If you hold a special place in your heart for....chocolate, this package is for you! Two CNSCVB Preferred Partners have teamed up to offer a special overnight package perfect for a sweet getaway. With overnight accommodations for up to 4 guests, they have created the perfect chocolate experience. This $139 package includes a warm-blended chocolate fondue for 4 at Ethel's Chocolate Lounge at Westfield Old Orchard and overnight at the nearby Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago North Shore. Click here to book your getaway.
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February 26, 1-3pm
Dawes House, 225 Greenwood St.
Evanston Historical Society celebrates the opening of the new exhibit, "Milestones and Memories: An Exhibit of Evanston History". Be among the first to explore the museum's exciting new hands-on exhibit about Evanston, the first exhibit in fifty years devoted to sharing an overview of the history of the city of Evanston. Nationally acclaimed storyteller Marilyn Price of Evanston will present stories illustrating Evanston history. Known for her impish sense of humor, Price uses handcrafted puppets and original scripts to illustrate history and lore. Tickets are $1 per person, and $5 maximum per family. Reservations are not required. Call 847-475-3410 or visit www.evanstonhistorical.org.
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McCormick Blvd. between Touhy and Dempster, Skokie
A spectacular new sculpture, Shadow, has been installed at the Northshore Sculpture Park in Skokie. Created by award-winning artist Lucy Slivinski, Shadow is a large scale swallow's nest in a basket form which was made by using a variety of industrial materials including chains, steel wire, concrete, sisal and glass. The Northshore Sculpture Park showcases over 70 large-scale works of art throughout two miles of landscaped riverbank and combines outdoor recreation with the aesthetic and intellectual enjoyment of fine art. For more information, please call 847-679-4265 or visit www.sculpturepark.org.
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Wednesday, February 15 - Noon
Duron Studio Photography
4710 W. Oakton, Skokie
Lunch is on us! All CNSCVB partners are invited to attend the February networking event, which takes place at Duron Studio Photography in Skokie on Wednesday, February 15th at 12:00 noon. This is a perfect opportunity to meet other Bureau partners and learn more about the important work of Chicago's North Shore CVB. There is no cost to attend the lunch, but you must register in advance. Please contact Jennifer Williams (CNSCVB Sales Manager) at jwilliams@cnscvb.com or call 847-763-0011 x 22 to make your reservation. Parking is located in the rear of the building.
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February 28 - March 5
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
This critically acclaimed new play, written and performed by the Obie Award-winning creator of "The Vagina Monologues", explores the many intricacies of the rest of the female body. Through personal anecdotes and first-hand interviews with women around the world, Ensler examines how we truly feel about food, our bodies and ourselves. With this provocative, hilarious and profoundly moving show, Ensler has successfully created yet another astoundingly insightful and extraordinary evening of entertainment. Tickets range from $41 - $46. For more information, call 847-673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.
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February 10 - 19
Northwestern University
Ethel M. Barber Theatre
30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston
Northwestern University presents "Candide, A Musical Comedy", featuring composer Leonard Bernstein's operetta-flavored score, show-stopping arias and timely political issues. Based on Voltaire's "Candide," a wicked 18th century satire on the then-prevailing philosophy of optimism, this dark musical comedy follows the story of the young and innocent hero, Candide, who along with his friends, survive a string of misfortunes and disastrous adventures, while continuing their optimistic search for the best of all possible worlds. Tickets are $25 for the general public, $22 for seniors and Northwestern faculty/staff, and $10 for students. For more information, please call 847-491-7282 or visit www.communication.northwestern.edu.
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707 Church Street, Evanston
February means FUN at Evanston's Flat Top Grill with two signature events. First up is Super Bowl Sundae (Sunday, February 5th). Women are invited to ditch the guys and stir up some girlfriend fun! Every woman will receive her choice of a FREE dessert with the purchase of a stir fry including the famous Chocolate Storm, the smooth Peanut Butter Pie, the delectable Warm Apple Crisp or the zesty Key Lime Pie. On February 14th, guests are invited to enjoy their Valentine's dinner by candlelight. Nine years ago, on Valentine's Day, the Chicago location (and all other stores on the block) lost power. While other restaurants were forced to close, Flat Top Grill (which cooked with gas grills), remained open! Guests enjoyed it so much that it's become an annual tradition. For reservations, call 847-570-0100 or visit www.flattopgrill.com.
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February 22-24 - Hilton Springfield
Many not-for-profit and municipalities receive Illinois Matching Grant funds for brochure printing and advertising. Come to the Illinois Governor's Conference on Tourism and you're your peers in the tourism industry and find out how to access these funds. The Conference is a vital industry event showcases the up-to-date trends for the travel and tourism industry and is a great place to network with tourism professionals. This year, the conference will be held in Springfield from February 22-24. A visit to the new Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will be part of the scheduled activities. For more information, please call Patrick Snyder of Visit Illinois at 312-658-1047 or visit www.iltourismconference.org.
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February 11 - 12
Noon to 4:00 p.m.
The Wilmette, Northfield, and Winnetka Chambers of Commerce are pleased to present the 4th Annual Home, Health & Garden Show on February 11th and 12th at the Northfield Community Center. This much anticipated event features a variety of displays including home improvement, custom design, landscaping, health, and leisure activities. Attendees will also receive advice on restoration, remodeling, interior design, accessorizing and financing. Karl Gates, a nationally recognized antique appraiser, will also be on hand to appraise your items. Parking and admission are free. Refreshments will be available. For more information, please call the Wilmette Chamber at 847-251-3800.
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The following businesses have recently joined Chicago's North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau as Preferred Partners. Please help us build a bigger and stronger Bureau by letting us know of any businesses or industry contacts that you believe would benefit from becoming one of our Preferred Partners. Please contact Jennifer Williams, CNSCVB Sales Manager at jwilliams@cnscvb.com or call 847-763-0011 x 22 with any questions.
The CNSCVB gratefully acknowledges the following new Preferred Partners and thanks them for their support.
Chalet Nursery
3132 Lake Ave.
Wilmette
847-256-0561
Contact: Maggie Zielinski
Quartet Copies
825 Clark St.
Evanston
847-328-0720
Contact: Tom Miller
Ethel's Chocolate Lounge
253 Old Orchard Center, Ste A-8
Skokie
847-675-7446
Contact: Matthew Cole
Ethel's Chocolate Lounge
527 Davis St.
Evanston
847-424-0790
Contact: Matthew Cole
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Schaefer's Wines, Foods & Spirits
9965 Gross Point Rd.
Skokie
847-677-9463
Contact: Gene Schaefer Flynn
Crowded Closet, Inc.
824 Dempster St.
Evanston
847-475-1135
Contact: Mickie Donohue
Vogue Fabrics
718 Main St.
Evanston
847-864-9600
Contact: Rogie Faber
J Rudny, LLC
"Dynamic Web Solutions"
PO Box 640
Batavia
630-879-5528
Contact: Jim Rudny
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