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Supervisor: Susan Crane
historic properties
Pleasant Home Programs & Events
Celebrating Spring, Healing and
Togetherness through Music!
ursdays, 7:00-9:00P
Apr 20 • May 18 • Jun 15
A musical experience of community and
togetherness, presented by local singer-songwriter
Nathan Peterson. Each date combines music and
meditation aimed at making time for yourself through
music and mindfulness all within the beautiful
backdrop of Pleasant Home. Light appetizers and two
drink tickets are included. Ages 21+
Res Fee $30 - Fee $39
• Apr 20: "You're Still Here"
• May 18: "You are Not Alone"
• Jun 15: "Life is Still Ahead"
France vs Italy with Anfora Wine
Merchants
Friday, Apr 21, 7:00-9:00P
Italy and France are two of the world's finest wine
producing countries, for both quality and quantity.
Italy has made wines longer and is a larger producer
of wine, but France is more renowned for its creation
of premium wines. So does one rein superior to the
other? Enjoy this comparison tasting on the patio
(weather permissing)! Light appetizers will also be
provided to balance out your tastings. Ages 21+
Res Fee: $45 - Fee $58
Midnight at the Masquerade –
Murder Mystery Party
Friday, May 19, 7:00-10:00P
e rustle of silks and feathers under muted
conversations was probably the last thing heard by the
tragically and unexpectedly deceased at the Annual
Billionaires Club Masquerade Ball. With a mystery
under each feathery façade, unmasking the killer may
be quite a challenge. Get this soiree back on track by
trading clues with other guests gathering information,
and solving the crime before the masked menace gets
away. Venetian masks and fancy outfits will make this
the perfect billionaire affair! Registration fee includes
dinner and two drink tickets. Ages 21+
Res Fee $52 - Fee $69
Summer Tablescapes!
ursday, May 25, 7:00-8:30P
Looking to be able to finally host a beautiful outdoor
dinner party and want your table to reflect the
beautiful season? Join us on the front porch of
Pleasant Home to learn how you can bring this new
season to your table. Create a beautiful centerpiece
for your spring table as well as tips for setting the
table like a professional utilizing what you probably
already have in a new way! We will use a mixture of
floral pieces and cra elements that will create a long-
lasting display. Enjoy light snacks and a glass of wine
while you create! Note: Registration will close two
days prior to the class date to allow class materials to
be purchased for all participants. Ages 21+
Res Fee $35 - Fee $44
Pride Wine, Dine and Dance!
Friday, Jun 16, 7:00-10:00P
Step out in celebration of Pride Week for an evening
of dining and dancing at Historic Pleasant Home!
Dinner and two drink tickets will be provided
followed by lively dancing with your partner! You
will be guided by our expert PDOP dance instructors
through two 20-minute sessions of dance instruction
and then open dancing with a DJ spinning you
through the evening. No dance experience necessary,
just a celebration of love! Registration for two adults
includes dinner, dancing and two drink tickets per
person. Ages 21+
Per Couple: Res Fee $100 - Fee $120
Lunch with the Dinos!
Sunday, Jun 25, 11:00A-12:30P
To kick off Dinosaur Days at PDOP,
join us at Pleasant Home for a lunch
adventure with realistic dinosaurs and their dinosaur
explorers. Learn dinosaur facts from our expert
explorers, interact up close and safely with both
our full-size dinosaur and baby dinosaur as well as
up-close photos and picnic lunch on the porch at
Pleasant Home. All attendees must be registered, and
adults must accompany children. All Ages!
Res Fee $35 - Fee $44
PLEASANT HOME
Discover a gift of beauty and
architecture that is Oak Park.
217 Home Avenue in Oak Park
(708) 725-2095
www.pleasanthomeop.com
Pleasant Home, a National Historic Landmark
built in 1897, is an early example of Prairie Style
architecture. Its architect, George Washington Maher,
a contemporary of Frank Lloyd Wright, used repetitive
decorative motifs throughout the house to make a
unified design. e first owner of Pleasant Home was
John Farson who was known as a great philanthropist
and wealthy investment banker.
Tours
Free, self guided tours every ursday from
11:00A - 4:00P. Visit pleasanthomefoundation.org for
Docent-led tours.
SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS
From a brunch reception on the expansive front
porch to an elegant evening cocktail party inside the
mansion, Pleasant Home is the perfect setting for your
celebration.
DINO
DAYS!
