November 2017
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As we prepare our homes, menus and waistbands for Thanksgiving, take some time to relax and enjoy all that Chicago's North Shore has to offer, from the Antiques + Modernism Show to incredible performances and the kick-off to the holiday season. Get the inside scoop here. 

Antiques + Modernism Winnetka
November 3-5
Winnetka Community House, Winnetka
A+M is the ultimate destination for interior designers, treasure hunters, and collectors alike. Ranging in styles from classic to modern, the Show is renowned for exquisite home furnishings, accessories, artwork, clothing, jewelry and more. Come shop this spectacular style and design event! LEARN MORE 
 

Arts & Crafts Shows
Various Locations
Get all your holiday shopping done at one time with a visit to these shows! The Grove Arts & Crafts Faire (11/2-11/5 and 11/9-11/12), Candy Cane Holiday Bazaar (11/15 and 11/16), The Woman's Club of Evanston Holiday Bazaar (11/17 - 11/19), and the Winter Arts & Crafts Expo (11/17 - 12/21). 
 
 
 


In Great Spirits Gallery Opening
November 4
Eve J. Alfillé Gallery & Studio, Evanston
Come toast three decades of gorgeous fine art jewelry! Enjoy an intoxicating array of brand new creations from the series "In Great Spirits," designed by Eve in celebration of the 30th anniversary of her gallery and studio. Food, drinks, live music, raffle prizes and more from 1 to 7 pm. LEARN MORE

Light of Unity Festival
Through November 12
Baha'i House of Worship, Wilmette 
Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Baha'u'llah, founder of the Baha'i Faith, the Baha'i House of Worship is collaborating with like-minded individuals and organizations to host a variety of events while sharing some of their unifying principles. Free presentations are scheduled for 11/4, 11/5 and 11/11. LEARN MORE
SPONSORED
SPONSORED


North Shore Live
Various Locations
Enjoy live theater at its very best on Chicago's North Shore! Quixote: On the Conquest of Self and The Importance of Being Earnest at Writer's Theatre, Hansel and Gretel at Piccolo Theatre, It's a Wonderful Life at Oil Lamp Theater, The Book of Will at Northlight Theatre, COMPANY at the Ethel M. Barber Theater and The Magnificent Wonder: Fall Youth Circus at Actors Gymnasium. 
Black Friday & Small Business Saturday
November 24 & 25
Various Locations
A post-Thanksgiving tradition - hitting the stores for Black Friday specials.  At the Glen Town Center, the first 100 adults in line at the Book Market starting at 10am receive a gift card ($25-100 value). Black Friday & Small Business Saturday specials throughout the North Shore!
SPONSORED
SPONSORED



November Evening  Networking Event
When: Thursday, November 9 (5:00 - 7:00 pm)
Where:  The Claim Company, Northbrook Court
2000 Northbrook Court, Northbrook - Directions
 
Howdy Partner! Join us this month at this southwest themed restaurant The Claim Company. Enjoy bites and beverages while networking with fellow CNSCVB members. The Claim Company is known for their Motherload burgers and salad saloon and much more.  This event is complimentary and for members only. 

Please RSVP by Friday, November 3 to Jennifer Engel
(CNSCVB Manager of Advertising and Membership) at
[email protected] 
   



Neighborhood Highlight  
Downtown Glenview

Downtown Glenview has something for everyone! Offering numerous shopping options this holiday season including Glenview Coin & Collectibles and Rock House collectors of all kinds will enjoy this district. Dining favorites include Glenview Grind and Gusto Italiano. The Oil Lamp Theater add entertainment to Downtown Glenview. Save the date for the annual  Holiday in the Park & Parade on November 25 . Festivities in the park include a visit with Santa, hay rides, a train ride for kids, carolers, cookies, hot chocolate and popcorn.

For more information click here .
 

-  MORE HAPPENINGS  -

November 1, 2017
Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center 
Josephine Louis Theater, Evanston

November 4, 2017
Flick Park Sled Hill, Glenview
November 4, 2017
North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie
November 4, 2017 
Eve Alfille Gallery and Studio, Evanston
November 3-5, 2017
Winnetka Community House, Winnetka 
November 5, 2017
Frances Willard House Museum, Evanston
November 7, 2017
North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie
November 8, 2017
Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center 
Josephine Louis Theater, Evanston
November 9, 2017
Sweet Ali's Gluten Free Bakery, Glenview
N ovember 9, 2017 - December 10, 2017
Northlight Theatre, Skokie
November 10, 2017
Winnetka Community House, Winnetka 
November 11, 2017
Sweety Pies Bakery, Skokie
N ovember 11, 2017
North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie

November 11, 2017
Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center 
Josephine Louis Theater, Evanston

November 11, 2017
Ryan Field, Northwestern University, Evanston
November 11, 2017
Westin Chicago North Shore, Wheeling
November 12, 2017
Baha'i House of Worship, Temple Auditorium, Wilmette
The Magnificent Wonder: Fall Youth Circus
November 4-12, 2017
The Actors Gymnasium Circus & Performing Arts School
November 2-5 & 9-12, 2017
The Grove, Glenview
November 15-16, 2017
Park Center, East Wing, Glenview
November 18, 2017
Ryan Field, Northwestern University, Evanston

November 18, 2017
The Actors Gymnasium Circus & Performing Arts School
November 18, 2017
Takiff Center, Glencoe
November 3-19, 2017
Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center 
Ethel M. Barber Theater, Evanston
November 17-19, 2017
Evanston Women's Club, Evanston
November 19, 2017
North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie
Through November 19, 2017
Oil Lamp Theater, Glenview

November 25, 2017
North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie
November 25, 2017
Creative Coworking, Evanston
November 25, 2017
Jackman Park, Glenview
November 25-26, 2017
Central Street, Evanston
Pete, the Cat
November 30, 2017
North Shore Center for Performing Arts, Skokie
November 30, 2017
Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center 
Josephine Louis Theater, Evanston
Through December 10, 2017
Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University, Evanston
Through December 10, 2017
Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University, Evanston
November 16, 2017 - December 17, 2017
Piccolo Theatre, Evanston

Through December 17, 2017
Writers Theatre, Glencoe

Winter Arts and Crafts Expo
November 17, 2017 - December 21, 2017
1717 Central St., Evanston
November 8, 2017 - December 23, 2017
Writers Theatre, Glencoe 
November 30, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Oil Lamp Theater, Glenview
Through December 31, 2017Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Evanston
November 24, 2017 - January 7, 2018
Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe
Through January 7, 2018
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie


Through January 7, 2018
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie