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Downtown Evanston
Events & Specials
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You Are Invited to the Night of Ideas
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Come one, come all and help us turn the public library into a beehive of brainstorming!
Drop-in visioning sessions will be held throughout the building to generate Big Ideas for Evanston's future. Music, youth activities and prizes too! The Book Sale volunteers will also have a sale spotlighting materials of local interest.
Find out more at www.evanston150.org
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Ayla's 15th Anniversary Sale, May 12-14
|  Join Ayla and her Staff to celebrate Ayla's Originals' 15th Anniversary! Get 25% off PLUS an extra 15% off (in honor of 15 years) with a food donation. Donations will be given to the Interfaith Action Council of Evanston. Regular hours.
Bring a food donation to the store after the sale and Ayla will give you 10% off your purchase. Read details here |
Aging Well Conference May 13 at North Shore Hotel
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The Aging Well Conference for older adults, their families, professionals, and other caregivers will include topics such as fall prevention, grandparents raising children, advance directives, complementary medicine, and aging in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community.
Friday, May 13, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., North Shore Retirement Hotel, 1611 Chicago Ave.
The keynote speaker will be Charles Johnson, Director of the Illinois Department on Aging. Registration is free, but space is limited. Click here for more information and online registration.
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First Annual Comedy Roast of France at Bistro Bordeaux, May 26
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Bistro Bordeaux invites you to their first annual Comedy Roast of France on
May 26, as the dining room will become the stage. Enjoy local stand up comedians competing for the funniest comedic roast of France, the French and everything French! Patrons will determine the winner.
Dinner & Show is $50 per person. Seating starts at 6:30pm - Show at 7pm. Reservations required - 847.424.1483
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The Hilton Orrington Hosts Tuesday Night Entertainment with Live ClickVisionTV
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When: May 17 & Tuesdays Ongoing, 9pm - 10pm
Where: Hilton Orrington Evanston, 1710 Orrington Ave.
What: See what happens on the set of a live TV show!
Join Justin Strandlund and his crew at the Hilton Orrington as they broadcast another episode of "Nightcap with Justin Strandlund" LIVE. Up to 25 audience members may attend. There is no charge, but you must reserve a ticket.
Click to see more details and RSVP on LocalTude.
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| Wines of Alsace: Zind-Humbrecht Portfolio Tasting & Dinner |  Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.
$75/guest includes 4-course menu and 4 wine pairings (tax and gratuity additional)
Explore one of Alsace's most notable and one of Quince's favorite white wine producers of all time: Zind-Humbrecht! Chef Andy Motto and his culinary team have expertly crafted a 4-course menu inspired by these elegant white wines and influenced by the traditional cuisine of Alsace. The progression will lead guests through the nuances of varietal character and expression of Alsatian terroir following biodynamic farming principles. This is truly a dinner and tasting not to be missed. Click here for the full menu. |
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Great Live Swing Music at the Orrington Hotel Supporting a Great Cause!
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 "Dance like the Stars" as you are accompanied by an 18 piece jazz band, Friday, May 20, 2011 from 6:30-10pm at the Hilton Orrington Grand Ballroom!
Brush up or learn new steps with FREE swing dance lessons from 6:45-7:25 pm. Live music begins at 7:30 featuring the Old Men's Jazz Band. These 18 talented musicians love celebrating the big band swing traditions by playing a mix of arrangements from the best hits of the 40's to more recent numbers with a "swing attitude".
Whether you dance or not, listening to great music and mingling with spirited dancers makes for a great evening. The event includes an exciting auction, a raffle for a 32G iPad 2 (licensed by the city of Evanston), passed appetizers and a cash bar.
The Samaritan Counseling Center is excited to sponsor this event!The center provides mental health support through counseling and educational programs.Tickets are $75 in advance on-line at www.northshoresamaritan.org or $100 at the door. Call 847-446-6955 ext. 10 for more information.
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Light Opera Works Presents...Brigadoon
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 Brigadoon, June 4-12, 2011 * @ Cahn Auditorium - 600 Emerson, Evanston
As a heavenly mist caresses the highlands of Scotland, two young Americans embark on an adventure they'll never forget. The village of Brigadoon comes to life just one day every 100 years, but that's all it takes for Tommy to fall in love with the fair lassie Fiona. You'll fall in love with the lush score, including: Almost Like Being in Love, The Heather on the Hill and Waitin' for My Dearie. Click for tickets.
Further information at 847.869.6300 or www.light-opera-works.org.
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Get the Scoop on Current Deals & Discounts in the Downtown
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  No need to wait for your next Downtown Evanston E-newsletter to arrive to see what's going on in the downtown! Click to view a list of daily retail and restaurant specials! |
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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. |
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