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Ryerson Woods


Blossoms in Breeze by Kay ThomasSunday, January 31
1 – 4pm 
Sumi-e for Beginners
Explore sumi-e, the ancient art of Japanese ink painting. Sumi-e means black ink painting. Learn the history of this art form and how to use the special painting tools. Paint nature subjects using simple brush strokes. No previous painting experience needed.
Brushwood. $45 ($40 FRW members).  Click here to register.

Tuesdays, February 2 – March 23
4 – 5pm                     
Tai Chi 
Tai Chi is the name for a number of traditional Chinese exercises characterized by gentle movements which harmonize breathing and mental concentration. Join instructor Maureen McHugh for an eight week session.
Brushwood. Fee for series $100.  Click here to register.

photo courtesy of Eleanor ReilySaturday, February 7
1 – 2:30pm
Green Spa
Join Eleanor Reily as seen on ABC’s “190 North” and Channel 5’s “Green Scene” for her Green Spa workshop. In this hands-on workshop, participants learn to make spa-quality beauty and body treatments from fresh ingredients they already have at home, in the fridge or the pantry. All recipes are given.
Brushwood. $18 ($15 FRW members).  Click here to register.

Sunday, February 7
2:30 – 4pm 
Clean and Green at Home
Learn how to make simple, non-chemical cleaning products at home with vinegar, baking soda, lemons, borax and other household ingredients. Window cleaner, furniture polish, drain cleaner and other products made in the workshop and samples are given to take home. All recipes are suitable for people with chemical or environmental sensitivities, children and pets. All materials are provided.
Brushwood. $18 ($15 FRW members).  Click here to register.

Unsettling of AmericaWednesday, March 10
7:30 – 9pm                   
Ryerson Reads
The Unsettling of America
by Wendell Berry
The Unsettling of America offers a powerful critique of the postwar “Green Revolution” in agriculture that provoked the back to the land movement of the 1970s and underscores today’s discussions of local food. Discussion leader, Ben Goluboff, professor of English at Lake Forest College, brings the conversation to life.
Brushwood. $15 ($10 FRW members).  Click here to register.

Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Stories by Carol LaChapelleSaturday, March 13
12 – 3pm                      
Earth Words
Nature Writing Workshop
This workshop is designed for those who want to write about their experiences in nature.  In the workshop, you'll learn to better observe and describe the natural world; tell the stories of your encounters there; and explore the meaning these encounters have for you. Carol LaChapelle is a Chicago-based writer and writing coach, and the author of Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Stories . www.carollachapelle.com. 
Brushwood. $59 ($55 FRW members). Click here to register.
 

To register by phone or take advantage of FRW discounts, please call 847-968-3321.
 
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Presented in partnership with:Lake County Forest Preserves

  
Art

 Exhibitions:


REFUGE

Works by
Vivian Visser and
Andrea Harris

Birch Forest by Andrea Harris

Beginning Place by Vivian Visser
 
Pairing intimate organic sculptures by Vivian Visser with large scale, expressionist paintings of birch woodlands by Andrea Harris, this exhibition explores concept of shelter and refuge in the natural world. 
Brushwood. Free. Exhibition runs
through February 28.


 AVIARY

Artists’
Passion for Birds
 
Opening Reception
Sunday, March 7
1 - 3pm

Stretch Your Wings by Rachel Kerwin

Unsolved Mystery Sauce Boat by Yoko SekinoBove

Crane by Sharon Gilmore

Birds have captivated artists for centuries with their song, flight and color.  As spring migration unfolds, this group exhibition will explore the mysterious allure of birds through the hands of sixteen contemporary artists. Mixed media. Brushwood. Free. Exhibition runs March 7 – April 28. No registration required.
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Ryerson Woods is located near Deerfield on Riverwoods Road between Half Day Road (Route 22) and Deerfield Road, just west of the Interstate 94 Tollway.

Brushwood is open to the public 10am-2pm Tuesday through Friday, Sunday 1-3pm, or by appointment.
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