dare stay the night? Discounted rooms ($110/night + tax) are available in the Mansion for the weak and weary. View rooms here and book online or by calling 217-333-3287. \n  \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate\, please email 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
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/an-evening-with-poe/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,The Farms
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) An Evening with Poe
DESCRIPTION:Would you be nervous—very\, very dreadfully nervous to visit the mansion after dark? \nYou are cordially invited to experience An Evening with Poe on Wednesday\, October 28th or Thursday\, October 29th. Walk the halls and discover the secrets of the Mansion while finding Poe in a different setting for each chilling tale. \nDoors open at 6:30 to begin your self-guided tour or sip a drink from the cash bar in the solarium.\nHaunting poems and tales from Edgar Allen Poe will be performed by actors from The Station Theater from 7-9pm. \nTickets to this ghastly grim event sell quickly\, so purchase them now or regret it…for evermore. \n$30/person. Register here. Registration closes October 26 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  \nDo you dare stay the night? Discounted rooms ($110/night + tax) are available in the Mansion for the weak and weary. View rooms here and book online or by calling 217-333-3287. \n  \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations in order to participate\, please email 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
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/an-evening-with-poe/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,The Farms
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SUMMARY:How To Find An Owl In Your Neighborhood
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: All skill levels & ages \nLearn more about where to look for owls in a safe and ethical manner at Great Horned Owls: How to Find an Owl on Sunday\, Nov. 1 from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Mansion Library. \nAward-winning naturalist Mark Glenshaw is back at Allerton to teach students more about these majestic creatures. His engaging lecture will focus on what to listen for and the importance of research and collaboration. \n$25/person. Register here. Registration will close Oct. 28 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.  \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nMark Glenshaw is an award-winning naturalist from St. Louis\, Missouri who observes\, documents and performs outreach regarding the wild Great Horned Owls that live in Forest Park — a large urban park in St. Louis. He was studied these owls six to seven nights per week since December of 2005\, documenting their behavior in both photos and video. \nGlenshaw also received the 2025 Outstanding Educator Award from the St. Louis Audubon Society. \nHis outreach includes an average of 70 owl prowls and 50 presentations per year\, including presentations to various Audubon Society chapters and six presentations for the Smithsonian Institution. \nIn 2006 Glenshaw was awarded the Citizen Science Award by the Academy of Science of St. Louis. He is also a Certified Interpretive Guide\, a certified Missouri Master Naturalist and a volunteer for Forest Park Forever.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/how-to-find-an-owl/
LOCATION:The Library\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Public Mansion Tour
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nAttend one of our Public Mansion Tours* to view inside Robert Allerton’s 1900s-era mansion and hear the unique history of the creation of the estate. \nTours typically last 60 minutes and will meet in the Mansion Gallery. Tours will primarily cover the first floor of the home with an optional trip to the second and third floors when available. \n$15/person. Register here. All sales are final. \n*2026-2027 tour dates:\n— Sunday\, Oct. 11\, 1-2 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Nov. 1\, 1-2 p.m.\n— Sunday\, Feb. 28\, 1-2 p.m. \n  \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Sarah at sputman2@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.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/public-mansion-tour-nov/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Tours/Hikes
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SUMMARY:Sunday Funday: Nov. 1
DESCRIPTION:Don’t let the end of the weekend get you down — head out to Allerton for a Sunday Funday on Sunday\, November 1 from 2-4 p.m.! \nThe first floor of the Mansion and the Solarium Bar will be open\, plus live music from Cherry & Jerry Ragtime Duo and yard games around the Koi Pond (weather permitting). Register for a Farms class (see details below)\, grab lunch at the Greenhouse Café\, or visit downtown Monticello and make a day of it! \nFree\, no registration required. \n\nFarms classes (pre-registration required): \nGreat Horned Owls: How to Find an Owl\, 12-1:30 p.m.\nPublic Mansion Tour\, 2-3 p.m. \n\nFind additional Sunday Funday dates here. \nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Hali at halicarp@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. 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/sunday-funday-nov/
CATEGORIES:Special Events,Sunday Funday
