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Events

 

  • The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market

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

    The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market Buy local, support the arts, and find unique gifts at Brushwood Center's 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market. You’ll find art, handmade gifts, cards, prints, and more from over 50 talented local artists, makers, and small-scale producers. Come out and share in community, art, and nature at this […]

    Free
  • Online Sale: The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market

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

    Online Sale: The 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market Buy local, support the arts, and find unique gifts at Brushwood Center's 9th Annual Nature-Inspired Holiday Art Market. You’ll find art, handmade gifts, cards, prints, and more from over 50 talented local artists, makers, and small-scale producers. Come out and share in community, art, and nature […]

    Free
  • Nature Book Club

    Nature Book Club: November

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

    Nature Book Club: November The 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 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.  Our November book will […]

    Free
  • BASE: Create & Sip

    BASE: Create & Sip – Make a Wreath with Julia Kemerer

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

    BASE: Create & Sip - Make a Wreath with Julia Kemerer Create & 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 […]

    $20.00
  • Forest Bathing for Veterans and Family Members

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

    Forest Bathing for Veterans and Family Members Forest bathing is a guided experience for supporting healing and wellness through meditation and immersion of your senses in forest. Join Sarah Abu Absi, certified Nature and Forest Therapy guide, for a hour and half practice filled with a series of guided invitations that offer opportunities of presence, […]

    Free
  • Nature, Art & Wellness Day for Women Veterans and Family Members

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

    Nature, Art and Wellness Day for Women Veterans and Family Members Join us at Brushwood Center for a day of recharging and relaxing in community with fellow women Veterans and family members in the peace and tranquility of Ryerson Woods. Enjoy wellness activities in connection with nature! Activities for the day include: yoga, forest bathing, […]

    Free
  • At Ease in Nature 2025

    Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods 21850 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 2025 At Ease programs, as well as work inspired by experiences in nature from members of the Military Community. This year’s exhibition highlights the diversity that can be found in […]

    Free
  • At Ease in Nature 2025: Opening Reception

    Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods 21850 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 2025 At Ease programs, as well as work inspired by experiences in nature from members of the Military Community. This year’s exhibition will highlight the diversity that can […]

    Free
  • BASE: Open Art Workshop

    BASE: Open Art Workshop with Julia Kemerer

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

    You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It Open 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 […]

    Free
  • Nature Book Club

    Nature Book Club: October

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

    Nature Book Club: The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating The 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 art activities to engage with the themes of the chosen book, led by Brushwood’s Poet-in-Residence Kathryn Haydon, and writer-artist […]

    Free
  • BASE: Open Art Workshop

    BASE: Open Art Workshop with Alexandra Ok

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

    You Choose the Project · Use Tools and Supplies From BASE · Get Help When You Need It Open 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 […]

    Free
  • Nature Book Club

    Nature Book Club: September

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

    Nature Book Club: The Serviceberry The 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.  Our summer series […]

    Free
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