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November 21, 2007 Newsletter - Issue #18
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Volume 1, Issue 18
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 23rd, 4:45 p.m.
Western Ave. at the Depot Building, west of the railroad tracks.
In Glencoe, the holiday lights will shine bright when they're lit
this Friday. And yes, of course, Santa will be on hand!
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 23rd, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Glencoe
In Glenview, the Holiday in the Park and Parade is this weekend -
revelers can meet Santa, take a hayride, enjoy music and have some
munchies!
Holiday in the Park and Parade
Saturday, November 24th, 12 p.m.
Corner of Glenview Rd. and Church St., in downtown Glenview
What to Do
In Glencoe, one of the North Shore's most beautiful holiday
traditions kicks off this weekend with the opening of the
Wonderland Express at the Chicago Botanic Garden. This phenomenal
event begins this Friday and runs through January 6th. More than
700,000 lights will be sparkling and there's a ton of events to
enjoy, including family drop-in activities that start this weekend.
Interested in a Hanukkah Dinner at the Garden? Now's the time to
sign up - the event takes place on December 5th. It's just $28.95
for adults and $17.95 for kids 3-12. Kids 2 and under are free.
Wonderland Express
Chicago Botanic Garden
November 23 - January 6
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily (special hours on November 29 and December
24, closed Christmas Day)
1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe
Cost: Tickets are $9.50 - $12, but the event is FREE on Tuesdays.
Non-member parking costs $15. Insider Tip! Catch the weekend
trolley at the Glencoe station for $2!
Wanna Ride A Hog? Harley Davidson Chicago's Northbrook/Glenview
location is holding a Garage Party next week, just for women who
are yearning to saddle up and ride a real bike. Here's your chance
to have a glass of wine, learn a little more about the sport and
become less intimidated at the thought of climbing on a motorcycle!
Free Ladies Night Garage Party
Wednesday, November 28th, 6 - 9 p.m.
Chicago Harley-Davidson
2929 Patriot Blvd.,corner of Patriot and Willow Rd.
847.418.2929
Need a laugh? Jackie Mason is in town at Centre East in Skokie -
he'll be performing three shows this weekend at the North Shore
Center for Performing Arts - and since it's next to Old Orchard,
you can get some shopping done first, grab a bite at Billy Berk's
and then head on over to the show!
Jackie Mason
November 23 - 24
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
847.673.6300
Cost: $70 per person
Where to Eat
We're Talking Turkey! You can chow
Market Square Christmas Walk
Saturday, November 24th
Market Square, downtown Lake Forest
In Skokie, kids can catch a glimpse of Garfield the Cat this Friday
at Old Orchard Shopping Center! He'll be there to promote the
upcoming Centre East event, "Garfield's Christmas," on November 30th.
Friday, November 23rd, 12 - 2 p.m.
Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie
In Wilmette, you can start decking those halls with a stop at the
Chalet - and while you're shopping for a tree, wreaths and boughs,
let the kids visit with the reindeer - oh, and Santa, too!
The Chalet
3132 Lake Ave, Wilmette
847.256.0561
In Lake Bluff, Pasquesi Home and Garden has you covered - with
Fraser firs from 5-13 feet tall! Check out their dazzling display
of holiday goodies this season!
Pasquesi Home and Garden
975 North Shore Dr., Lake Bluff
847.615.2700
In Northbrook, Club Monaco is taking "Black Friday" to a whole new
level - they're offering 15% off ANYTHING black at the store - from
opening until 12 p.m. Check it out!
Club Monaco
Friday, November 23rd, 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Northbrook Court, lower level located near the AMC Theaters
847.272.040
In Gurnee, you can hit the mall early - and we mean early. Gurnee
Mills will open at 12 a.m. on Friday, November 23rd. Need an
incentive? The mall will be holding hourly drawings between 1 - 5
a.m. for $1,000 Simon Visa gift cards.
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Thinking about a new home theater system for the family this holiday season? Then
check out our visit with The Big Picture in
Wilmette! These pros will help you get a handle
Wilmette! These pros will help you get a handle
on what you need to bring a top-notch theater
experience into your family room!
Insider Tip of the Week
Free Valet Parking! The Glen Town Center is offering up FREE valet
parking, beginning this Friday through December 31 for all of its
guests. You can find valet parking near Bravo! Restaurant, near
Ted's Montana Grill, and in front of the Kerasotes Theaters.
Where to Go
It's the holidays and here's this weekend's action - better still,
it's all free!
In Lake Forest, the holiday tree will start to sparkle this weekend
when the switch is flipped on Friday. Come on out and enjoy the
Lake Forest High School choristers, cider, doughnuts, hot chocolate
and Santa.
Insider Tip of the Week
Free Valet Parking! The Glen Town Center is offering up FREE valet
parking, beginning this Friday through December 31 for all of its
guests. You can find valet parking near Bravo! Restaurant, near
Ted's Montana Grill, and in front of the Kerasotes Theaters.
Where to Go
It's the holidays and here's this weekend's action - better still,
it's all free!
In Lake Forest, the holiday tree will start to sparkle this weekend
when the switch is flipped on Friday. Come on out and enjoy the
Lake Forest High School choristers, cider, doughnuts, hot chocolate
and Santa.
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 23rd, 4:45 p.m.
Western Ave. at the Depot Building, west of the railroad tracks.
In Glencoe, the holiday lights will shine bright when they're lit
this Friday. And yes, of course, Santa will be on hand!
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 23rd, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Downtown Glencoe
In Glenview, the Holiday in the Park and Parade is this weekend -
revelers can meet Santa, take a hayride, enjoy music and have some
munchies!
