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Dine Out & Donate for the UNICEF Tap Project!

Evanston Downtown — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:34:07 +0000

During World Water Week, March 21-27, 2010, the UNICEF Tap Project will once again raise awareness of the world water crisis and vital funds to help the millions of children it impacts daily.

Participating restaurants ask their patrons to donate $1 or more for the tap water they usually enjoy for free. All funds raised support UNICEF's water, sanitation and hygiene programs, and the effort to bring clean and accessible water to millions of children around the world.

$1 can do so much to make a difference!

St. Patrick's Fun Has Begun!

Evanston Downtown — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:59:10 +0000

Live Music * Dancing * Bag Pipers * Traditional Irish Fare

How do you wish to celebrate during the week that "everyone is Irish!"

Dining/Entertainment

Celtic Knot
626 Church St.
847.864.1679

Wednesay, March 17
Dancers, Pipers, Friends...Fun!
Noon-3pm: Sheila Tully Irish Dancers
6-8:30pm: The Public House Band (Irish folk)
9pm-midnight: Tim O'Shea & Patrick Buckley (traditional Irish folk from Co. Kerry)

Q2 (at the Homestead)
1625 Hinman Avenue
847.570.8400

Wednesday, March 17
Irish eyes will be smiling and Irish toes will be tapping on St. Patrick’s Day at Evanston’s newest cocktail lounge Q2! Located just across the hall from Quince at the Homestead, Q2 will feature $2 Irish beers and live musical entertainment from Evanston-based men's a capella group CQ at 7pm.

Tommy Nevin's Pub
1450-1458 Sherman Ave.
847.869.0450

No covers!
Saturday, March 13
Noon: The Trinity Irish Dancers
Noon - 3 pm: The Larkin and Moran Brothers - Irish jokesters that love a good pint of Guinness as well as an upbeat tune!

Sunday, March 14
Noon: The Trinity Irish Dancers
3 pm - 6 pm: John Williams’ Irish Sessions
4 pm: The Trinity Irish Dancers

Monday, March 15
7 pm: John Williams’ Irish Session

Tuesday, March 16
9 pm: Three Men in Kilts

Wednesday, March 17
Noon - 2:30 pm: John Williams’ Irish Session
4 pm: The Trinity Irish Dancers
4 pm - 8 pm: Character Fleadh - Traditional Irish fiddle Trio
8 pm: Sheila O’Connor Dancers
9 pm - 1 am: The Chancey Brothers – An Irish band that that will bust out a good rock or country cover to keep you guessing!

Retail/Service

Asinamali
1722 Sherman
847.866.6219

Get lucky at Asinamali! Stop by and make a $20 purchase between March 8 and April 5 and receive your "Lucky for You!" card. $200 in stamps equals $20 for you to spend on your item of choice. No expiration date on card.
Click for complete details.

Coucou
1716 Sherman Ave.
847.869.8203

Sister store to Asinamali offers "Lucky for You!" card too. Stop by and make a $50 purchase between March 8 and April 5 and receive your Lucky card. $500 in stamps equals $50 for you to spend on your item of choice. No expiration date on card. Click for complete details.

The UPS Store
1555 Sherman Ave.
847.869.3000

Enjoy 15% savings on every UPS shipment sent on St. Pat's!

Whole Foods Evanston North
1640 Chicago Ave.
847.733.1600

Great grab and go Bragh treats in our Prepared Foods Department: Baked Potato Soup, Fingerling Potatoes with Leeks, and Shamrock Slaw all on sale starting March 10th.

Friday March 12th and Wednesday, March 17th we’re sampling Wellshire corned beef brisket (on sale through the 16th) and organic cabbage from our Produce Department in the Meat Department. Guiness (of course) and KerryGold Killaree Cheddar (on sale starting March 10th) with KerryGold giveaways in the Specialty Department.

And finally, Check facebook/twitter for a chance to win a green gift Wednesday, March 17th.

Enjoy a Great Meal, a Great Concert & Great Night's Sleep!

