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SUMMARY:At Ease Book Club: Blast Radius
DESCRIPTION:At Ease Book Club: Blast Radius\, by Doug Self\n\n\n\nAs Veterans and military community members\, we will explore Iraq War veteran Doug Self’s poetry and how his experience impacts the author\, ourselves\, and our community.  \n\n\n\nBlast Radius explores the lasting impact of war\, both on the battlefield and at home\, through the eyes of combatants and their families. \n\n\n\nThis event is virtual; a Zoom link will be sent to those who register. If you have any technical needs\, please email Jes Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\nReview of Blast Radius \n\n\n\n“A poetry collection that is both visceral and vulnerable\, Blast Radius tackles the complexity of serving in the military and questions whether anyone can return “… home / safe and sound.” Douglas E. Self employs psychological twists and raw physicality to shed light on the battleelds we carry within. A surprise at every turn\, these musical lines will knock the wind out of you\, in the way only a skilled poet can.” -Tina Parker\, author of Lock Her Up \n\n\n\nAbout the Author \n\n\n\nDouglas Self is a father\, poet\, and a veteran of the USMC\, U.S. Army Reserve\, and the Iraq War who considers both Chicago\, IL and Lexington\, KY home. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University and a trade school certificate in audio and video engineering from the Lexington School for the Recording Arts. Through his art\, he hopes to show other military and combat veterans that healing is possible. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/at-ease-book-club-chasing-the-daylight-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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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 artists. ​This event promises to be both educational and therapeutic. Take home your own hand-painted masterpiece!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-24/
LOCATION:American Legion Cicero Post 96\, 5820 W 35th St\, Cicero\, Illinois\, 60804
CATEGORIES:Veteran Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T160603Z
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SUMMARY:The Evolution of Brushwood Exhibition - Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Evolution of Brushwood – Opening Reception\n\n\n\nJoin us for a look at Brushwood’s past and a glimpse into our future. As we prepare for upcoming renovations\, we’re taking a moment to explore the history of Brushwood\, share more about upcoming changes\, and to celebrate the people\, past and present\, who have brought Brushwood to this moment. \n\n\n\nSchedule: \n\n\n\nExhibition opens at 1:00 pm \n\n\n\nExhibition walk-throughs at 1:30 pm and 2:30 pm \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be available. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP to the Reception\n\n\n\n\nThe Evolution of Brushwood will be on view July 12 – August 22\, 2026.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/the-evolution-of-brushwood-exhibition-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T130000
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SUMMARY:The Evolution of Brushwood Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The Evolution of Brushwood \n\n\n\nJoin us for a look at Brushwood Center’s past and a glimpse into our future. As we prepare for upcoming renovations as part of our ACTIVATE campaign\, we’re taking a moment to explore the history of Brushwood\, share more about upcoming changes\, and to celebrate the people\, past and present\, who have brought Brushwood to this moment.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/the-evolution-of-brushwood-exhibition-opening-reception-2/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition
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SUMMARY:At Ease Book Club: Blast Radius
DESCRIPTION:At Ease Book Club: Blast Radius\, by Doug Self\n\n\n\nAs Veterans and military community members\, we will explore Iraq War veteran Doug Self’s poetry and how his experience impacts the author\, ourselves\, and our community.  \n\n\n\nBlast Radius explores the lasting impact of war\, both on the battlefield and at home\, through the eyes of combatants and their families. \n\n\n\nThis event is virtual; a Zoom link will be sent to those who register. If you have any technical needs\, please email Jes Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\nReview of Blast Radius \n\n\n\n“A poetry collection that is both visceral and vulnerable\, Blast Radius tackles the complexity of serving in the military and questions whether anyone can return “… home / safe and sound.” Douglas E. Self employs psychological twists and raw physicality to shed light on the battleelds we carry within. A surprise at every turn\, these musical lines will knock the wind out of you\, in the way only a skilled poet can.” -Tina Parker\, author of Lock Her Up \n\n\n\nAbout the Author \n\n\n\nDouglas Self is a father\, poet\, and a veteran of the USMC\, U.S. Army Reserve\, and the Iraq War who considers both Chicago\, IL and Lexington\, KY home. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University and a trade school certificate in audio and video engineering from the Lexington School for the Recording Arts. Through his art\, he hopes to show other military and combat veterans that healing is possible. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/at-ease-book-club-blast-radius/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:BASE: Create & Sip - Macrame Plant Hangers
