Classes & Workshops
workshop /ˈwɜːk.ʃɒp/class / nouns·
1. A creative space where ideas come to life through making, exploring, and doing.
2. A guided experience designed to awaken curiosity, craft, and connection.
3. A gathering of hands and hearts, working together in the art of being present.
Move Happy:
Feel good. Move more. Be free.
Fall/ Winter Session Sept. 10th - Dec. 10th There is no class Sept 17th & 24th
Thursdays 10:00-11:00 am
Petite Acres GYM/Great Lawn weather permitting
This “Mix Tape” movement class is a fun gathering of all levels and all ages designed for anyone who just wants to move, feel good and have a great time - no dance experience required.
Set to a mix of music from across the decades, this class blends easy to follow movement, cardio, (because you never stop dancing) stretching, balance and simple strength work. Come as you are, move at your own pace and leave feeling energized and happy.
$25.00 per individual class. This experience is free to those staying at Petite Acres.
Teaching Artists
Barbara Yokom
A visionary entrepreneur with 35 years of executive arts leadership. She founded and led a successful performing arts school for 29 years. Not only did Barbara lead the organizations vision, she taught ballet, jazz and tap classes for over 20 years. During her career she has coached and consulted others seeking to open their own arts businesses. She is responsible for starting the Academy of Dance for The Joffrey Ballet, in Chicago, and serving as its Founding Academy Director. She is the author of the best selling book, Never Stop Starting: The No Fail Formula for Creating a Crazy Great Culture. Barbara “Barbie” “Babs” or “Barb” to many loves anything outdoors, gardening and her dog Auggie.
Lillian Yokom is a multidisciplinary artist, teacher and performer, originally from—and now based in—Chicago. She attended The Chicago Academy for the Arts and recently returned after five years in Los Angeles, where she earned her BFA in Dance from the California Institute of the Arts (CALARTS) in 2024.
During her time in Los Angeles, Lillian performed works by Kensaku Shinohara, Joan Jonas, Jerome Bel, Micaela Taylor, Mike Tyus and Luca Renzi, with performances at venues including REDCAT, The Getty, and various DIY spaces throughout the city.
She has performed internationally, including in Pantin, France at Le Centre national de la danse (CND), and most recently in Berlin, where she completed Mavericks through B12. There, she performed new works by Johannes Wieland and Sebastian Zuber, directed and conceptualized a short film, and created an original piece presented at Aktionshaus Gallery.
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workshop /ˈwɜːk.ʃɒp/class / nouns·
1. A creative space where ideas come to life through making, exploring, and doing.
2. A guided experience designed to awaken curiosity, craft, and connection.
3. A gathering of hands and hearts, working together in the art of being present.
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Vintage Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
Thanksgiving Weekend
Saturday, November 28 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Gather. Create. Celebrate.
Step into the magic of the holiday season with a festive afternoon of creativity, connection, and a little vintage charm! Gather your friends and family for a delightful holiday tradition as we create one-of-a-kind, vintage-inspired wreaths. Led by teaching artist Barbara Yokom and designer Lori Rawlings, this hands-on workshop invites you to explore your creativity while crafting a beautiful wreath to welcome the season.
Settle into the cozy elegance of Aster Hall at Petite Acres, where a gorgeous, crackling fireplace and beautiful bar set the scene for a little holiday magic. Sip specialty holiday cocktails and festive libations, savor seasonal treats, and enjoy the warmth of good company as you create something beautiful for the season.
You'll leave with more than a beautiful wreath to adorn your home—you'll take home a little holiday magic, new friendships, and plenty of festive cheer!
All wreath-making materials, holiday refreshments, and festive treats are included.
Come for the creativity. Stay for the cheer. Leave with a little holiday magic!
Vintage Wreath Workshop 2026
