Are you interested in learning more about how you and your family can have a positive impact on our environment? Then you won’t want to miss the 6th annual Going Green Matters, a community event being held this Sunday, March 11 from 1-5 pm at the Woman’s Club of Wilmette.
The event is organized by Go Green Wilmette, a citizen’s group founded in 2006, whose mission is to raise environmental awareness in Wilmette and inspire people to take action and make a difference. The event draws hundreds of residents, not only from Wilmette but from around the North Shore. There are exhibits, displays and presentations about home energy conservation, renewable energy sources, green cleaning products, green landscaping, composting, organic food choices, birding on the North Shore, and more. There are also activities designed to both entertain and educate children about the environment. An interactive Eco-Zone has displays for all ages. Here are some of the fun things kids can see and do:
During the fair you can also bring batteries, electronics and styrofoam for recycling at 600 9th St. (one block east of the Woman’s Club). For more information about recycling resources, go here.
When: Sunday, March 11 from 1-5 pm
Where: Woman’s Club of Wilmette, 930 Greenleaf Ave., Wilmette
Tickets: FREE!
Get more information about Go Green Wilmette and get involved!
(Originally posted at NorthShoreViews.com)
Friday, Feb. 24 from 8:30 to 11:30 pm
Vibe, 1935 Sheridan Rd., Highland Park
At the heart of Check With Lucy are the singer-songwriter duo of Jeff Libman and Brad Cole. With roots in pop, folk, soul and americana music, Check With Lucy creates an infectious uptempo new folk sound. The backbone of Check With Lucy is the duo’s catchy and poignant songwriting. With hints of James Taylor, Jeff Tweedy, Jackson Browne and John Hiatt, Check With Lucy performs as an acoustic duo, trio with fiddle, or with a full backing band.
Seussical Jr.Saturday, Feb. 25 at 10:00 am
Wilmette Theatre, 1122 Central Ave., Wilmette
Presented by The Actors Training Center Repertory Company. Tickets: $12. www.wilmettetheatre.com
All ages.
Saturday, Feb. 25 from 2:00-4:30
Wilmette Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette
The Shakespeare Project of Chicago performs a theatrical reading of this classic about the battle of he sexes. No charge.
Adults.
Saturday, Feb 25 at 5:00 and 8:00 pm
North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Lily Tomlin is a versatile performer, comedian, writer and producer who has touched some of the most beloved American comedy institutions. Don’t miss seeing one of the great legends of American comedy. Tickets: $70 -$76. Buy tickets here.
Feb. 25 & 26
Next Theatre Company, Noyes Cultural Center, 927 Noyes St., Evanston
This is the last weekend to see this play…When Pierre, a French-Congolese pupil, signs up for English lessons with Celia, a beautiful young white teacher, they both get more than they bargained for. Set in contemporary Paris, this gripping new play explores the ways in which class, race, and language continue to divide us. Tickets and showtimes.
(originally posted at www.NorthShoreViws.com)
No matter what your kid is into, there's a camp for him or her. Here's your handy dandy guide to day camps on Chicago's North Shore. In addition to the camps listed below, the park districts in Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe and Highland Park offer a variety of fun and affordable summer camp options.
1225 Riverwoods Rd., Lake Forest
www.bannerdaycamp.com
Ages 3 - 6th grade
It’s all about growing as an individual, embracing new opportunities and having fun. And it’s more than just fun. Banner campers develop positive self-esteem as they achieve new accomplishments, socially and athletically. 847-295-4900
310 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
www.nscdscamps.org
Ages 4 - 10
The Day Camp's diverse programs allow for all campers to try new activities in a setting where individual growth is fostered by a caring staff. The goal is to actively involve all campers while offering encouragement and support as they tackle new endeavors. NSCD offers several other summer programs as well. Visit www.nscdscamps.org for more info. 847-441-3350
Northbrook
4 yrs - 7th grade
Located on 10 beautiful secluded acres in Northbrook, JCC “Z” Frank Apachi day camp has been bringing magical summers to Northshore children for over 25 years. With virtually every sport imaginable, an array of cultural arts activities and door-to door bus service, your child will expand their interests, have fun, grow and make new friends while developing greater independence. www.gojcc.org/daycamp
Lincolnwood School, 2600 Colfax, Evanston
847-869-3575
Kindergarten- 8th grade
At GoodSports! your child is exposed to a well rounded variety of sports and activities aimed at developing a whole range of skills and abilities. It's great fun that builds your child's sportsmanship, athletic skills, and confidence under the enthusiastic guidance of experienced and dedicated professionals. www.goodsportsyouthcamp.org
February 4 & 5 at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm
Winnetka Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka
Most suitors would shy away from pursuing a girl who ives in a tower, especially if her mother is a witch. But that doesn’t deter one prince in Winnetka Theatre’s production of “Rapunzel.” Geared to kids ages 3-10. Tickets $12. Call 847-604-0275.
February 4 and 18 from 9:30-11:00 am or 1:00-2:30 pm
Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe
You and your kids will learn how chocolate is made from bitter cacao beans. Participants will take home chocolate mint and chocolate pepper plants. Tickets: $22 per non-member child; discounted for members. Call 847-835-6801 or visit www.chicagobotanic.org.
February 4 11:00-3:00 and February 5 1:00-4:00
Highland Park Historical Society Museum, 326 Central Ave., Highland Park
A collection and operating layout of rare American Flyer and Lionel Standard Gauge trains built between 1910 and 1935. Tickets: $5 per person or $12 per family
February 4, 11, 18, 25 at 10:30 am and 1:00 pm
Northbrook Theatre for Young Audiences, 3323 Walters Ave., Northbrook
Chester the cat is convinced that the bunny that the Monroe family found at a screening of “Dracula” is actually a vampire. A musical comedy based on the classic children’s novel by James and Deborah Howe. This comic spoof of horror stories is not scary at all but a laugh-fest that will delight our audiences. Tickets: $8 in advance; $10 online or at the door. Call 847-291-2367 or visit www.nbparks.org
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If you love to entertain friends and family in a relaxed and casual setting, this house at 8 Kenmore Avenue in Deerfield might just be the home for you.
It’s a 6 bedroom, 4.1 bath contemporary that has room for everybody. It sits at the end of a cul-de-sac, just blocks from South Park Elementary School. It has a flexible an open floor plan that fits well into any lifestyle. The great room is the perfect gathering space, with its cozy fireplace, wet bar and game area. The spacious and bright eat-in kitchen will undoubtedly become everyone’s favorite hang-out. A first floor bedroom can also double as an office allowing you to have a convenient “command central.” In warm weather the half sports court will draw everyone outside for a game of hoops as steaks sizzle on the grill. Upstairs the master suite has vaulted ceilings, a spa-like bath and large walk-in closet. There are three more bedrooms plus a hall bath. The lower level has a rec room big enough for all your toys: ping-pong, billiards, air hockey and foosball. There’s also a sixth bedroom and private bath that’s perfect for guests or an au pair.
This home has been meticulously maintained and has many features that make it the ultimate worry-free home: A whole house generator means you’ll never have to worry about power outages. The two furnaces with built-in humidifiers were new in 2010. There are two large hot water heaters, one of which was new in 2011, so there’s always plenty of hot water for laundry, dishes and showers. There are three sump pumps (count ‘em, three!) so flooding and seepage are never a problem. The security system gives added peace of mind.
The home is is a great value at $749,000. You can see a virtual tour here. If you’d like to see it in person, please give us a call at 847-881-6657 and we’d be happy to show it to you.
Realtor with Coldwell Banker on Chicago's North Shore.
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