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January 24, 2008 Newsletter - Vol. 2, Issue #4
Tips and Deals You Can Use
Volume 2, Issue 4
Insider Tips of the Week
Local Getaways
Who couldn't use an inexpensive romantic getaway... right here on
the North Shore. There are a number of hotels offering super
fantastic winter rates - starting with these.
Volume 2, Issue 4
"Looking To Buy A North Shore Chicago Home,
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Local Getaways
Who couldn't use an inexpensive romantic getaway... right here on
the North Shore. There are a number of hotels offering super
fantastic winter rates - starting with these.
Found a few online here, and with places like
DoubleTree in Skokie and newly hip and swanky Hotel Orrington, both
just few blocks away from fantastic theater options, shopping and
dining!
A Is For Apple
DoubleTree in Skokie and newly hip and swanky Hotel Orrington, both
just few blocks away from fantastic theater options, shopping and
dining!
A Is For Apple
Who doesn't love their Mac, iPhone, iPod, iTouch, iShuffle...
Get the most out of your little Apple and learn new tips and tricks.
The Apple Store, with locations at Old Orchard in Skokie and
Northbrook Court in Northbrook, offer FREE one-hour workshops.
Check out Apple's web site to see class availabilities.
Where to Go
Dive Right In...
It's Time For The Dolphin Show!
This Evanston tradition started back in 1939. A group of
Northwestern students inspired to improve upon their swimming
formed The Dolphin Club. Intent on winning competitions across the
country, they turned to fund raising to support their travels,
resulting in an annual showcase around the pool.
Get this... Dolphin Show alumni include such famous names as Warren
Beatty and David Schwimmer. This year the club, in conjunction with
the Arts Alliance, presents "Carousel." Check it out!
Event: "The 66th Annual Dolphin Show presents Carousel"
Date: January 25th - February 2nd
Location: Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson Street, Northwestern
University campus, Evanston
Time: Friday and Saturday performances at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.
Cost: $10 - $25
Why Go To New Orleans For Mardi Gras... Celebrate Right Here On The
North Shore
Get crazy without going out of town - Waukegan is home this weekend
to a Mardi Gras festival!
Get the most out of your little Apple and learn new tips and tricks.
The Apple Store, with locations at Old Orchard in Skokie and
Northbrook Court in Northbrook, offer FREE one-hour workshops.
Check out Apple's web site to see class availabilities.
Where to Go
Dive Right In...
It's Time For The Dolphin Show!
This Evanston tradition started back in 1939. A group of
Northwestern students inspired to improve upon their swimming
formed The Dolphin Club. Intent on winning competitions across the
country, they turned to fund raising to support their travels,
resulting in an annual showcase around the pool.
Get this... Dolphin Show alumni include such famous names as Warren
Beatty and David Schwimmer. This year the club, in conjunction with
the Arts Alliance, presents "Carousel." Check it out!
Event: "The 66th Annual Dolphin Show presents Carousel"
Date: January 25th - February 2nd
Location: Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson Street, Northwestern
University campus, Evanston
Time: Friday and Saturday performances at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.
Cost: $10 - $25
Why Go To New Orleans For Mardi Gras... Celebrate Right Here On The
North Shore
Get crazy without going out of town - Waukegan is home this weekend
to a Mardi Gras festival!
This fundraiser supports ongoing improvements in the downtown
Waukegan business district. Enjoy a great dinner, New Orleans-style
jazz, tarot card readings and a silent auction!
Event: Waukegan Main Street "Mardi Gras"
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Waukegan Yacht Club, 199 Harbor Place, Waukegan
Time: 6 - 10 p.m.
Cost: $65 per person
Phone: 847.623.6650
Check Out These Music Makers
American Idol, Highland Park Style!
Waukegan business district. Enjoy a great dinner, New Orleans-style
jazz, tarot card readings and a silent auction!
Event: Waukegan Main Street "Mardi Gras"
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Waukegan Yacht Club, 199 Harbor Place, Waukegan
Time: 6 - 10 p.m.
Cost: $65 per person
Phone: 847.623.6650
Check Out These Music Makers
American Idol, Highland Park Style!
If your elementary-aged kid just loves to sing and put on a show,
here's their chance to get some bona fide applause - Borders will
be hosting an Open Mic Night for kindergarteners through fifth
graders this weekend in Highland Park.
