February 14, 2008 Newsletter - Vol. 2, Issue #7

 

Guys - if you want to be creative and still want to give flowers -
go for something original.  Think orchids, a beautiful flowering
plant or even a forcing bulb...this gift will last longer than roses
and will earn you big points for taste with a touch of class. 

Smith & Hawkins
Second Street (Next To Michael's)
Highland Park


Just because you may not want to get her the Spa day, or do the massage
thing, you can still make her feel pampered without racking your
brain - head over to Sephora.

They have tons of fun packages for her skin, body, face and of
course to keep her smelling delicious too.

Sephora
Old Orchard
847-329-1494
Northbrook Court
847.714.0505


Something sweet and special for your honey or the kids...

Stop into any FoodStuffs or Sunset Foods for a beautiful sugar cookie.

Food Stuffs in Lake Forest, Glencoe, Glenview, Evanston
Sunset Foods in Lake Forest, Highland Park and Northbrook


Video Of The Week

Invest Smart!

Want to make sound decisions with your money and lean on the
experts? Start with the basics!

Dr. David Podber of Coe Financial shares a few sage tips on how to
invest your hard-earned money here. Check it out!


Insider Tips Of The Week

Catch A Northwestern University Concert Online!

With the weather what it is - getting motivated to brave it and
find Kojak parking can be a drag.

Here's how you can listen to your concert and cuddle too. 
Simply visit pickstaiger.com and check out their live broadcasts.

It's free and just a download away.

(Psst...there's one tonight - check out the Paris Conservatoire
with the NU saxophones!)


Does Your Teen Want A Summer Job?

Glenview Park District is hiring now for its summer season staff -
summer camp counselors, lifeguards, concession staff, parks crew
and the golf course beverage cart positions are up for grabs!

Get an application online here.

Where to Go

So You're Not A Latin Lover...
You Can Still Appreciate Flamenco!

Watch the pros in action - the Paco Peña Flamenco Dance Company is
performing this Monday evening in Evanston.

Event: Paco Peña Flamenco Dance Company
Date: Monday, February 18th
Location: Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, Evanston
Time:  7:30 p.m.
Cost: $12 - $32
Phone: 847.491.5441


Walk and Wine

 

Head to Libertyville this weekend for their "Let's Wine About
Winter" event! The downtown business district will host a
progressive wine tasting and art festival - simply strut your stuff
from one store to the next, where a different drink and a variety
of artists and musicians will be on hand!

Event: "Let's Wine About Winter"
Date: Saturday, February 16th
Location: downtown Libertyville
Time: 1 - 5 p.m.
Cost: $5
Phone: 847.680.0336


Jazz Up Your (Next) Weekend

Normally, we offer up this weekend's activities, but this event one
so popular and sells out FAST, so we here's the advance notice!
Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest sponsors a Cabin Fever Jazz
program that brings in top notch musical entertainment - this
weekend is already sold out, so get your tickets NOW for the
February 24th program featuring Spider Saloff!
 
Event: Cabin Fever Jazz Concert, "Spider Saloff's Berlin in SWINGtime"
Date: Sunday, February 24th
Location: Gorton Community Center, 400 E. Illinois, Lake Forest
Time: 4 p.m.
Cost: $20 ($25 at the door) $10 for students
Phone: 847.234.6060


Nothing Like Nature, This Time -- Skokie Style

There are lots nature centers on the North Shore and this week
we're highlighting the Emily Oaks Nature Center in Skokie!

Check out the great wintertime opportunities to help your kids
unplug... relax and recharge at the special "Kids Only" fireside
event at the center.

Event: Kids Only (Ages 8 - 11) - Winter Is Wonderful!
Date: Friday, February 15th
Location: Emily Oaks Nature Center, 4650 Brummel, Skokie
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: $7 resident, $8.75 non-resident
Phone: 847.674.1500 (ext. 2500)

For adults, this weekend, the center will explore ancient Japanese
poetic forms and the aesthetic principles connected to nature.

Event: "Poetry In Winter"
Date: Saturday, February 16th
Location: Emily Oaks Nature Center, 4650 Brummel, Skokie
Time: 10 a.m.
Cost: $14 resident, $18 non-resident
Phone: 847.674.1500 (x. 2500)


What To Do

Burn baby burn...


Any exercise guru knows that cross-country skiing is one of THE
best and most effective calorie burners around. Plus, it's a low impact,
big time total results body workout - and it's fun!

Sportsman's Country Club in Northbrook offers rental skis and
groomed cross-country skiing or snowshoeing paths! A six- to
eight-inch snowfall base is required (and given our recent snowfall, quite
possible!). For more information call the golf shop at the number below.

