Events
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(SOLD OUT) Fairytale Tea
You are cordially invited to the merry and magical land of Allerton for a fanciful Fairytale Tea on Sunday, July 26 from 1-3 p.m. in the Mansion. This enchanting afternoon will whisk you away to another time and place as you enjoy a variety of treats and tea*. The elegant Allerton Mansion is the perfect […]
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SUMMER DAY CAMP: Science Center presented by Busey Bank
Biology, engineering, weather, chemistry…. Summer Day Camp: Science Center on July 27-31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. has a little bit of everything! Learning about the ways that science is all around us at Allerton will be a blast. Campers will enjoy water activities, gardening, reading, drawing with sidewalk chalk, playing games, eating summer […]
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Summer Yoga
Fu Dog GardenExperience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]
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The Farms: Black Walnut & Elderflower Cordials
Experience Level: Beginner Create tasty cordials to add to your favorite beverage at Black Walnut & Elderflower Cordials on Thursday, July 30 from 5:30-8 p.m. in Evergreen Lodge. Heidi Leuszler, owner and head chef of Berries and Flour, will introduce students to two plants — Elder (Sambucus canadensis) and Black Walnut (Juglas nigra). The class will discuss […]
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(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Floriography Bouquet Workshop
Experience Level: Beginner Spend your morning among the flowers at a Floriography Bouquet Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 1 from 10-11:30 a.m. in The Studio. Florist Ava Porter will teach students the basics of floral design using the Victorian language of flowers to create living masterpieces of fresh flowers with special meanings. Students will go home […]
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The Farms: Beehive Observation
Experience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside at […]
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Beehive Observation
The StudioExperience Level: Beginner Get a first-hand look at how honey bees manage hive activity at Beehive Observation on Sundays, April 12 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug. 2, 16 & 30 and Sept. 13 & 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. in The Studio and outside […]
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SUMMER DAY CAMP: Farm to Table presented by Busey Bank
Like to eat food? Us too! Part culinary adventure and part agriculture exploration, Summer Day Camp: Farm to Table on August 3-7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. will have campers learning and eating their way through our food system. Campers will enjoy water activities, gardening, reading, drawing with sidewalk chalk, playing games, eating summer […]
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The Farms: Silent Book Club
Experience Level: Beginner Need a good place to relax and concentrate on your latest read? Then swing out for our Silent Book Club on selected Mondays* from 5 to 7 p.m. The evening will begin with a brief group discussion of what we are currently reading and to swap recommendations. Then participants will break up […]
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The Farms: Arboretum Sunset Yoga
Experience level: All levels Cultivate connection with your body, mind, and nature at Arboretum Sunset Yoga on Mondays, March 30, April 13, May 11, July 6 or August 3 from 7-8 p.m. in the Oak Grove at the Illinois Arboretum (1800 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana)*. Kristina Reese will lead an all-levels class integrating yoga poses, […]
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The Farms: Summer Yoga
Experience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]
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Summer Yoga
Fu Dog GardenExperience Level: All Levels Enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of Allerton as it provides the perfect setting for Summer Yoga every Tuesday in June, July and August from 9-10 a.m. in the Fu Dog Garden: June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25 Instructor Josie Heck with […]
