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SUMMARY:Paint and Photograph the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Paint and Photograph the Prairie\n\n\n\nJoin Brushwood Center’s At Ease initiative in a special program at the Midewin Tallgrass Prairie to enjoy four hours of painting and photographing the prairie with U.S. Veteran artists and photographers. Increase your skills while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow Veterans!  \n\n\n\nCameras will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own! All art materials will be provided at the event. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nPlease note\, that this event is for Veterans\, current service members\, and their families only. \n\n\n\nSnacks will be provided. Please bring water. \n\n\n\nActivity Expectation: Walking\, possible uneven trails \n\n\n\nSensory Expectations: Prairie and forest landscape. Wear comfortable shoes. \n\n\n\nAvailable Accommodations: No language interpretation available. We have walking sticks available.  \n\n\n\nContact Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org if you have mobility concerns.  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/paint-and-photograph-the-prairie-3/
LOCATION:River Road Trailhead – Midewin Tallgrass Prairie\, Elwood\, Illinois\, 60042
CATEGORIES:Nature Outing
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: August
DESCRIPTION:Nature Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass (Part 2)\n\n\n\nThe Brushwood Nature Book Club is a place to talk about and explore nature literature in a friendly environment. Each meeting includes discussion\, creative writing\, and 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\nOur summer series of meetings is focused on the work of the 2025 Smith Nature Symposium Honoree\, Robin Wall Kimmerer. In July and August\, we’ll read Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom\, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants\, and in September\, The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World.  \n\n\n\nReceive 15% off of the purchase price of the books at Lake Forest Book Store when you mention Brushwood Nature Book Club or Kathryn Haydon! Copies of the books can be purchased online at the links below: \n\n\n\nThe Serviceberry \n\n\n\nBraiding Sweetgrass \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/nature-book-club-august/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250819T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T174323Z
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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-14/
LOCATION:​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center\, ​888 Dunbar Road\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250816T140000
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SUMMARY:Military Kids Fest
DESCRIPTION:Military Kids Fest\n\n\n\nCelebrate Summer with Brushwood Center’s At Ease initiative and enjoy art\, music\, activities\, games\, and nature with other members of the Military Community! In collaboration with Kids Rank\, Veteran Art Tribe and other Veteran organizations. Brushwood’s second annual Military Kids Fest offers an open house with art\, exploration\, and fun. \n\n\n\nJoin us for: \n\n\n\n\nMusic fun and a singalong for all ages with Ukulady Lisa\n\n\n\nA squishy slime-making activity with Veteran Art Tribe\n\n\n\nMeet and greet reptiles and amphibians with the Lake County Forest Preserves\n\n\n\nInformation and resource tables from: Brushwood Center\, Growing Healthy Families\, Blue Star Families\n\n\n\nA nature hike with Brushwood Center\n\n\n\nOutdoor games\, art activities\, and more!\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\, that this event is for Veterans\, current service members\, and their families only. \n\n\n\nContact Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org if you have questions or concerns. \n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/military-kids-fest/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family - Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T210000
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SUMMARY:BASE: Create & Sip - Accordion Art Books
DESCRIPTION:BASE: Create & Sip – View From Your Window Accordion Art Books with Susan Teller\n\n\n\nCreate & Sip is a monthly workshop hosted at Brushwood Center 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\nThis month’s class will be led by August’s Artist of the Month\, Susan Teller\, who will teach us to make Accordion Art Books. Recycle paper CD covers into your own unique accordion art book! Participants will paint\, draw\, and / or collage each page\, with Susan’s guidance.You can also see Susan’s work displayed in the Brushwood Center Gallery from July 26 – August 30. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have a variety of supplies and tools available. Everyone’s project will be unique. No experience necessary\, all skill levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nAbout the Artist: \n\n\n\nSusan Teller graduated from the University Of Illinois Chicago with a BFA in 1979. She worked at Spring Studio\,  United Letter\, and the Marshall Fields Advertising Department. She was the Skokie Public Library Staff Artist/ Librarian\, from 1997-2022. She currently teaches workshops in paper making\, watercolor painting\, and book binding. She also teaches classes about women artists\, the process of making art\, and storyboard drawing and development. \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$20/person. Please register by August 11. BYOB.  \n\n\n\n\nregister
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-create-sip-accordion-art-books/
