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Don't Miss these Upcoming Events
from Vinic Wine and Quince!
This coming Thursday, October 14th @ 6:30 pm Vinic Wine is hosting VineJoy Distribution to introduce the Sans Liege Wines to the Chicago Market, just $10 a head to taste some stellar tiny batch wines before they are all gone!
 AND on Thursday, October 28th @ 6:30pm at Quince Restaurant we will be showcasing the Grgich Hills Estate Wines and three courses chosen to seamlessly pair with the wines, all for $70 per person - food, wine, tax and tip is included!
To reserve call 847.733.7000
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"The Streets of Evanston"
Thursday, October 14
@ 7:00pm
 The Streets of Evanston," a presentation by historian Janet Messenger, author of The Streets of Evanston. Janet takes us on a journey through the history of Evanston's streets, reveals the stories, curious facts, and fascinating tales of the city's routes.
Janet Messenger has been researching Evanston history for years and writing about it since 2001 when she began a monthly column in the Evanston RoudTable called "Once Upon a Time in Evanston." As the title suggests, she turns history into articles that read like stories.
A book signing will follow the presentation. copies of "the Streets of Evanston" will be on sale at the event. Admission: $5 (EHC Members Free)
Reservations Recommended! (847) 475-3410 or email Jenny Thompson
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2010 Design Evanston Awards October 14, 2010, 5:30 p.m.
Music Institute of Chicago 1490 Chicago Avenue
Join the Evanston community in honoring the best of projects that enhance the quality of our built environment. Click for more event information.
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Give a Beloved Book
Help Becky and Me Toys give the book GOOD NIGHT MOON to every baby in the Special Infant Care Unit at Evanston Hospital. You can purchase a book for $ 8.99 or donate any amount of money towards a book/books at Becky & Me Toys (620 Grove Street, 847-492-1030). Please do so by November 15!
The project is done in partnership with the Northshore University Healthcare Associate Board.
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Community Yoga Class
Tuesdays ongoing, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Clear your mind and heal your body without breaking the bank. With their new by-donation community class, Grateful Yoga hopes to make yoga more accessible to those with a tighter budget. Pay what you can. ($10 suggested donation.) All donations will go directly to the teacher, Eliza Hoffman.
All levels welcome!
Grateful Yoga
1108 Davis St.
847.849.1810
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Stepping Out on Faith
Consignment Shop
Celebrates their One-Year Anniversary!
This Friday, October 15 - Sunday, October 17
Enjoy 20% savings Storewide!
Stepping Out on Faith
1632 Orrington Ave.
847.733.0980
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October is National Arts & Humanities Month, and Evanston joins communities nationwide in celebrating the arts and recognizing the many ways that arts and culture enhance our lives.
From art in downtown storefront windows, to lectures, book discussions, performances, exhibits, and artist open studios, there's sure to be something of interest to everyone during this month-long celebration of the arts and humanities. Read more and view schedule.
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Think Pink Drinks
Through Sunday, October 31, 2010 In support of National Breast Cancer Awareness month, Pensiero Ristorante is featuring a collection of Historic Cocktails inspired by, named for, or created by famous women. During the entire month of October, $1 from each cocktail ordered from this list, will be given to Breast Cancer Network of Strength (formerly Y-ME) in honor of two women, Susan Rosenberg, Melissa Pure's best friend who lost her battle with this disease and Loraine Pure, Margarita Inn Owner Michael Pure's mother, who is alive today because of new treatments being funded everyday by people just like you.
Remember you have an entire month to help make a difference!
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Snapshot EvanstonOctober 21, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.@ Evanston Civic Center, 2100 Ridge
The Evanston Community Foundation's Leadership Evanston Program is offering a one-day "snapshot" orientation to the community. Snapshot Evanston is designed to give local residents and Evanston-based employees a broader knowledge of the community and its issues.
By the end of the exciting day, participants have a first hand picture of how Evanston works and its strengths and challenges. The program includes an overview of Evanston history, a bus tour highlighting important trends and developments, and panel discussion with distinguished Evanston leaders.
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The Evanston Symphony Orchestra's 65th anniversary season is one to celebrate. In addition to our fabulous opening concert, enjoy Beethoven's 9th Symphony with the North Shore Choral Society and Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue with Music Director, Maestro Lawrence Eckerling, conducting and playing the piano solo.
Click here for further information & to purchase tickets
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Positive Sum Fall Coupon Book
For sale at the Downtown Evanston office:
820 Davis St., Suite 151
847.866.6319
Click here to see the amazing offers from Evanston Businesses!
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Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market
Saturdays through November 6
7:30am-1:00pm
Voted Best Suburban Farmers' Market
by Chicago Magazine, August, 2010
 Enjoy the bounty of Midwest farmers every Saturday through November 6! For 35 years, the Evanston Farmers' Market has been a crowd-pleaser with 30+ vendors who sell fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, milk, eggs and bakery items. The Market has a festive atmosphere as the air is filled with various musicians from the Evanston community. Read more about special events at the market and What's New in 2010! Location: University Place and Oak Ave.
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Suite 151
Evanston, IL 60201
847.866.6319
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