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¡Festeje! Hispanic Heritage Month Performance

Village of Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center 2007 N Civic Center Way, Round Lake Beach, Illinois, United States

¡Festeje! Hispanic Heritage Month Performance Feel the lively rhythms of Hispanic Heritage Month with Black Moon Trio in a performance that celebrates the rich traditions of music and dance from Latin America.​ ¡Festeje!, which can be presented in both Spanish and English, features a program entirely of Latine composers including six original arrangements and a […]

Event Series Art Impact Project

Art Impact Project

​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center, Dunbar Recreation Building ​ ​888 Dunbar Road, Mundelein, Illinois, United States

Art Impact Project Art Impact Project facilitates supportive art projects designed to provide participants a different way to express themselves through art-making.  With a focus on emotional wellness through creative expression, Art Impact Project's small-group environment gives participants the chance to self-reflect and safely share their observations.  Each 90-minute session involves the completion of an art project from start to finish.  Projects will vary from week to week, exploring various art mediums […]

Free

41st Annual Smith Nature Symposium

The Birchstone 200 Barclay Blvd, Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States

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 the Department of Public Healthat Michigan State University College of Human Medicine _ The 41st Annual Smith Nature Symposium Co-Chairs: Rosalyn Deigan and Celeste Flores  Questions? Please […]

Event Series Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights

Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights

American Legion Cicero Post 96 5820 W 35th St, Cicero, Illinois

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 and therapeutic. Leave with a hand painted masterpiece that you will be able to take home with you!All skill levels welcomed.Non-alcoholic drinks, beer and wine […]

Free
Event Series Women Veterans and Families Watercolor Painting

Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families

Virtual Event Virtual Event

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 information about the natural world and flowers. Student input and discussion are welcome! Class taught by Gabrielle Tufano.--Art materials will be mailed to your home. […]

Free

Day of the Dead Art Workshop for Veterans

Chicago Vet Center 8658 S. Sacramento Ave, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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 Mexico and several other Latin American countries. This celebration is filled with rich symbolism and colorful traditions, offering families and communities an opportunity to remember […]

Free
Event Series BASE: Create & Sip

BASE: Open Art Workshop

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods, IL, United States

You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It Want to learn to knit? Need to repair a mosaic? Want to try your hand at oil paints, but don’t know where to start? There’s no need to sign up for a formal class or invest in […]

Free
Event Series Nature Photography for Veterans and Families

Nature Photography for Veterans and Families

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods, IL, United States

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, but registration is required. ______ Meet at Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods Activity Expectation: Outdoors with walking trails. Please wear comfortable shoes.  Sensory Expectations: Outdoors Available Accommodations: No […]

Free

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At Ease In Nature

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods, IL, United States

At Ease In Nature Join us to celebrate the healing power of nature and the arts. At Ease in Nature features artwork created during our 2024 At Ease programs, as well as work inspired by experiences in nature from members of the Military Community. Started in 2015, Brushwood’s At Ease: Art and Wellness for Veterans […]

At Ease in Nature: Opening Reception

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd., Riverwoods, IL, United States

At Ease in Nature: Opening Reception Join us to celebrate the healing power of nature and the arts. At Ease in Nature features artwork created during our 2024 At Ease programs, as well as work inspired by experiences in nature from members of the Military Community. Started in 2015, Brushwood's At Ease: Art and Wellness […]

Event Series Home Emergency Planning for the Military Community

Healthy Home, Healthy You

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, making your home more energy efficient, healthy and sustainable food, how indoor and outdoor environment impact your health, and tips to handle extreme weather. Session […]

Free

 

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