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Downtown Evanston
Events & Specials
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Holiday Party and Ribbon Cutting at ATI Physical Therapy - Thursday
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Join Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl, the Downtown Evanston Board of Directors, the Evanston Chamber of Commerce and staff in celebrating the ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, December 8 at 5:00 p.m. for downtown Evanston's newest clinic, ATI Physical Therapy.
All are invited to attend the celebration at 805 Davis Street. In addition, the public is invited to a holiday party from 4:30pm-6:30pm which will include clinician demonstrations, appetizers, drinks and a raffle prize.
Patients of ATI can enjoy state-of-the art equipment, a motivating atmosphere, and personalized care. The clinic features complimentary injury screenings, new appointments within 48 hours, free parking, and transportation services for those with medical need.
ATI Physical Therapy is open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and by appointment on Saturdays. To make an appointment, please call 847-864-1535 or visit www.atipt.com.
ATI Physical Therapy
805 Davis St.
(847) 864-1535
www.atipt.com
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The Perfect Gift This Holiday! |
The Downtown Evanston Gift Card is accepted at over 120 Downtown Evanston businesses. It is a great gift for friends and family, students and teachers. The card can be loaded with any amount desired between $5 and $500. Easy to purchase, easy to use!
Finish your holiday shopping early! Click here for more information. 
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Holiday Shopping Party at Adeline's Room - December 7
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Just For Mom!
Leave the little ones at home, mingle with other moms and
get a little holiday shopping done on your own with a glass of champagne in your hand!
Hors d'oeuvres and sweets will also be on hand for that extra
boost of holiday shopping energy!
Wednesday, December 7th from 6:30-9:00pm
As a special holiday bonus, everything will be 20% off!
Adeline's Room
602 Davis St.
(847) 859-2312 |
See Santa this Saturday, December 10
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Anniversary Celebration at Quince December 7 & 8
|  Come join Quince on December 7th, and 8th as they embrace a celebration of five delicious years of exquisite cuisine! Chef Motto will be showing off his masterful talent as you indulge in a special four-course Prix Fixe for $50, with a quince-flavored keepsake to top off the evening. The a la Carte menu will also be available. Reservations appreciated. The Quince staff look forward to celebrating with you! * Dinner service 5pm until 10pm.
Quince at The Homestead
1625 Hinman Ave.
(847) 475-3300
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Evanston Green Drinks & Vinic Wine Company Networking and Wine Tasting Event - Dec. 13
|  Join Evanston Green Drinks and Vinic Wine Company for a tasting of environmentally friendly wines! When: December 13th, 7 - 9 pm Where: Vinic Wine Company - 1509 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL What: Wine Tasting, networking and holiday celebration! Relax, mingle and enjoy some delicious eco-friendly wines as you ease into the holiday season! Entrance Ticket: $ 8.00 per person including tasting of 3 eco-friendly wines from around the world. Space is limited to 40 people. Hurry up, buy your ticket(s) here! |
Afternoon Tea at The Margarita European Inn
|  Afternoon Tea is usually offered the third weekend of each month, Friday through Sunday. But for the holiday season, Pensiero and the Margarita European Inn will be serving tea every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through the New Year. Tea is enjoyed in the Grand Parlor of the Margarita European Inn. This afternoon treat features assorted mini sandwiches, scones and fruit bread accompanied by strawberry preserves, lemon curd and double Devon cream for $24 per person. Tea is served from 1 to 4 PM. Margarita European Inn1566 Oak Ave (847) 869-2273 |
Upcoming December Events at WineStyles
| Saturday, December 10, beginning at 1pm
Holiday Trunk Show and Wine Tasting
Come join us for great wines and a special trunk show featuring our guests Alexia and Terry! Wines will be open to accompany your shopping, for free of course!
Alexia Vondrak began Alexia Designs in 2007. Alexia designs jewelry incorporating colorful, unique beads and beautiful stones. Her handmade limited edition pieces range in style from elegant and sophisticated to fun and funky. Terry Gomien started CoGoGlass in 2007 and has perfected her fused glass craft on everyday wearable art pieces like glass belt buckles and everyday usable art like cheese platters. She uses a wide array of color combinations and her work is vibrant and lively.
Sunday, December 18, All Day
The Shop-a-holic's Holiday Tasting
The mad dash to finish Holiday Shopping is upon us, but fear not; WineStyles is here to replace that feeling of last-minute panic with visions of sugarplums... meaning that we've got wine open all day to take the edge off. 
Join us as we serve up some Holiday favorites we think will put the holiday spring back in your step! And who cares that those springy steps can't walk a straight line! Bottles will be open All Day.
