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Sunday, April 6 - 2 pm
Wilmette Historical museum
609 Ridge Road, Wilmette
The public is invited to attend the opening of three new exhibits at the Wilmette Historical Society. The first, "Wilmette in Wartime," shares stories of Wilmette and the North Shore in wartime, from the Civil War through World War II. The second, "Over the Top: Fashions of the Great War Era, 1914-1919" allows you to experience fashion's lost era, when hobble skirts, funnel collars, and "war crinolines" were all the rage, creating bizarre silhouettes that would never occur again. And the third, "Lost Wilmette" invites you to learn the fate of once familiar buildings that have vanished from Wilmette's landscape. The opening event is free and refreshments will be served. For more information, call 847-853-7666 or visit www.wilmettehistory.org.
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Saturday, April 12 11am - 3pm
Various Locations - Northwestern University
633 Clark Street, Evanston
 The public is invited to visit the Northwestern University campus to participate in Communiversity Day, a wonderful opportunity to experience all that Northwestern has to offer! Throughout the day, faculty, students and staff will present a diverse program of events and activities showcasing Northwestern in all its glory including performing arts, athletics, sports mini-clinics, labs and more. There will also be informational sessions on how to enroll in credit or not-credit classes, guided tours, health and fitness screenings, and festival food stations throughout the campus. Activities will be held in facilities on the Arts Circle, as well as in engineering buildings and in the sports and aquatics center. For more information, please call 847-467-5762 or click here.
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Centre East:
Max & Ruby - April 5
Craig Ferguson - April 12
Thodos Dance Chicago - April 26
Northlight Theatre:
Better Late - Through May 11
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
Join the fun as Ruby enlists her little brother Max to help her put on a play for their beloved Grandmother. This charming new musical version of the hit Nickelodeon TV show is inspired by Rosemary Wells' bunny siblings, Max and Ruby. Fans of stand-up comedy will love the cutting-edge humor of Craig Ferguson on April 12. "Breathtakingly athletic," "fiercely complex," "powerfully beautiful," and "vibrant choreography" are a few of the critical accolades that Thodos Dance Chicago has received over the past fifteen years. On April 26, this spectacular ensemble will present an unforgettable performance. Northlight Theatre continues its run of "Better Late" - a world premiere romantic comedy from the Emmy and Tony Award-winning author of M*A*S*H and Tootsie, and the creator of TV's Dirty Sexy Money! For more information, please call 847-673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.
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Thursday, April 24 - 7:00 pm
Quince in the Homestead
1625 Hinman Ave, Evanston
For one evening only, five of Evanston's top chefs will come together to create a five-course meal not to be believed! Hosted by Quince in the Homestead, the elaborate dinner starts at 7:00 pm and will feature optional wine pairings. The 1st course will be created by Chef Victor Hernandez of Stained Glass, the 2nd course will be prepared by Chef Mark Hannon of Quince, the 3rd course features the culinary expertise of Chef Mark Grosz from Oceanique, the 4th course is being created by Chef Vince DiBattista of Campagnola, and dessert will be prepared by Chef Jeffrey Sills of Quince. For more information and to make a reservation for this incredible North Shore Chef Tasting ($105 per guest), please call 847-570-8419 or click here.
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An Eco-Focused Countdown to the 28th Anniversary of Earth Day
Through April 30
The Glen Town Center and other Glenview locations
Bring the entire family and join this eco-focused countdown to the 28th anniversary of Earth Day! Green for Good in Glenview features a full month of inspirational and educational events all sponsored by The Glen Town Center, the Kohl Children's Museum, the Glenview Park District, the Glenview Public Library, Kim & Scott's Twisting Café, WICKED, Whole Foods and Tyner Center/Air Station. From scavenger hunts and storytelling to recycling tips to "go green" presentations, come discover just how easy it is to do something good for the world and your own neighborhood! For more information, please call 847-724-2025 or click here.
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E-mail Marketing Luncheon
Wednesday, April 23
Courtyard by Marriott - Glenview
1801 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
Join us for lunch to and learn how to send an email newsletter, a high-impact email promotion, an email event invitation, or an online survey. You don't need to hire an outside firm to handle your communication needs, you can do it yourself with the right tools. Steve Robinson from Constant Contact will show you how. The CNSCVB will be hosting Educational Seminars in rotation with our popular Netwroking Events. This event is complimentary for CNSCVB members but space is limited and reservations will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis. You must RSVP by Friday, April 18 to Jennifer Williams (CNSCVB Manager of Membership and Advertising) at 847-763-0011 x 22 or e-mail her at jwilliams@cnscvb.com. We look forward to seeing you!
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Westfield Old Orchard
Old Orchard Road and Skokie Blvd, Skokie
To give groups of 10 or more an unforgettable day of shopping, Westfield Old Orchard unveils new Experience Packages including some fabulous Girls' Getaways at five of Old Orchard's finest retailers. With over 145 departments stores, specialty shops and boutiques, scrumptious restaurants and state-of-the-art theaters, Westfield's new Experience Packages give groups of 10 or more the royal treatment allowing them to create a customized shopping experience complete with decadent treats, relaxing spa services and fabulous shopping deals! In addition, groups will also have access to exclusive concierge services including the Passport to Old Orchard VIP Savings Card, complimentary greeting service, and special shopping bags. For more information, please call 847-674-7070 or visit www.westfield.com/oldorchard.
