Coming Up 

at Ryerson Woods

Thursday, June 18
Our Food in Film, Part II: The Real Dirt on Farmer John
7-10pm
Winner of 31 International Film Festivals, this film documents the epic tale of a maverick Midwestern farmer.  By melding the traditions of family farming with the power of art and free expression, this powerful story of transformation and renewal heralds a resurrection of farming in America.  Harry Rhodes, Executive Director of Growing Home, a non-profit providing job training for homeless and low-income individuals in Chicago through a social enterprise business based on organic agriculture, will lead the film discussion.  Welcome Center.  Free admission, but suggested donation of $8.

Saturday, June 20
Grass Farming - The Benefits of Pasture-raised Poultry and Beef
9:30-4pm

Have you ever noticed the Organic Valley products available at your grocery?  The cows and chickens producing these products live less than 70 miles from Ryerson!  Learn the benefits of eating pasture-raised meat, eggs and dairy products when we tour the Krusen Grass Farms in Elkhorn, Wisconsin.  This 340-acre certified organic grass farm is a member of the Organic Valley Family of Farms.  The farm is operated by Altfrid and Sue Krusenbaum, who are among the pioneers in pasture-based dairy and beef farming in southeast Wisconsin.  Light lunch provided.  Carpooling options available.  Call for details.  Tour of farm begins at 11am.  $40 ($35 for FRW members).  Directions provided upon registration.  Register online or call 847-968-3321. 

Tuesdays,
June 23-July 28
Tai Chi
4-5pm
Join teacher Maureen McHugh in practicing this traditional form of Chinese exercise characterized by gentle movements which harmonize breathing and mental concentration. No prior experience necessary.  Brushwood (outside, weather permitting).  $75 for six sessions.  Registration required. Register online or call 847-968-3321.

Sunday, June 28
Wild Onion Book Series Part II: The Revolution Will Not Be Microwaved by Sandor Ellix Katz
1-3pm

This is the story of the consumer revolution against globally industrialized agriculture and corporate domination of food production, processing and distribution systems. Katz introduces readers to people who are reclaiming their right to eat healthy, wholesome food. If you wish to reclaim a connection to the food you eat, join this discussion. We’ll meet at Elawa Farm in Lake Forest to learn about the restoration of Elawa’s historic gardens into an organic public garden.  Elawa Farm, Lake Forest. Directions provided upon registration.  $20 ($15 FRW members).  Register online, or for member discount, call 847-968-3321.

 

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