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:20250813T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T210000
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CREATED:20250623T210600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T210613Z
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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-13/
LOCATION:American Legion Cicero Post 96\, 5820 W 35th St\, Cicero\, Illinois\, 60804
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T120000
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CREATED:20250303T180357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T180417Z
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SUMMARY:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: Sturgeon Moon
DESCRIPTION:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: Sturgeon 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\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/celestial-nature-and-forest-therapy-sturgeon-moon/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Outing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T150000
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CREATED:20250609T170336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T170338Z
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SUMMARY:BASE: Open Art Workshop with Susan Teller
DESCRIPTION:You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It\n\n\n\nOpen Art Workshop is open to anyone who wants to make something in any area of visual arts and crafts\, from the experienced artist looking for a community of others to work with\, to the complete novice who just wants to try something out in a low pressure environment\, or the family looking for a fun kids’ activity to fill their afternoon – this workshop is for you! \n\n\n\nThis month\, our upcoming August Artist of the Month\, Susan teller\, will be our guest artist. She currently teaches workshops in paper making\, watercolor painting\, and book binding. She also teaches classes about women artists\, the process of making art\, and storyboard drawing and development. Stop by to learn from Susan! \n\n\n\nWHEN DOES IT HAPPEN? 10am-3pm\, the last Saturday of every month (no meetings in November and December 2025). Come anytime during the day\, and stay as long as you’d like. \n\n\n\nWHAT DOES IT COST? Workspace\, use of our tools and any instruction or assistance you need is free; supplies from BASE are “pay what you want” (free to teachers and organizations). \n\n\n\nWHAT CAN I MAKE? Almost* anything! Come with a project you want to work on in mind\, or pick one from our list of project ideas for all ages and abilities. You are welcome to bring your own supplies and tools\, or use ones from BASE. You can work independently\, or work with an instructor. Here are just a few ideas of what you can learn and do at the Open Art Workshop: \n\n\n\nWatercolor · Embroidery · Mosaics · Book Binding · Charcoal Drawing · Knitting & Crochet · Decoupage · Sewing & Mending · Jewelry Making · Plein Air Painting · Basket Weaving · Picture Framing · Card Making · Kids Art Projects · Block Printing · Stained Glass · Acrylic Painting · Costume Making · Weaving · Collage · UpCycling · Gift Wrapping · Sculpture · Upholstery · Colored Pencil · Wreath Making · Beading · Rubber Stamps · Oil Painting · Quilting · Pastels · Macramé · Miniatures \n\n\n\n*We will do our best to accommodate all types of projects\, but there may be limitations on what is possible on a particular day due to limitations of space\, supplies or tools (supplies and tools are mostly donated\, and what is available is always changing)\, or due to a particular project being too messy or dangerous to be done in a public space. If a particular project cannot be worked on during the Workshop that day\, we will do our best to help you figure out how to proceed on a future Workshop date or on your own. Since this Workshop is open to ALL topics and media\, we won’t be experts on everything\, but we can definitely help you get started. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions about Open Art Workshop or BASE\, please contact Julia Kemerer at 224-633-2426 or jkemerer@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nREGISter
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-open-art-workshop-with-susan-teller/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Family - Friendly
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Nature Book Club: Braiding Sweetgrass (Part 1)\n\n\n\nThe Brushwood Nature Book Club is a place to talk about and explore nature literature in a friendly environment. Each meeting includes discussion\, creative writing\, and 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\nOur summer series of meetings is focused on the work of the 2025 Smith Nature Symposium Honoree\, Robin Wall Kimmerer. In July and August\, we’ll read Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom\, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants\, and in September\, The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World.  \n\n\n\nReceive 15% off of the purchase price of the books at Lake Forest Book Store when you mention Brushwood Nature Book Club or Kathryn Haydon! Copies of the books can be purchased online at the links below: \n\n\n\nThe Serviceberry \n\n\n\nBraiding Sweetgrass \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/nature-book-club/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20241126T182346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T182359Z
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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-12/