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Whole Grain Pie Dough Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: All Skill Levels (Ages 15+; parents/guardians are not required to register with their children\, but all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site.) \nMake your own delicious\, flaky creations at a Whole Grain Pie Dough Workshop on Sunday\, Nov.1 from 2-5 p.m. in the Mansion Kitchen. \nInstructor Hannah Fink will share how to make a flaky\, buttery pie crust using locally grown wheat from Janie’s Mill. Students will make pie dough to take home\, working with whole grains for a flavorful and nutritious bite. In addition\, students will work with pre-made dough to showcase several ways to build sweet and savory treats\, utilizing local and seasonal produce. Best of all\, students will snack and enjoy each other’s company! \n$85/person*. Register here. Registration closes Oct. 18 or when the capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should wear clothes suitable for getting flour on. Students should bring a rolling pie and their favorite pie recipe to share.   \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nHannah Fink\, a baker and local food enthusiast\, started Tooth Butter Bakery locally in Urbana\, IL. The bakery started as a cottage bakery\, moved to a commercial space in downtown last year after several years of operation\, and currently is dormant\, waiting for its next configuration as Hannah is off on maternity leave with her second child. She revels in naturally leavened bread and quality pastries\, with a focus on organic\, whole grains\, mostly stone-milled and local from Janie’s Mill in Ashkum\, IL. She hopes to be a positive force in our community and centralizes her work on participating in our local food systems. Hannah has been baking bread for nearly 10 years and has been supported over the years by many mentors and inspirations\, she is looking to pass on the knowledge she has gained and continue this pass-down wisdom. Bread and grains are a staple in our community; teaching the skills of baking help preserve their heritage.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/whole-grain-pie-dough/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Mystic Mondays: Intro to Reading Tea Leaves
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner (ages 18+) \nLearn what stories your teacup has to tell at Mystic Mondays: Intro to Reading Tea Leaves on Monday\, Nov. 2 from 6-8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. \nWho remembers their granny reading the tea leaves after a heartfelt conversation? Instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf will teach students how to recognize shapes in the tea leaves and interpret what those shapes mean when it comes to understanding the issues that life tends to throw at us now and again. By the end of this lively\, hands-on class\, students will have a basic understanding of reading tea leaves for themselves and others. \n$65/person*. Register here. Registration closes Oct. 30 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring their own cup and saucer; the cup should have angled rather than straight sides\, so that the tea leaves have a place to settle. Tea will be provided – please email owarren@illinois.edu with any allergies. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nCharlie is an old hippie who’s been studying the weird ways of the world for nearly 50 years. She’s happiest when she’s got her hands in mud\, either making pottery in the ‘Artbox’ or tending to things in the yarden (yard + garden = yarden). Astrology\, tarot\, and herbs are her greatest interests\, but she’s dabbled in most metaphysical topics in the last five decades\, because life always has something new to offer. She is a contributing author for Llewellyn Worldwide\, a ghostwriter for renowned psychic celebrities\, and makes a wicked batch of fudge. She lives in central Illinois with her very patient husband and her special needs Great Danes.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/reading-tea-leaves/
LOCATION:The Library\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Thread Bowls
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nAre you looking for a unique and experimental experience? Join us for Thread Bowls on Wednesday\, Nov. 4 from 12-4 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. \nInstructor Billie Theide will explore color theory and design as students create a beautiful decorative thread bowl that can resemble glass. Using a special fabric base\, sewing thread\, yarn\, fabric scraps\, and dimensional embellishments\, everyday materials will be transformed into a richly textured\, functional work of art. Students should bring their imagination\, plus the supplies listed below.* \n$100/person*. Register here. Registration closes Oct. 28 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring the following:\n– one 12” ruler\n– two blue or black ink pens\n– one pair of scissors\n– one roll of paper towels\n– sewing machine (optional)\n– a few sewing needles\n– blow dryer (optional) \nand a monochromatic collection of:\n– spools of left over sewing thread\n– bits of left over yarn in any fiber\n– partial skeins of left over embroidery floss\n– left over crochet thread\n– left over fabric scraps  \n\n If you will need disability-related accommodations 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.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nBillie Theide is Professor Emerita and a former Chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler\, textile artist\, and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City\, and the Racine Art Museum\, among others. She is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/thread-bowls/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Library Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate one of the most iconic spaces in the Allerton Mansion at our Library Dedication on Wednesday\, November 4 from 4-6 p.m. (program at 5 p.m.) \nThanks to the generosity of Susan and Steven Zumdahl\, the Library has undergone an extensive transformation over the last three years. Updated furniture\, audio-visual equipment\, window treatments\, paint\, and lighting have created a functional space reminiscent of Robert Allerton’s original design. In addition\, recent updates to the Library Terrace will provide a more welcoming outdoor space\, while literally paving the way for future access to the Koi Pond. \nJoin us for a lovely afternoon in the Library! Refreshments will be provided.  \nFor planning purposes\, registration is appreciated by October 28. Register here. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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. 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/library-dedication/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Supper Club — Nov. 6
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Chef Benny DelValley serves up an elegant Japanese-inspired meal* at Supper Club on Friday\, Nov. 6 in the Mansion Carriage House. \nThis intimate\, fine-dining experience was created to build a community through a shared love of food\, arts and education. Enjoy a cocktail hour at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Find the menu here. \n\n$100/person. Register here. Registration will close Oct. 19 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n\n*Because of the unique nature of this custom meal\, we are not able to accommodate any dietary requests (e.g.\, vegetarian\, gluten sensitivity\, dairy allergy\, etc.).   \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\nAbout the Chef\nChef Benny DelValley opened the Pond Street concept — built by obsession\, respect for culture and food — in 2022. Located inside the VFW Post #630 at 1303 E. Main St. in Urbana\, Pond Street is a tiny spot with big personality\, the place to come to when you want something different. From katsu-style catfish to house-made sauces and spice blends\, everything is crafted by hand in its Urbana kitchen. Even the buns get blessed with a little extra love. \n“We’re not a chain. We’re not fancy. We’re just here to make the best damn fish sando you’ve ever eaten\,” DelValley said.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/supper-club-nov-6/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Special Events,Supper Club
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SUMMARY:Everlasting Wreath Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 16+; all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver.) \nAssemble your own unique wreath adorned with dried flowers at an Everlasting Wreath Workshop on Tuesday\, Nov. 10 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. \nInstructor Maggie Taylor will demonstrate how to create a wreath using a base of grapevine or willow and everlasting flowers harvested and dried at Delight Flower Farm. These dried wreaths are great to hang or use as a table centerpiece for upcoming holiday gatherings. \n$65/person*. Register here. Registration closes Nov. 3 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring gardening gloves. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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. \n\nAbout the Instructor\nMaggie Taylor is a farm owner who has been growing flowers and leading workshops since 2011. Trained as an artist\, she loves turning natural materials into objects of joy and empowering others to as well. Depending on the time of year she may be teaching about fresh flowers or winter evergreen wreaths. Maggie’s teaching style is accessible\, informative\, encouraging and often humorous! Other capable farm crew members assist in teaching large groups.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/wreath-workshop/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:The Farms: Wet Felt Bowls & Vessels
DESCRIPTION:Experience level: Beginner (Ages 18+) \nAre you a beginner\, or interested in refining your wet felting skills? Join us for Wet Felt Bowls and Vessels on Wednesday\, Nov. 11 from 12-4 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. \nInstructor Billie Theide will teach students to transform wool into art as they use a resist to wet felt into a decorative bowl or vessel. The class will use luxurious silk\, dyed wool roving\, wool felt sheet\, and dimensional inclusions to explore and transform ephemeral materials into a richly textured\, sturdy\, and functional work of art. \n$130/person*. Register here. Registration closes Nov. 4 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring the following:\n-two bath-sized towels\n-one 12” ruler\n-two blue or black ink pens\n-one pair of scissors\n-one roll of paper towels \nLearn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations 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 instructor\nBillie Theide is Professor Emerita and a former Chair of the Crafts Program at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Theide is a metalsmith\, jeweler\, textile artist\, and ceramicist. Her work is in public art collections around the world including the Smithsonian\, Museum of Arts & Design in New York City\, Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City\, and the Racine Art Museum\, among others. She is the recipient of a Visual Arts Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts and five Artists Fellowship Grants from the Illinois Arts Council. Theide has been recognized for her excellence in teaching and is a Distinguished Member and Past-President of the Society of North American Goldsmiths. \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.\nFind the complete Fall schedule here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/the-farms-wet-felt-bowls-vessels/
