Chicago's North Shore Insider

June 2021

It's finally summer! Celebrate with outdoor dining, summer craft markets and art shows, farmers markets, concerts early summer bloom and all the things we have been dreaming of finally being able to do! It's time to get outside and explore Chicago's North Shore!

Out Back Summer Sessions Return

Live entertainment is back, and the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie is excited to announce the return of their Out Back Summer Sessions! Beginning June 11 through August 7, the fresh-air concerts and dance.

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Visit Downtown Evanston for Thursday Night Markets!

Join Downtown Evanston the first Thursday of each month at a market featuring Evanston retailers, artists and makers!

Evanston Made Group Show

Attention art lovers! The Evanston Made Group Show has returned to the Evanston Art Center (EAC) through the end of the month. More than 180 works of art are featured, and admission is free! Also, be sure to check out the Evanston Made “First Saturdays” events and their Maker’s Markets!

North Shore Chamber Music Festival

The North Shore Chamber Music Festival celebrates its 10th Anniversary with complimentary in-person and live streaming concerts on June 9, 11 and 12! Featuring world-class artists who travel to the North Shore each summer to perform with each other and mentor young musicians, the performances take place at The Village Presbyterian Church in Northbrook.

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Join Distinctly Winnetka

Winnetka’s text loyalty program alerts you to promotions at your favorite restaurants, retailers, and service providers.

Fabulous Farmers Markets!

One of the greatest joys of summer is shopping the farmers markets, and the North Shore has some of the best around! From beautiful flowers and delicious fruits and veggies to home-baked goodies, fresh bread, cheese, jewelry, garden art, candles and more, you won’t come home empty handed!

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Travel Around the World on Central Street!

From June 18-27, pick up a passport at a Central Street business to find gifts, fashion, food and libations from across the world!

Free Admission for Students

Throughout June, students and children receive free admission to the Illinois Holocaust Museum. While there, be sure to see the special exhibition, Mandela: Struggle for Freedom, which traces the history of the fight against apartheid in South Africa, with Nelson Mandela as one of its central figures.

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Hilton Chicago/Northbrook is the perfect location.

Comfortable beds, indoor pool, impeccable service, event facilities, Hilton Chicago/Northbrook has something for everyone! (847) 480-7500

Looking for a job on the North Shore?

Check out the North Shore Job Board where you’ll find a list of open positions in hotels, restaurants, retailers, event companies, and more! Are you with a business in a member community? Post your job on www.northshorejobboard.com.