​Saturdays, July 20 - September 7, 2024

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods | Free but Registration Required

Join us for family - friendly and science based nature and food series with From Hood to Table! Based in Waukegan, From Hood to Table works to bring food to the hood, and showcase the work of black farming and farmers. Tickets are free. 

Saturday, August 3rd: The Brushwood Grocer
​Taste and explore hyper-local food! ​Families will then learn how to use the discarded food waste to start anew and grow their own food.

Program Location:

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods

21850 N Riverwoods Rd.

Riverwoods, IL 60015

Parking is available outside of the building. 

Activity Expectations: Event takes place primarily indoors, although participants may go outside as well. 

Sensory Expectations: This session will handle fresh produce from local grocery stores and farmers. Participants may experience various smells and textures from the produce. The session may also include mild background noises typical of a group activity. Children sensitive to strong smells or textures might benefit from bringing gloves and being prepared for hands-on interaction with different foods.

Available Accommodations: No language interpretation available.