Evanston Downtown — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 02:29:19 +0000

The Chicago Philharmonic is partnering with several area hotels and restaurants to offer special dining and hotel packages to concertgoers. Enjoy a delicious meal, hear an exceptional concert by the Chicago Philharmonic, and have a peaceful night’s sleep in one of Evanston’s charming boutique hotels.

The Chicago Philharmonic will welcome internationally-renowned Russian pianist Vladimir Ovchinnikov for the upcoming concert Tchaikovsky and Dvorak on Sunday, March 14 at 7 p.m. at Pick-Staiger Hall in Evanston. Below are some great hotel and restaurant deals to make the evening even more magnificent.

Evanston’s Quince restaurant is prepared to give diners a top notch dining experience timed comfortably so they have plenty of time to get to Pick-Staiger Hall. As a special treat, a representative from the orchestra will visit the restaurant to give a brief introduction to the evening concert. The prix fixe menu at Quince, which includes choice of starter, entree and dessert, is $45 per person. Drinks, tax and gratuity are extra. Specially priced concert tickets range from $15-$55 per person, depending on seating choice. Guests can also book a room at the Homestead Hotel and have a romantic “staycation.” Homestead Hotel room rates are $120 plus tax. Call Quince at 847.570.8400 to reserve. Quince is located inside The Homestead Hotel at 1625 Hinman Ave., Evanston, IL 60201. Visit www.chicagophilharmonic.org for menu and package details.

Va Pensiero Restaurant and the Margarita European Inn will delight your senses with an elegant dining experience in our private dining room and overnight lodging in our charming bed and breakfast hotel. This memorable evening is comprised of an all-inclusive four-course menu and wonderful wines, a concert featuring the National Artist of Russia, and the option of a restful overnight stay followed by a continental breakfast in the gracious Grand Parlor of the Margarita Inn. A brief introduction from an orchestra representative will begin your dinner conversation on the right note. Hotel rooms are $147 including tax, continental breakfast is included. Please call Va Pensiero at 847.475.7779 to make reservations. Va Pensiero and the Margarita European Inn are located at 1566 Oak Avenue in Evanston.

Tickets and Location:

Performance takes place at Pick-Staiger Hall, 50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL, 60201. Tickets without a dining package range from $20-$70 depending on seating. Call 847.866.6888 or visit www.chicagophilharmonic.org for more information.

About the Chicago Philharmonic:

Named “Orchestra of the Year” by the Illinois Arts Council of Orchestras, the Chicago Philharmonic continues its 20th season (2009 – 2010) at Northwestern University’s Pick-Staiger Hall in Evanston. Proud of its heritage as the former Symphony II, the Orchestra carries on this tradition of excellence. The Chicago Philharmonic has won many accolades from music critics and audiences alike. In the upcoming season, the orchestra will continue its mission to offer exceptional music at a reasonable price.

For a relatively young orchestra, the Chicago Philharmonic has singular strengths : Many of its members are drawn from the Lyric opera’s orchestra and therefore have been meticulously screened for some of the country’s most coveted positions. Other members are proven top-flight career musicians from the Chicago Metropolitan area. The orchestra’s cadre of seasoned professional musicians have performed together over many years and so have developed a special musical cohesion that always thrills the listener.Chicago Philharmonic musicians also perform at Ravinia in the Ravinia Festival Orchestra, in the American Ballet Theatre and Grant Park Symphony Orchestra. In addition, the Chicago Philharmonic is the orchestra selected to perform with the acclaimed Apollo Chorus of Chicago; the beloved Salute to Vienna at Symphony Center; and the symphonic team building initiative – The Music Paradigm.

Huge Remodeling Sale at Hallmark Party!

Evanston Downtown — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 22:00:44 +0000

Hallmark Party Center is having a HUGE remodeling sale! Up to 80% off! (some exclusions apply) Sale runs from Monday, February 15 - Saturday, February 20. Hallmark Pary Center, 1015 Davis St., 847.864.7344

Celebrate Mardis Gras!

