Showing posts with label North Shore events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label North Shore events. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Celebrate the Holidays with These North Shore Events!

After all of the turkey is put away, it's time to deck the halls for the holidays and better yet, make plans for painting the town red (and green!) with all of the festive events popping up on Chicago's North Shore. I've highlighted several of the holiday happenings in December so you can take advantage of all that Glencoe, Northbrook, Highland Park, Deerfield, and Winnetka have to offer!

Breakfast with Santa
December 1, 2018
Maggiano's Little Italy
Skokie IL

Annual Holiday Open House
December 2, 2018
Evanston History Center at the Charles Gates Dawes House
Evanston IL

Frances Willard Holiday House Tour
December 2, 2018
Frances Willard House Museum
Evanston IL

Red Invitation Sunday Holiday Sale
December 2, 2018
Varying merchants in Winnetka
Winnetka IL

Sunday Brunch with Santa
December 2, 2018
Pinstripes
Northbrook IL

Holiday Cheers
December 5, 2018
Chicago Botanic Garden
Glencoe IL

Downtown Evanston Tree Lighting
December 8, 2018
Fountain Square
Evanston IL

It's a Wonderful Life— Live Radio Play
Through December 30, 2018
Oil Lamp Theater
Glenview IL

Wonderland Express
Through January 6, 2019
Chicago Botanic Garden
Glencoe IL

Ready to call the North Shore your home? Or ready to move on to a new home for the new year? Give me a call today! I'd be happy to help you find the perfect home for you and your family in Glencoe, Northbrook, Highland Park, Deerfield, Winnetka, or beyond.

Have a happy holiday season!

Janie Bress
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Thursday, October 18, 2018

Boo! 6 Halloween Events on Chicago's North Shore

Halloween is almost here on Chicago's North Shore! It's time to plan your costume, carve a pumpkin, and outfit your Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, or Northbrook home in the spookiest decor. But once all of those festive activities are checked off of your list, you'll be ready for some bewitchingly fun events and I've rounded up a few below!

Add the following 6 Halloween Events on Chicago's North Shore to your calendar:

5th Annual Zombie Scramble
Evanston Ecology Center
Evanston IL

Run with your friends and finish with your "lives" (or flag football flags worn around your waist) intact! Zombies will be placed along the course to try to grab your flags!

Spooktacular Halloween Party
October 21, 2018
North Suburban YMCA
Northbrook IL

Enjoy a bounce house, costume contest, pony rides, haunted maze, paint pumpkins, and so much more! All ages are welcome at this North Shore event!

BOOnanza
Wheeling Community Recreation Center
Wheeling IL

Decorate a pumpkin, make crafts, listen to spooky stories, go for a hayride, and watch a magic show! Children 10 years of age and younger encouraged for this FREE event!

Dave Rudolf's Halloween Spooktacular
October 26, 2018
Winnetka Community House
Winnetka IL

Your little ghouls and goblins, no matter their age, are invited to this fun event with songs, stories, and costumes galore! $10 in advance, $15 at the door.

Halloween in Downtown Skokie
October 27, 2018
Start at Crafty Beaver Lumber
Skokie IL

Kids 12 and younger are welcome to participate in trick or treating downtown Skokie! Just pick up your bag at Crafty Beaver and be on your way!

Night of 1,000 Jack-O-Lanterns
October 24-28, 2018
Chicago Botanic Garden
Glencoe IL

Pumpkins as large as 150 pounds will light up the night at the Chicago Botanic Garden! Artists spend hours decorating a single pumpkin to be staged along a festive pathway, so come enjoy a spooky walk, watching live carvings, view the ghostly trains in the Model Railroad Garden, drink cider, and more!

Ready to call the North Shore your home? Contact me today for more information about Northbrook, Highland Park, Deerfield, Winnetka, or Glencoe homes for sale.

I look forward to hearing from you! Happy Halloween!

