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  • Mixed Media Holiday Cards

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

    Experience Level: Beginner; ages 14+ (Parents/Guardians are not required to register with their children, but all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site) Create personalized, one-of-a-kind cards to send to your […]

  • Positive Coping Skills

    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 healthier ways to cope with difficult situations at Positive Coping Skills […]

  • A Victorian Holiday Soiree

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

    Experience level: All skill levels Step back in time and celebrate the season with easy-to-learn dances at a Victorian Christmas Soirée on Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 6-8 p.m. in the […]

  • Holiday Mansion Tours

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

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Come see the Mansion shine in all its holiday splendor at our Holiday […]

  • Intro to Stained Glass: Christmas Tree

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

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+  Join us for a fun and creative in-person experience at Intro to Stained Glass: Christmas Tree on Thursday, December 10 from 5:30-9 p.m. in the […]

  • Holiday Mansion Tours

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

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Come see the Mansion shine in all its holiday splendor at our Holiday […]

  • Basketweaving: Snow Much Fun

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

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 18+ Create your own woven basket at Basketweaving: Snow Much Fun on Friday, December 11 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in the Studio. Instructor Bonnie […]

  • Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments

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

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn how to whittle or carve in the round at Woodcarving Basics: Holiday Ornaments on Saturday, December 12 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Greenhouse […]

  • Merry & Bright Reindeer: Watercolor Workshop

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

    Experience level: All skill levels; ages 15+ (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Enjoy a cozy afternoon of watercolor and holiday cheer at Merry […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank

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

    Get in the holiday spirit with an elegant evening in the Mansion at Holiday Affair presented by Busey Bank on Saturday, December 12 from 5-10 p.m. Enjoy a welcome glass of champagne, […]

  • Tatting 101

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

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+ Learn how fancy lace doilies are made in Tatting 101 on Sunday, December 13 from 12-4 p.m. in the Studio. In this workshop, Billie Theide […]

  • Carriage Rides

    Mansion Courtyard

    Take a ride in our winter wonderland during Carriage Rides on Sunday, December 13 from 12-5 p.m.  Merrybeth Farm Carriage Service’s picturesque horse-drawn carriage will depart every 15 minutes from the […]

  • Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa

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

    Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion in a quieter environment with a smaller crowd at Sensory Hour Sweets with Santa on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the […]

  • Sweets With Santa presented by State Bank of Bement

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

    Experience the magic of the Allerton Mansion* — and Santa! — at Sweets with Santa presented by State Bank of Bement on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 2-5 p.m. in the […]

  • Cookie Decorating

    Cookie Decorating
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (Children under 13 must have an adult register with them. Children 14+ must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver)  Learn new techniques to […]

  • 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 […]

  • Mystic Monday: Holiday Incense & Potpourri

    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; ages 18+  Learn the process of growing and making incense in a hands-on way at Mystic Monday: Seasonal Incense & Potpourri on Monday, December 14 from 6-8 […]

  • Knitted Ornaments

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

    Experience level: Intermediate (students should have experience knitting, purling, casting on & off, and reading basic knitting instruction); ages 16+ Learn to make a festive miniature Christmas stocking at Knitted Ornaments […]

  • Winter Market

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

    Do some holiday shopping, support local makers, and learn about Allerton’s folk school at The Farms: Winter Market on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 18-19 from 5-9 p.m. in the Mansion. […]

  • Merry Mimosa Brunch

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

    'Tis the season to be merry! And it's sure to be a joyful morning at our Merry Mimosa Brunch on Saturday, December 19 from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Mansion Carriage […]

  • Cookie Decorating

    Cookie Decorating
    Evergreen Lodge Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (Children under 13 must have an adult register with them. Children 14+ must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver)  Learn new techniques to […]

  • Winter Market

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

    Do some holiday shopping, support local makers, and learn about Allerton’s folk school at The Farms: Winter Market on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 18-19 from 5-9 p.m. in the Mansion. […]

  • Melt with Mary

    MELT with Mary
    The Library 515 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL, United States

    Experience Level: All skill levels (ages 13+) Learn how to ease your foot, back, or hip pain, and hike without pain at MELT with Mary on Sundays, Sept. 20, Oct. […]

  • Holiday Mansion Tours

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

    Experience level: Beginner; all ages (all minors must have a parent/guardian on-site or a signed participant waiver) Come see the Mansion shine in all its holiday splendor at our Holiday […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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: […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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, […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]