DESCRIPTION:BASE: Create & Sip – Macrame Plant Hangers\n\n\n\nCreate & Sip is a monthly workshop where participants can explore fun projects using supplies and tools from the Brushwood Art Supply Exchange\, BASE. It’s an opportunity to get creative\, try something new\, and enjoy the company of fellow art enthusiasts in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. \n\n\n\nEveryone’s project will be unique\, and creativity is highly encouraged. We will have a variety of materials available to use for your project\, 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\nNo experience necessary\, all skill levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nWhat to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nYour favorite beverage (alcohol is allowed for those 21 +)\n\n\n\nSome snacks to enjoy as you immerse yourself in the creative process\n\n\n\nYour friends (make sure they register!)\n\n\n\nAny extra supplies you want to incorporate into your project (Optional! We have lots of supplies!)\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Director of Public Programs and Music\, Parker Nelson at pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org \n\n\n\n\nregister
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-create-sip-macrame-plant-hangers/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T211203Z
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SUMMARY:Combat Poetry: Poetry Workshop for Military Service Members & Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Combat Poetry: Poetry Workshop for Military Service Members & Veterans\n\n\n\nThis poetry workshop is an informal environment combined with a bit of formal instruction. We will write. We will learn. Most of all\, we will have fun.  \n\n\n\nWe will be led by poet Douglas Self\, a United State Marine Corps\, Army Reserve\, and Iraq War veteran armed with a BA in English and Creative Writing. He’s also the author of Blast Radius\, a collection of poetry that examines his experiences with combat and PTSD. This workshop is open for Veterans and military service members of all levels. Don’t worry if you are new to poetry. Come find your poetic voice! This is event is open to combat and non-combat veterans and service members.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Zoom
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/combat-poetry-poetry-workshop-for-military-service-members-veterans-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Veteran Event,Virtual
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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 media and objectives. \n\n\n\nParking is available outside of the building. Ask for the Veteran art program once in the building.  \n\n\n\nActivity Expectation: Indoor\, sitting\, cushions available Sensory Expectations: Indoor environment and forest landscape\, very little noise\, calming area\, natural area sounds Available Accommodations: No language interpretation available.Questions? Please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/art-impact-project-25/
LOCATION:​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center\, 1401 N Midlothian Rd\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Veteran Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T183000
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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. Materials will be sent via Amazon\, you must register a week beforehand to receive materials. \n\n\n\nIf 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\n  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/watercolor-painting-for-women-veterans-and-families-24/
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CATEGORIES:Veteran Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T113000
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: July
DESCRIPTION:Nature Book Club: July\n\n\n\nPlease note: This month we’re meeting at Mellody Farm Nature Preserve\, not Brushwood Center.  \n\n\n\nThe Brushwood Nature Book Club is a space to talk about and explore nature literature in a friendly environment. Each meeting includes discussion\, creative writing\, and/or art activities to engage with the themes of the chosen book\, led by Brushwood’s Poet-in-Residence Kathryn Haydon\, and writer-artist Megan Donahue.   \n\n\n\nThis summer\, we’re revisiting some of the classics of American nature literature and exploring how they resonate today.  \n\n\n\nOur July book is A Sand County Almanac: Sketches Here and There\, by Aldo Leopold. Through science\, history\, humor and prose\, Leopold uses A Sand County Almanac and its call for a land ethic to communicate the true connection between people and the natural world. First published in 1949\, it became one of the most venerated conservation books in the 20th century. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/nature-book-club-july/
LOCATION:Mellody Farm Nature Preserve – Lake Forest Open Lands\, 350 N. Waukegan Rd\, Lake Forest\, Illinois\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Book Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T190000
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SUMMARY:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: Buck Full Moon
DESCRIPTION:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: Buck Full Moon\n\n\n\nForest bathing is a guided experience that works to mend the relationships humans have with themselves\, the concept of time\, their communities\, and their environment. It is a practice focused on remembering reciprocity by connecting to our senses through the natural world. \n\n\n\nJoin Jess Rodriguez\, certified Nature and Forest Therapy guide\, for a two-hour practice filled with a series of guided invitations that offer opportunities of presence\, stress relief\, and relaxation.  \n\n\n\nDuring this time\, participants can expect to walk slowly for less than a mile with plenty of opportunities to stop and simply notice the world around them. Forest bathing is an adaptable and flexible practice that welcomes people of all abilities. For more information visit reciprocalforestbathing.com \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nFor the safety of our community\, the exact location of the forest bathing experience will be disclosed upon registration and is subject to change in the case of a community safety concern. Registrants will receive a reminder email one week and 24 hours before the walk to be notified of any changes.  \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/celestial-nature-and-forest-therapy-buck-full-moon/
LOCATION:Riverwoods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Nature Outing
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