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FROM GARDEN TO PORCH

Get creative in this holiday-themed gardening class! In this make-and-take program, guests will learn how to build their own outdoor porch pot filled with winter greenery, making it a perfect decoration for the upcoming months. All supplies (pots, soil, plants) will be included and guests will be able to take their completed porch pots home.

INSTRUCTOR: Melka Landscaping & Garden Center PROG#: 101936

AGE: 18 and up

DATE:

Dec 2

DAY/TIME: LOCATION:

Wednesday / 6 PM-7:30 PM

Melka Landscaping & Garden Center

FEE:

Heritage Sites member $35 Resident $40 | Non-resident $45

HISTORY AFTER HOURS Get involved in local history in this exclusive, Heritage Sites members-only event! Every other month, enjoy a specialized program on different topics in Orland history and a private mini display of related artifacts from our collection. Alcohol and refreshments will be served. NOTE: Participants must be a Heritage Sites member to register. Please purchase a membership before registering for this FREE, members-only program.

Roots & Remembrance PRESERVING YOUR FAMILY

HISTORY

DAY/TIME: Friday / 6 PM-7:30 PM AGE: 21 and up LOCATION: Studio VOP FEE: FREE PROG#: THEME:

This workshop will guide you step-by step through the process of discovering, documenting and preserving your family’s unique story, designed for beginners and curious family historians alike. Participants will learn how to start their family tree and uncover historical records through online and traditional methods. This workshop also introduces practical tools for preserving and safeguarding family photographs, journals and other artifacts. By the end of the session, you’ll not only have the skills to continue your genealogy journey but also a deeper connection to your heritage that is perfectly wrapped and ready to share as a lasting holiday gift. NOTE: Registration is required as space is limited.

DATE: Sep 11

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Back to School

The Lost Village of Alpine, IL Nov 13

PAINT AND SIP Join us for some wine and art fun! Learn different paint techniques, get creative and bring home a masterpiece after class. Art supplies and alcohol provided.

INSTRUCTOR: Gergana Horozova DAY/TIME:

Saturday / 1 PM-3 PM

AGE:

21 and up Studio VOP

LOCATION:

PROG#:

101694

FEE:

Heritage Sites member $25 Resident $32 | Non-resident $40

DATE:

Dec 5

DAY:

Saturday

PROG#: 101686 101687

THEME: Autumn

DATE: Sep 19 Oct 17

TIME:

1 PM-2 PM

AGE:

All ages

Halloween

LOCATION:

Studio VOP

FEE:

FREE

103 HERITAGE SITES

REGISTRATION RECOMMENDED. PROGRAMS MAY BE CANCELED IN ADVANCE DUE TO LOW REGISTRATION.