Events
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The Farms: Learn to Spin Yarn
Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Dec. 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. (Both courses cover the same material). After a brief introduction from instructor Stephanie Block, students will have time for […]
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The Farms: Herbal Magic: The Power of Aromatherapy
Experience Level: Beginner Have you ever had a smell trigger a memory? Learn why that happens at Herbal Magic: The Power of Aromatherapy on Thursdays, Nov. 20 or Dec. 11 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Auditorium. In this hands-on workshop, instructor Candy Reeder will present the science behind how scents use your olfactory system […]
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The Farms: Winter Botany
Experience Level: BeginnerLearn more about the plants of Allerton at Winter Botany on Saturday, Dec. 13 & 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in The Studio and outdoors. Instructor Fran Harty will begin each class in The Studio and share information about twig characteristics, fruits and how to use an identification key. The remainder of the time […]
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The Farms: Beginner Jam Sessions
Experience Level: Beginner Learn how to jam with other musicians at Beginner Jam Sessions on Saturdays, Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8 and Dec. 13 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in The Studio. Learn to play as a group and learn new songs at a gentle pace in a friendly environment. Jams sessions are open […]
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Holiday Affair
Get in the holiday spirit with an elegant evening in the Mansion at Holiday Affair on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 5 to 10 p.m. Black tie optional. The night will […]
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(SOLD OUT) Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank
Get in the holiday spirit with an elegant evening in the Mansion at Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy a welcome glass of champagne, […]
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Sensory Hour Sweets With Santa presented by Lighthouse Autism Center
Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion in a quieter environment with a smaller crowd at Sensory Hour Sweets With Santa presented by Lighthouse Autism Center on Sunday, Dec. 14 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in the Mansion. Children will have the chance to chat and get their picture with Santa, hear a story from […]
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The Farms: Button Making Workshop
Experience Level: BeginnerUse rings, thread and yarn to take your sewing to another level at a Button Making Workshop on Sunday, Dec. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. In this hands-on course, instructor Billie Theide will help students create beautiful and functional Dorset buttons as they learn skills such as casting, slicking, […]
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(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Button Making Workshop
Experience Level: Beginner Use rings, thread and yarn to take your sewing to another level at a Button Making Workshop on Sunday, Dec. 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. in The Studio. In this hands-on course, instructor Billie Theide will help students create beautiful and functional Dorset buttons as they learn skills such as casting, […]
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Sweets With Santa
Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion* — and Santa! — at Sweets With Santa from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 in the Mansion. Children will have a chance to chat and get their picture with Santa, read a story with Mrs. Claus, create their own crafts and nibble on festive treats.$10/person (ages […]
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Sweets With Santa presented by State Bank of Bement
Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion* — and Santa! — at Sweets With Santa presented by State Bank of Bement from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14 in the Mansion. Children will have a chance to chat and get their picture with Santa, read a story with Mrs. Claus, create their own crafts […]
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Weekday Wind Down
The Mansion will be open to the public so you can take in the lovely ambiance of Allerton during our Weekday Wind Downs Dec. 15 & 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first floor of the Mansion. Stop by the Front Desk for an informational handout and take a self-guided tour* through […]
