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Friday, May 18, 2012   


Downtown Evanston
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Community Events
Encores at Piven Theatre Workshop - April 26 - May 20

Joyce Piven returns to direct a multi-generational cast of artists she has mentored and trained over the last several decades. For production details and ticket information, visit here

 

Downtown Farmers Market - Every Saturday Through November  

Official hours of the Downtown Evanston Farmers Market are 7:30am to 1pm behind the Hilton Garden Inn. Shoppers can enjoy fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, cheese, milk, eggs, flavored oils, pasta, and bakery items, as well as flowers and plants. Free parking is available in the adjacent city parking garage at 1800 Maple Ave.

   

Evanston Green Ball - May 18 

The inaugural Evanston Green Ball will be presented on Friday, May 18 by the Evanston Environmental Association and the City of Evanston. This first time event will be a festive evening of fabulous food, drinks and live music designed to keep the ball rolling at the Evanston Ecology Center. Event info here.  


Creative Coworking Hosts Workshops by Communication Central - May 23 

Creative CoworkingThinking of making a career change or launching a website? Take the opportunity to learn about making the move when Communication Central brings two experienced colleagues to Creative Coworking in downtown Evanston! Attend forums on Websites that Work For You, Career Successes in 12 Easy Steps and Getting Started as a Freelancer. Event info here

 

Memorial Day Celebration - May 28, 10am 

Evanston American Legion Post 42 will host a community reflection and ceremony honoring America's fallen heroes. The annual Memorial Day ceremony will be held at Fountain Square - Veterans Memorial Plaza. In keeping with the time-honored traditions of past ceremonies, there will be non-denominational reflections, singing and remarks by the leaders of local veterans groups. Evanston leaders will offer their thoughts and perspectives on Memorial Day and its meaning. Event info here!    

 

Ten Thousand Ripples Public Art Project - Meetings May 29

Attend one of the meetings to learn more about an exciting public art and peace project! Evanston is one of the ten Chicago area neighborhoods involved in this exciting project. The plan is to place beautiful Buddha head sculptures in ten locations throughout Evanston! Visit here for more information! 

 

Chicago Northshore Kinetics Open House - June 2, 3 - 6pm 

The dust has settled on the newly expanded space at Chicago Northshore Kinetics! To mark the milestone, clients, friends, and the community are invited to an open house! Enjoy light refreshments, giveaways and demonstrations! Plus, first-time clients can take advantage of special offers! If you have any questions, feel free to give the studio a call at (847) 866-9655.

Retail & Restaurant Specials and Events
Ann Taylor LOFT - May 19
Take 30% off everything all day long at Ann Taylor Loft at1614 Sherman Avenue during the Now Style Event! In addition to spectacular savings, get a FREE summer tote with any $75 or more purchase AND enter to win a shopping spree! Check in store or call (847) 424-9142 for more specials!

Spanish Wine Dinner at Quince -  May 30
Attend a 4-course Dinner at Quince! Enjoy four scrumptious course, each accompanied with the perfect Spanish wine! For reservations and information click here

 

 

Take advantage of special deals from J. Antou Salon!

Enjoy a 1 hour facial, 1 hour massage and Spa Manicure and Pedicure all for $120! Tahe advantage of 20% off your services, $35 Aveda Single Color (No style) and an Aveda Concepts Pedicure for $25. Contact J. Antou Salon at (847) 328-6877 for more information and to schedule your appointment!

 

Sunday Brunch at Pensiero
Pensiero Ristorante has new hours! Now open Fridays and Saturdays from 5:00pm-10:00pm and offering brunch on Sundays from 10:00am-2:00pm. Brunch will be a 3-course prix fixe (with choices) served for $35/person. View the brunch menu here or visit www.PensieroItalian.com. 

Sonus Hearing Care Professionals - Month of May 

May is better Speech and Hearing month! Do you or someone you know suffer from hearing loss? If so we invite you to schedule a FREE hearing screening and/or a FREE hearing aid clean and check. Call Sonus Hearing Care Professionals today at (847) 328-5180 to schedule your Free consultation with your local Sonus hearing care expert!

Now Hiring!
Hot Mama  
1608 Sherman Ave.
(847) 905-0236
Hiring...Part Time Stylists &
Inventory Specialist. Apply in store or visit here.

Ann Taylor LOFT

1614 Sherman Ave.
(847) 424-9142

Hiring...Store Associate - Apply in store or visit here.     

  

Illinois workNet Center - Job Resource Center
Located on the 3rd floor of the Evanston Public Library, Illinois workNet Center offers many resources for job seekers! Take advantage of Career Coaching, Computer Workshops, Computers for Job Search Needs and much more!


Passport to Downtown Evanston App
App wide

 

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 90 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 a free dessert at Chef's Station when you use your Downtown Evanston Android/iPhone app.

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

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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.