Friday, May 6
Holiday Inn North Shore/Skokie Banquet & Conference Center
5300 W. Touhy Avenue, Skokie
There's no better way to network with other women than the Annual North Shore Women's Conference, which takes place from 10 am to 3 pm at the Holiday Inn in Skokie. Bringing together women from dozens of local Chambers of Commerce, the North Shore Women's Conference features a trade show/expo, informative "hot-topic" breakout sessions, and a networking luncheon. This year's keynote speaker is Celebrity Chef and accomplished cookbook author Gale Gand who will share her experiences and how she got her start. Admission to the expo is FREE. Tickets for the networking luncheon are $30. For more information, please click here.
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Saturday, May 7
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Folk music legend, Judy Collins will perform one Chicago area performance, and it's going to be on the North Shore! Collins experienced a meteoric rise to success in the great folk music explosion of the 1960's. In an impressive career spanning over forty years, she has earned a top-ten hit and Grammy Award for Joni Mitchell's Both Sides Now. She has been characterized for her eclectic musical taste and interpretation demonstrated by her Billboard success with Stephen Sondheim's Send in the Clowns and the traditional hymn, Amazing Grace. Collins latest album entitled Paradise was released in 2010 and she is also writing a book due out in the fall. Showtime is 8 pm. Tickets are $50 and$60. For more information, please click here.
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The Evanston Chamber of Commerce has appointed Eve Doi, IOM, as the Chamber's new Executive Director. She begins work officially on May 16, 2011 and will attend the joint networking event sponsored by the CNSCVB and the Evanston Chamber on May 25 (more information below). Ms. Doi has been serving as Vice President of Communications and Chamber Operations with the Ames Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development in Ames, Iowa, for over seven years.
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Sunday, May 8
Charles Dawes House
225 Greenwood, Evanston
Since its inception, the Evanston History Center's house walk has embodied the best of history and architecture. This year it features several private homes, including a stunning 1899 Myron Hunt home. This magnificent home was originally built as a coach house in 1892 and converted into a single-family home is 1962. Also on the walk is a fabulous 25-room house, modeled on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's home in Cambridge, MA, built in 1894. The house walk (which runs from 12 noon to 5 pm) includes interior viewing of all the houses on the walk. Advanced tickets are $35 per person ($40 on the day of the event). Children 12 and older require a ticket. For more information, please click here.
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Thursday, May 12
Meadowhill Park
1479 Maple Avenue, Northbrook
Opening night is just a few short weeks away, so be sure to take note of the schedule of events, which is posted on the Velodrome website. Special races this season include the annual Amy Tremelling Memorial Race on June 23, the annual Roger DeLanghe Trophy Race sponsored by 2CC on August 4, and the annual Elaine Nekritz Trophy Race sponsored by Alberto's on August 25. The Velodrome is also excited to introduce the Northbrook Bicycle Club Juniors Point Race Invitational, which takes place on July 21st. For the latest information and upcoming races and events, please click here.
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May 12 - June 19
Northlight Theatre
9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
In a summer cottage on Chesapeake Bay, Gunner has hatched an unorthodox plan to secure his family's future, but meets with resistance from his wife and son, who have plans of their own. As winter approaches, the three must quickly find common ground and come to an understanding before the tide goes out. This new drama, making its World Premiere, features Northlight favorite John Mahoney along with Rondi Reed (CBS's Mike and Molly) and Thomas J. Cox (a founding member of Lookingglass Theatre Company). Tickets are $30-$50. For more information, please visit here.
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Friday, May 13- Sunday, May 15
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
You'll find everything you need to get your garden blooming at the Chicago Botanic Garden's A Bloomin' Festival, featuring a farmer's market with fresh baked goods, organic produce, honey, pottery and more! The festival also features the 45th Annual Plant Sale, sponsored by the Woman's Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society. Showcasing more than 25,000 annuals, ferns, fruit and vegetable plants, geraniums, herbs, native wildflowers, ornamental grasses, perennials, roses, shade perennials, shrubs, and vines, this is the Midwest's premier plant sale and a great way to kick off the spring planting season. For more information, please visit here.
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Friday, May 20
Grand Ballroom
Hilton Orrington Evanston
1710 Orrington Avenue, Evanston
Whether you like to dance or not, listening to great music and mingling with spirited dancers makes for a fantastic night on the town! Dance Like The Stars, sponsored by the Samaritan Counseling Center, takes place from 6:30 to 10 pm and features the Old Men's Jazz Band, a high-energy 18-piece group that is sure to get you moving! From big band swing traditions to more recent music with a "swing attitude," you'll dance the night away. The evening also includes an auction, raffle prizes, passed appetizers and a cash bar. Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door. The Samaritan Counseling Center provides mental health support throughout the North Shore. For more information call 847-446-6955 x 10.