Or, you can get your Beatles fix this weekend at Norton's, where
the Cavern Beat will be covering all your fave tunes by the Fab 4!
Event: Late Nite HP's "Kids Star" Open Mic Night
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Borders, 595 Central Ave., Highland Park
Time: 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Event: Cavern Beat Beatles Tribute Band
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Norton's, 1905 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Phone: 847.432.3287
Kiddie Concert Alert!
Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players are a North
Shore staple for just about any parent of a diaper-clad lad or
lassie. If you haven't had a chance to catch them live, here it is!
They'll be in Winnetka this weekend - check it out!
here's their chance to get some bona fide applause - Borders will
be hosting an Open Mic Night for kindergarteners through fifth
graders this weekend in Highland Park.
Or, you can get your Beatles fix this weekend at Norton's, where
the Cavern Beat will be covering all your fave tunes by the Fab 4!
Event: Late Nite HP's "Kids Star" Open Mic Night
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Borders, 595 Central Ave., Highland Park
Time: 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Event: Cavern Beat Beatles Tribute Band
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Norton's, 1905 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park
Time: 9:30 p.m.
Phone: 847.432.3287
Kiddie Concert Alert!
Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players are a North
Shore staple for just about any parent of a diaper-clad lad or
lassie. If you haven't had a chance to catch them live, here it is!
They'll be in Winnetka this weekend - check it out!
Event: Justin Roberts and The Not Ready for Naptime Players
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Skokie School Auditorium, 520 Glendale, Winnetka
Time: 4 p.m.
Cost: $15 at the door
What To Do
Dudes and Dudettes - Take In Some Yoga At Lululemon Athletica
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Skokie School Auditorium, 520 Glendale, Winnetka
Time: 4 p.m.
Cost: $15 at the door
What To Do
Dudes and Dudettes - Take In Some Yoga At Lululemon Athletica
For online surfers or golf fanatics, this beginners class will help
you reach your toes!
This FREE class, taught by rockstar yoga instructor, Marcy Katz,
has been customized for the inflexible body. Suitable for aspiring
yogis or those curious about what yoga is all about. This energizing,
athletic yoga flow class will include modifications for all levels.
Marcy Katz, RYT, has been practicing yoga for ten years, and was
voted Best Yoga Instructor in North Shore magazine's 2002 "Best of
the Best" issue. She teaches at Generations Yoga, 2Hot Yoga and
Pilates, and in her private studio.
Date: Sunday, January 27
Location: Northbrook Court, Lululemon Athletica
Time: 9:30-11:30 - Light Brunch Following
Cost: FREE
It May Be All In Your Head
Get off the dieting roller coaster, stop overeating and lose the
weight.
Meet Author Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, Ph.D, who will share how the
brain can be programmed to eat unhealthy food - but here's the good
news... you can rewire your brain to undo bad eating habits and
lose weight.
Based on groundbreaking scientific research, Retrain Your Brain,
Reshape Your Body outlines the only weight management program that
focuses on brain retraining as the first essential tools for weight
loss.
In just two weeks you can rewire your brain to lose weight and to
improve your health!
Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, Ph.D., is a
psychologist who has worked in the field of eating disorders for
the past 15 years. She is the director of Brain Fitness, Inc., a
division of Neurobehavioral Training Centers, with locations in and
around Chicago.
Event: Author Discussion with Georgia Andrianopoulis
Date: Sunday, January 27
Location: Barnes & Noble
Time: 3 pm
Cost: FREE
Phone: 847.914.9293
Web: storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/storedetail.do?store=2020
There's Nothing Like A Good Laugh!
Enough about the kids already - how about doing something that'll
have you in stitches?
Carol Moss and Monica McCarthy, otherwise known as The Sparkle
Sisters, will be performing next Thursday, January 31st at Wilmette
Theater. It's hysterically funny and you can enjoy a glass of wine
instead of a sippy cup!
you reach your toes!
This FREE class, taught by rockstar yoga instructor, Marcy Katz,
has been customized for the inflexible body. Suitable for aspiring
yogis or those curious about what yoga is all about. This energizing,
athletic yoga flow class will include modifications for all levels.
