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OCTOBER 2017
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We love our fall colors on Chicago's North Shore. It is the season where architecture shines, we raise a glass at our own Oktoberfest and pumpkins dot the seasonal festivals that abound. Get the month's highlights here.
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William Blake and the Age of Aquarius
Now through March 11
Block Museum, Northwestern University, Evanston
In the summer of 1967, over 100,000 young people streamed into the Haight-Ashbury district of San Francisco, LA's Sunset Strip, NY's Greenwich Village and Chicago's Old Town to celebrate peace, love and music; embracing the work of visionary artist/poet William Blake. This critically acclaimed exhibit explores Blake's tremendous impact
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Behind the Hilton Garden Inn, Evanston
From critically acclaimed dramas and hilarious comedies to upbeat musicals and family friendly performances just for kids, the North Shore's theater scene has something for everyone. Some of the best theatrical productions in the entire country are right in your own backyard!
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Open House Chicago in Evanston
Sat.-Sun., October 14-15
Various Locations throughout Evanston
Have you ever walked by a building and thought, I wish I could see what's inside? Now you can! The Chicago Architecture's Open House Chicago is free and includes many of Evanston's most
notable but rarely open locations such as the Dearborn Observatory and the American Toby Jub Museum
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North Shore's Theater Scene
Ongoing
Various Locations
From critically acclaimed dramas and hilarious comedies to upbeat musicals and family friendly performances just for kids, the North Shore's theater scene has something for everyone. Some of the best theatrical productions in the entire country are right in your own backyard!
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SPONSORED
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SPONSORED
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Grand Opening - October 29
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie
Today's generation is likely the last to hear Holocaust survivor stories firsthand, so capturing and preserving them is imperative. Thanks to the new, state-of-the-art Take a Stand Center, survivors' stories will live forever via three unique, interactive galleries. The public is invited for the grand opening - 10am-5pm.
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Spooky Fun at the Chicago Botanic Garden
October 21 - 29
Chicago Botanic Gardens, Glencoe
Boo! October is full of spooky fun for everyone with a variety of Halloween events including Trains, Tricks and Treats, the Spooky Pooch Parade, Creepy Cooking Classes, and the Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns where hand-carved pumpkins light up the night!
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SPONSORED
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SPONSORED
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October Morning
Networking Event
When: Thursday, October 19 (8:00 - 9:30 am)
Where:
Cultivate Urban Rainforest and Gallery
This will be the greenest event you attend all year - literally! Join us this month at Cultivate Urban Rainforest and Gallery an independent plant shop and art gallery located on the Main Dempster Mile in Evanston. Come learn about the large variety of houseplants and terrariums and enjoy bites and beverages while networking with fellow CNSCVB members. This event is complimentary and for members only.
Please RSVP by Friday, October 13 to Jennifer Engel
(CNSCVB Manager of Advertising and Membership) at
jengel@cnscvb.com
Metered Street Parking Available.
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Evanston
A charming retail district in North Evanston with a friendly, diverse community of independent stores. Find hand-ground spices, clothing, jewelry and gift boutiques, antique maps and furniture, a pet bakery, natural health products and great places to eat. Conveniently located at the Central Street stop of the Metra Union Pacific North Line. Don't miss the retail therapy event October 6th from 6-9 pm. Stores will offer special discounts, raffles, refreshments and giveaways from participating businesses.
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- MORE HAPPENINGS -
Through October 15
Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe
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Through October 22
Northlight Theatre, Skokie
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Piccolo Theatre, Evanston
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Through November 12
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie
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Through December 10
Block Museum, Northwestern University, Evanston
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Through December 10
Block Museum, Northwestern University, Evanston
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Through December 17
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Through December 31
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Evanston
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Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie
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Through March 11
Block Museum, Northwestern University, Evanston
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October 1
Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie
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October 1
Watts Park of Glencoe Park District, Glencoe
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October 4-5
SPACE, Evanston
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October 6
Mitchell Museum, Evanston
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October 6
Canal Shores Golf Course, Evanston
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October 6-15
Nichols Concert Hall, Evanston
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Frances Willard House, Evanston
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October 7
1217 Church Street, Evanston
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Ryan Field, Evanston
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October 7
Cultivate Urban Rainforest & Gallery, Glenview
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October 7-8
Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe
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October 11
SPACE, Evanston
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Oil Lamp Theater, Glenview
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Historic Wagner Farm, Glenview
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October 14
Hilton, Northbrook
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October 14-15
Various locations throughout Evanston
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October 15
SPACE, Evanston
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Oak Ave. @ University Place, Evanston
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Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Skokie
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October 18
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie
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October 18
Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center
Josephine Louis Theater, Evanston
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October 21
Evanston History Center, Evanston
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October 21
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie
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October 21
Ryan Field, Evanston
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October 21
SPACE, Evanston
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October 21
Museum at 411 Linden, Winnetka
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October 22
Northlight Theatre, Skokie
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October 28
Lincoln and Oakton, Skokie
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October 28
Ryan Field, Evanston
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October 28
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie
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