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CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250602T170727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T205822Z
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SUMMARY:Paint and Photograph the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Paint and Photograph the Prairie\n\n\n\nJoin Brushwood Center’s At Ease initiative in a special program at the Midewin Tallgrass Prairie to enjoy four hours of painting and photographing the prairie with U.S. Veteran artists and photographers. Increase your skills while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow Veterans!  \n\n\n\nCameras will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own! All art materials will be provided at the event. \n\n\n\n__ \n\n\n\nPlease note\, that this event is for Veterans\, current service members\, and their families only. \n\n\n\nSnacks will be provided. Please bring water. \n\n\n\nActivity Expectation: Walking\, possible uneven trails \n\n\n\nSensory Expectations: Prairie and forest landscape. Wear comfortable shoes. \n\n\n\nAvailable Accommodations: No language interpretation available. We have walking sticks available.  \n\n\n\nContact Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org if you have mobility concerns.  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/paint-and-photograph-the-prairie-2/
LOCATION:River Road Trailhead – Midewin Tallgrass Prairie\, Elwood\, Illinois\, 60042
CATEGORIES:Nature Outing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250617T170530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T170532Z
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SUMMARY:Black Moon Trio Presents - The Great Lakes: Our Freshwater Treasure
DESCRIPTION:The Great Lakes: Our Freshwater Treasure\n\n\n\nCelebrating one of our region’s and the world’s most precious natural resources\, Black Moon Trio collaborates with author Barb Rosenstock; illustrator\, Jamey Christoph; and the DuPage Children’s Museum to tell the story of the Great Lakes. Accompanying Rosenstock’s and Christoph’s 2024 book\, The Great Lakes: Our Freshwater Treasure\, this program features music by living composers to bolster the dramatic journey of a single drop of water in this enormous water system. Along the way\, audiences will learn how these incredible lakes were formed\, how to preserve the six quadrillion gallons of water they hold\, and the cultural and spiritual importance of these five blue jewels. \n\n\n\nA limited number of copies of the book will available for sale in the Driehaus Museum Store on the 3rd floor. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/black-moon-trio-presents-the-great-lakes-our-freshwater-treasure/
LOCATION:The Richard H. Driehaus Museum\, 50 E. Erie St\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60611
CATEGORIES:Music Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20241126T174218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T174226Z
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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-13/
LOCATION:​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center\, ​888 Dunbar Road\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250831T150000
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SUMMARY:Rooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes
DESCRIPTION:Image: Walking Up the Dune by Josie Levin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes\n\n\n\nThis summer\, Brushwood Center presents a new exhibition\, Rooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes. It is presented in partnership with the Driehaus Museum to explore perspectives on art and nature in association with their summer exhibition featuring acclaimed botanical artist Rory McEwen\, Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature. Rooted in the Shadow of Coal embraces the tradition of botanical art while expanding to include a wider range of artists and media\, all focused on the resilient plants of the Waukegan Dunes. Each artwork in the show includes a reference to at least one\, and sometimes several\, of these botanical wonders. What has proximity to pollution done to the site? What does it mean to have this surviving and thriving natural environment next to coal ash ponds? In this exhibition\, botanical art becomes a lens to consider health\, equity\, and nature. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nLearn More About This exhibition
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/rooted-in-the-shadow-of-coal-botanical-treasures-of-the-waukegan-dunes/
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:20250713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250530T204025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T175656Z
UID:10000304-1752411600-1752418800@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:Opening Reception - Rooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes
DESCRIPTION:Image: Walking Up the Dune by Josie Levin \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpening Reception – Rooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes\n\n\n\nThis summer\, Brushwood Center presents a new exhibition\, Rooted in the Shadow of Coal: Botanical Treasures of the Waukegan Dunes. It is presented in partnership with the Driehaus Museum to explore perspectives on art and nature in association with their summer exhibition featuring acclaimed botanical artist Rory McEwen\, Rory McEwen: A New Perspective on Nature. Rooted in the Shadow of Coal embraces the tradition of botanical art while expanding to include a wider range of artists and media\, all focused on the resilient plants of the Waukegan Dunes. Each artwork in the show includes a reference to at least one\, and sometimes several\, of these botanical wonders. What has proximity to pollution done to the site? What does it mean to have this surviving and thriving natural environment next to coal ash ponds? In this exhibition\, botanical art becomes a lens to consider health\, equity\, and nature. \n\n\n\nJoin us at Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods for an opening reception and discussion. Seating for the panel discussion will be limited\, registration guarantees admission\, but not necessarily a seat. If you require a seat for accessibility\, please let us know at the event\, and you will be prioritized.  \n\n\n\n\nREgister for the July 13 Opening Reception\n\n\n\nLearn More about the Exhibition
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/opening-reception-rooted-in-the-shadow-of-coal-botanical-treasures-of-the-waukegan-dunes/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250623T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T210434Z
UID:10000318-1752085800-1752094800@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 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-12/
LOCATION:American Legion Cicero Post 96\, 5820 W 35th St\, Cicero\, Illinois\, 60804
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250609T165729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T165731Z
UID:10000314-1751104800-1751122800@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:BASE: Open Art Workshop with Maryann Wattelle
DESCRIPTION:You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It\n\n\n\nOpen Art Workshop is open to anyone who wants to make something in any area of visual arts and crafts\, from the experienced artist looking for a community of others to work with\, to the complete novice who just wants to try something out in a low pressure environment\, or the family looking for a fun kids’ activity to fill their afternoon – this workshop is for you! \n\n\n\nThis month\, our upcoming July Artist of the Month\, Maryann Wattelle\, will be our guest artist. Maryann focuses on painting\, drawing\, and art therapy. She uses oil\, watercolor\, found materials\, and recycled paper in her work. Her greatest passions are sharing the experience of making art with others and guiding them through their own creative process. Stop by to learn from Maryann! \n\n\n\nWHEN DOES IT HAPPEN? 10am-3pm\, the last Saturday of every month (no meetings in November and December 2025). Come anytime during the day\, and stay as long as you’d like. \n\n\n\nWHAT DOES IT COST? Workspace\, use of our tools and any instruction or assistance you need is free; supplies from BASE are “pay what you want” (free to teachers and organizations). \n\n\n\nWHAT CAN I MAKE? Almost* anything! Come with a project you want to work on in mind\, or pick one from our list of project ideas for all ages and abilities. You are welcome to bring your own supplies and tools\, or use ones from BASE. You can work independently\, or work with an instructor. Here are just a few ideas of what you can learn and do at the Open Art Workshop: \n\n\n\nWatercolor · Embroidery · Mosaics · Book Binding · Charcoal Drawing · Knitting & Crochet · Decoupage · Sewing & Mending · Jewelry Making · Plein Air Painting · Basket Weaving · Picture Framing · Card Making · Kids Art Projects · Block Printing · Stained Glass · Acrylic Painting · Costume Making · Weaving · Collage · UpCycling · Gift Wrapping · Sculpture · Upholstery · Colored Pencil · Wreath Making · Beading · Rubber Stamps · Oil Painting · Quilting · Pastels · Macramé · Miniatures \n\n\n\n*We will do our best to accommodate all types of projects\, but there may be limitations on what is possible on a particular day due to limitations of space\, supplies or tools (supplies and tools are mostly donated\, and what is available is always changing)\, or due to a particular project being too messy or dangerous to be done in a public space. If a particular project cannot be worked on during the Workshop that day\, we will do our best to help you figure out how to proceed on a future Workshop date or on your own. Since this Workshop is open to ALL topics and media\, we won’t be experts on everything\, but we can definitely help you get started. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions about Open Art Workshop or BASE\, please contact Julia Kemerer at 224-633-2426 or jkemerer@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nREGISter
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-open-art-workshop-with-maryann-wattelle/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Family - Friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20241126T181744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T140836Z
UID:10000236-1750962600-1750968000@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. 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-11/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250303T175722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T180141Z
UID:10000267-1750424400-1750431600@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: Summer Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: Summer Solstice\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\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/celestial-nature-and-forest-therapy-summer-solstice/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Outing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20250531T213209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T153429Z
UID:10000305-1750273200-1750280400@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:BASE: Create & Sip - Junk Journals
