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Now through Sunday, August 3
Village Green Park
Shermer & Meadow Roads, Northbrook
Bring the entire family to Northbrook Days, a five-day event complete with live entertainment, carnival rides, games, food, music, kid-friendly activities, costumed characters, nightly raffle drawings, a live Bachelor Auction and more! There will also be a DJ Dance Party and special performances by American English, The Buckinghams, Josh and the Empty Pockets, Dick Holliday & the Bamboo Gang and Jay & the Americans. Northbrook Days promises something for everyone. For more information and a complete schedule of activities, visit www.northbrookdays.com
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Saturday and Sunday, August 2 & 3
Glen Town Center
Patriot Blvd. between Lake Ave. & Willow Rd., Glenview
Discover over 200 juried artists in the heart of this dynamic lifestyle center in Glenview, an upscale collection of retail and restaurants located on the former site of the Glenview Naval Air Station. For all ages there is Art Fest Bingo, where kids can search the art festival for images to match on their bingo card. In addition to a variety of interactive activities and live music, the festival also features live glass blowing demonstrations by Daniel M. Marder of Making Glass LLC Studio and Gallery and an opportunity to paint a car, which was generously provided by Fields Auto. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm both days. And, don't forget about the North Shore Car Show at The Glen on Sunday, August 17, featuring classic and vintage designs, as well as a NASCAR simulator! For more information, please call 847-926-4300 or click here.
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Saturday and Sunday, August 2 & 3
Dawes Park
Sheridan Road at Church Street, Evanston
More than 100 artists from across the country will showcase their creativity during the 36th Annual Lakeshore Arts Festival. The festival is open 11 am to 6 pm each day in Evanston's Dawes Park and features live jazz and classical music, a silent art auction, and the popular Family Activity Area, including the Children's Craft Tent and ongoing family entertainment. The festival also hosts a dozen restaurateurs serving a variety of culinary delights. Free parking is available at the Northwestern University Garage (three blocks north of the festival site) and a free shuttle bus runs non-stop from the garage to the festival between 8 am and 7 pm. For more information, please call 847-448-8260 or click here.
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Wednesday, August 6 & 13
Norris University Center East Lawn
Northwestern University
1999 Campus Drive (just north of the Block Museum), Evanston
Come enjoy a movie under the stars! Presented by Block Cinema, the Norris Center for Student Involvement and the Northwestern University Summer Session, the two movies featured this month are Touch of Evil starring Orson Welles, Charlton Heston, Marlene Dietrich and Janet Leigh (August 6) and Inherit the Wind (August 13) starring Spencer Tracy. Both movies are free of charge and start at dusk (around 8:30 pm). Please bring your own blankets and chairs. For more information, please call 847-491-4000 or click here.
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Presented by Rush North Shore Medical Center
Thursday, August 7
Oakton Center - Skokie Park District
4701 Oakton, Skokie
Healthy eating and regular physical activity are keys to good health at any age. During Eat Right for Life: Your Guide to a Good Health Meal for Every Age, you'll learn how to choose healthy meals and snacks from a Rush North Shore Medical Center dietitian. You'll also come to understand the importance of a healthy eating checklist, along with the unique nutritional needs for adults and seniors. This program, which runs from 1 to 2 pm, is packed with expert advice that will help you develop a healthy, personalized meal plan. There is no charge to attend. Space is limited and advanced registration is recommended. For more information, please call 847-674-1500.
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Lessons and Open Dancing
August 7, 14, 21 and 28
909 Davis Plaza, Evanston
Put on your dancing shoes and strut your stuff in downtown Evanston on Thursday nights! On August 7, you'll enjoy the sounds of Indigo featuring Toni Di Donato, which includes dance tunes, standards and pop songs from the 60s to today. On August 14, it's The Shirley King Band featuring high energy Blues, Soul and R & B (Shirley is the daughter of B.B. King!), and on August 21, come dance the night away with One Foot in the Grave, specializing in the classic rock of the 80s. Dance lessons begin at 6:30 pm and there is open dancing from 7:30 to 9:00. Parking is available a 1/2 block north at the Maple Avenue Self-Park. For more information, please call 847-866-6319 or visit www.evmark.org.
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Saturday and Sunday, August 9 & 10
Chicago Botanic Garden
1100 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
With the precision of an Olympic ice skater and the grace of a prima ballerina, brightly colored kites will glide and pirouette through the skies over the West Meadow of the Chicago Botanic Garden. The event features members of the award-winning Chicago Fire Kite Team performing sport kite ballet and precision flying demonstrations. With the help of Kite Society members, kids assemble kites, and then run and launch them at the same time. The one who gets his or her kite the highest in 60 seconds wins a prize! Children can also make their own kites at a free kite-making workshop from 11 am to 2 pm both days (materials are provided). The kite flying demonstrations are free and the event runs from 11 am to 5 pm each day. For more information, please call 847-835-5440 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org.
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Wednesdays, August 13 & 27
All About Peppers Weekend
Saturday and Sunday, August 23 & 24
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
Come taste unique brews and fine wines on Wednesdays, August 13 and 27 (from 6 to 8 pm) at the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Professionals will be available to share their knowledge on what to look for when choosing beer or wine, and chefs will demonstrate creative ways to incorporate or pair the tasted beverages with food. Tickets are $10. Also this month, it's the All About Peppers Weekend (August 23 & 24). Visitors can learn all about growing and using peppers both hot and sweet from 11 am to 4 pm. Pepper tours, peppered popcorn tasting, shopping for pepper products from select vendors, family activities and special chili décor are all part of the fun. This event is free. For more information, call 847-835-5440 or visit www.ohwow.org.
