Events
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The Farms: Plant Sale Fundraiser
Get ready for gardening season at our annual Plant Sale Fundraiser on May 1-3 on the Gatehouse Lawn. (Friday, May 1, 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, May 2, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, May 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) Purchase your annuals, herbs, veggies, perennials, natives, arranged hanging baskets, Allerton Bluebells (limited supply!) and more. (Cash or check preferred; credit accepted.) […]
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Supper Club — May 1
Join us as Chef DeAngelo Newson serves up an elegant meal at the Supper Club on Friday, May 1 in the Mansion Carriage House. This intimate, fine-dining experience was created to build a community through a shared love of food, arts and education. Enjoy a cocktail hour at 6:30 p.m. (Supper Club members will have access […]
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The Farms: Glassmaking Workshop
Experience Level: Beginner (Ages 7+) Create your own glass art at a Glassmaking Workshop on on Saturday May 2 during a 20-30 minute time slot from 11am-5pm. With guidance from Mack Glass, students will get to make their very own pendant, planter pick decoration, or marble to take home after this introductory workshop. $40/person. Register here. […]
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The Farms: Spring Market
Do some shopping, support local makers and learn about Allerton’s folk school at our Spring Market on Saturday, May 2 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Mansion. Besides selling their handmade creations, instructors from The Farms will share information about their craft and do informal demonstrations. Find a list of vendors here. It’s all part of the […]
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The Farms: A Taste of Tarot
Experience Level: Beginner Learn what Tarot is and what it’s not at A Taste of Tarot on Saturday, May 2 from 12-12:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. In this 30-minute introductory talk, instructor Charlie Wolf will engage students in a brief discussion of how to learn the cards, types of tarot, and how to […]
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The Farms: Beginning Nature Journaling
Experience Level: All levels Slow down and engage with the natural world at Beginning Nature Journaling on Saturday, May 2 from 1-2:00 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. This calming, creative workshop led by the Allerton Park Natural Journaling Club will blend the mindful art of “zentangle” with the observational practice of nature journaling. Whether it’s […]
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The Farms: Hive Visit
Experience Level: All levels/ages Take an exclusive peek at Allerton’s bee hives during a Hive Visit on Saturday, May 2 from 2-2:30 p.m. Meet in the Mansion Gallery. Beekeepers Maggie and Steve will lead participants outside to the Allerton bee hives in the Herb Garden, as they explain the basics of hive management, bee safety, […]
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The Farms: Plant Your Planter
Experience Level: Beginner Get your hands in the soil and learn the art of creating a beautiful, balanced arrangement at Plant Your Planter on Saturday, May 2 from 2-3 p.m. outside at the Plant Sale. In this hands-on workshop led by Lucas Rund, students will design a 12-inch container using a combination of annual plants […]
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The Farms: MELT for Gardeners
Experience Level: All levels Learn how to ease your hand, shoulder, and back pain at MELT for Gardeners on Saturday, May 2 from 2:15-2:45 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Instructor Mary French will share information about a specialized self-care technique, MELT (Myofascial Energetic Length Technique), and how gardeners can use it to reduce stiffness, […]
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(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Watercolor Workshop
Experience Level: Beginner Practice some beginning watercolor techniques at a Watercolor Workshop on Saturday, May 2 from 3-3:30 p.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Instructor Emily Tackitt will guide students in a brief 30-minute workshop creating watercolor backgrounds. Creations can then be used for various projects like greeting cards, wall décor, or even bookmarks! $5/person. […]
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Blooming Breakfast
Enjoy a festive spring morning in the Mansion at a Blooming Breakfast on Sunday, May 3 from 9-10:30 a.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Complete your Bluebell Festival weekend with a delicious spread of fresh food, juice, coffee and hot tea, as well as mimosas and Bloody Mary’s from our cash bar. The breakfast buffet […]
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(SOLD OUT) Blooming Breakfast
Enjoy a festive spring morning in the Mansion at a Blooming Breakfast on Sunday, May 3 from 9-10:30 a.m. in the Mansion Carriage House. Complete your Bluebell Festival weekend with a delicious spread of fresh food, juice, coffee and hot tea, as well as mimosas and Bloody Mary’s from our cash bar. The breakfast buffet […]