Marcy Katz, RYT, has been practicing yoga for ten years, and was
voted Best Yoga Instructor in North Shore magazine's 2002 "Best of
the Best" issue. She teaches at Generations Yoga, 2Hot Yoga and
Pilates, and in her private studio.
Date: Sunday, January 27
Location: Northbrook Court, Lululemon Athletica
Time: 9:30-11:30 - Light Brunch Following
Cost: FREE
It May Be All In Your Head
Get off the dieting roller coaster, stop overeating and lose the
weight.
Meet Author Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, Ph.D, who will share how the
brain can be programmed to eat unhealthy food - but here's the good
news... you can rewire your brain to undo bad eating habits and
lose weight.
Based on groundbreaking scientific research, Retrain Your Brain,
Reshape Your Body outlines the only weight management program that
focuses on brain retraining as the first essential tools for weight
loss.
In just two weeks you can rewire your brain to lose weight and to
improve your health!
Georgia D. Andrianopoulos, Ph.D., is a
psychologist who has worked in the field of eating disorders for
the past 15 years. She is the director of Brain Fitness, Inc., a
division of Neurobehavioral Training Centers, with locations in and
around Chicago.
Event: Author Discussion with Georgia Andrianopoulis
Date: Sunday, January 27
Location: Barnes & Noble
Time: 3 pm
Cost: FREE
Phone: 847.914.9293
Web: storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/storedetail.do?store=2020
There's Nothing Like A Good Laugh!
Enough about the kids already - how about doing something that'll
have you in stitches?
Carol Moss and Monica McCarthy, otherwise known as The Sparkle
Sisters, will be performing next Thursday, January 31st at Wilmette
Theater. It's hysterically funny and you can enjoy a glass of wine
instead of a sippy cup!
Event: The Sparkle Sisters
Date: Thursday, January 31st
Location: Wilmette Theatre, 1122 Central Ave., Wilmette
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $15 - $20
Phone: 847.251.7424
Web: www.sparklesistersmusic.com
Go Big Red At The Kohl Museum
Check out the newest exhibit at the Kohl Children's Museum,
"Adventures With Clifford The Big Red Dog." Toddlers through
pre-schoolers learn about their favorite canine's world while picking
up some basic life lessons.
Insider Tip: Got Older Kids, too?
Pinstripes Bowling Bocce and Bistro is a five-minute trip from the
museum, and Glen Town Center is also home to the Kerasotes Glen 10
Movie Theatre.
Date: Thursday, January 31st
Location: Wilmette Theatre, 1122 Central Ave., Wilmette
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $15 - $20
Phone: 847.251.7424
Web: www.sparklesistersmusic.com
Go Big Red At The Kohl Museum
Check out the newest exhibit at the Kohl Children's Museum,
"Adventures With Clifford The Big Red Dog." Toddlers through
pre-schoolers learn about their favorite canine's world while picking
up some basic life lessons.
Insider Tip: Got Older Kids, too?
Pinstripes Bowling Bocce and Bistro is a five-minute trip from the
museum, and Glen Town Center is also home to the Kerasotes Glen 10
Movie Theatre.
Event: "Adventures With Clifford The Big Red Dog" Exhibit
Date: Now through May 12
Location: Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: $7, $6.50 for seniors, children under 1 year old are free
Phone: 847.832.6600
Where to Shop
Snap Them Up:
Buy One, Get One Valentine's Day Photo Package at Sadie's
Buy any gold package or higher and get a second identical package
FREE! Only at Sadie's!
Date: Now through May 12
Location: Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: $7, $6.50 for seniors, children under 1 year old are free
Phone: 847.832.6600
Where to Shop
Snap Them Up:
Buy One, Get One Valentine's Day Photo Package at Sadie's
Buy any gold package or higher and get a second identical package
FREE! Only at Sadie's!
Event: Valentine's Day Picture Package
Date: Now through February 14th
Location: Sadie's
Northbrook Court
Times:
M-Th 10am-9pm
Fri 10am-9pm
Sat 10am-9pm
Sun 11am-6pm
Phone: 847.559.8960
Take a Mug Shot
We love art galleries - and here's a great reason to check out a
local one: Gallery 659 in Glencoe is hosting "Mug/Shots" this
weekend. Artwork in this exhibit is small and intimate, and comes
from more than 50 local artists, and national participants as well.
