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First Northern Credit Union

 

 

Is Your Checking Free or Fee? Another service fee on your bank statement?  First Northern Credit Union can help.  Open a free Value Now Checking account before May 31, 2014 and First Northern will pay you up to $100*.  

 

Like all of our products, Value Now Checking helps you make the most of your money - without all the fees. And as always, it's backed by service that is truly focused on you.  That's the way we have been doing business for over 70 years.

 

Receive $75 when you set up Direct Deposit. Plus, you'll get another $25 when you sign up for free e-statements! Stop by our branch at 1705 Sherman Ave, call us at 888-328-8677 or visit us at www.fncu.org for complete offer details*.  Mention the code "FREE" when applying to take advantage of this great offer! 

 

 

Events at Sips on Sherman

1741 Sherman Ave. 

Taste Wine Like a Pro: White Grapes of the World Part 1 

Friday, May 23rd, 6pm 

Please join us for part 5 of 12-part series. This class will focus on White Grapes of the World. Class fills up quickly so arrive early or RSVP to hold your spot! Cost:$10

 

   

Saturday Sipping 

light-wine-pour.jpg Saturday, May 24th, 2-4pm

Guess the grape blind tasting. Prizes will be awarded! Free event! 

 

 

 

 

15th Anniversary and Ribbon Cutting Celebration for Stained Glass and The Cellar
May 15th, 5-8pm Stained Glass logo
Join Mayor Tisdahl, the Evanston Chamber of Commerce and the City of Evanston in celebrating the 15th Anniversary of the Stained Glass Winebar and The Cellar on Thursday, May 15th from 6-8pm. Celebrate all of their accomplishments, fine food, drinks and service throughout the past 15 years.


 

Foie Gras Festival at Bistro Bordeaux

May 12 - 18

Foie Gras is a delicacy served for special occasions and holidays in France. Enjoy a four-course Foie Gras dinner for $59 per person (excluding taxes and tip) at Bistro Bordeaux

 

Events throughout the festival include:

  • Meet and greet with special guest author, Mark Caro, discuss foie gras and politics on May 18th at 6pm. Mark will discuss how a 5,000 year old delicacy inspired one of the fiercest food fights ever. This is a free event to attend.
  • Learn to cook with foie gras - May 17th, 10am. Join a class taught by executive chef Aaron Brockwell and learn the many different ways of preparation! Cost is $49 per person - includes class and foie gras tasting. 

 

 

 

 

Sushi and Sake Party at Sips on Sherman
Friday, May 16th, 6 - 9pm 

 

$20 per person  (Availability limited)
Koi Fine Asian Cuisine and Lounge will partner with Sips on Sherman,

located at 1741 Sherman Ave. in Evanston, for a special Sushi and Sake Party!

Perfect for date night, guests will enjoy sake tastings paired with fresh sushi provided by Koi!
Tickets can be purchased HERE.

 

 

Northwestern's Block Cinema requests your feedback  

The Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art, is conducting a survey of Northwestern's Block Cinema to assess how well it is serving the community and to think strategically about its future programming. Block leadership would like to have your perspective on the Block Cinema's current programming so that they can engage residents of Evanston and surrounding communities, businesses, and visitors in relevant and meaningful ways.

Here is a link to the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/blockcinema 

This brief survey will take approximately 5 - 7 minutes to complete.Survey participants have the option of receiving two free passes to the Block Cinema as a token of our appreciation.

Your thoughtful response is greatly appreciated. It will help the Cinema better serve you and the community in the future.  If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Change Management at 847-467-0651.

 

May Days at Minuteman Press

Take advantage of May deals designed to grow roots for your business! Call 847- 866-9777 or visit them at 1553 Sherman Ave. 

  • Carlson Craft Invitations  - Personalized Wedding & Social Stationary - 15% off
  • 500 Brochures - 8.5x11 Trifold  - $169
  • 500 Flyers - $139
  • Banners, Posters and Signs - Large format vinyl, paper, PVC, foamcore and coroplast - 15% off

 

Introducing NextChapter Evanston!

NextChapter

We are pleased to introduce "NextChapter Evanston," a virtual information center designed to nurture Evanston's freelance, solopreneur and home-based businesses at their earliest stage of development. 

NextChapter supports emerging businesses by offering free business workshops, mentorships and networking events. View upcoming events and connect with NextChapter Evanston. 

Mother's Day in Downtown Evanston!

 

ASHA Salonspa, 1604 Sherman Ave.

847-475-9300
Give Mom the gift of pure relaxation from ASHA Salonspa!