Janie Bress
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Thursday, July 5, 2018

5 Ways to Celebrate Summer on Chicago's North Shore

Summer is here and there are dozens of ways to celebrate summer on Chicago's North Shore! From enjoying local outdoor spaces like parks and pools to fun, festive events like live music and festivals, there is something for everyone this season! As your local real estate expert, I am sharing five ways to celebrate summer below:

Movies in the Park
July 13, 2018
Hubbard Woods Park
Winnetka, IL

Once a month you can enjoy an outdoor movie at Hubbard Woods Park in Winnetka! An hour before showtime, there will be activities and shows that go along with the theme of the movie. Movies begin at dusk and there will be access to concessions.

Beethoven's 9th Symphony
July 14, 2018
Ravinia Festival
Highland Park, IL

The oldest outdoor music festival in the country, Ravinia Festival will be hosting the Chicago Symphony Orchestra this next weekend! Listen to great music, pack a picnic, and enjoy these warm summer nights that will be gone all too soon!

Glencoe French Market
July 14, 2018
Wyman Green
Glencoe, IL

Saturday mornings through October 13, you can attend the outdoor Glencoe French Market with fresh produce, meats, cheeses, flowers, crafts, and more! What a great way to spend a summer weekend!

Water Carnival
July 14, 2018
Winnetka Park District
Winnetka, IL

Join in this year's 94th annual Water Carnival in Winnetka! With games and activities for the kids, plus free hot dogs to celebrate National Hot Dog Day, and a sandcastle building contest, you won't want to miss this all-day fun fest! Pre-registration is required on the Winnetka Park District website.

Chicago Botanic Garden Farmers Market
July 14-15, 2018
Chicago Botanic Garden
Glencoe, IL

Rain or shine, you can count on the Chicago Botanic Garden's 3rd annual market to bring together Chicagoland's best bakers, farmers, and crafters with their unique products, produce, flowers, wares, and more!

Questions about buying or selling a home in Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook or the surrounding areas? Give me a call today!

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Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Winter Events This Month on Chicago's North Shore!

While the temperatures may be colder, that does not mean the calendar comes to a halt on Chicago's North Shore! There are dozens of events to attend this month, from Valentine's Tea Parties to a Winter Farmers' Market and as your local real estate expert, I'm happy to share them with you!

Below are five events you will want to add to your schedule this month in Glencoe, Northbrook, Winnetka, and beyond!

Winter Farmers Market
Saturdays, 8 AM to Noon
2024 McCormick Blvd, Evanston IL

Pick up the best of seasonal fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, baked goods, and more at the Evanston winter farmers market! Through April 28, the market is held indoors at the Ecology Center, from 8 AM to Noon.

Victorian Valentine Tea Party
February 12, 2018; 1:30 PM to 3 PM
Winnetka Historical Society Museum and Headquarters
411 Linden St, Winnetka IL

Take a trip back in time with this old-fashioned tea party set in Winnetka's 19th century museum! Participants will make Valentine's Day cards and enjoy an early afternoon tea with treats, parlor games, and vintage toys! Dress-up clothes, hats, stuffed animals and dolls are welcome!

Grand Valentine's Event
February 14, 2018; 5 PM to 7 PM
Max and Benny's; Northbrook IL 

Celebrate Valentine's Day at this Northbrook locale where kids (and grandkids!) can decorate cookies and cupcakes in the party room after dinner! Each will be able to decorate one cookie and one cupcake to enjoy at the restaurant or take home!

Glencoe Skate Night
February 16, 2018; 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Watts Ice Center; 305 Randolph St; Glencoe IL 

The Glencoe Park District is throwing a special Skate Night for the 21+ crowd for Valentine's Day and you're invited! Skate rental is included in the $25 per person cost and mulled wine, hot chocolate, and desserts will be served.

Wine and Beer Tasting
February 23, 2018; 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Winnetka Community House

Back by popular demand, the 2018 Winnetka Wine and Beer Tasting will be held at the Winnetka Community House and feature premium wine, craft beer, and delicious food!

Ready to call the North Shore your home this year? Give me a call today! I've helped numerous buyers become homeowners right here in Glencoe, Highland Park, Evanston, Deerfield, Glenview, Winnetka, and the surrounding areas and I can help you do the same!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Don't Miss These 4th of July Events on Chicago's North Shore!