Event: Cross-Country skiing
Date: ongoing
Location: 3535 Dundee Rd., Northbrook
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Phone: 847.291.2351 (Ext. 3)


Oh, BTW... There's No School On Monday

Catch one of our very own Saturday morning cartoon childhood
favorites, "Schoolhouse Rock," live on stage in Winnetka!

Event: "Schoolhouse Rock Live"
Date: Monday, February 18th
Location: Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Cost: $5


Beach & Buffet

 

Air out your shorts at the Sundance Saloon in Waukegan. There's a
"Pirates Over 40" party this weekend, with a buffet and tropical
rock on the agenda. The best part? They're daring you to come
decked out in your best beach threads!

Event: "Pirates Over 40"
Date: Saturday, February 16th
Location: Sundance Saloon, 300 Lakehurst, Waukegan
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: $7
Phone: 847.887.0858 (after 5 p.m.)


Starry, Starry Night

Catch the night sky with your sweetie or even your own budding
starlet... Heller Nature Center in Highland Park has an awesome and
FREE opportunity Friday night to learn just a little bit more about
the winter night sky. Staff will help you find the moon, stars and
Saturn!

Call ahead to pre-register. (Note: If the sky isn't clear, the
event will be cancelled.)

Event: Night Sky Viewing
Date: Friday, February 15th
Location: Heller Nature Center, 2821 Ridge Rd., Highland Park
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
Phone: 847.433.6901


Where to Shop

Missing That Eye For Fashion?

Then maybe you should try out a trunk show! It's an exclusive
chance to see what top designers are bringing to the stores during
the upcoming season (and frankly, couldn't we all use a little
spring fling?). Frances Heffernan has two upcoming shows
to check out: One Girl Who B. Chynll, and Bogner!

Event: Frances Heffernan -Frannie trunk shows
Date: February 15-16, and February 20-22
Location: 808-810 Elm, Winnetka
Time: Regular store hours
Phone: 847.446.2112


Youth Is NOT Wasted On The Young!

We have NEVER met anyone who wants to look old and frumpy.
Seriously - you can grow older gracefully, but you don't need to
LOOK older than you actually are, right? Help is on its way!

Style expert Charla Krupp, whose book, "How Not To Look Old: Fast and
Effortless Ways to Look 10 Years Younger, 10 Pounds Lighter, 10
Times Better" is a New York Times bestseller, will be at
Bloomingdale's Old Orchard location this weekend to dish out a few
great tips! Call NOW to reserve a space!

Event: Charla Krupp cosmetics event
Date: Saturday, February 16th
Location: Bloomingdale's, Westfield Old Orchard, Skokie (corner of
Old Orchard Rd. and Waukegan Rd.)
Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Phone: 847.568.6535


Gotta Love These Classes!

Here's our shopping recommendation this week - head straight to
Whole Foods in Northbrook for your groceries, then stick around for
a couple of great classes! The first is just for new moms - "Body
After Baby" event, which will teach you how to stretch your way
back into shape. What's really cool is the individual attention
you'll receive, as they custom design a routine just for your needs!

Event: Body After Baby
Date: Wednesday, February 20th
Location: Whole Foods Market, 840 Willow Rd., Northbrook
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Phone: 847.205.5353


And...since you're no longer pregnant, why not enjoy a glass of
wine? Whole Foods has expanded it's popular "Friday Nights@Five
Wine Tastings" to Wednesdays! Chef Isabel is ready to show you how
to pair particular wines with great food for a fantastic dinner
experience!

Event: Wine Tasting Wednesdays
Date: Wednesday, February 20th
Location: Whole Foods Market, 840 Willow Rd., Northbrook
Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Cost: $25
Phone: 847.205.5353


Where (Or What!) To Eat

Need A Quick Valentine's Dish?

Sure, Lou Malnati's has got that heart-shaped Valentine's deep dish
on tap - but if you're in the mood to be a bit adventurous, why not
give Pizano's a whirl? Oprah says it's the best pizza in Chicago,
and it's first suburban location just opened in Glenview. Order up
their heart-shaped version and pick it up on the way home from work
tonight!

Location: 1808 N. Waukegan (corner of Waukegan and Chestnut), Glenview
Phone: 847.486.1777
Web: www.pizanoschicago.com


You Can Do It!

Tired of eating someone else's pie? Learn to make it yourself!
Now We're Cookin' in Evanston has a class this Sunday during which
you'll learn how to prepare pizza dough (whole wheat, too!), white
and red sauce toppings, vegetarian options and even how to make a
dessert pizza.

Event: "Mama Mia-Pizza Pizza!" cooking class
Date: Sunday, February 17th
Location: Now We're Cookin', 1601 Payne St., Unit C, Evanston
Time: 3 - 6 p.m.
Cost: $65
Phone: 847.570.4140
Web: www.nwcookin.com


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