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.
41st Annual Smith Nature Symposium Awards Dinner Rising Together: Building a Healthy Future Emcees Bill Kurtis and Donna La Pietra Honoring Pediatrician, Professor, and Public Health Advocate Dr. Mona Hanna Associate Dean for […]
Art Social Hour for Women Veterans and Families Connect with fellow women Veterans and family members around art and art-making! Socialize, learn, and grow your process as an artist as […]
Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights Join us for a fun and relaxing acrylic paint event led by Veteran and Artist, Ramona Pozek. This event promises to be both educational […]
BASE: Create & Sip - Upcycled Lamps We will be using materials and supplies from BASE: Brushwood Art Supply Exchange that will include a mix of new materials alongside the […]
Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families Develop your unique artistic expression through watercolor painting. We will delight in the colorful, transformative nature of the watercolor while also sharing factual […]
Day of the Dead Art Workshop for Veterans Día de los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, lasts from October 31st until Nov 2nd. It is celebrated in […]
Nature Photography for Veterans and Families Learn about the basics of photography while exploring the natural beauty of Chicagoland with your fellow Veterans. Families and all ages are welcomed. Free, […]
At Ease In Nature Witness the healing power of the arts! In 2015, Brushwood Center began At Ease, an initiative, offering programs for Veterans, Service Members, and their families designed […]
Healthy Home, Healthy You Learn more about how to keep yourself, your family, and community safe and healthy. These six sessions will cover emergency home ready plans, resources for flooding, […]
Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families Develop your unique artistic expression through watercolor painting. We will delight in the colorful, transformative nature of the watercolor while also sharing factual […]
Healthy Home, Healthy You Learn more about how to keep yourself, your family, and community safe and healthy. These six sessions will cover emergency home ready plans, resources for flooding, […]
BASE: Create & Sip - Wreath Making As you craft away, enjoy the company of fellow art enthusiasts in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere while listening to a craft-themed musical soundtrack. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage (alcohol is allowed for those 21 and up) and some snacks to enjoy as you immerse yourself […]
