BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Brushwood Center - ECPv6.15.10//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Brushwood Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T235959 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240829T203748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T164852Z UID:10000164-1730592000-1733097599@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:At Ease In Nature DESCRIPTION:At Ease In Nature\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nStarted in 2015\, Brushwood’s At Ease: Art and Wellness for Veterans initiative offers programs for Veterans\, Service Members\, and their families designed to empower wellbeing through nature-based art\, music\, and photography workshops. At Ease helps build skills in creative expression and provides Veterans with access to mental health support. \n\n\n\nThis exhibition will open with a reception and panel discussion on November 3\, at 1 pm. URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/at-ease-in-nature/ LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/AT-EASE-IN-NATURE-SQUARE-WORKSHOPS.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T150000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20241021T202405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T141949Z UID:10000196-1730638800-1730646000@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:At Ease in Nature: Opening Reception DESCRIPTION:At Ease in Nature: Opening Reception\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\nStarted in 2015\, Brushwood’s At Ease: Art and Wellness for Veterans initiative offers programs for Veterans\, Service Members\, and their families designed to empower wellbeing through nature-based art\, music\, and photography workshops. At Ease helps build skills in creative expression and provides Veterans with access to mental health support. \n\n\n\nThis exhibition will open with a reception and panel discussion on November 3\, at 1 pm. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Opening URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/at-ease-in-nature-opening-reception/ LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/AT-EASE-IN-NATURE-SQUARE-WORKSHOPS.pdf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241105T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241105T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T150123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T151908Z UID:10000175-1730831400-1730835000@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Healthy Home\, Healthy You DESCRIPTION:Healthy Home\, Healthy You\n\n\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\n\nSession Topic – November 5: Home Emergency Checklist \n\n\n\nThis event is virtual. The link will be emailed to you upon registration. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, accessibility or mobility concerns\, please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nSchedule of Remaining Events (all events take place between 6:30pm – 7:30pm) \n\n\n\n\nNovember 12 – Flooding Prevention\n\n\n\nNovember 19 – Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality\n\n\n\nDecember 3 – Healthy Food\n\n\n\nDecember 10 – Weatherization and Energy Efficiency URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/healthy-home-healthy-you/ LOCATION:Illinois CATEGORIES:Lecture Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-09-at-2.36.23 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241107T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T142339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T143932Z UID:10000183-1731004200-1731009600@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families DESCRIPTION:Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families \n\n\n\nDevelop 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! \n\n\n\nClass taught by Gabrielle Tufano.—Art materials will be mailed to your home. If registering the day before or of the event\, please have your own materials at home – watercolor paint\, paper\, pencil.  \n\n\n\nActivity expectation is sitting. \n\n\n\nAvailable Accommodations: No language interpretation available. Virtual Class. \n\n\n\nMaterials will be sent via Amazon\, you must register a week beforehand to receive materials.  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/watercolor-painting-for-women-veterans-and-families-3/ LOCATION: CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-09-at-1.05.24 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T150208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T202856Z UID:10000176-1731436200-1731439800@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Home Emergency Planning for the Military Community DESCRIPTION:Home Emergency Planning for the Military Community\n\n\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\n\nSession Topic – November 12: Flooding Prevention \n\n\n\nThis event is virtual. The link will be emailed to you upon registration. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, accessibility or mobility concerns\, please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nSchedule of Remaining Events (all events take place between 6:30pm – 7:30pm) \n\n\n\n\nNovember 19 – Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality\n\n\n\nDecember 3 – Healthy Food\n\n\n\nDecember 10 – Weatherization and Energy Efficiency URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/healthy-home-healthy-you-2/ LOCATION:Illinois CATEGORIES:Lecture Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-09-at-2.36.23 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T213000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T185135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T185633Z UID:10000194-1731524400-1731533400@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:BASE: Create & Sip - Wreath Making DESCRIPTION:BASE: Create & Sip – Wreath Making \n\n\n\nAs 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 in the creative process. At the end of the class\, you’ll leave with your own handmade wreath. Plus\, you’ll take home newfound skills and inspiration to continue your crafting journey beyond the class.  \n\n\n\nWe will be using materials and supplies from BASE: Brushwood Art Supply Exchange that will include a mix of new materials alongside the repurposed and reimagined. Everyone’s project will be unique\, and creativity is highly encouraged. We will have a variety of objects available to use for your wreath\, but if you have something of your own you would like to bring and try to incorporate into your artwork\, you are welcome to bring it!  \n\n\n\nCreate & Sip classes are fun\, easy going events.  Bring some friends\, some snacks and bring your imagination!  No Experience necessary\, all skill levels welcome. Each person’s project will be unique – creativity is highly encouraged! We will be working with materials and tools from BASE\, our Creative Reuse Center\, which will include a combination of reclaimed\, repurposed\, and new materials. $20/person. Registration Required. BYOB.  \n\n\n\n_ \n\n\n\n\nregister\n\n\n\n\nBrushwood Center at Ryerson Woods is committed to enabling the participation and enjoyment of our programming and events for all visitors. At Brushwood Center\, you will have open access to accessible parking and entrance to the house\, a gender neutral bathroom\, and changing tables. \n\n\n\nIf you require certain accommodations in order to observe or attend our events\, or have questions regarding accessibility of our facilities\, please contact our Manager of Public Programs and Communications\, Parker Nelson\, at pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org or at (224) 633-2424 ext. 1. \n\n\n\nProgramming and events at Brushwood Center is available to everyone\, including but not limited to age\, disability\, gender\, marital status\, national origin\, race\, religion\, and sexual orientation. URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-create-sip-wreath-making/ LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/20231115-GE9A9018-scaled-e1726253448430.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T150850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T150852Z UID:10000187-1731609000-1731614400@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Art Social Hour for Women Veterans and Families DESCRIPTION:Art Social Hour for Women Veterans and Families\n\n\n\nConnect with fellow women Veterans and family members around art and art-making! Socialize\, learn\, and grow your process as an artist as you connect with resources and community that support Veteran women artists. This is an informal social group\, not a formal skills class. \n\n\n\nIf you have any technical needs\, please email\, Veterans Program Specialist\, jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/art-social-hour-for-women-veterans-and-families-3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/paint-e1725050017285.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T113000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240809T015916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T181116Z UID:10000121-1732010400-1732015800@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Art Impact Project DESCRIPTION:Art Impact Project\n\n\n\nArt 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 and objectives. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/art-impact-project-5/ LOCATION:​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center\, ​888 Dunbar Road\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-08-at-5.31.16 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241119T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T151625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T023025Z UID:10000177-1732041000-1732044600@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Home Emergency Planning for the Military Community DESCRIPTION:Home Emergency Planning for the Military Community\n\n\n\nLearn 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. \n\n\n\nSession Topic – November 19: Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality \n\n\n\nThis event is virtual. The link will be emailed to you upon registration. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, accessibility or mobility concerns\, please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nSchedule of Remaining Events (all events take place between 6:30pm – 7:30pm) \n\n\n\n\nDecember 3 – Snowstorms and Tornadoes\n\n\n\nDecember 10 – Weatherization and Energy Efficiency URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/healthy-home-healthy-you-3/ LOCATION:Illinois CATEGORIES:Lecture Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Screenshot-2024-09-09-at-2.36.23 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241120T210000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20241028T211938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T211939Z UID:10000202-1732127400-1732136400@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights DESCRIPTION:Veterans Acrylic Paint & Sip Nights\n\n\n\nJoin 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 will be available for purchase with the American Legion Cicero Post 96.​ Small snack items will be available for free.Brought to you by Brushwood Center’s At Ease Program\, Veteran Art Tribe\, and the American Legion Cicero Post #96!​Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/veterans-acrylic-paint-sip-nights-5/ LOCATION:American Legion Cicero Post 96\, 5820 W 35th St\, Cicero\, Illinois\, 60804 CATEGORIES:Art Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-09-at-12.44.38 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20240913T142738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T144114Z UID:10000184-1732213800-1732219200@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families DESCRIPTION:Watercolor Painting for Women Veterans and Families \n\n\n\nDevelop 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! \n\n\n\nClass taught by Gabrielle Tufano.—Art materials will be mailed to your home. If registering the day before or of the event\, please have your own materials at home – watercolor paint\, paper\, pencil.  \n\n\n\nActivity expectation is sitting. \n\n\n\nAvailable Accommodations: No language interpretation available. Virtual Class. \n\n\n\nMaterials will be sent via Amazon\, you must register a week beforehand to receive materials.  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/watercolor-painting-for-women-veterans-and-families-4/ LOCATION: CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Screenshot-2024-08-09-at-1.05.24 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241130T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T045049 CREATED:20241024T204704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241130T151013Z UID:10000200-1732968000-1733504400@brushwoodcenter.org SUMMARY:Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market: The Online Sale DESCRIPTION:Nature-Inspired Holiday Online Art Market \n\n\n\nYou don’t have to wait for the in-person Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market (December 7 & 8) to share in community\, art\, and nature! Shop online from November 30 – December 6. \n\n\n\nSupport the local arts community this Holiday Season at Brushwood Center’s Eighth Annual Nature-InspiredHoliday Art Market. You’ll find unique art\, handmade gifts\, cards\, prints\, and more from over 50 talented local artists\, makers\, and small-scale producers. \n\n\n\nThe Online Market will open on November 30. \n\n\n\n\nShop the market Now URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/nature-inspired-holiday-art-market-the-online-sale-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://brushwoodcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/HOLIDAY-MARKET-WEB-SQUARE-2024-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR