Thursday, August 23, 2012   

Businesses Remain Open During the Church Street Improvement Project

The Church Street improvement project is moving along, work along the south side of Church street is expected to be completed Aug 31. The City of Evanston has contracted improvements on Church Street from Ridge Avenue to Chicago Avenue. The scope of work includes streetscape and street resurfacing work in this section of Church Street from Ridge Avenue to Chicago Avenue. The streetscape will be extended on Orrington Avenue from Church Street south to mid- block on the east side. For more information, click here.    

Businesses along this stretch of Church Street are open during construction

Evanston Burger War 2012

 Everyone loves burgers, but summertime seems to be peak burger weather, so what's your favorite yum on a bun? The Evanston Chamber of Commerce is giving you a chance to vote for your favorite beginning August 15.  

• Bat 17, 1709 Benson Ave.  
• Bar Louie, 1520 Sherman Ave
• Buffalo Wild Wings, 1741 Maple Ave.
• Bravo, 1701 Maple Ave.
• Celtic Knot, 626 Church St. 
• Dixie Kitchen, 825 Church St.
• Edzo's Burger Shop, 1571 Sherman Ave.
• The Globe Cafe, 1710 Orrington Ave. 
• Hilton Garden Inn, American Grill, 1818 Maple Ave.
• Tommy Nevin's, 1450 Sherman Ave. 

Bring Julius Meinl to Downtown Evanston!

Celtic Knot Public House

Join Celtic Knot every Tuesday for a weekly non-traditional Irish music session with Gus and friends. Enjoy great food, drink and live music. As always, no cover!

Now We're Cookin' - Food Business 101 

Now We're Cookin' is pleased to announce the next session of its innovative Food Business 101  training program for aspiring food entrepreneurs. Funded in part by a Grant from the City of Evanston, this 6 week program focuses specifically on the challenges of innovating and launching a business in the food sector. Combining classroom sessions with online coursework, volume production training and  access to food entrepreneurs and resources, this comprehensive program gives business owners the jump-start they need to launch a successful enterprise.

Applications are now being accepted for the Fall 2012 program. Interested parties can contact info@nwcookin.com.

Gallery Night 2012 - August 23, 5:30pm 

Young Professionals of Evanston presents Gallery Night 2012! Join us for a trolley tour of local art galleries. Stops include Creative Coworking, the Block Museum, Evanston Art Center and Evanston Print & Paper. The trolley will depart from Creative Coworking at 922 Davis Street at 6:15pm. Tickets are $10 for members and $20 for non-members. For more details, visit here or email Angela at angela@creativecoworking.com.  

American Craft Exposition - August 24 - 26
One of the nation's premiere craft expositions, the American Craft Expo, will take place at the Henry Crown Sports Pavilion (2379 N. Sheridan Rd.) at Northwestern University August 24 - 26. The exposition features only nationally known artisans displaying unique fiber arts, sculptures and jewelry. Find time and ticket information here!

CommUNITY Picnic - August 26
Enjoy an afternoon in the park with free food, games, activities and entertainment!

The 2012 CommUNITY Picnic will take place from noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 26 in Ingraham Park, located west of the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Avenue.

Admission is free. Bring the whole family for hours of entertainment, fun activities, free food and giveaways!

 

 

Family Fun Day at McGaw YMCA - September 8

Become a family of rock stars! The School of Rock is coming to teach and play at our annual Family Fun Day. Join the McGaw YMCA on September 8 at Centennial Park in Evanston (on the Lakefront between Church and University Pl.) for games, music, snacks, crafts for the entire family starting at 2:00 PM. In the event of rain, Family Fun Day will be held at the McGaw YMCA. In the evening, dads and their kids can pitch a tent and spend the night meeting other families and telling stories around the fire.

 

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.

Taste of Armenia - August 26 at St. James Armenian Church - 816 Clark St. 

The Taste of Armenia serves up charcoal-grilled kebabs and homemade specialties! Few can resist the delicious pastries and steaming cups of coffee. The festival includes a full day of cultural offerings drawn from across the country, and local Armenian bands play music for line dancing all afternoon! Come out and enjoy a festival with something for people of all ages! 

Faces of Evanston - Through August 31

Faces of Evanston is brought to you by the Kiwanis Club to help showcase the beauty, kindness and character of our city. Evanston is a magical place where one never feels alone. There is an energy and sense of purpose that resonates from the streets and buildings; in its people, coffee shops, learning institutions and well educated population. It is through the power of video and photography that we hope to capture and share our interpretation, creating a vision for the future for ourselves and for the larger World. Please take the time this summer and help capture the "Simplicity" of Evanston, and submit your entries to Faces of Evanston. Selection criteria and submission information here. 

1604 Sherman Ave.

(847) 475-9300 

The Asha Salon Spa Collection has challenging and exciting opportunities for all SalonSpa positions. Offering a competitive compensation structure, excellent benefits, and continuing education that will keep you at the forefront of the industry.

Hiring...Estheticians, Nail Technicians and Stylists/Colorists. Contact Iva at iva@ashasalonspa.com or call (847) 475-9300.  

1608 Sherman Ave.
(847) 905-0236
Hiring...Part Time Stylists &