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Soap Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nLearn to make your own soap at a Soap Making Workshop on Sunday\, Nov. 15 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. \nInstructor Sally Walsh will walk students through the process of making soap including the science of making soap\, safety\, ingredients used\, and the herbal benefits. Students will then learn how to make their own bar of soap with their preferred scents. \nAll students will take home four pounds of soap\, plus a booklet of instructions and recipes. \n$110/person*. Register here. Registration closes Nov. 8 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should wear old clothes. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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. 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/soap-making/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Melt with Mary
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: All skill levels (ages 13+) \nLearn how to ease your foot\, back\, or hip pain\, and hike without pain at MELT with Mary on Sundays\, Sept. 20\, Oct. 18\, or Dec. 20 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Mansion Library. \nInstructor Mary French will lead this introductory workshop to the MELT (Myofascial Energetic Length Technique) method\, a self-treatment system that uses soft rollers and balls to improve the body’s connective tissue\, nervous and lymphatic systems. \nStudents will use MELT soft balls and soft rollers as they learn simple techniques that can be done at home to remain active and healthy\, and help provide relief from low back pain\, arthritis\, bunions and plantar fasciitis \n$30/person*. Register here. Registration closes 1 day prior to class or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring a yoga mat\, water bottle\, and wear activewear. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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. \n\nAbout the Instructor\nAs a walker and runner with plantar fasciitis\, Mary French received relief from the MELT Method and became a MELT instructor in 2014. She now shares her passion for the self-care method at various health events\, including at Allerton. \n“If hikers MELT their feet before hitting the trails\, they will reduce their risk of injury and aches. Then MELTing afterwards will reduce the soreness from hiking.”
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/melt-2/
LOCATION:The Library\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Mystic Monday: Intro to Numerology
DESCRIPTION:Entry Level: Beginner (ages 18+) \nHave you ever wondered why some numbers repeat throughout your life? Now is your chance to find out at Mystic Mondays: Intro to Numerology on Monday\, Nov. 16 from 6-8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. \nIn this lively and informative class\, Llewellyn Worldwide author Charlie Rainbow Wolf will teach you what the different numbers mean when it comes to their significance in your life and the lives of those close to you. You’ll learn about your life path number\, your soul path number\, your heart’s desire number\, and more! \nThe study of numerology is rich and thick and—unlike astrology—it doesn’t matter if you know your exact time of birth or not! It’s the combination of the name you were given at birth\, the name you use now\, and the date of your birth that make you unique individual that you are! Want to take a deeper look? Grab a notebook and pen and join us for this fun class. Let’s unlock the secrets of your numbers! \n$55/person. Register here. Registration closes Nov. 13 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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.  \n\nAbout the Instructor\nCharlie is an old hippie who’s been studying the weird ways of the world for nearly 50 years. She’s happiest when she’s got her hands in mud\, either making pottery in the ‘Artbox’ or tending to things in the yarden (yard + garden = yarden). Astrology\, tarot\, and herbs are her greatest interests\, but she’s dabbled in most metaphysical topics in the last five decades\, because life always has something new to offer. She is a contributing author for Llewellyn Worldwide\, a ghostwriter for renowned psychic celebrities\, and makes a wicked batch of fudge. She lives in central Illinois with her very patient husband and her special needs Great Danes.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/intro-to-numerology/
LOCATION:The Library\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Community Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nConnect with your body in a peaceful environment during Community Yoga on Wednesday\, November 18  from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Mansion Library. \nJosie Heck with Yoga Off the Square will help you gently flow through a series of poses with the intention of being mindful of and reconnecting with your mind and body. Perfect for all levels\, this class will leave students feeling refreshed and at ease. \nParticipants are strongly encouraged to bring their own yoga mat and to wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. \nRegistration is required here two days prior to each session. Community classes are donation-based to help support the Park and public programs. Make your gift in-person or online. \nPlease print and sign the liability form and bring it with you to class. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia Bunting at owarren@illinois.edu. \n\nAbout the instructor\nJosie Heck began teaching yoga in 2014 after receiving her 200-hour teacher training through Amara Yoga and the Arts and Yoga Alliance. Since that time\, she has expanded her range of classes to better serve the community. While she specializes in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow\, her most popular classes are Beginners Yoga\, Chair Yoga\, Kids classes\, Yin Yoga\, Restorative Yoga and Gentle Flow. \nShe teaches yoga classes through The Farms as well as providing free classes at Monticello Middle School and free breathwork at Monticello High School. She has also led classes at the local hospital and senior assisted facilities.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/community-yoga/
