March 20, 2008 Newsletter - Vol. 2, Issue #12

Celebrate Spring!

Here’s a few ideas to kick off the Spring season this weekend:

A New Find For Glorious Food – Plus a FREE Breakfast



At NorthShoreInsider, a new grocery store on the scene is
BIG news!
The Fresh Market recently opened its doors in Wilmette, and
it is fantastic.
Here’s a tip – THIS SATURDAY, catch a free breakfast while
your kids participate in an egg hunt - don’t forget your basket!

Event: Easter Egg Hunt And Breakfast
Date: Saturday, March 22nd
Location: The Fresh Market, 3232 Lake Ave., Wilmette
(Edens Plaza)
Time: 8 a.m.
Cost: none
Phone: 847.251.4261


Last Chance To Find The Eggs



No worries you haven’t missed your last chance to get to an
egg hunt, check out Skokie Park District’s own “eggstravganza”
this Saturday – They’re promising prizes and excitement!

Event: Spring Eggstravaganza
Date: Saturday, March 22nd
Location: Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton, Skokie
Time: 10:45 a.m.
Cost: none
Phone: 847.674.1500


Check Out The Spread – at the Deerfield Hyatt

Take a break from the kitchen and treat the family to a spectacular
Sunday brunch. Check out the Hyatt Deerfield for a traditional
Easter Sunday spread this weekend.



Event: Easter Day Brunch
Date: Sunday, March 23rd
Location: Hyatt Deerfield, 1750 Lake Cook Rd.
Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Adults, $36.95; Kids 5 - 12, $18.50; Kids 4 and under, none
Phone: 847.945.3400

Where to Go:

Snug As a Bug In a Rug?
Not Exactly…
Check out Fiber Artist Theo Leffmann



Fiber artist Theo Leffmann has been actively involved in the art
community for more than 30 years, and many of his pieces are
on display for the next few weeks at the Block Museum in Evanston.
Our advice? Go now – NU students are on Spring Break next week,
so campus activity and traffic should be lighter!

Event: Theo Leffmann: Weaving A Life Into Art
Date: Now through April 6th
Location: Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art, 40 Arts
Circle Drive, Evanston
Cost: none
Phone: 847.491.4000


North Shore Theater Highlight: Glencoe



Haven’t seen The Writer’s Theatre presentation of “The Turn Of
The Screw” yet?
Get going – the show run ends March 30th!
Featuring LaShawn Banks and Kymberly Mellen, this ghost tale
on stage has received great reviews from the Trib, Sun-Times and
The Daily Herald. Check it out in its cozy atmosphere – a 50-seat
theater at Books On Vernon!

Event: "The Turn Of The Screw"
Date: Now through March 30th
Location: Books On Vernon, 664 Vernon Ave., Glencoe
Time: Tuesdays/Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.; Thursdays/Fridays
at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m.; sundays at 2 and 6 p.m.
Phone: 847.242.6000
Cost: $38 - $58

Take An Art Walk



Out shopping this weekend? Enjoy an artsy experience while
you’re at it – Look to Winnetka’s store windows for “Art2” – a
display created by Winnetka community members of all ages.
Each piece is just 3”x3” and is sponsored by the Chamber of
Commerce.

Event: Winnetka Spring Art Walk
Date: Now through March 22nd
Location: Winnetka Business and Retail Districts
Time: Regular business hours

What To Do

Show Off Those Spelling Skillz!



Tired of video everything? How about some good clean – even
brain cell worthy fun!
Score! is hosting a spelling bee at the Recreation Center of
Highland Park.
All kids ages Kindergarten through 8th grade are invited to join
in – and nine winners will receive college savings bonds.
The registration deadline for the March 29th event is this weekend,
so sign up now!

Event: Score! Spelling Bee
Date: Saturday, March 29th
Location: Rec Center Of Highland Park, 1207 Park Ave. West,
Highland Park
Time: 9 a.m.
Phone: REGISTER BY MARCH 21ST – 847.564.4889
Cost: none


Get A Move On and Head To The Grove In Glenview



Not sure what “The Grove” is… its time to find out.
This week to check it out!
ost schools are out, so you can avoid the crowds and school
buses and really explore the park. At The Grove, you’ll find:

The Kennicott House, a Gothic revival built in 1856 and brilliantly
restored to its original appearance. It’s open on Sundays from
1 - 4 p.m.

The Redfield Estate, a 1929 Tudor that is an architectural gem
and available for family events such as weddings.

The Interpretive Center, a nature-focused facility that introduces
children and adults to the plants and animals that make up our
local environment. This month, staff are presenting programs on
snakes.

The Log Cabin, Schoolhouse and Native American Village
all work together to provide North Shore residents with an opportunity
to take a step back in time and learn about the daily lifestyles of
our ancestors.

Event: The Grove
Location: 1421 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
Time: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Weekends: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Phone: 847.299.6096


And then there’s Independence Grove – where
everyone (and every pooch can get some exercise)

Forest Fitness



Pick up the pace with weekly hikes to get your heart pumping
in a friendly group setting. Meet at North Bay Parking area

Event: Forest Fitness
Location: Independence Grove – Libertyville
Date: Saturday, March 22nd
Time: 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Cost: $2 ($1 for Lake County residents – per person)
No registration required
Phone: 847.367.6640


and for dogs...



Also at Independence Grove is the “Best Dog Park” and Dog
Exercise Area featuring 30 acres, wooded areas and a huge
pond for swimming and other doggie games.

A permit is required to access this Dog Exercise Area. Daily
permits can be purchased at a self-pay station located in the
parking lot at each Dog Exercise Area.

Please note that dogs are not allowed on the trails at Independence
Grove, so when entering the Des Plaines River Trail from the
Dog Exercise Area you must leash your dog and stay on the trail
at all times.

Hours are 6:30 a.m. to sunset, daily. Opens at 11 a.m. on the
first and third Thursdays of each month (shortened hours for
maintenance).

Event: Dog Fun
Location: Independence Grove – Libertyville
Date: Daily
Time: 6:30 am to sunset
Cost: Permit Required
Phone: 847.367-6640


Where to Shop

Go For The Beans



Carson Pirie Scott in Wilmette has a Doorbuster Sale
scheduled this Saturday – show up and receive a FREE
box of Jelly Belly jelly beans, and a “Peel & Win” card for
up to 30 percent off a purchase – and a chance to win a
$1,000 shopping spree!

Event: Super Sale W/Free Jelly Bellys!
Date: Saturday,MArch 22nd
Location: 3200 Lake Ave., Wilmette
Time: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Phone: 847.251.8400



Where (Or What!) To Eat

Get Your Kitchen Groove On



Whatever the reason, Whole Foods in Northbrook has an
excellent series called “Kitchen Bootcamp” – it’ll introduce
you first to all the ins and out of kitchen equipment, then
show you the basics – how to steam, saute and stew,
blanch, braise and roast!

Take one class or the entire series – but sign up now - the
required “Kitchen Equipment” class is next Monday!

Event: Kitchen Bootcamp Series
Date: March 24th - April 28th
Location: Whole Foods Northbrook, 840 Willow Rd.
Time: 6:15 - 9:30 p.m. on Mondays
Cost: $325 for series, $60 for single classes (must take
Kitchen Equipment to take any others)
Phone: 847.205.5353 Ext. 222

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