Evanston Downtown — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:00:45 +0000

Mardi Gras, French for "Fat Tuesday," is an annual celebration that takes place before Lent. Historically the celebration represents a boisterous carne vale--or "good-bye to the flesh"--that serves as the last whoop-it-up before the onset of the sober season of Lent. To many, it’s simply a reason to indulge in spicy jambalaya and festive libations, while donning bright colored beads. Check out how downtown Evanston is celebrating:

Davis Street Fish Market
501 Davis St.
847.869.3474

Special Mardi Gras menu starts February 9. Fat Tuesday will feature drink and food specials, and a festive celebration in the bar area of the restaurant

Dixie Kitchen
825 Church Street
847.733.9030

Dixie Kitchen gets festive early this year with specials kicking off Friday, February 12. Enjoy a homemade, four-course Cajun meal ($18.95) with choice of two original entrees: The King’s Catfish will consist of a fresh, blackened catfish fillet over rice topped with shrimp, crawfish, crabmeat and a lemon beurre blanc sauce. Fettuccine des Krewes is a pasta dish containing crawfish, Andouille sausage, and a variety of vegetables in a spicy marinara cream sauce. The meal will include a house salad with your choice of dressing, a cup of home-made gumbo or jambalaya, your entrée choice, and a homemade praline cookie for dessert. To top it all off, enjoy $5.50 Pat O’Brien’s Hurricanes all weekend!

Bistro Bordeaux gets 4-star review!

Evanston Downtown — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:51:00 +0000

Check out the four-star review of Bistro Bordeaux in Time Out Magazine! Open only a few months and off to a fabulous start! Read Review.

Valentine's Weekend Fun and Deals!

Evanston Downtown — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:49:12 +0000

Valentines Day...for couples, families and friends! Whether you're looking for a special multi course meal with amazing service, a casual meal and movie, a romantic overnight stay, or a shopping excursion with your pals, "the heart of Evanston" offers tons of fun options for day and evening activities. If you don't see what you are looking for, please check back as this list will be updated on and ongoing basis until Valentine's weekend!

Dining Specials:

Bistro Bordeaux
618 Church St.
847.424.1483
www.lebistrobordeaux.com

Bistro Bordeaux invites you to an exclusive champagne dinner by candlelight. From Saturday, February 13 through Saturday, February 20, they will be offering a special Valentine's menu for two in addition to the full regular menu, as well as several Veuve Clicquot Champagnes in addition to the full regular wine list. View special invitation.

The Globe Café
1710 Orrington Ave.
847.866.8700
www.hotelorrington.com

Start Valentine's Day off with a leisurely made-to-order brunch at Globe Café in the Hotel Orrington. Bruch is served from 10:30am-2:30pm.
Check out the delicious menu!

Quince
1625 Hinman
847.570.8400
www.quincerestaurant.net

Wine and dine your sweetheart with a 4-course dinner and complimentary glass of sparkling wine for $65/guest. The Valentine's Day dinner menu will only be offered on the 14th, but if you're celebrating early, join us on Saturday for a la carte dining or Chef Motto's 5-course tasting menu. Add an extra special touch to either evening by having a dozen roses delivered to your table from Evanston's own FlowersFlowers. Book your Valentine's Day dinner reservation at Quince and receive 20% off a dozen roses and free delivery to the restaurant. This offer is good on Saturday the 13th and Sunday the 14th. Together, Quince and FlowersFlowers equals your complete Valentine's Day Package.
See the Valentine's Day menu.

Va Pensiero
1566 Oak Ave.
847.475.7779
www.va-p.com

Va Pensiero will begin their Valentine's Day celebration, Sunday, Februrary 14, at 5pm with a special menu. The cost of this delicious dinner is $65 per person (tax, gratuity and beverages not included). Make it a romantic overnight stay with special rates for diners at the lovely Margarita European Inn. 847.475.7779 for dinner reservations, 847.869.2273 for hotel. View Special Menu.

Shopping Events:

Crossroads Trading Co.
1730 Sherman Avenue
847.492.9400
www.crossroadstrading.com

Special Valentine’s event on Saturday, Feb 13, 11-7 pm. Enjoy treats, a raffle and racks of spring merchandise that have been saved just for that day! Check out cute valentine’s day date outfits set aside by Crossroads' fashion-savvy staff.