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August 16 - 24
Cahn Auditorium
600 Emerson Street (at Sheridan Road), Evanston
It's a band of woodland fairies versus Britain's House of Lords...and the government is never the same! Justly hailed as the Gilbert & Sullivan connoisseur's favorite, this magical operetta mixes romance, satire and fantasy in a joyous romp that will charm you with its own special brand of mid-summer madness! This production is recommended for ages 8 and older. Tickets are $29-$85 (half price for those age 21 and under). For more information, please call 847-869-6300 or visit www.lightoperaworks.com.
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 Friday through Sunday,
August 22-24
Oakton Street (between Lincoln and Laramie Avenues)
Adjacent to Village Hall, Skokie
A new three-day summer tradition, Backlot Bash, is not to be missed! The Backlot Bash offers three spectacular days of fun featuring live music (including The Romantics, Lonnie Brooks, and The Shadows of Knight), an amusement park/carnival, a classic auto show, a business expo and a sidewalk sale. Backlot Bash also features fun teen activities, silent films at the Skokie Theater, and a variety of food and beverages (including a beer tent). The name "Backlot" pays tribute to downtown Skokie's history as a silent picture western back lot set between 1907 and 1915. For more information, please call 847- 674-1500 x BASH (2274) or visit www.backlotbash.com.
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Friday through Sunday, August 22-24
Henry Crown Sports Pavilion
Northwestern University
2311 North Campus Drive, Evanston (Lincoln Street at the Lakefront/East of Sheridan)
One of the country's premier fine craft shows, the American Craft Exposition (ACE) brings together 150 superior artisans exhibiting one-of-a-kind museum quality work. An annual favorite, ACE began 24 years ago and has grown into a showcase for the nation's finest craftsman. This highly competitive juried show features hand-crafted work in a variety of media including baskets, ceramics, fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper and wood. For more information, daily hours, or to purchase tickets, please call 847-570-5096 or visit www.americancraftexpo.org.
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Thursday, August 28
Maggiano's Little Italy
Westfield Old Orchard, Skokie
 Please join us at Maggiano's Little Italy from 5 to 7:30 pm for our monthly networking event. This evening gathering is a wonderful way for our partners to meet one another, share ideas and learn more about the visitor-boosting efforts of Chicago's North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau. During the event, we will be raffling off tickets to both WICKED and JERSEY BOYS,  along with special give-a-ways from Broadway in Chicago! The networking event is open to all CNSCVB partners and there is no charge to attend, but you must RSVP by Friday, August 22nd 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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Saturday, August 30
Ryan Field, Northwestern University
1501 Central Street, Evanston
It's that time of year again, and nothing is quite as exciting as Wildcat Football! To celebrate the first home game of the season (Northwestern vs. Syracuse at 11 am), the public is invited to North Shore Community Day at Ryan Field. Members of the Chicago North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau (along with their clients) can purchase end zone tickets at half price ($13 each). Tickets may be purchased by phone at 847-491-CATS (2287), in person at the Wildcat Ticket Office (1501 Central Street, Evanston) or online at NUsports.com. Use the promo code "NUNSD" to receive the discount and to include your name in the scoreboard messages that run throughout the game. Tickets must be bought in advance to take advantage of this special offer. Like all home games, come early to enjoy the pregame Fan Fest area (Wildcat Alley), featuring music, food, interactive games, giveaways, pictures with student athletes and more! Wildcat Alley opens two hours before kickoff and admission is FREE! For more information and other home games, please call the number above or visit www.nusports.com.
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Saturday and Sunday, August 30 & 31
Northbrook Court
2171 Northbrook Court, Northbrook
Northbrook Court will function as a central site for the national "UR VOTES COUNT" event being held at 150 malls in 42 states over a 6 week period. UR VOTES COUNT provides an open forum and positive platform for young teens to voice their opinions regarding the upcoming 2008 presidential election and political issues that are important to them. At Northbrook Court, teens will have an opportunity to sign a declaration of involvement to get a campaign ticket, voice their choice, and vote on a variety of issues. Placing a vote qualifies teens for instant give-a-ways and a chance to win the Grand Prize trip for two to the Presidential inauguration. UR VOTES COUNT takes place from 12 noon to 6 pm both days. For more information, please call 847-498-8161 or visit www.northbrookcourt.com
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 The Silken Tent
2300 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview
847-510-1240
The Silken Tent, the eco-chic spa named "Best Spa Experience" by Time Out Chicago is the perfect place for a personal retreat or girlfriend getaway. At this destination day spa, you can find serenity, healing body treatments and organic skincare for an hour or an entire day. The spa includes a boutique with unique eco-friendly apparel, beauty and gifts, yoga, a signature water ritual area, organic cafe, nutrition, acupuncture, nail lounge and 13 private treatment rooms, including a VIP room for couples. Owners, Sherri Stewart and Tiffany Cannon were recently recognized for their commitment to the best green products, services and building materials for their 11,000 square foot space by Skin Inc. magazine, who awarded Silken Tent "Best Green Spa" in the nation. For more information visit www.thesilkentent.com or call 847.510.1240 to make an appointment.
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