Thursday, December 29, 6 - 8pm
The Last Tasting of 2011
Where has the time gone?! It's almost 2012 at this point! Tonight we put 2011 into the history books.
Join us as we officially say, "so long" to the year of Japan Disasters, the Casey Anthony Trial, the Royal Wedding, Occupying Various Streets and the Penn State Scandal. Plus, a Justin Bieber Paternity Suit (...didn't see THAT one coming), Kim Kardashian's 72 Day Union (totally predicted that one). 2012, you'd better bring it!
We'll have wines open to help us Wash Away and Ring In at the same time.
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| Andersoville Galleria Holiday Pop-Up Store Open | |
A store filled with hand-made, unique gifts all created by local artists.
Visit before December 31st!
1636 Orrington Ave.
773-878-8570
Click here to read more... |
Winter Solstice Class at Grateful Yoga
|  The Still Point: A Winter Solstice Restorative Practice
Date: Wednesday, December 21, 7-8:30p With: Nick and Lela Where: Grateful Yoga, 1108 Davis St, Evanston Cost: $20 We will use long-held restorative postures, breathing practices and meditation to harmonize with the stillpoint of the celestial year. In the quiet dark, we can let go of the past year, and prepare the ground for new growth. Combine this class with our our New Year's Day Sankalpa workshop and save $5. Register at www.gratefulyoga.com/pay-online. |
Grand Chanukah Lighting & Celebration - December 22
|  Evanston's civic, business, and Jewish communities will come together to light the 10-foot Menorah on Thursday, December 22 from 5:30pm - 6:00pm at Fountain Square (intersection of Davis St., Sherman Ave. and Orrington Ave.).
Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl will offer greetings and help in lighting the Menorah. The entire community is invited to the ceremony, when we join together to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and freedom of conscience over oppression. Musical entertainment will be provided. Refreshments will be served. Click here or call (847) 869-8060 for more information!
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Kwanzaa Celebration at Fountain Square - December 27
|  Join your friends and neighbors in celebrating the first day of Kwanzaa at Fountain Square (intersection of Davis St., Sherman Ave. and Orringotn Ave.), right in the heart of downtown Evanston on Tuesday, December 27 at 1:00pm. There will be music, songs and the traditional lighting of the Kinara and recitation of principles. For more information, please call (847) 448-8254 or click here for more information! |
The Two or More Ministry's Holiday Bazaar - Throughout December
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Marie Miklaszewski along with her Beach Stone Jewelry collection has been invited to be one of the highlighted jewelry artists at "The Two or More Ministry's Holiday Bazaar". The Bazaar will be held throughout the month of December, from now until December 24, 2011 at 922 Davis St.
Marie will be showcasing her collection on several dates throughout this time period. She will be at the 922 Davis St. location from Noon - 9pm on:
Saturday, December 10
Wednesday, December 14
Saturday, December 17 and
Tuesday, December 20
A portion of the sales will be donated to The American Cancer Society! To contact Marie and see more of her one-of-a-kind kewelry, visit www.shorelinefairy.com or email her at marie@shorelinefairy.com.
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Acupuncture at Chirpractic First
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From now until January 31, 2012, Chiropractic First is offering a 45-minute acupuncture treatment with foot massage for $29 (one-treatment only, one per person). Regular value is $90, no cash value. Call Heather Sullivan, L.Ac, to make an appointment today!
Chiropractic First
1609A Chicago Ave
(224) 440-7373
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Annual Holiday Food & Toy Drive sponsored by Mayor Tisdahl and Local Community Organizations
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Passport to Downtown Evanston App
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Click to download
the Passport to Downtown Evanston App!
The Passport to Downtown Evanston App is a great way to take advantage of all that downtown Evanston has to offer. With over 80 participating businesses, there is sure to be something for everyone. Enjoy exciting discounts and special offers from local businesses for FREE! All you have to do is download the Passport to Downtown Evanston App to your iPhone or Android powered mobile phone.
Recent Deals
Enjoy 10% off purchase before tax at Greek Fire Grill with your Downtown Evanston Android/iPhone app
Enjoy $1 off any Original or Power smoothie at Jamba Juice when you use your Downtown Evanston Android/iPhone app
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Downtown Evanston Visitor Information Center
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Make Downtown Evanston your one stop shop for visitor information. Whether it's information for out-of-town guests, or a long time resident, Downtown Evanston has all of the answers. While your there be sure to pick up a Downtown Evanston Gift Card now available at over 120 participating shopping, dining, and service businesses. Visit Downtown Evanston at 820 Davis St, Suite 151 |
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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