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Announcing the first annual Wedding Walk!
Do you know someone getting married?!

Downtown Evanston announces the first annual Wedding Walk in Downtown Evanston, February 24, 2013!

Brides-to-be and their guests are invited to check out downtown Evanston and see how every element of the perfect wedding is available right here, making it THE wedding destination of the North Shore!

During this first year event, brides-to-be and their guests will walk around the downtown, stopping in at each of ten stops along the way. Come learn and explore all while finding creative inspirations for your own special day! Visit www.EvanstonBride.com for more information!  

 

All registered Brides will have the chance to win a custom wedding dress from Avail & Co. valued up to $3,000* and many other great prizes*!

*See website for restrictions. 

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Community Events
Retail & Restaurant Specials
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Community News & Events
Bottle and Bottega at Creative Coworking 

Join Bottle & Bottega for a BYOB Painting Party in The Lounge at Creative Coworking on Feb. 9, 6 - 9 p.m.!  Artist led step-by-step instruction. No experience required. Let us help you uncork your creativity! Registration required, visit here

  

  

City Hosts Free Social Media "Boot Camp" for Evanston Non-profits Feb 21 

 The City of Evanston's Citizen Engagement Division will be hosting a free "boot camp" for Evanston-based non-profit organizations designed to help them successfully employ social media tools to better communicate their message. The workshop will cover Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and social media management tools. For more information and to register, click here!



Looking for the perfect venue to host your big day? Look no further! Call the experts at the Hilton Orrington/Evanston Hotel and see how they can help make your big day even more memorable!
Call (847) 866-8700.

  

Volunteer Evanston 

2013 marks the 150th anniversary of Evanston's founding. In honor 
of Evanston's legacy of civic engagement, Volunteer Evanston encourages community members to celebrate by taking a pledge to  
help meet the community's goal of
reaching 150,000 volunteer hours in 2013. 
Music Institute of Chicago presents: Evanston Escola de Samba Carnaval Celebration! 
In conjunction with Mardi Gras, the Music Institute of Chicago presents the Evanston Escola de Samba's Carnaval Celebration for families, featuring art projects, music mini-lessons and more on February 16! Visit here for more information!    


Evanston History Center presents Evanston History 101
 

Dawes House In honor of the 150th anniversary of Evanston's incorporation in 1863, the Evanston History Center is offering an introduction to the community's history called Evanston History 101. Offered monthly throughout 2013, Evanston History 101 will feature a half-hour guided tour of Milestones and Memories, EHC's permanent exhibit of Evanston history, showcasing highlights of the exhibit from Evanston's earliest years through the present.

Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 12:30 p.m,  

call (847) 475-3410 or visit here

  

The Evanston Symphony Orchestra: "Musical Passports"! 

Slavic Favorites - and a Romanian born violinist - highlight the second destination of the Evanston Symphony Orchestra's 67th season, themed "Musical Passports." The concert is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 3 at Pick-Staiger concert hall in Evanston.

  

Featuring great pieces from the Slavic symphonic repertoire: Glinka's Russlan and Ludmilla Overture, Dvorak's Violin Concerto in A Minor and Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5 in E Minor.

Conducted by Music Director Lawrence Eckerling, the orchestra will feature violinist Irina Muresanu in the Dvorak Concerto.

  

Tickets for the March 3 concert are available in advance at www.evanstonsymphony.org, by calling 847-864-8804 or at the box office on the day of. There will also be a free and open to the public pre-concert lecture/demonstration that we call "Musical Insights"  on Friday, March 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the North Shore Retirement Hotel. 

  

The 7th Annual CMS Expo - May 14-16
Come discover new, smarter ways to make your content work for you at the 7th Annual CMS Expo at the Hilton Orrington Hotel. REGISTER Here.
Retail and Restaurant Specials

Senior Mondays at Bravo Cucina Italiana!

Join the friendly staff at Bravo Cucina Italiana! EVERY Monday night from 4-10pm for Senior Day! All Seniors over 55 enjoy 20% off!

Valid only at 1701 Maple Ave. location! (Not valid with any other discount or promotion).

  

ASHA Salonspa Valentine's Specials 

Through February 11 receive either a $20 gift certificate or a custom blended Aveda PureFume with every $100 you purchase in gift certificates from ASHA! Plus take advantage of great  package deals! 