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Through May 10
Evanston Arts Depot
600 Main Street, Evanston
The Piccolo Theatre proudly presents Lust, Lies and Marriage, a world-premiere production directed by the internationally acclaimed master of Italian comedy, Antonio Fava. In the play, Dottore tells his daughter she'll be marrying Lelio when all she wants to do is marry the handsome Orazio. A foreign woman named Celia falls in love with the same Orazio while another gentlemen named Odoardo falls in love with her. What's a servant or two to do but dress up in disguise and help love-struck masters figure the whole mess out! This world-premiere is guaranteed to get you laughing with joy and delighting in its wit. For more information, please call 847-424-0089 or visit www.piccolotheatre.com.
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Through May 12
Kohl Children's Museum
2100 Patriot Blvd, Glenview
Answer the age-old question (Which came first, the chicken or the egg?) at the Kohl Children's Museum's new Eggs to Chicks exhibit. Come view the full life cycle of the Black Java and endangered White Java chickens with an egg incubator, a hatchery unit, and two Plexiglas pens for newly hatched chicks. All elements of the exhibit are at child's height for easy viewing! Be sure to stop by soon, as these adorable chicks will fly away on May 12. For more information, please call 847-832-6600 or click here.
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Wilmette Theatre
1122 Central Ave.
Four consecutive Thursdays,
beginning April 24
Diary of a Skokie Girl opened in 1994 at Chicago's Footsteps Theater where it enjoyed a six week sold-out run then moved on to successful runs throughout Chicagoland, the U.S. and Canada. Now, it is back on the North Shore at the Wilmette Theatre for a limited run. This one-woman show, performed by veteran comic Caryn Bark, is a poignant yet hysterically funny examination of growing up Jewish in the 1960s. The Reader called it "Irreverent, hilarious and deeply moving." The Tribune said "Impeccable Show." and Rick Kogan of the Chicago Tribune called Caryn, "One of the wittiest female comics we've ever seen!" Tickets are $22 general admission, $15 students. Tickets can be purchased at www.wilmettetheatre.com or by calling 847.251.7424.
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2171 Northbrook Court, Northbrook
This spring Northbrook Court proudly welcomes three more retailers that are exclusive to Chicago's North Shore...Juicy Couture, Geox and Lush Handmade Cosmetics. Juicy is recognized around the world as a leading contemporary brand of casual, luxurious, lifestyle clothing. Geox, the Italy-based retailer known worldwide for the revolutionary shoe that breathes, is opening its first store in Illinois! Geox will offer its superb footwear collection for men, women and children, all featuring the company's innovative breathable patent. Lush, founded 30 years ago in the UK, produces fresh, natural, scented, hand-made bath and body products. Northbrook Court has also begun redevelopment of the former food court to create an exciting new dining destination featuring four fast-casual restaurants, which are scheduled to open later this year. For more information, please call 847-498-8161 or visit www.northbrookcourt.com.
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The CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) Skokie Swift Yellow Line has added weekend service through the summer. By adding the additional service, Skokie attractions are now more accessible for weekend visitors from the city and allow visitors to Skokie easy access to Wrigley Field and downtown Chicago. The additional weekend service will be evaluated by the CTA after six months to determine if it will become permanent. Please note that the Skokie Swift Parking Lots will no longer be free on the weekends during the Skokie Swift Yellow Line's hours of operation. For $1.50, patrons may park in the Village's North Lot, which is located just north of Dempster Street and is accessible from Gross Point Road. The South Lot parking costs $2.00 and is accessible from both Dempster Street and Niles Center Road. For more information, please contact the CTA at 1-888-YOURCTA or visit www.transitchicago.com.
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The following businesses have recently joined Chicago's North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau as Preferred Partners. Please help us build a bigger and stronger Bureau by letting us know of any businesses or industry contacts who you believe would benefit from becoming one of our Preferred Partners. Please contact Jennifer Williams, CNSCVB Sales Manager at jwilliams@cnscvb.com or call 847-763-0011 x 22 with any questions.
Sweet Tomatoes
2351 Willow Rd.
Glenview
847-657-8141
Louis Kopinski
Done Deal Promotions
7900 N. Nagle
Morton Grove
312-415-1525
Tom Levy
Saint Francis Hospital
355 Ridge Ave.
Evanston
877-737-4636
Brandy Balco
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My Chauffeur Limousine
2500 E. Devon
Elk Grove Village
847-376-6171
Meridith Ewers
The Glen Town Center
1951 Tower Dr.
Glenview
847-724-2025
Shannon Ridgeway
Egea
1521 Sherman Ave.
Evanston
847-332-2772
Katherine Papas
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