DESCRIPTION:BASE: Create & Sip – Junk Journals with Magdalena Kranc-Velasquez\n\n\n\nCreate & Sip is a monthly workshop hosted at Brushwood Center 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\nWe’ll have a variety of supplies and tools available. Everyone’s project will be unique. No experience necessary\, all skill levels are welcome. \n\n\n\nAbout the Artist: \n\n\n\nMagdalena Kranc-Velazquez is a mixed media artist\, working in collage. Her work includes intricate collages that feature layering and delicate\, yet dramatic\, hand painting and drawing. She also creates altered books\, creating one-of-a-kind keepsake memory books for her clients\, using their photos\, jewelry\, documents\, buttons\, and fabrics \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$20/person. Please register by June 15. BYOB.  \n\n\n\n\nregister
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-create-sip-junk-journals/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20241126T174117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T152814Z
UID:10000224-1750154400-1750159800@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 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-12/
LOCATION:​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center\, ​888 Dunbar Road\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080540
CREATED:20241126T172823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T131905Z
UID:10000218-1749666600-1749675600@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 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-11/
LOCATION:American Legion Cicero Post 96\, 5820 W 35th St\, Cicero\, Illinois\, 60804
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080541
CREATED:20250428T175817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T011126Z
UID:10000298-1748685600-1748703600@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:BASE: Open Art Workshop with Magdalena Kranc Velazquez
DESCRIPTION:You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It\n\n\n\nOpen Art Workshop is open to anyone who wants to make something in any area of visual arts and crafts\, from the experienced artist looking for a community of others to work with\, to the complete novice who just wants to try something out in a low pressure environment\, or the family looking for a fun kids’ activity to fill their afternoon – this workshop is for you! \n\n\n\nThis month\, our June Artist of the Month\, Magdalena Kranc Velazquez\, will be our guest artist. Magdalena is a mixed media collage artist\, working with found and repurposed objects. Stop by to learn from Magdalena! \n\n\n\nWHEN DOES IT HAPPEN? 10am-3pm\, the last Saturday of every month (no meetings in November and December 2025). Come anytime during the day\, and stay as long as you’d like. \n\n\n\nWHAT DOES IT COST? Workspace\, use of our tools and any instruction or assistance you need is free; supplies from BASE are “pay what you want” (free to teachers and organizations). \n\n\n\nWHAT CAN I MAKE? Almost* anything! Come with a project you want to work on in mind\, or pick one from our list of project ideas for all ages and abilities. You are welcome to bring your own supplies and tools\, or use ones from BASE. You can work independently\, or work with an instructor. Here are just a few ideas of what you can learn and do at the Open Art Workshop: \n\n\n\nWatercolor · Embroidery · Mosaics · Book Binding · Charcoal Drawing · Knitting & Crochet · Decoupage · Sewing & Mending · Jewelry Making · Plein Air Painting · Basket Weaving · Picture Framing · Card Making · Kids Art Projects · Block Printing · Stained Glass · Acrylic Painting · Costume Making · Weaving · Collage · UpCycling · Gift Wrapping · Sculpture · Upholstery · Colored Pencil · Wreath Making · Beading · Rubber Stamps · Oil Painting · Quilting · Pastels · Macramé · Miniatures \n\n\n\n*We will do our best to accommodate all types of projects\, but there may be limitations on what is possible on a particular day due to limitations of space\, supplies or tools (supplies and tools are mostly donated\, and what is available is always changing)\, or due to a particular project being too messy or dangerous to be done in a public space. If a particular project cannot be worked on during the Workshop that day\, we will do our best to help you figure out how to proceed on a future Workshop date or on your own. Since this Workshop is open to ALL topics and media\, we won’t be experts on everything\, but we can definitely help you get started. \n\n\n\nIf you have questions about Open Art Workshop or BASE\, please contact Julia Kemerer at 224-633-2426 or jkemerer@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nREGISter
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/base-open-art-workshop-with-magdalena-kranc-velazquez/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class,Family - Friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080541
CREATED:20250424T153640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T153643Z
UID:10000297-1748368800-1748372400@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:At Ease Book Club: May 27