While you're there, think about that gift list you've got and see
if you can take a person or two off your "To Buy For" list!
Event: "Mug/Shots"
Date: Now through Saturday, January 26th
Location: Gallery 659, 659 Vernon Ave., Glencoe
Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 847.835.0659
Where (Or What!) To Eat
Tired Of The Same Old Breast?
Date: Now through February 14th
Location: Sadie's
Northbrook Court
Times:
M-Th 10am-9pm
Fri 10am-9pm
Sat 10am-9pm
Sun 11am-6pm
Phone: 847.559.8960
Take a Mug Shot
We love art galleries - and here's a great reason to check out a
local one: Gallery 659 in Glencoe is hosting "Mug/Shots" this
weekend. Artwork in this exhibit is small and intimate, and comes
from more than 50 local artists, and national participants as well.
While you're there, think about that gift list you've got and see
if you can take a person or two off your "To Buy For" list!
Event: "Mug/Shots"
Date: Now through Saturday, January 26th
Location: Gallery 659, 659 Vernon Ave., Glencoe
Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 847.835.0659
Where (Or What!) To Eat
Tired Of The Same Old Breast?
That got your attention - now get creative in the kitchen! Our
friends at Sunset Foods together with Kendall College, are gearing
up to teach you a few new tricks with chicken this weekend. Check
out their "Chicken Four Ways" class now!
Event: Spice up Your Life Cooking Class, Chicken Four Ways
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Sunset Foods, 825 Waukegan Rd., Lake Forest
Time: 1 and 4 p.m.
Cost: $40
To Register By Phone: 312.752.2206
By E-Mail: SpiceUp@kendall.edu
Ole! Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking dinner can be an excellent time for kids and parents to
reconnect after a long day.
Whole Foods in Deerfield has a Mexican-inspired cooking lesson for
parents and kids together! Enjoy quesadillas, guacamole, and some
kickin' Spanish rice!
friends at Sunset Foods together with Kendall College, are gearing
up to teach you a few new tricks with chicken this weekend. Check
out their "Chicken Four Ways" class now!
Event: Spice up Your Life Cooking Class, Chicken Four Ways
Date: Saturday, January 26th
Location: Sunset Foods, 825 Waukegan Rd., Lake Forest
Time: 1 and 4 p.m.
Cost: $40
To Register By Phone: 312.752.2206
By E-Mail: SpiceUp@kendall.edu
Ole! Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking dinner can be an excellent time for kids and parents to
reconnect after a long day.
Whole Foods in Deerfield has a Mexican-inspired cooking lesson for
parents and kids together! Enjoy quesadillas, guacamole, and some
kickin' Spanish rice!
Event: Family Fiesta Night
Date: Monday, January 25th
Location: Whole Food Market, 760 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Cost: $25 per parent and child
Phone: 847.444.1900
Need Some Date Night Inspiration?
Date: Monday, January 25th
Location: Whole Food Market, 760 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield
Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Cost: $25 per parent and child
Phone: 847.444.1900
Need Some Date Night Inspiration?
Pete Miller's in Evanston makes it easy on you when you're planning
a date night this weekend - they've got a dinner and a movie
package all set for you!
Enjoy a four course dinner (we're talking scallops, Arugula salad,
a yummy yummy ribeye and dessert!), wine pairings, jazz music from
the Myles Hayes Quartet and "Moonstruck" tonight!
Event: Dinner And A Movie
Date: Thursday, January 24th
Location: Pete Miller's, 1557 Sherman, Evanston
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost:$39.99 per person
Phone: 847.328.0399
To Order: Visit Pete Miller's sign up page by clicking here.
a date night this weekend - they've got a dinner and a movie
package all set for you!
Enjoy a four course dinner (we're talking scallops, Arugula salad,
a yummy yummy ribeye and dessert!), wine pairings, jazz music from
the Myles Hayes Quartet and "Moonstruck" tonight!
Event: Dinner And A Movie
Date: Thursday, January 24th
Location: Pete Miller's, 1557 Sherman, Evanston
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost:$39.99 per person
Phone: 847.328.0399
To Order: Visit Pete Miller's sign up page by clicking here.
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