LOCATION:The Library\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Meditative Sound Bath
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: All Levels (ages 16+) \nImmerse 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. \nSound practitioner Marissa Michael will lead a sound bath using crystal singing bowls and chimes designed to promote relaxation and mindfulness. Breath-centered grounding and the resonant tones of the bowls will help to guide students inward. \nThese sessions offer a serene and contemplative atmosphere to soften\, unwind\, and settle into reflective stillness\, reconnecting with yourself in a meaningful and restorative way. \n$25/person*. Register here. Registration will close 1 day prior to each class or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n*Students should bring a yoga mat\, blanket and pillow\, and dress for movement. Limited mats will be provided on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations 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. \n\nAbout the Instructor\nAs a sound practitioner\, Marissa Michael weaves crystal singing bowls into her work\, creating meditative sound bath experiences that support chakra alignment\, emotional release and deep therapeutic rest. In her candlelit meditative sound baths\, she blends gentle mindfulness cues\, breath-centered grounding and the resonant tones of the bowls to guide students inward.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/candlelight-sound-bath/2026-11-30/
LOCATION:The Library\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T200000
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SUMMARY:Preparing Traditional Mincemeat
DESCRIPTION:Experience level: All skill levels; ages 8+ (children ages 8-15 must register with an adult); all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver \nLearn what mincemeat is and how to prepare it at Preparing Traditional Mincemeat on Tuesday\, December 1 from 6-8 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. \nLed by instructor Charlie Rainbow Wolf\, students will be guided through the different steps of making their own (vegetarian) mincemeat from a hand-me-down recipe\, as they learn about the history and customs of the treat. Students will take a jar of mincemeat home with them to bake into their own pies\, and of course the recipe to create their own mincemeat traditions in the coming years! \n$80/person. Register here. Registration closes November 24 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Olivia 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. \n\nAbout the instructor:\nCharlie Rainbow Wolf describes herself as an “old hippie” who has studied the “weird ways of the world for nearly 50 years.” She is happiest with her hands in the mud\, either making pottery in an ‘artbox’ or tending things in her ‘yarden’ (yard + garden). \nAstrology\, tarot and herbs are Charlie’s greatest interests\, but she has also dabbled in metaphysical topics in the last five decades — because life always has something new to offer. \nShe is a contributing author for Llewellyn Worldwide\, is a ghostwriter for renowned psychic celebrities\, and makes a wicked batch of fudge! Charlie lives in central Illinois with her very patient husband and special needs Great Danes.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/traditional-mincemeat/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Youth Programs
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nExperience the joys of the season at Wreath Making on Wednesday\, Dec. 2 or Thursday\, Dec. 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. (Each date covers the same material.) \nMaggie Taylor of Delight Flower Farm will share basic wreath building and design techniques to help students craft a unique\, seasonal decoration. Students will use locally sourced supplies (fresh evergreens\, berries\, pinecones\, tree nuts\, ribbons\, dried flowers\, etc.) to make a beautiful holiday wreath to take home (about 20 inches in diameter). \nA cash bar will be available. \n$80/person*. Registration will close one week before each course begins\, or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n– December 2\n– December 3 \n*Students should bring gardening gloves \n\nIf 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. \n\nAbout the instructor\nMaggie Taylor is a farm owner who has been growing flowers and leading workshops since 2011. Trained as an artist\, she loves turning natural materials into objects of joy and empowering others to as well. Depending on the time of year she may be teaching about fresh flowers or winter evergreen wreaths. Maggie’s teaching style is accessible\, informative\, encouraging and often humorous! Other capable farm crew members assist in teaching large groups.