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Wednesday, December 23, 2010
Downtown Evanston
Events & Specials
Happy Holidays!


Happy Holidays from the Staff at Downtown Evanston!

Carolyn, Sherry and Laura
Looking for a last minute gift idea? Gift the gift of Downtown Evanston!
Gift CardThe Downtown Evanston gift card is a prepaid option which can be redeemed for dining, goods and services at 115 participating downtown Evanston businesses.


Our office will be open Christmas Eve 9am-1pm for gift card purchases!

Click to view list as a directory with address and phone.

 

Purchasers of the gift card will also receive a "Passport to Downtown Evanston" featuring valuable offers from businesses that welcome the gift card.

Gift cards may be purchased Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., at the Downtown Evanston office at 820 Davis St., suite 151; and Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First Bank and Trust at 820 Church St. The card is available in denominations from $5 to $500 and can be purchased with Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
In This Issue
Seasons Greetings from Downtown Evanston!
Give the gift of Downtown Evanston
FREE holiday parking through January 1
The Art & Science of gift giving
What's open Christmas Eve/Day
New Year's Events & Specials
Hilton Orrington offers holiday deals
Enjoy Tea Service at Pensiero
Prudential Rubloff Clothing Drive
Join Our Mailing List!
Quick Links
FREE holiday parking continues through January 1
FREE parking is available in the City's three downtown self-park garages at Sherman Plaza, Maple Avenue and Church Street along with Lot 60 located at 1234 Chicago Avenue for the month of December.


Hours of free parking are weekdays after 5 p.m. to midnight and all day on Saturdays. As always, Sundays are free.

Art & Science makes holiday shopping easy!
Art   Science logoHoliday Shopping is a No-Brainer! 
Shop Art + Science  Salon For You and a Gift.
Purchase any 3 Full Size Products And Receive a 20.00 Gift Card.
Purchase a 100.00 Gift Card And Receive a 20.00 Gift Card.


Art + Science * 811 Church St. * 847.864.4247
www.artandsciencesalon.com
Places that are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day!
Looking to get out of the house over the holidays?  Click to take a look at some of the downtown Evanston restaurants that are open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day...
Ring in the New Years with these Downtown Evanston Events & Specials!

From five-course meals to kids parties to romantic overnight  hotel stays, there's something for all ages to enjoy in celebration of 2011!
Click here to view New Year's events and specials. Check back often as we will be adding to the list!
Put your out-of-town guests up at the Hilton Orrington/Evanston with some GREAT rates!

Orrington Holiday rates
 
Enjoy Tea Service at Pensiero Ristorante througout the holiday season!
Pensiero Tea Service
In the spirit of the holiday season, Pensiero Ristorante invites you to join them for holiday tea served each Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoon through January 2, in the Grand Parlor of the Margarita European Inn. Enjoy a traditional English Afternoon Tea, complete with finger sandwiches, scones, pastries, and of course, tea.  Set in the vintage charm of the hotel amidst beautiful Edwardian decor and a roaring fireplace, this is an ideal place to gather with family and friends. Historic cocktails and wine will available as well.

There are several seatings per day from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Each seating lasts approximately an hour and a half and reservations are recommended. Afternoon Tea is priced at $19 per person (not including tax and gratuity). To make reservations, please call Pensiero Ristorante at 847.475.7779. Click for more information and Tea dates.
Prudential Rubloff Winter Clothing Drive through January 10, 2011

Winter coats

Prudential Rubloff Evanston invites you to help them reach out to our community by donating new and gently-worn warm weather clothing. Drop-offs can be made at their office at Sherman Plaza, 1620 Sherman Ave., Suite A. Office hours are Mon-Fri:  9am-5:30pm, Sat: 9-5pm, Sun: 10-4pm.

Donation pick-ups can be arranged on a limited basis by calling 847-512-2700. Items are hand delivered to local charities with which their Realtors are involved, including the Deacon's Closet at the First Presbyterian Church of Evanston.

The 2009 Winter Clothing Drive collected nearly 2,000 items. Please help this project continue its success.  The need is always great! 

Pivot Point Academy Open House, Saturday, January 15, 10am - 1:30pm
Pivot Point
Attend our open house and see why a Pivot Point cosmetology education is right for you.
 
* Learn about our cosmetology and esthetics programs
* Discover exclusive Pivot Point educational opportunities and career path
* Hear testimonials from current students and much more!
 
Attend to learn more.
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Who is Downtown Evanston?
Downtown Evanston provides marketing and management services to the downtown Evanston Illinois district and is a 501(c) (6) non-profit corporation.  The district that Downtown Evanston is responsible for is the Special Service Area 4 (SSA4), Illinois' equivalent of a Business Improvement District (BID). Established in 1987,  Downtown Evanston is governed by a Board of Directors and works in partnership with the city of Evanston.