With the purchase of every $100 in gift certificates, receive a $20 gift certificate or an Aveda Custom Blended Perfume! Plus take advantage of these amazing Mother's Day Deals for Mom:

  • Spa Mama: Elemental Facial & 60 Minute Asha Massage, $180
  • Stress Relief: Stress-fix 60 Minute Massage & Stress-fix Pedicure, $155
  • Mommy-To-Be: Expectant Mother Massage & Got That Glow Facial, $200
  • Pamper Her: 60 minute Asha massage, Elemental Nature Facial, Hydrating manicure and pedicure and fresh talent blow dry & style, $305  
  • Two's Company: 60 minute Asha couples massage and pedicure, $292
  • Mr. Mom: Gentleman's facial and road warrior massage, $190
  • Perfectly Polished: Fresh talent haircut, Asha manicure and pedicure, $110

PLUS, take 20% off luxury spa packages when you experience them Monday-Friday. 

 

Egea Spa, 1521 Sherman Ave.

847-332-2772

Take 15% off any online gift card over $100. Limit $500 per customer. Offer expires 5/11/2014.

 

 

Bottle and Bottega, 1016 Davis St.

847-905-9177 

 

Mother's Day Painting Party & Brunch

Sunday, May 11, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join us for a special Painting Party to celebrate Mother's Day!  Enjoy a delectable brunch buffet from Blind Faith Cafe and BYOB mimosas too - we'll supply the orange juice, you supply the bubbly! Then sip while our artist guides you and your mom step by step how to paint your masterpiece. wine-sm.jpg

 

Moms & Mimosas Painting Party

Sunday, May 11, 2 - 5 p.m.

Join us at our BYOB studio for a special Painting Party to celebrate Mother's Day!  Ticket price includes step-by-step artist instruction, paint supplies, aprons and a 16x20 take-home canvas! Plus, for those of you in a Mimosa Mood, you BYO Champagne and we'll supply the OJ.

 

 

Evanston History Center, 225 Greenwood St.

847-475-340

Dawes HouseJoin us in celebrating 39 years of Evanston history and architecture on the Annual Mother's Day House Walk. Houses will be open from 12-5 pm. House Walk tickets are $40 in advance; $45 each on Mother's Day. Children 12 and older require a ticket.

 

 

 

 

Rach B Jewelry, 1604 Chicago Ave.

rachel@shoprachb.com

Design your own custom i.d. stamped necklaces - perfect for Mother's Day or graduation gifts! They can represent your partner, child(ren) or your own initials. How simply sweet to wear this as your everyday necklace! Also shop the newest collection as well as best selling styles online at www.etsy.com/shop/RachBJewelry or by appointment at the design studio 1604 Chicago Ave. Suite 13-14 by emailing Rachel@ShopRachB.com.

 

 

Koi Fine Asian Cuisine and Lounge, 624 Davis St.

847-866-6969 

Treat Mom to Koi Fine Asian Cuisine and Lounge's Dim Sum Brunch! A la carte brunch begins at 10:30am. For reservations, call (847) 866-6969 

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Farmhouse, 703 Church St.

847-492-1554 

Treat Mom to Farmhouse's Sunday Brunch starting at 10am. Reservations recommended, call (847) 492-1554  

 

 

Celtic Knot Public House, 626 Church St.

847-864-1679

Please join us on Mother's Day for Breakfast or Lunch (11 am-4 pm) featuring our delicious new brunch menu. Also, Special Mother's Day Afternoon Tea from 2 pm-4 pm. Reservations strongly recommended.

 

 

Found Kitchen and Social House, 1631 Chicago Ave.

847-868-8945

nullWE LOVE MOMS! Bring your mother to for a four course, shared plate feast inspired by our mothers' cooking Sunday, May 11th 12pm to 6pm. $42 for adults, $18 for kids 12 and under, kids under 5 eat free.

 

 

 

Pete Miller's Seafood & Prime Steak, 1557 Sherman Ave.

847-328-0399

Mother's Day Brunch featuring carving station, seafood station, breakfast, lunch and more. $44.99 Adults, $14.99 children. Plus live jazz.

 

 

Quince at The Homestead, 1625 Hinman Ave.

847-570-8400 

Enjoy Mother's Day favorites such as the Smoked Salmon Crepe with lemon creme friache and the ever popular Steak Benedict at Quince's Mother's Day Brunch. A 3-course brunch is served from 10am - 2pm. Adults: $40, Kids: $15. RSVP at (847) 570-8400.  