The UPS Store
1555 Sherman Ave.
847.869.3000

15% off all UPS shipments of Valentine's Day packages and 50% off all Valentine's Day cards!

The Things We Love
614 Davis St.
847.475.4910
www.the-things-we-love.com

Sadly, this wonderful store is closing its doors. Enjoy savings of 50-70% off storewide! Get in early to get the best selection. Sale is currently underway (you don't have to wait for Valentine's Day) and will continue through February.

Uncle Dan's
901 Church St.
847.475.7100
www.udans.com

Your Valentine will love the stuff at Uncle Dan's, the Great Outdoor Store! Awesome gifts for your biker, hiker, traveler or camper. TAKE 14% OFF YOUR ENTIRE PURCHASENOW THROUGH VALENTINE'S DAY. Offer valid now through Sunday February 14th, 2010. Print Coupon

Salon

Salon Roula
603 Davis St.
847.328.6110

Treat yourself for Valentine's Day; you deserve it!! Come see us at Salon Roula for a haircut, style and manicure for only $55.00!!! Also updo and manicure for only $45.00!! Please first time clients only. Extra for long hair.

Rejuvenation

Heartwood Center
1599 Maple Ave.
847.491.1122
www.heartwoodcenter.com

Come Celebrate and Deepen Your Relationship with a Friend, Family Member or Partner Who Helps Light up Your Life! Meridian Yoga: the Relationship Yoga. Sunday, February 14, 4:30-6:00 pm. Engage in gentle conscious movements, individually and with your partner. Explore how you communicate and interact with each other as you expand and clarify the energy that flows between you. Meridian Yoga is based on the five elements and the meridian system of Traditional Chinese Medicine. There will be chocolate and fun!Facilitator: Rev. Colleen Hubbard

Fee: $40 per twosome; pre-registration required

To Register: Please contact Rev. Colleen Hubbard at 847.491.1122ext. 20 to pre-register or for more information.

Culture

Evanston Art Center
2603 Sheridan Rd.
847.475.5300
www.evanstonartcenter.org

Sunday, February 14th, 2010 at 2:00 p.m.

Evanston Art Center Presents A Slide Lecture on "Christo and Jeanne-Claude: Theory and Practice Lecture" followed by a reception. Katherine Hilden, Artist and Evanston Art Center Faculty member, will present a timely lecture on the art projects that Christo and Jeanne-Claude have installed all over the world in the past fifty years. This is the 5th anniversary of "The Gates" in New York's Central Park. The celebrated projects of the artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude have puzzled many people because these projects are both enormous in scale and yet temporary. The 7,500 Gates installed in Central Park in February 2005 were up for only 16 days, after being in the making for 26 years. This lecture will address the question, why is this Art? The lecture places Christo's work in the context of the istory of Western art. This program is free and open to the public.

Super Bowl Sunday Deals and Events

Evanston Downtown — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 02:23:22 +0000

Whether you're front and center on the couch Super Bowl Sunday or looking to head out to watch the game, there are plenty of options for food and festivities. Also, check out the great deals for those of you that are less than enthused about the game or perhaps saving yourselves for the Blackhawks in the Stanley Cup.

Where to order carryout/delivery:

Koi
624 Davis St.
847.866.6969
www.koievanston.com

Bring Koi home for the game with their super-sized Super Bowl party trays! Or watch the game at Koi, while enjoying $1 Sappora drafts and $1 chicken wing appetizers in the bar. (Limit one appetizer, dine-in only.)

LuLu's
804 Davis St.
847.869.4343
www.lulusdimsum.com

Let LuLu's create a tailgate party in your home! We're preparing a Special Super Bowl Bento Box including a variety of football friendly foods: Spicy Sesame Chicken Wings, Crispy Coconut Shrimp, Potato Croquette and Spring Roll, Spicy BBQ Pork Fried Rice, Cold Peanut Noodles, and Korean Kalbi Short Ribs. All 7 items in one self contained Personal Bento Box. $11.95 each with a minimum order of 2 boxes. Pre-order or call Sunday. Only available for takeout or delivery.

