Hello March! Celebrate longer days and the return of spring with exhibits, performances, markets and more! Don’t miss out on the final home games for Northwestern Men’s Basketball this season (March 2 & 9). Be sure to head to Chicago Botanic Garden to delight in The Orchid Show of Wonders before it closes on March 24. Keep an eye out for the launch of North Shore Live, a celebration of theater and performances on Chicago's North Shore, coming later this month. Read on to discover all this month has in store on the North Shore. | |
Titanic: The Exhibition
NOW THROUGH APRIL 21
Westfield Old Orchard
Old Orchard Rd. & Skokie Blvd., Skokie
This incredible exhibition tells the dramatic tale of the largest and most luxurious ship in the world at the time. Over 300 artifacts from Titanic, her sister ships and objects from the famous motion picture are set inside beautiful recreations of the ship's interior and tell the latest details of her sinking and discovery.
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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
THURSDAY, MARCH 7 - SUNDAY, MARCH 31
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts
9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Music Theater Works presents this Tony-award-winning play has won the hearts of theatergoers across the country with its mix of wit, wills, and audience participation. Join this group of unique and dedicated students as they compete for the spelling bee championship that celebrates the pursuit of the ultimate prize while finding the joy of being oneself.
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Smittytown Market
FIRST SATURDAYS
(MARCH-SEPTEMBER)
Temperance Beer Co. | 2000 Dempster St., Evanston
Come support some of your favorite local vendors featuring Evanston Made artists and creatives. Bonus: you can enjoy a beer as you browse and buy!
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The Band’s Visit
NOW THROUGH MARCH 24
Writers Theatre | 325 Tudor Ct., Glencoe
A lost bus arrives in a small Israeli town carrying an Egyptian Police Band. With no hotel and no buses until morning, the musicians are taken in by the locals. Under the spell of the desert sky, these musicians bring everyone together in the way that only music can. Winner of 10 Tony Awards!
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Tap Wars 5
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
Village Inn Pizzeria Sports Bar & Grill |
8050 Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Your vote counts! Head on over to Village Inn for Tap Wars 5 where you will decide who wins one of their taps for a year! Old Irving Brewery will be back to defend their tap. Do you think they can hang on? Or will a new brewery take over their tap? Come find out!
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S’mores on the Square
SATURDAY, MARCH 9
Fountain Square, Downtown Evanston | 1596 Sherman Ave., Evanston
Bring the family (and your sweet tooth!) and cozy up around the open fire pits at Fountain Square. Downtown Evanston will provide attendees with s’mores kits to toast perfect golden-brown marshmallows over the fire pits, which are provided by Evanston Parks & Recreation. This event is free, but registration is required.
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Danceworks 2024: Emergence
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, MARCH 8-10
Josephine Louis Theater | 20 Arts Circle Dr., Evanston
Dance-making is a collective experiment. Something emerges when bodies that think, feel, and move differently gather in a studio. Something powerful. Sometimes beautiful. Maybe radical. Get your tickets today for Danceworks 2024: Emergence, Northwestern’s annual dance showcase featuring new works by Northwestern faculty.
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Maple Syrup Festival
SUNDAY. MARCH 17
River Trail Nature Center | 3120 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook
Come celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including crafts, games, tree tapping, and maple syrup history. There will also be samples of syrup to taste! This event is free and takes place from 11am to 3pm.
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Talib Kweli
MARCH 16, 2024
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie
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