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/holiday-wreath-making-workshop/2026-12-02/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Experience Level: Beginner \nExperience the joys of the season at Wreath Making on Wednesday\, Dec. 2 or Thursday\, Dec. 3 from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. (Each date covers the same material.) \nMaggie Taylor of Delight Flower Farm will share basic wreath building and design techniques to help students craft a unique\, seasonal decoration. Students will use locally sourced supplies (fresh evergreens\, berries\, pinecones\, tree nuts\, ribbons\, dried flowers\, etc.) to make a beautiful holiday wreath to take home (about 20 inches in diameter). \nA cash bar will be available. \n$80/person*. Registration will close one week before each course begins\, or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n– December 2\n– December 3 \n*Students should bring gardening gloves \n\nIf 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. \n\nAbout the instructor\nMaggie Taylor is a farm owner who has been growing flowers and leading workshops since 2011. Trained as an artist\, she loves turning natural materials into objects of joy and empowering others to as well. Depending on the time of year she may be teaching about fresh flowers or winter evergreen wreaths. Maggie’s teaching style is accessible\, informative\, encouraging and often humorous! Other capable farm crew members assist in teaching large groups.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/holiday-wreath-making-workshop/2026-12-03/
LOCATION:Carriage House\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms
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SUMMARY:Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Shop\, eat\, drink – and be merry! — at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Friday\, December 4 from 5-9 p.m.! \nGrab a drink from the Solarium Bar and stroll through the decorated Mansion as you shop from specially selected artisans and businesses. Stop by the Carriage House for natural-ornament making with the Monticello Area Art Council\, where you can make an ornament for our courtyard tree and one to take home! \nDon’t miss an enchanting stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, with added entertainment from the Monticello High School Madrigal singers in the Mansion Courtyard from 6-8 p.m. (breaks every 30 minutes) and the Quest Church Handbell Choir in the Brick Wall Garden from 5-8 p.m. (performances at the top of every hour). \nTake your time and warm up with a meal from a food truck\, the Greenhouse Café or a drink from our indoor and outdoor bars! \nComplete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n\n$10/person (Ages 12 & under free). Registration will open at 10 a.m. on Thursday\, October 1. Register here. Tickets will also be available upon arrival (exact change appreciated). All sales are final. \nThe Showcase continues Saturday\, Dec. 6 (12-8 p.m.) and Sunday\, Dec. 7 (11 a.m.-4 p.m.)\, with optional meal add-ons. Find information on all of our holiday events here. \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 
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/showcase-friday/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Holiday Opening Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend\, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday\, Dec. 4 through Sunday\, Dec. 6! \nShop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management\, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, enjoy special musical entertainment\, linger over food and drink\, bundle up on a picturesque Carriage Ride presented by Busey Bank\, stay overnight in the historic Mansion\, and more! \n\nThis is an overview of the entire weekend – click on the date links below for more details and tickets. \nFRIDAY\, DEC. 4\, 5-9 p.m.\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\,  Greenhouse Café open (limited menu)\, Food Trucks (Gatehouse Lawn)\, Bar (Mansion + Gatehouse Lawn)\n— Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n$10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSATURDAY\, DEC. 5\, 12-9 p.m.\n—11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\n— 12-8 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— 12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.: Luncheon (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.)\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\, Food Trucks + Bar (Gatehouse Lawn)\n—  Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSUNDAY\, DEC. 6\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.*\n— 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— Noon or 3 p.m.: Afternoon Tea (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.) \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n*Sunday’s Holiday GLOW is not included in Opening Weekend but will begin Sunday evening at 5 p.m. with a cost of $10/vehicle. \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. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/holiday-opening-weekend/2026-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank
DESCRIPTION:Take a ride in our winter wonderland at Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank on Saturday\, Dec. 5 and Sunday\, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. \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 3:45 p.m. each day. \nThe carriage rides are happening during our festive Holiday Opening Weekend (separate registration required)\, which will include local vendors in the Mansion\, live music\, food and more! \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. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here. \n\nAbout Busey Bank\nBusey Bank is more than a financial institution—we’re a trusted partner in the communities we serve. For over 150 years\, we’ve built lasting relationships by delivering personalized banking solutions while investing in local initiatives that strengthen families\, businesses\, and neighborhoods.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/carriage-rides-showcase/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:Mansion Courtyard
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Tours/Hikes
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SUMMARY:Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of the season with an afternoon at Allerton during our Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Saturday\, Dec. 6 from 12-8 p.m. in the Mansion! \nShop for unique gifts from selected artisans and businesses as you stroll through the decorated Mansion and sip on a beverage from the Solarium Bar. Make reservations in advance to dine in the Mansion’s Carriage House at 12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m. (Find the menu here.) The Greenhouse Café (a short walk/drive from the Mansion) will be open with a limited menu and featuring additional vendors. \nTake a ride in our winter wonderland with Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank (rides every 15 minutes between 11 a.m.-3:45 p.m.; additional cost and registration required). \nStarting at 5 p.m.\, venture outside before or after shopping and stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, or grab a bit to eat from a food truck. \nComplete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n\n$10/person (12 & under free). Register here. Showcase only tickets will also be available upon arrival. \n$45/person with meal* (12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.; 5 & under free). Register here. All sales are final. \nThe Showcase is also taking place Friday\, Dec. 5 (5-9 p.m.) and Sunday\, Dec. 7 (11 a.m.-4 p.m.). Find information on all of our holiday events here. \n\n*Seating will be assigned. If you have seating requests or dietary restrictions\, contact Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu by Friday\, Nov. 20. (Tickets purchased together will automatically be seated together.) \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\nSterling Wealth Management was founded in 2004 by Sharon and Martin Allen with a mission to be a beacon of light in the financial services industry and help their clients change the world. They created a company that is truly committed to making our community a place that we all want to be a part of. Sterling’s fee-only unbiased and comprehensive wealth management advice for successful families and individuals extends from investment consulting to various wealth enhancement and planning strategies.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/showcase-saturday/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Holiday Opening Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend\, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday\, Dec. 4 through Sunday\, Dec. 6! \nShop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management\, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, enjoy special musical entertainment\, linger over food and drink\, bundle up on a picturesque Carriage Ride presented by Busey Bank\, stay overnight in the historic Mansion\, and more! \n\nThis is an overview of the entire weekend – click on the date links below for more details and tickets. \nFRIDAY\, DEC. 4\, 5-9 p.m.\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\,  Greenhouse Café open (limited menu)\, Food Trucks (Gatehouse Lawn)\, Bar (Mansion + Gatehouse Lawn)\n— Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n$10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSATURDAY\, DEC. 5\, 12-9 p.m.\n—11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\n— 12-8 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— 12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.: Luncheon (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.)\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\, Food Trucks + Bar (Gatehouse Lawn)\n—  Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSUNDAY\, DEC. 6\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.*\n— 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— Noon or 3 p.m.: Afternoon Tea (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.) \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n*Sunday’s Holiday GLOW is not included in Opening Weekend but will begin Sunday evening at 5 p.m. with a cost of $10/vehicle. \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. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/holiday-opening-weekend/2026-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:(SOLD OUT) Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank
DESCRIPTION:Take a ride in our winter wonderland at Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank on Saturday\, Dec. 5 and Sunday\, Dec. 6 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. \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 3:45 p.m. each day. \nThe carriage rides are happening during our festive Holiday Opening Weekend (separate registration required)\, which will include local vendors in the Mansion\, live music\, food and more! \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. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here. \n\nAbout Busey Bank\nBusey Bank is more than a financial institution—we’re a trusted partner in the communities we serve. For over 150 years\, we’ve built lasting relationships by delivering personalized banking solutions while investing in local initiatives that strengthen families\, businesses\, and neighborhoods.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/carriage-rides-showcase/2026-12-06/
LOCATION:Mansion Courtyard
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Tours/Hikes
