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Downtown Evanston
Events & Specials
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| Welcome to Downtown Evanston! |
Center for Independent Futures (CIF) - Open House, Mar 15
Attend CIF's Open House, March 15, 2013, 2 - 5 p.m. 1015 Davis Street! Center For Independent Futures has moved to their new home on Davis St! The new center allows space for a training room that will allow for onsite training of CIF's best practice models and philosophies that have been developed into direct suppo  rt of individuals and their families. Join them on Friday, March 15th to view the new space and enjoy some light Irish fare, joy, laughter and CIF community.
Solay Wellness Opens at 1630 Sherman Ave. Solay Wellness is about empowerment. Organic minerals and natural salt have empowered people through the ages to feel and look their best! Launched in 2004, Solay Wellness imports only the highest quality salt from sustainable sources to build their exclusive health and wellness product lines. Check out more for yourself or visit them here! For the months of March and April, enjoy 20% off! |
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Everybody's Irish on St. Patrick's Day! Visit here to see where you can celebrate in Downtown Evanston!
Jane Miller March Trunk Show - March 16 and 17
Jane Miller introduces the first of the Spring/Summer F.H. Clothing Collection! Each item of the collection is one-of-a-kind and definitely worth a look! 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. Show dates are Saturday, March 16, 10am-5pm and Sunday, March 17, noon-5pm. If show dates do not work, call (847) 733-7880 for an appointment anytime or email janemiller@rcn.com. The gallery is located at 708 Church Street, Suite 234.
Spring Equinox Yoga Nidra with Corinne Peterson at Grateful Yoga - Saturday, March 16, 4-6pm  On this midpoint between the winter and summer, we take time to honor growth, change, and new beginnings through the ancient practice of Yoga Nidra. Through this practice we relax into stillness, sensing the reawakening energy of the Earth, and connecting into a deep well-spring of joy. Everyone is welcome, beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Register here, $30.
Grateful Yoga is also pleased to present Family Yoga with Yoli (Workshops for different ages) Ages 5 and up - Sunday, March 17, 10:30-11:30a
Ages 2-4 - Sunday, April 7, 10:30a-11:30a
$25 per family; register here Join Yoli Maya Yeh, kids yoga specialist and professional goofball for this hour of playful yoga the whole family can enjoy. This class is specifically designed for kids at different developmental stages and their ageless parents/grandparents. Adults do not need to have previous yoga experience. Come play!
New Hours and Phone Number at Prana Cafe 
Prana Cafe located at 1840 Oak Ave. is now open M-F from 7:30am to 1:30pm, complete with a new menu of fresh-baked pastries and croissants as well as 5 flavors of baked empanadas and soup. Everything is made fresh on-premise from scratch.
The cafe space is also available for events and as a commercial kitchen available for hourly rental after 2pm daily Monday through Saturday and anytime on Sundays. Customers can call or text (847) 440-4527 to place an order ahead of time for pick up at a specific time.
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| Community News & Events |
EvanSTARTS Roadmap Presentation
Youth Job Center Spring Job Fair - March 28
Looking for a job? Attend the Youth Job Center's Spring Job Fair - open to everyone! Speak directly with recruiters looking to fill jobs right here in Evanston. This is a free fair to attend and is taking place at the Evanston Public Library at 1703 Orrington Ave. on Thrusday, March 28 from 1-4pm. Women Out Walking (W.O.W.) Kick-off Event - March 23 Women Out Walking (W.O.W.) is a 12 week walking program designed to encourage women in Evanston to lead healthier lifestyles and become more physically active. Using walking as the foundation, individuals and teams of women are asked to track their steps and seek to improve their activity level on a weekly basis. Attend the W.O.W. Kick-Off Event and get involved! Family Day at MIC - March 16, starting at 9am Family Day of Music: Celebrating Evanston 150. Spend your day with the Music Institute of Chicago! Begin with a morning of music including an open house for families featuring MusikgartenŽ early childhood demos, instrument "petting" zoo, student performances and special discounts on lessons and classes. Plus attend special performances all day long, full schedule here! 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/Evanston Hotel. 3-day registration is $799, use code: CMSX79530 to get $100 off a 3-day registration! REGISTER Here.Annual National Meeting of The Haiku Society of America The Haiku Society of America will host its Annual National Meeting with a symposium and cultural events in Evanston, Friday through Sunday, Sept. 27-29. Open to the public, the event's theme of contemporary haiku and its future will enlighten beginning and experienced poets. A full schedule, biographies of speakers, registration form, and instructions for hotel reservations, may be requested by email from Charlotte Digregorio, HSA Midwest Regional Coordinator, at c-books@hotmail.com, or by calling 847-881-2664. HSA's website is: www.hsa-haiku.org. Registration deadline is Aug. 21. Seating is limited. 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.
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| Awesome Deals on the APP! |
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 |
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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