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Downtown Evanston
Events & Specials
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| Welcome to Downtown Evanston! | Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Wheel and Sprocket
Join Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl, Alderman Don Wilson (4th Ward), Downtown Evanston Board of Directors and staff to join in celebrating the opening of Wheel & Sprocket at 1027 Davis Street on Thursday, March 28th at 5:00 pm. The reception will include staff members from the City of Evanston and the Evanston Chamber of Commerce. Stop by to tour the remodeled space, attend presentations, and enjoy light snacks and drinks. Any bike purchase now through Sunday will receive a free Silver Level Service Package Upgrade ($50 value) and includes unlimited minor adjustments and free off-season tune-ups for 3 years!
Solay Wellness Opens at 1613 Sherman Ave.
Solay Wellness will be celebrating their grand opening and ribbon cutting with Mayor Tisdahl, Downtown Evanston staff and city staff on April 11 at 5pm! Stop in and help welcome them to the community.
Learn more about their natural salt lamps by stopping in or visit them here! For the months of March and April, enjoy 20% off!
The Andersonville Galleria will be opening a second permanent location in downtown Evanston at 1627 Sherman Ave. The shop opens on March 29 and will include a wide array of original art and unique gifts all in one location. Products include handmade jewelry, apparel and local fashion, hats & scarves, handbags, bath and body, home accessories, candles, ornaments, gourmet treats, fine art prints, paintings, photography, fair trade, and much more! The grand opening celebration will take place April 12th from 5:00pm-8:00pm
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Easter Brunch Specials in Downtown Evanston
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 Have you made plans for Easter Brunch on Sunday, March 31 yet? If not, Downtown Evanston has a wide assortment of available Easter brunches to choose from! Visit here to plan your Sunday brunch in downtown Evanston!
The Globe Café at the Hilton Orrington/Evanston Hotel
1710 Orrington Ave.
(847) 866-8700
Grand Easter Brunch Buffet; Choose from a hot buffet, carving station, breakfast station and more! Plus, enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne starting at noon and live musical entertainment. 11am - 2:30pm; Adults - $37, Seniors - $30, Children 5-10 - $15.
Bistro Bordeaux 
618 Church St.
(847) 424-1483
Enjoy a French Easter with friends and family! Bistro Bordeaux will be serving their regular brunch menu from 10am - 1:30pm! Quince at the Homestead
1625 Hinman Ave.
(847) 570-8400
Join Quince at the Homestead for Easter brunch from 10am - 2pm. $40 per adult / $20 per child. Bunny Brunch at Bravo Cucina Italiana (Saturday, March 30)
1701 Maple Ave.
(847) 733-0917
Beginning at 10am, enjoy a plated brunch, fun activities for the kids and family photos with the Easter bunny! Don't Forget your camera! Adults $11.95, Children $5.95. 
Pete Miller's Jazz Brunch
1557 Sherman Ave.
(847) 328-0399
Enjoy live jazz from Linda Solotaire during Easter brunch. You'll have your choice of omelets, seafood, waffles, pasta, salad and more! Adults $39.99, Children 5 - 10 $12.99. Chef's Station
915 Davis St.
(847) 570-9821
Join us on Easter Sunday during our special holiday hours from 12 - 7pm. We have a special menu from 12 - 4pm and our regular menu from 4 - 7pm. $40 per person. Davis Street Fishmarket
501 Davis St.
(847) 869-3474
Choose from more than 30 seafood and carving station items with full breakfast options. Make your reservations early, 10:30AM - 3PM.
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Retail and Restaurant Specials
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Malbec Madness at WineStyles - March 29
Mark your calendars for Friday, March 29th. WineStyles will have everything Malbec open, including a brut rose, late harvest, and port. Also, enjoy a small plate of chocolate for $5. be sure to visit them at 1741 Sherman Ave. Upcoming Classes at Grateul Yoga
Special Class on Easter
Join Lela on Sunday, March 31 from 10-11:30a for a special twisting practice that focuses on "spring cleaning" the body and mind. Pre-Registration required- use a class card or drop-in. 8:30a Level 1 and 12:30p Prenatal are canceled that day. Visit here to RSVP. Grateful Yoga is located at 1108 Davis St.
Introduction to Pranayama and Meditation  , Register here. Thursdays, 6:30-7:30p, April 4-18 (and May 2-16)
In this series, we will explore some of the fundamental skills that support a successful meditation practice. By the last session, participants will learn a coherent set of pranayama and meditations from the ParaYoga® tradition. April's focus will be on heart-centered techniques.
Saturday, April 6, 2-4pm
In this workshop we will explore in theory and practice the Sat Kriya, or Six Cleansing Practices. We will cover in detail Neti, the nasal salt water wash. Please bring your own Neti pot (found easily at Whole Foods)
Family Unity Through Yoga (Age 2+)
Sunday, April 7, 10:30-11:30a, Register here.
Join Yoli Maya Yeh, kids yoga specialist and professional goofball, for this hour of playful yoga the whole family can enjoy. Suitable for kids age 2+ and their ageless parents/grandparents. Adults do not need to have previous yoga experience. Space is limited - please register in advance!
Spring Clean Your Rings at Eve's - April 6 
Spring Clean Your Rings at Eve J. Alfille Gallery & Studio, at 623 Grove St. On Saturday April 6th from Noon-5pm. Your rings are faithful companions, time to give them their own Spring cleaning! Bring your rings into the gallery for a complimentary cleaning and enjoy a glass of wine while you wait. Williams Next Door and Alpha Chi Omega sorority will be teaming up at Williams Next Door, 706 Church St., to raise money for a local Evanston women's shelter, Mary Lou's Place. Ice cream and beverages will be served! A portion of all proceeds will go towards helping these women get back on their feet. As women, let's band together and show what we can do! Ayla's Originals Feed the Hungry! This Passover and Easter, Feed the Hungry at Ayla's Origionals. Through Saturday, March 30, if you bring in a non-perishable food donation to Ayla's Originals at 1511 Sherman Ave., for the Interfaith Action of Evanston, you will receive 20% off your purchase. 
Chef Kenny will showcase new recipes and creations for lucky diners at the sushi bar, this unique eight-course tasting menu will feature the freshest sushi in artful presentations paired with featured wines and sake for $45 per person.
For $20, guests will learn how to create some of Koi's signature martinis, along with some special new creations perfect for the spring season. There will also be samples of martinis and hors d'oeuerves, plus participants will receive a $10 gift certificate for future use.
Learn to roll sushi! For $15 per person, guests will learn how to create a California Maki, Spicy Tuna Maki, and Vegetable Maki. There will also be a cash bar. |
| Community News & Events |
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. 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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