Summer is in full swing here on Chicago's North Shore and that means the Fourth of July is just around the corner! It's time for beach days, pool time, BBQs, and patriotic parades to celebrate our nation's birthday— And lucky for North Shore residents, there are dozens of events to choose from to do just that!

Below are upcoming 4th of July events to mark on your calendar:

Deerfield Fireworks Show
When: July 3, 2017; 5 PM to 10 PM
Where: Brickyards Park

Deerfield will host its own fireworks display on July 3! The gates open at 5 PM, with live music at 6 PM, flag raising and national anthem at 7 PM, and ending with the fireworks at dusk!

Winnetka Fourth of July Parade
When: July 4, 2017; 10 AM
Where: Parade begins at the intersection of Elm Street and Glendale Avenue

Support your local Winnetka organizations and join your neighbors in this patriotic parade! There will be orchestras, pipe bands, Dixieland bands, jugglers and of course, Uncle Sam on stilts! The parade will begin at the intersection of Elm Street and Glendale Avenue, head east through town, and end at the Village Green.

Winnetka Fourthfest
When: July 4, 2017; 6 PM
Where: Duke Childs Field

After the parade, there will be a series of events for the family at the Village Green, and later that night, the annual Fourthfest kicks off! With food, music, kids activities, and a fireworks display at 9 PM, this is the perfect ending to a fun-filled day!

Glencoe Fourth of July Celebration
When: July 4, 2017; 8 AM to 9 PM
Where: Lakefront Park

This FREE 4th of July event will include the Glencoe's Got Talent talent show at 12 PM at Kalk Park, parade at 2 PM at Central School, and live music, before the fireworks at 9 PM!

Highland Park 4th of July Parade
When: July 4, 2017; 10 AM
Where: Intersection of Laurel and St. Johns Avenues

This year's parade will begin at the intersection of Laurel and St. Johns Avenues, turning west on Central Avenue and continuing to Sunset Park. The children's bike and pet parade prior to the big Independence Day parade will begin at 9:30 AM.

Northbrook 4th of July
When: July 4, 2017; 7:30 AM to Dusk
Where: Techny Prairie Park and Fields

This year's festivities begin with the Liberty Loop 5K Run/Walk at Techny Prairie Park and Fields, before the Rotary Club's breakfast at Village Green Park from 7:30 AM to 11 AM. Next up is the family golf tournament at Sportsman's Country Club from 9 AM to Noon, the Mile-Long Parade at 2:30 PM covering Cherry/Western/Shermer/Meadow, and ending with fireworks at Meadowhill Park and Techny Prairie Park and Fields.

Glenview Fourth of July Parade
When: July 4, 2017; 11:15 AM
Where: Begins at Glenview Community Church, heading west on Glenview Road, ending before Glendale Road

Local kids ages 3-9 will lead the parade with their own bike parade! The bike parade route ends at Sheerer Road in the St. David's Episcopal Church parking lot.

As always, do not hesitate to contact me with any questions about the local real estate market, buying or selling a home in Glencoe, Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park, Winnetka or beyond!

I wish you a happy and safe Fourth of July!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

2017 Chicago North Shore Memorial Day Events

The unofficial kick off to summer has arrived! This Memorial Day weekend, you can rest assured there is a busy schedule of events here on Chicago's North Shore! Whether you're hosting a BBQ in your backyard, are ready to enjoy the beautiful weather on one of our area's beautiful beaches, or plan to attend a Memorial Day service— you'll find it all right here!

Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 29, 2017; 11 AM
Highland Park High School Auditorium
Highland Park IL

Sing along as the Highland Park High School band plays patriotic songs, listen to Mayor Nancy Rotering and other guests speak, and visit with representatives from the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Jewish War Veterans.

Memorial Day Service
Monday, May 29, 2017; 10 AM
Veterans Memorial, Jewett Park
Deerfield IL

Hosted by the American Legion, a procession will begin at Jewett Park and end at Deerfield Cemetery.

Memorial Day Ceremony
Monday, May 29, 2017; 11 AM
Veterans Memorial Park (Rain venue: Takiff Center)
Glencoe IL

This year will mark the 100th anniversary of Glencoe residents who served in World War I, so join along as the Village and the Glencoe Historical Society honor their service to our country.

