Located among pristine woodlands in the Ryerson historic home in Riverwoods, Il., Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods promotes the importance of nature for nurturing personal and community wellbeing, cultivating creativity, and inspiring learning.
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December 13, 2025 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Public Arts ProgramsA Charlie Brown Christmas at Brushwood Center
Featuring the Kevin Fort Trio
Join us for a heartwarming evening of live jazz celebrating the timeless music from A Charlie Brown Christmas. Beloved by generations, Vince Guaraldi’s iconic soundtrack captures the spirit of the holidays with swinging rhythms, lyrical piano lines, and joyful improvisation that bring Charles M. Schulz’s Peanuts characters to life.
Performed by the Kevin Fort Trio, this concert features favorites such as “Linus and Lucy,” “Christmas Time Is Here,” and “Skating,” along with other gems from Guaraldi’s catalog. Set amidst the natural beauty of Ryerson Woods, this event invites audiences of all ages to experience the warmth, nostalgia, and pure jazz artistry that define this holiday classic.
Come early to enjoy the festive atmosphere, a homemade hot cocoa bar, curated by Chef Lindsay Johnson, and the company of fellow music lovers. Let the spirit of the season and the cool sounds of Vince Guaraldi fill your evening with joy and swing!
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