 

 

Chef'spancakes.jpg Station, 915 Davis St.

847-570-9821

Show Mom just how special she is by treating her to Chef's Station's exquisite 3-course Mother's Day menu! $38 per person. 

    

Davis Street Fishmarket, 501 Davis St.

847-869-3474 

Celebrate Mother's Day with a Brunch Buffet, Sunday, May 12 at Davis Street Fishmarket. Brunch will be from 10am until 2:30pm. Cost is $39.95 per adult. Children 10 and under can enjoy items from the kids' menu for $5.95 per child. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 847-869-3474 or online here. 

 

 

Bravo Cucina Italiana, 1701 Maple Ave.

847-733-0917  

Treat Mom to brunch at Bravo Cucina Italiana, a la carte brunch will be served starting at 11am! Call (847) 733-0917 to make your reservation!  

 

Mt. Everest Restaurant, 630 Church St.

847-491-1069 

Treat your mother to a taste of the himalayas at Mt. Everest Restaurant with a special Lunch Buffet and Dinner! Please make reservations to guarantee your table, call (847) 491-1069. 

 

 

Bistro Bordeaux, 618 Church St.

847-424-1483 

Bistro foodEnjoy an authentic French dining experience unlike any other! Bistro Bordeaux will be serving brunch starting at 10:30am! Call (847) 424-1483.

      

 

 

 

Creperie Saint Germain, 1512 Sherman Ave.

847-859-2647 

Choose from a wide selection of sweet and savory crepes at Creperie Saint Germain! They will offer their a la carte menu starting at 10:30am. Call (847) 859-2647.  

Whole Foods Market, 1640 Chicago Ave.
847-733-1600
Whole Foods hosts a Homemade and Heartfelt Mother's Day Fair on Saturday, May 10th, 10am - 1pm! Discover inspiration for great ways to delight Mom with Mother's Day meals, treats and gifts! Enjoy live demonstrations by Stacy Stowers, author of Eat Raw, Not Cooked! and Reps from VitaMix performance Blenders!

Title Nine, 816.5 Church St.
847-328-9009
Take 15% off all full priced items for Mom, now through May 11th at Title Nine Evanston!


27 Live, 1012 Church St.
855-927-5483
Mama, I'm Coming Home Mother's Day Brunch! Treat Mom to a brunch she won't soon forget, take her to 27 Live! Call 855-927-5483 for reservations and then call your mother!


Pick up the perfect accompaniment to any lunch, dinner or gift...flowers! Fresh flowers and arrangements are available at the following downtown Evanston locations: 
     

 

Flowers Flowers, 1110 Davis St., (847) 328-7110

Ixia Flowers, 1630 Chicago Ave., (847) 332-1020

Saville Flowers, 1714 Sherman Ave., (847) 864-0632

Whole Foods Market, 1640 Chicago Ave., (847) 733-1600

Bloom 3 Floral Boutique, 1503 Chicago Ave., (847) 424-0003

 

Welcome to the Neighborhood!

 

LYFE Kitchen brings its concept of deliciously good eating to Evanston!

Trend-Setting, Lifestyle Restaurant Officially Opens May 20, 2014  

 

In a town increasingly known for its culture of foodies and families, it only makes sense that one of the nation's hottest - and most unique - restaurant chains would find its way to Evanston. LYFE Kitchen, grounded in the philosophy that great tasting food can and should be good for you, the environment and the community, has made its mark on the 'good food movement' with the menu chock full of innovative and unexpected fresh food combinations. 

 

The Evanston location, opening May 20, at 1603 Orrington Avenue (at the corner of Davis and Orrington), follows the first Chicagoland opening in River North last fall. 

 

LYFE Kitchen offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, and each dish is made to order. The menu boasts a variety of signature baked and grilled chicken, fish and beef dishes, along with gluten-free, vegetarian, omnivore and vegan options. The restaurant also works with local farmers and suppliers to provide the freshest, most local, organic and seasonal products possible.

 

LYFE Kitchen Evanston is open daily from 8 a.m. until 9:30 p.m., for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Visit www.lyfekitchen.com.
Community News



The Downtown Evanston Farmer's Market is back!
May 10th - November 8th

In 2014, the Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market will celebrate its 39th year. The market will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday from May 10 through November 8. The market has a festive atmosphere and is a real crowd-pleaser! As many as 51 vendors sell a wide variety of goods each week, including fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, eggs and bakery items. LINK cards are accepted and reusable bags are sold on site. Please note that dogs are not allowed at the market (with an exception for service animals). New vendors interested in applying to sell their goods at the market should contact Myra Gorman for an application, at 847-448-8045, after Feb. 19.