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Saturday and Sunday, May 21& 22
Oakton Park
4701 West Oakton Street, Skokie
Since its inception in 1991, the Skokie Festival of Cultures has become one of the premier ethnic festivals in Illinois, attracting more than 300,000 visitors and dozens of cultures, all representing Skokie's tremendous diversity. Referred to by many as a "Tour of the World," where you and your friends and family will enjoy two days of ethnic folk music and dance, a wide range of food, unique arts and crafts, international children's games, a merchandise bazaar, and dozens of cultural booths and displays. For more information, please call 847-674-1500 x 2715 or visit www.skokieculturefest.org.
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Wednesday, May 25 ~ 5 - 7 pm
Hilton Garden Inn Evanston
1818 Maple Avenue, Evanston
Please join us for a combined networking event with the Evanston Chamber of Commerce to welcome and meet the new Evanston Chamber Director, Eve Doi. The evening will include a variety of appetizer samples from the Great American Grill and will provide a wonderful opportunity to meet and mingle with other business professionals. The networking event is open to all CNSCVB members and there is no charge to attend, but you must RSVP by Friday, May20 to Jennifer Engel (CNSCVB Manager of Membership and Advertising) at 847-763-0011 x 22 or email her at jengel@cnscvb.com. We look forward to seeing you!
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May 24 - September 24
Kohl Children's Museum
2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
Debuting this month, Watch Us Grow: Monarch Butterflies explores the lifecycle of the Monarch butterfly, which is the Illinois state insect. During the exhibit, visitors will be able to view the four stages of butterfly development (eggs, caterpillars, pupas and adult butterflies), compare the live specimens with larger-than-life-size models, and explore how animals change and adapt through the metamorphosis process. This exhibit is not to be missed! For more information, please click here.
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Westfield Old Orchard
Old Orchard Rd and Skokie Blvd., Skokie
On Sunday, May 22, come to the West Lot of the center for The Great Jewish Family Festival starting at 3pm. The event will begin with a parade and include rides, games, entertainment and great food. The following weekend on the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend, from noon to 4pm shoppers can take a stroll with the family down memory lane at the annual Motor Car Classic, taking place on the North Plaza near L.L.Bean and Crate & Barrel. This fun exhibit includes iconic autos, fun activities for the kids and family entertainment. For more information, click here.
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So many ways to celebrate and treat mom to a special treat.
Wyndham Glenview Suites
1400 Milwaukee Ave., Glenview 847-759-7574
A sumptuous brunch in the lovely atrium of the Wyndham Glenview Suites. Adults $37.95; Senior $35.95; Children $15.95 (6-12), under 5 free. For reservations call Vicki Parad. 11:00 am and 1:30pm seatings.
Morton's The Steakhouse-Northbrook
699 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook 847-205-5111
Enjoy a special Mother's Day Menu for $59 per person. Open Sunday, May 8
3pm - 9pm.
The Celtic Knot Public House
626 Church St., Evanston, 847-864-1679
Afternoon Tea on Saturday May7 and Sunday, May 8. All mums will receive a gift of a homemade Scone with Strawberry jam to take home.
The Village Inn
8050 Lincoln Ave., Skokie 847-675-3737
Mother's Day Special, Sunday, May 8 Families of 4 or more receive 20% off. Catering orders received by Friday, May 6 receive 20% off any catering order of $50 or more.
Gusto Italiano Ristorante
1470 Waukegan Rd., Glenview 847-729-5444
Mother's Day brunch from 11am to 3pm. Adults $19.95, Children $9.95. Menu includes Prime Rib, Eggs Benedict, smoked salon and bagels, pasta and much more.
Quince at the Homestead
1625 Hinman Ave., Evanston 847-570-8400
Chef Motto's Spring 3-course brunch menu is a perfect gift priced at $35 per adult and will be served on Mother's Day from 9:30am to 2:30pm. All the little ones will be equally pleased with a $15/child 2-course menu.
Pinstripes
1150 Willow Rd., Northbrook 847-480-2323
Mother's Day Brunch, 10am to 2pm. Carved Prime Rib, delicious seafood, chocolate fountain and delectable desserts. Adults $26, Children 6-12, $12 Children 5 and under free.
Pensiero Ristorante
1566 Oak Ave., Evanston 847-475-7779
Mother's Day 3 course Brunch, Sunday, May 8, 11am to 3pm for $39. Dinner service begins at 5pm.
Jacky's on Prairie
2545 Prairie Ave., Evanston 847-733-0899
Serving Brunch and Dinner in the dining room or on the patio. Mother's Day 3-Course menu for $29.00 plus tax and gratuity.
Di Pescara
Northbrook Court, Northbrook 847-498-4321
Serving Mother's Day brunch from 10am to 2pm. Adults $29.95 and Children $14.95.
Holiday Inn North Shore/Bar Louie
5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie 847-763-3010
Mother's Day Champagne Buffet. 11am-3pm featuring French Toast, Omelettes to order, carving and pasta stations, salads, dessert ...and Champagne of course! Adults $26.95; kids $14.95, and small children under 4 free.
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