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SUMMARY:Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management (Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:Slow down and savor the season with a Sunday outing to the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management on Sunday\, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Mansion! \nShop for unique gifts from selected artisans and businesses as you stroll through the decorated Mansion and sip on a beverage from the Solarium Bar. Make your reservation in advance to celebrate in style at our Afternoon Tea (noon or 3 p.m. SOLD OUT). Served with our best antique China\, enjoy a splendid selection of English tea\, along with a variety of sweet and savory delights. Find the menu here. \nBe sure to leave time for a ride in our winter wonderland with Carriage Rides presented by Busey Bank (rides every 15 minutes between 11 a.m.-3:45 p.m.; additional cost and registration required). \nShowcase attendees can also purchase food and drinks on their own from the Greenhouse Café (a short walk/drive from the Mansion)\, which will serve a limited menu and feature additional vendors. \n$10/person (12 & under free). Register here. Showcase only tickets will also be available upon arrival. \n$45/person with Afternoon Tea* (noon or 3 p.m. SOLD OUT; 5 & under free). Register here. All sales are final. \nThe Showcase is also taking place Friday\, Dec. 5 (5-9 p.m.) and Saturday\, Dec. 6 (12-8 p.m.). Find information on all of our holiday events here. \n\n*Seating will be assigned. If you have seating requests or dietary restrictions\, contact Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu by Friday\, Nov. 20. (Tickets purchased together will automatically be seated together.) \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\nSterling Wealth Management was founded in 2004 by Sharon and Martin Allen with a mission to be a beacon of light in the financial services industry and help their clients change the world. They created a company that is truly committed to making our community a place that we all want to be a part of. Sterling’s fee-only unbiased and comprehensive wealth management advice for successful families and individuals extends from investment consulting to various wealth enhancement and planning strategies.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/showcase-sunday/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Holiday Opening Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at our Holiday Opening Weekend\, with a variety of festive fun happening Friday\, Dec. 4 through Sunday\, Dec. 6! \nShop from local vendors at the Holiday Showcase presented by Sterling Wealth Management\, stroll through the illuminated gardens and woodlands of Holiday GLOW presented by the U of I Community Credit Union\, enjoy special musical entertainment\, linger over food and drink\, bundle up on a picturesque Carriage Ride presented by Busey Bank\, stay overnight in the historic Mansion\, and more! \n\nThis is an overview of the entire weekend – click on the date links below for more details and tickets. \nFRIDAY\, DEC. 4\, 5-9 p.m.\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\,  Greenhouse Café open (limited menu)\, Food Trucks (Gatehouse Lawn)\, Bar (Mansion + Gatehouse Lawn)\n— Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \n$10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSATURDAY\, DEC. 5\, 12-9 p.m.\n—11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\n— 12-8 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— 12:30 p.m. or 5 p.m.: Luncheon (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.)\n— 5-9 p.m.: Holiday GLOW (outdoors)\, Food Trucks + Bar (Gatehouse Lawn)\n—  Lodging available in the Mansion and guesthouses. View rooms and make a reservation online or call 217-333-3287. \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n\nSUNDAY\, DEC. 6\, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.*\n— 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Holiday Showcase (Mansion)\, Carriage Rides (tickets go on sale October 1)\, Bar (Mansion Solarium)\n— Noon or 3 p.m.: Afternoon Tea (Mansion Carriage House; tickets go on sale October 1.) \nStarting at $10/person. Tickets go on sale Oct. 1. \n*Sunday’s Holiday GLOW is not included in Opening Weekend but will begin Sunday evening at 5 p.m. with a cost of $10/vehicle. \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. \nFind information on all of our holiday events here.
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/holiday-opening-weekend/2026-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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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
URL:https://allerton.illinois.edu/event/holiday-glow/2026-12-06/
CATEGORIES:Seasonal,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Holiday History Night
DESCRIPTION:Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site) \nStep into a world of festive elegance at this open-house style Holiday History Night on Monday Dec. 7 from 5-7 p.m. at the Mansion.  \nExperience the magic of the Allerton Mansion bejeweled with over 40 twinkling trees as you move throughout the first floor and some of the decorated rooms upstairs. Our dedicated volunteer tour guides will be stationed around the home to share the unique history of Allerton Park and the creation of the estate. \nA typical tour takes about one hour to complete\, so give yourself plenty of time to enjoy the Mansion in all its holiday splendor! \nA cash bar will be available from 5-6:30pm. \n$15/person. Register here. Registration closes December 6 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final. \n\nIf you will need disability-related accommodations to participate\, please email Sarah at sputman2@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/holiday-history-night/
LOCATION:The Mansion\, 515 Old Timber Road\, Monticello\, IL\, 61856\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Farms,Tours/Hikes,Youth Programs
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