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  • Historical Dancing: Fall Equinox Ball

    The Library

    Experience Level: All Skill Levels Join us to celebrate the changing of the season at Historical Dancing: Fall Equinox Ball on Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 6-8 p.m. in the Mansion Library. In celebration of the changing seasons, we are going to have a night of dance mixers and Victorian party games! No partner OR previous […]

  • Hand Stitching: Hearts

    The Studio

    Experience Level: Beginner (ages 13+); Students ages 13-15 should have an adult present who does not need to register) Discover the art of textile sculpture in Hand Stitching: Hearts on Thursday, Sept. 24 from 12:30-4 p.m. in The Studio. In this hands-on workshop, Gaye Grant of 3 Penny Studio will teach students to create a […]

  • Improve Your Improv

    Improve Your Improv
    The Music Barn

    Experience level: All skill levels (ages 18+) Learn the skills of improvisation, including scene creation and team dynamics at Improve Your Improv on Thursdays, Sept. 10 through Oct. 15 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Music Barn. Instructor Kyle Tasch returns to The Farms to teach this popular course, which will be jam-packed with improvisational fun […]

  • Fall Migration Bird Hikes

    Fall Migration Bird Hikes

    Get outside and learn about our feathered friends at Fall Migration Bird Hikes on Fridays, Sept. 4 through Oct. 30 from 9-11 a.m. Meet in the Main Parking Lot . Allerton’s Natural Areas Managers will lead this morning adventure to discover what bird species are migrating through the Park. As birds begin to move south for the winter, the variety of species will change each week. A […]

  • Basket Weaving: The Organizer

    The Studio

    Experience Level: All skill levels (ages 18+) Learn the basics of basket weaving and take home a handmade basket at Basketweaving: The Organizer on Friday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Bonnie Rideout will teach techniques such as setting up a base, twining, start/stop weaving, pairing triple twining with an arrow […]

  • (SOLD OUT) Beginning Weaving I (Midday)

    Beginning Weaving I (Midday)
    Greenhouse Auditorium

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Midday) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through October 10 from 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Students will become familiar with weaving terminology, parts of the loom, figuring the weaving […]

  • Woodcarving Basics: Flowers & Leaves

    The Studio

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of low relief wood carving at Woodcarving Basics: Flowers & Leaves on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 1-5 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Lou Ann Koebel will teach students how to safely use a small carving chisel set to define the background and make shallow, controlled cuts, transforming a flat […]

  • Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)

    Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon)
    Greenhouse Auditorium

    Experience Level: Beginner Learn the basics of working with a loom at Beginning Weaving I (Afternoon) on Saturday, Sept. 12 through Oct. 10 from 2–5 p.m. in the Greenhouse Auditorium. This 5-week class led by Sharon Bowles will encompass all aspects of beginner weaving as students create a table runner. Students will become familiar with weaving terminology, parts of […]

  • Full Moon Yoga

    Full Moon Yoga
    The Meadow

    Experience Level: Beginner Meet us under a full moon to strengthen your body, mind and spirit at Full Moon Yoga in the Meadow: — Wednesday, July 29, 7:30-8:30 p.m. (Will […]

  • Jewelry 101: Viking Knit Bracelets & Necklaces

    The Studio

    Experience Level: Beginner (ages 18+) Turn copper wire into wearable art while learning a centuries-old technique at Jewelry 101: Viking Weaving on Sunday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in The Studio. Instructor Billie Theide will share information about this ancient process as students fabricate a tubular copper chain resulting in a flexible and lightweight […]

  • Beehive Observation

    Beehive Observation
    The Studio

    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 […]