Location:
Intersection of University Place and Oak Ave (behind Hilton Garden Inn, east of East Railroad Ave).


Views From the Porch: Women in the Workplace, Then and Now
May 17th, 11:30am
Frances Willard House, 1730 Chicago Ave.

Frances Willard was an early supporter of women in the workplace. She advocated for equal rights and fair treatment across the board. So over 100 years later... Are Women Faring Any Better Today?

Glen Madeja, Executive Director of the FWHA will give a historical overview from Willard's perspective with commentary from today's business world offered by Martha Watterson and Kevin Mott of Edward Jones Investments.

Join us for the presentation including lunch and tour, 11:30am-1pm. Seating is limited. For information on other upcoming news and events, visit franceswillardhouse.org.
   


35th Annual Fountain Square Arts Festival

CALLING ALL LOCAL ARTISTS! The Evanston Chamber of Commerce is offering a special discount to local artists to participate in this year's Fountain Square Arts Festival in downtown Evanston! Festival dates are Saturday and Sunday, June 28th & 29th, 10am - 6pm.


The sprawling art extravaganza is held at the intersections of Sherman Ave. and Church St., just steps from Fountain Square! This is the North Shore's oldest, juried fine arts fair and attracts more than 40,000 visitors throughout the weekend!

Artist who reside in Evanston and neighboring Skokie, Lincolnwood and Wilmette will receive a special 25% discount for a 10 x 10 foot booth for the weekend (discounted cost is $300 versus the regular $400).

Interested local artists can find and download an application from www.chicagoevents.com or call Joe Persfull at (773) 584-6642.
Awesome Deals on the Downtown Evanston Mobile 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.
Who's Hiring in downtown Evanston?

 

LYFE Begins Soon in Downtown Evanston!

Coming this Spring to 1603 Orrington Avenue

  

LYFE Kitchen is conducting Open Interviews for ALL POSITIONS starting Tuesday, April 1st including Management, Front of House (cashier, barista, dining room specialist, LYFE Ambassador) and Back of House (sanitation specialist/dish, prep cooks, line cooks, lead cooks, pantry).

 

Open interviews held Tuesday-Saturday from 9am-7pm inside Orrington Plaza, 1603 Orrington Avenue Suite 604.

 

For additional information please contact Matthew Modleski at MModleski@L3HG.com

 

 

Crossroads Trading Co., 1730 Sherman Ave.

 

(847) 864-9803 

Crossroads Trading Co. is currently hiring for both part-time and full-time positions. Applicants can come into the store to fill out an application, or can apply through our website (under the Careers/Job Listings section).

 

 

 

  

Gigi Bottega Evanston, 612 Davis St.

 

(847) 425-5158 

Gigi Bottega in Downtown Evanston is seeking a part time sales associate/stylist! We are a local women's clothing boutique offering everyday couture to the contemporary woman of all ages. We specialize in on trend wearable clothing at an affordable price point. Our focus is to provide an inviting experience to our loyal customers looking to find the latest fashion trends in clothing, accessories, handbags, and shoes that are one of a kind.

We are specifically looking for a highly motivated, outgoing, customer service and sales oriented candidate to join our team. Fashionable with a knowledge of designer labels, styles, and trends is a must! We offer flexible schedules, excellent benefits such as an employee discount, competitive hourly pay, and a fun casual work environment!

 

 

 

Unicorn Cafe, 1723 Sherman Ave. 

 

The Unicorn Cafe is looking for a part time barista to join our dynamic team.  Please have weekend and Summer availability.  Email resume and a bit about yourself to: unicorncafe@gmail.com 

 



Country Financial, 1015 Davis St.

 

 

Country Financial is an established and growing insurance and financial services company

interested in individuals who reside in the North Shore and surrounding areas! Click here to learn more about an exciting job opportunity and then visit their website to apply online!  

 

 

 

World of Beer - Evanston, 1601 Sherman Ave.

 

Have a passion for Craft Beer? Dedicated to hospitality? Ready to pair awesome food with great beer?  World of Beer- Evanston is looking for a few good people!  Now hiring talented and enthusiast individuals to spread WOB Culture one beer at a time! Please visit http://wobusa.com/Locations/Evanston/Employment.aspx and stop by WOB- Evanston with your completed application and resume Monday through Thursday between 1:00PM - 4:00PM. We are looking forward to building our team!
 
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.