 

Valentine's Day Specials at Nail Bar , now through Feb. 17 

Treat yourselves (or yourself) this Valentine's Day! Whether you're spending the most lovey-dovey day of the year with your one true love, or just celebrating yourself, Nail Bar's got you covered with the following packages! Oh, and don't forget the bottle of bubbly! Nail Bar is BYOB anytime!

 

"Dream Lover" Package
Get 15% OFF Manicure & Full Brazilian Wax!
$57, 60-75 min ($67 value)

"Sweethearts" Package
Come in pairs and you both save 20% on Manicure/Pedicure Combos!
$42 each, 90 min each ($52 value each)

   

Valentine's Day at Bistro Bordeaux

Bistro Bordeaux will be celebrating Valentine's day all week long from February 11 - 16! Take advantage of a pre fixe menu or order off of the regular menu, plus enjoy the dining room as it is transformed with over 200 suspended glass-encased votives flickering above! 

 

 

 

February Trunk Show at Jane Miller

Jane Miller women's clothing gallery, specializes in unique clothing & accessories created by independent designers from around the country for women who want style, comfort & simplicity. See Jane's newest offerings at her February Trunk Shows:  

Saturday, February 9th and 16th from 10am - 5pm and

Sunday, February 10th and 17th from noon -  5pm 

 

Jos A. Bank

On Tuesday February 12, 2013, Jos A. Bank is offering 60% off* almost every suit and an extra $100 off your 2nd suit*. Visit them at 1616 Sherman Ave. 

*Restrictions apply, see store for details. 

 

 Wine & Chocolate

 

WineStyles in Downtown Evanston 

For the entire month of February everything at WineStyles, located at 1741 Sherman Ave., is 25% off*!  

*Some restrictions apply, see store for details. 

 

Head Over Heels Valentine's Party at Eve J. Alfille Gallery & Studio! 

Have fun with Eve from 1-5 pm on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at the "Head Over Heels" Valentine's party at Eve J. Alfille Gallery & Studio. Eve has beautiful Valentine's jewelry- from freshwater pearl bracelets adorned with red garnets, to 18 karat gold and ruby necklaces, and everything in between. Party guests and friends who are wearing red or pink can enter our drawing to win a beautiful, one-of-a-kind Valentine's necklace designed by artist Eve J. AlfillĂ©, enjoy special recipe "Love Potion" and at 3pm Eve Alfillé will give a fascinating presentation celebrating the gemstones connected with love and gem lore: "The Magic and Passion of Romantic Gems".

  

Koi and The Forrest E. Powell Foundation invite you to a pre-show reception - Feb 9
Koi Fine Asian Cuisine & Lounge and The Forrest E. Powell Foundation invite you to a pre-show reception and presentation of The Whipping Man. Koi Fine Asian Cuisine & Lounge, located at 624 Davis St. will host a reception complete with appetizers, drinks, transportation to and from the theatre and a goody bag from Evanston merchants! Reception starts at 5:30pm and transportation will be provided to and from the 8pm performance. For ticket information and sales call (847) 492-1185.
Restaurant Week and Month in Downtown Evanston
Chicago Restaurant Week
As Chicago Restaurant Week comes to a close, be sure to indulge in delectable dishes at two participating downtown Evanston restaurants, Quince and Bistro Bordeaux!
 
Chicago's North Shore Restaurant Month
See which of your favorite downtown Evanston restaurants are offering up amazing specials for Restaurant Month 2013. Visit here for the complete list!
Mardi Gras in Downtown Evanston
Celebrate Fat Tuesday with Bennison's Bakery!
Order a brightly colored King Cake for your Mardi Gras celebration and while your at it, pick up The Original Paczki at Bennison's Bakery! King Cake is available in plain, cheese, cherry, apple and praline pecan! The Original Paczki comes in a variety of flavors, including raspberry, strawberry with whipped cream, praline chocolate mousse and more! Call (847) 328-9434 or visit them at 1000 Davis St. to place your order today!

Dixie Kitchen Mardi Gras Celebration
Enjoy a culinary trip through the American south at the Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop. Celebrate Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday with traditional dishes at Dixie Kitchen!

Mardi Gras Sale at World Market

Get everything you need for Fat Tuesday and more at World Market at 1725 Maple Ave! Everything you need to celebrate is available right now! Visit them at ... 

Awesome Deals on the 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 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.
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.