DESCRIPTION:At Ease Book Club – Where the Light Enters: A Soldier’s Journey  \n\n\n\nAnnouncing a book club for Veterans and members of the military community with local author and Veteran Leland Austin Gagnebin\, focused on his book  Where the Light Enters: A Soldier’s Journey. \n\n\n\nFrom an idyllic childhood to the brutal realities of war\, join Leland as he guides you through the struggles in the jungles of the A Shau Valley and rugged Annamite Mountains during the Vietnam War—and experience how\, decades later\, he journeyed back to this source of troubling dreams and PTSD in search of peace and closure. And found it. \n\n\n\nAs Veterans and military community members\, we will explore Veteran stories and how these experiences impact the author\, ourselves\, and our community. Leland and Brushwood Center hope that his story can be a source of healing and story sharing for the military community. \n\n\n\nThis virtual book club will meet weekly on Zoom on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm from April 22 – May 27. Books are provided. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\nActivity expectation is sitting. \n\n\n\nAvailable Accommodations: No language interpretation available. Virtual Class.  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Book\n\n\n\n\n Where The Light Enters is a memoir about the impact the Vietnam War had on one soldier’s life. It is a healing story\, a spiritual journey\, and the path taken in search of redemption\, reconciliation\, and reconnection. It is not a war story but rather a story of war.  \n\n\n\nThrough a collection of short pieces\, the author conveys the transformation from a loss of innocence and purity of heart through the struggles endured as an Infantry Rifleman with the 101st Airborne Division during the historic Battle for Firebase Ripcord — from the disillusionment\, betrayal\, and the loss of self to what the author endured after returning home. It is about the path followed in pursuit of as full a measure of peace in life as might be possible and encourages others to pursue theirs.  \n\n\n\nMoreover\, this memoir shines a light on the noble and heroic story of what heart and strength of character it takes for men to struggle through years against themselves and the intense\, inner wound of PTSD\, and succeed. \n\n\n\nThis memoir transcends the Vietnam War\, giving voice to all those struggling to put words to their own mental narratives. It further suggests a social prescription to assist reintegration into community. This finely crafted work has many layers — emotional\, physical\, behavioral\, ethical\, political\, spiritual\, the importance of family\, and the bonds with fellow soldiers — all woven artfully into the tapestry of the author’s life story.  \n\n\n\nConveyed in a raw\, straightforward presentation without being crass or superfluously graphic\, its descriptions are vibrant and visual\, drawing emotion from the reader. This memoir shines a ray of hope upon both veteran and non-veteran\, and anyone seeking redemption and forgiveness.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/at-ease-book-club-may-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080541
CREATED:20250303T180048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T161731Z
UID:10000268-1748361600-1748368800@brushwoodcenter.org
SUMMARY:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: New Moon/ Luna Nueva
DESCRIPTION:Celestial Nature and Forest Therapy: New Moon/ Luna Nueva\n\n\n\nThis event will be facilitated in Spanish/Este evento se facilitará en español \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\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/celestial-nature-and-forest-therapy-new-moon/
LOCATION:Bowen Park\, 1800 N Sheridan Rd\, Waukegan\, Illinois\, 60085
CATEGORIES:Nature Outing
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080541
CREATED:20241126T181533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T181831Z
UID:10000235-1747938600-1747944000@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. 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-10/
LOCATION:
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080541
CREATED:20250424T153438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T153440Z
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SUMMARY:At Ease Book Club: May 20
DESCRIPTION:At Ease Book Club – Where the Light Enters: A Soldier’s Journey  \n\n\n\nAnnouncing a book club for Veterans and members of the military community with local author and Veteran Leland Austin Gagnebin\, focused on his book  Where the Light Enters: A Soldier’s Journey. \n\n\n\nFrom an idyllic childhood to the brutal realities of war\, join Leland as he guides you through the struggles in the jungles of the A Shau Valley and rugged Annamite Mountains during the Vietnam War—and experience how\, decades later\, he journeyed back to this source of troubling dreams and PTSD in search of peace and closure. And found it. \n\n\n\nAs Veterans and military community members\, we will explore Veteran stories and how these experiences impact the author\, ourselves\, and our community. Leland and Brushwood Center hope that his story can be a source of healing and story sharing for the military community. \n\n\n\nThis virtual book club will meet weekly on Zoom on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm from April 22 – May 27. Books are provided. \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact Veterans Program Specialist\, Jessica Klinge at jklinge@brushwoodcenter.org. \n\n\n\nActivity expectation is sitting. \n\n\n\nAvailable Accommodations: No language interpretation available. Virtual Class.  \n\n\n\n\nREGIster\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Book\n\n\n\n\n Where The Light Enters is a memoir about the impact the Vietnam War had on one soldier’s life. It is a healing story\, a spiritual journey\, and the path taken in search of redemption\, reconciliation\, and reconnection. It is not a war story but rather a story of war.  \n\n\n\nThrough a collection of short pieces\, the author conveys the transformation from a loss of innocence and purity of heart through the struggles endured as an Infantry Rifleman with the 101st Airborne Division during the historic Battle for Firebase Ripcord — from the disillusionment\, betrayal\, and the loss of self to what the author endured after returning home. It is about the path followed in pursuit of as full a measure of peace in life as might be possible and encourages others to pursue theirs.  \n\n\n\nMoreover\, this memoir shines a light on the noble and heroic story of what heart and strength of character it takes for men to struggle through years against themselves and the intense\, inner wound of PTSD\, and succeed. \n\n\n\nThis memoir transcends the Vietnam War\, giving voice to all those struggling to put words to their own mental narratives. It further suggests a social prescription to assist reintegration into community. This finely crafted work has many layers — emotional\, physical\, behavioral\, ethical\, political\, spiritual\, the importance of family\, and the bonds with fellow soldiers — all woven artfully into the tapestry of the author’s life story.  \n\n\n\nConveyed in a raw\, straightforward presentation without being crass or superfluously graphic\, its descriptions are vibrant and visual\, drawing emotion from the reader. This memoir shines a ray of hope upon both veteran and non-veteran\, and anyone seeking redemption and forgiveness.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/at-ease-book-club-may-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES: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-11/
LOCATION:​Mundelein Park & Recreation Community Center\, ​888 Dunbar Road\, Mundelein\, IL\, 60060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Class
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SUMMARY:Chicago Voyagers: The Future Voyagers Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Voyagers: The Future Voyagers Exhibit\n\n\n\nAmerica has always had a fascination with exploration and the outdoors. We’ve memorialized it in paintings\, history books & statues where proud explorers pose heroically—their foot propped on the prow of a canoe or rocky precipice\, surveying the American west. But there’s one thing all of these artworks have in common: \n\n\n\nThey’re of white men. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Chicago Voyagers\, a nonprofit whose mission is to empower local\, underrepresented youth through outdoor adventure therapy programs\, seven Chicago-based artists will present a two-part exhibition that visualizes the future of American exploration: one where adventure knows no gender or color.  \n\n\n\nThe show includes new work that features the portrait of a youth who currently participates in the Chicago Voyagers program. A youth is using outdoor exploration as a means to become a leader and impact the world in a positive way.  \n\n\n\nThe exhibition at Brushwood opening May 18\, 2025 is the first part of this two-part endeavor. There we will get a first look at studies for the larger portraits that will be unveiled at the final exhibition in Chicago at the Epiphany Center for the Arts\, opening on August 8\, 2025. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sales will be donated to Chicago Voyagers. \n\n\n\nFeatured Artists: \n\n\n\nKevin West \n\n\n\nDwight White \n\n\n\nMorgan Nicolette \n\n\n\nRae Denise \n\n\n\nArrington \n\n\n\nSam Kirk \n\n\n\nEdo \n\n\n\n\nREgister for the May 18 Opening Reception
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/chicago-voyagersthe-future-voyagers-exhibit/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Chicago Voyagers: The Future Voyagers Exhibit Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Voyagers: The Future Voyagers Exhibit Opening Reception\n\n\n\nJoin Brushwood Center and Chicago Voyagers in a celebration of the opening of The Future Voyagers Exhibition! Be the first to view the brand new exhibition and have a chance to hear directly from artists that created the works.  \n\n\n\n1:00 pm Exhibition opens for viewing2:00 pm Panel discussion with: Bernie Rupe (Chicago Voyagers)\, Edo (exhibiting artist)\, Kevin West (exhibiting artist)\, moderated by Dani Abboud (Brushwood Center) \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\n\nREgister for the May 18 Opening Reception\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Exhibition\n\n\n\nAmerica has always had a fascination with exploration and the outdoors. We’ve memorialized it in paintings\, history books & statues where proud explorers pose heroically—their foot propped on the prow of a canoe or rocky precipice\, surveying the American west. But there’s one thing all of these artworks have in common: \n\n\n\nThey’re of white men. \n\n\n\nIn partnership with Chicago Voyagers\, a nonprofit whose mission is to empower local\, underrepresented youth through outdoor adventure therapy programs\, seven Chicago-based artists will present a two-part exhibition that visualizes the future of American exploration: one where adventure knows no gender or color.  \n\n\n\nThe show includes new work that features the portrait of a youth who currently participates in the Chicago Voyagers program. A youth is using outdoor exploration as a means to become a leader and impact the world in a positive way.  \n\n\n\nThe exhibition at Brushwood opening May 18\, 2025 is the first part of this two-part endeavor. There we will get a first look at studies for the larger portraits that will be unveiled at the final exhibition in Chicago at the Epiphany Center for the Arts\, opening on August 8\, 2025. A portion of the proceeds from artwork sales will be donated to Chicago Voyagers.
URL:https://brushwoodcenter.org/event/chicago-voyagers-the-future-voyagers-exhibit/
LOCATION:Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods\, 21850 Riverwoods Rd.\, Riverwoods\, IL\, 60015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition
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