Holiday in the Park and Parade
Saturday, November 24th, 12 p.m.
Corner of Glenview Rd. and Church St., in downtown Glenview
What to Do
In Glencoe, one of the North Shore's most beautiful holiday
traditions kicks off this weekend with the opening of the
Wonderland Express at the Chicago Botanic Garden. This phenomenal
event begins this Friday and runs through January 6th. More than
700,000 lights will be sparkling and there's a ton of events to
enjoy, including family drop-in activities that start this weekend.
Interested in a Hanukkah Dinner at the Garden? Now's the time to
sign up - the event takes place on December 5th. It's just $28.95
for adults and $17.95 for kids 3-12. Kids 2 and under are free.
Wonderland Express
Chicago Botanic Garden
November 23 - January 6
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. daily (special hours on November 29 and December
24, closed Christmas Day)
1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe
Cost: Tickets are $9.50 - $12, but the event is FREE on Tuesdays.
Non-member parking costs $15. Insider Tip! Catch the weekend
trolley at the Glencoe station for $2!
Wanna Ride A Hog? Harley Davidson Chicago's Northbrook/Glenview
location is holding a Garage Party next week, just for women who
are yearning to saddle up and ride a real bike. Here's your chance
to have a glass of wine, learn a little more about the sport and
become less intimidated at the thought of climbing on a motorcycle!
Free Ladies Night Garage Party
Wednesday, November 28th, 6 - 9 p.m.
Chicago Harley-Davidson
2929 Patriot Blvd.,corner of Patriot and Willow Rd.
847.418.2929
Need a laugh? Jackie Mason is in town at Centre East in Skokie -
he'll be performing three shows this weekend at the North Shore
Center for Performing Arts - and since it's next to Old Orchard,
you can get some shopping done first, grab a bite at Billy Berk's
and then head on over to the show!
Jackie Mason
November 23 - 24
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
847.673.6300
Cost: $70 per person
Where to Eat
We're Talking Turkey! You can chow down this Thanksgiving in Skokie, at the
new DoubleTree Chicago North Shore Hotel.
Why cook a feast when you can have it
served up to you and your family? Enjoy
the time with your loved ones by heading
the time with your loved ones by heading
out to dinner this year.
Thanksgiving Feast at the DoubleTree Hotel and Conference Center
Thursday, November 23rd, 11 a.m.
9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Cost: $39.95 for Adults, $24.95 for Children, Kids under 6 eat for free
On the web: www.chicagonorthshore.doubletree.com
Need some help matching your bird with some vino?
NorthShoreInsider.com has a great article from the folks at Cork
and Canvas in Highland Park that can point you in the right
direction.
Where to Shop
In Lake Forest, the historic Market Square shopping district is
hosting its annual Christmas Walk - a great chance to get going on
that long list of gifts you need to get!
Thursday, November 23rd, 11 a.m.
9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Cost: $39.95 for Adults, $24.95 for Children, Kids under 6 eat for free
On the web: www.chicagonorthshore.doubletree.com
Need some help matching your bird with some vino?
NorthShoreInsider.com has a great article from the folks at Cork
and Canvas in Highland Park that can point you in the right
direction.
Where to Shop
In Lake Forest, the historic Market Square shopping district is
hosting its annual Christmas Walk - a great chance to get going on
that long list of gifts you need to get!
Market Square Christmas Walk
Saturday, November 24th
Market Square, downtown Lake Forest
In Skokie, kids can catch a glimpse of Garfield the Cat this Friday
at Old Orchard Shopping Center! He'll be there to promote the
upcoming Centre East event, "Garfield's Christmas," on November 30th.
Friday, November 23rd, 12 - 2 p.m.
Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie
In Wilmette, you can start decking those halls with a stop at the
Chalet - and while you're shopping for a tree, wreaths and boughs,
let the kids visit with the reindeer - oh, and Santa, too!
The Chalet
3132 Lake Ave, Wilmette
847.256.0561
In Lake Bluff, Pasquesi Home and Garden has you covered - with
Fraser firs from 5-13 feet tall! Check out their dazzling display
of holiday goodies this season!
Pasquesi Home and Garden
975 North Shore Dr., Lake Bluff
847.615.2700
In Northbrook, Club Monaco is taking "Black Friday" to a whole new
level - they're offering 15% off ANYTHING black at the store - from
opening until 12 p.m. Check it out!
Club Monaco
Friday, November 23rd, 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Northbrook Court, lower level located near the AMC Theaters
847.272.040
In Gurnee, you can hit the mall early - and we mean early. Gurnee
Mills will open at 12 a.m. on Friday, November 23rd. Need an
incentive? The mall will be holding hourly drawings between 1 - 5
a.m. for $1,000 Simon Visa gift cards.
Gurnee Mills
Friday, November 23 at 12 a.m.
132 W Grand Ave., Gurnee
847.263.7500
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All of us here at NorthShoreInsider.com wish you and yours a Happy
Thanksgiving! Don't forget to check NorthShoreInsider.com for all
the latest deals and happenings on Chicago's North Shore!
Warmest Wishes,
Loren & the NorthShoreInsider.com Team
Friday, November 23 at 12 a.m.
132 W Grand Ave., Gurnee
847.263.7500
Get Your Offer in our Newsletter!
Drive tons of activity and sales to your business!
Contact Loren@northshoreinsider.com.
All of us here at NorthShoreInsider.com wish you and yours a Happy
Thanksgiving! Don't forget to check NorthShoreInsider.com for all
the latest deals and happenings on Chicago's North Shore!
Warmest Wishes,
Loren & the NorthShoreInsider.com Team
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