# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Needlefelt Penguin
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 02:30 pm – Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Create a unique piece of art out of locally sourced alpaca fiber at Needlefelt Penguin on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 2:30 to 5:30  p.m. in The Studio.

Stephanie Block of Sundrop Alpacas will walk students through the needlefelting process to make a penguin, which can be customized to make them look authentic, whimsical or anything in between. The class is perfect for those wanting to learn a new art form.

Take advantage of a fun opportunity to bring a friend or family member for a $10 add-on fee as you work together on a single project kit!

$65/person* + $10/person for add-on (limit one). Register at https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/needlefelt-penguin/.   Registration will close Nov. 1 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

*A $15 discount is available during registration for those who bring their own needlefelting tools.

If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia Bunting at owarren@illinois.edu.

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/monticello/needlefelt-penguin/200028965061353
- **Event Categories**: art, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 17

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Monticello
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Allerton Park and Retreat Center
- **lat**: 40.004230910912
- **long**: -88.64551198197
- **full address**: Allerton Park and Retreat Center, 515 Old Timber Rd,Monticello,IL,United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Needlefelt Penguin
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Needlefelt Penguin being held?
  - **A:** Needlefelt Penguin takes place on Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 02:30 pm to Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm at Allerton Park and Retreat Center, 515 Old Timber Rd,Monticello,IL,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Needlefelt Penguin?
  - **A:** Needlefelt Penguin is organized by Allerton Park and Retreat Center.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Needlefelt Penguin is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Monticello, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Needlefelt Penguin sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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