Mt. Everest Restaurant
630 Church St.
847.491.1069
www.mteverestrestaurant.com

All delivery and carryout orders of $50 (before tax) and more will receive a complimentary additional entree up to a value of $10. Enjoy delicious and unique Royal Indian and Nepalese cuisine!

Gameday Supplies

Vinic Wine Co.

1509 Chicago Ave

847.733.7000
www.vinicwine.com

It is wrong to love both football and wine? Of course not! Vinic will be sampling some "fun(ny)" and tasty Super Bowl Wines on Saturday, February 6 in anticipation of Sunday's big game and festive menus.

WineStyles
1741 Sherman Ave.
847.328.4400
www.winestyles.net/evanston

Try some Super Bowl friendly wines on Saturday, between 2 and 4pm. The friendly staff at WineStyles will help you pick the best wine for any occasion to pair with mini corndogs and chili or chateaubriand.

Where to Go Out:

Bar Louie
1520 Sherman Ave.
847.733.8300
www.barlouieamerica.com

Enjoy $2.00 Coors Light Bottles and $0.25 Wings (minimum of 10 per order)! Super Bowl Business Card Squares: Guests can come in, up to Super Bowl Sunday and give the manager up to 4 business cards to put on our Super Bowl Squares board. When the game is over we will pick the winner based on the score and placement of the business card. The winner will win a Happy Hour Party from 5-7 for them and 10 other people. Ask the manager on duty from any questions when signing up.

Buffalo Wild Wings
1741 Maple Ave.

847.570.0333

www.buffalowildwings.com

Come and watch the "Big Game" at Buffalo Wild Wings, Enjoy great Wings, and Cold Beer!!! Plus a complete Menu!! We will have Coors Light Talls on special for $4.00! Register to win great prizes, including "The Best Seat in the House" a Miller Lite Recliner. (Must be 21 to enter to win recliner). If you're having an at home party, call ahead and place your carry out order. We'll have it ready and waiting for you at your designated time!

Va Pensiero
1566 Oak St.
847.475.7779

www.va-p.com

Enjoy a fabulous dining experience at UNHEARD OF savings, and still make it back for the second half of the game! Everything is 50 Cents on the Dollar on the Va Pensiero Dinner Menu. Appetizers, pasta, soup, salad, an entree, and even dessert - everything is HALF PRICE (Beverages not included). Sunday only, 5:30-9pm. Call for your reservations.

Super Bowl Shopping and Spa Savings!

Asinamali
1722 Sherman Ave.
847.866.6219
www.asinamali.com
and
Coucou
1716 Sherman Ave.
847.869.8203

Both boutiques are offering 50-75% off their entire stores -- yes including Frye boots and Michael Stars (which NEVER go on sale!) Open noon - 5pm. Get there early for best selection, and still catch the game.

EGEA
The North Shore Wellness Spa
1521 Sherman Ave.
847.332.2772
www.egeaspa.com

Spend the Super Bowl at the SPA! Every Facial client during Super Bowl Week-end (Feb. 5 - 8 ) will receive Complimentary Full size cleasner. Book your appointment now !

New Bistro in Downtown Evanston!

Evanston Downtown — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:38:42 +0000

We are pleased to welcome Bistro Bordeaux's owner Pascal Berthoumieux and Executive chef Frank Mnuk, formerly of NoMI and Bouchon to to the downtown Evanston community.

Weekly Specials: Wednesday night's prix fixe is $28.95 for 3 courses; and Tuesday features $1 oysters.

Bistro Bordeaux
618 Church Street
847.424.1483
www.LeBistroBordeaux.com

Snow Route Parking and Removal Information

Evanston Downtown — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 03:25:35 +0000

Complete Snow Route Parking information and Ordinance on Snow Removal for business owners and Landlords.

Read What You Need to Know When it Snows for snow resources, parking bans and emergency information. Applies to Residents, Business Owners and Landlords alike.

Review City of Evanston Snow Removal Ordinance