89th Annual Memorial Day Observance
Monday, May 29, 2017; 10 AM
Corner of Glendale and Elm (Rain venue: Skokie School Auditorium)
Winnetka IL

The Winnetka Park District, Village of Winnetka, Great Lakes Naval Command and US Coast Guard will present this year's Memorial Day observance. The honored guest speaker will be United States Army Staff Sergeant Justin R. Craggs.

Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
Monday, May 29, 2017; 10:30 AM
Cherry and Western St
Northbrook IL

Attend this year's parade and ceremony and enjoy bands from local schools marching and performing. Immediately after the parade, everyone is encouraged to attend the American Legion Memorial Day ceremony at the Village Green Park.

I wish you a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! And as always, do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you have about the local real estate market in Glencoe, Winnetka, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook or the following communities!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, December 28, 2016

5 Ways to Ring in the New Year on Chicago's North Shore

The new year is now just a mere days away, so why not start planning how you'll ring in 2017 on Chicago's North Shore? There are dozens of ways to celebrate the new year in Winnetka, Glencoe, Deerfield, Highland Park, Northbrook and the surrounding areas and as your local real estate expert, I'm happy to share a few of them with you below!

It's a Wonderful Life: Live Radio Play
December 30, 2016
Oil Lamp Theater, Glenview IL

This classic North Shore event is back again this year! Attend the show for complimentary cookies and hot chocolate and witness a cast of six actors reenact the popular It's a Wonderful Life story with the help of only a sound effects artist— as though it is Christmas Eve 1946 at WBFR Radio.

New Year's Eve at Pinstripes
December 31, 2016
Pinstripes, Northbrook IL

Head out to Pinstripes to watch two balloon drops, the first beginning at 8 PM (ideal for the kids!) and the second at midnight. There will be complimentary champagne, party favors and live music for all to enjoy. You can also try your hand at the pins as both the bowling lanes and bocce courts will be open!

New Year's Eve Bash
December 31, 2016
Kohl Children's Museum, Glenview IL

One entire wing of the museum will be transformed into a giant Times Square style party with a huge confetti drop to ring in the new year! The event lineup also includes a children's concert with Wendy Morgan & DB, DJ and dance party, hat making and horns, free hair styling, family photos and more! Kids under 12 months are free.

New Year's Day Skate
January 1, 2017
Winnetka Ice Arena, Winnetka IL

The holiday season may be coming to an end, but the winter fun is still alive and well in Winnetka! Celebrate the new year with an open skate around the ice arena. Admission is $2 and skate rentals are $3.50.

Wonderland Express
Through January 2, 2017
Chicago Botanic Garden, Glencoe IL

Kick off the new year on the North Shore with this light show, greenhouse extravaganza, railroad garden and more! Here you can find the city of Chicago in miniature form, explore while it magically snows indoors and take in every holiday exhibition before it ends on January 2! This display has been called one of the Chicago area's top holiday "must-see's," so you won't want to miss it!

The new year is also an excellent time to consider moving to a new home in Winnetka, Glencoe, Deerfield, Highland Park, Northbrook and beyond! Give me a call today for more information about available properties and next steps in the buying process.

Have a safe and happy new year!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, April 20, 2016

5 Places to Enjoy Spring on Chicago's North Shore

Spring has sprung! The weather is warming, the flowers are blooming and the event schedule on the North Shore is only beginning to pick up for the busy months ahead. But that doesn't mean you cannot stop to enjoy a beautiful spring day in Glencoe, Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park, Winnetka or the surrounding areas!

Below are five places on Chicago's North Shore where you can enjoy the season and all that the local communities have to offer:

Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Rd
Glencoe IL

A wonderful place to explore no matter the season, the Chicago Botanic Garden features a waterfall garden, cross bridges across glistening lakes, a Japanese Garden, English Walled Garden, trestles, art exhibits, tours by both train and foot— and so much more in their 26 gardens!

Glencoe Beach
999 Green Bay Rd
Glencoe IL

This North Shore beach is one of the most beautiful in the area! There are daily lifeguards on duty, a sprayground for kids, concession stand, volleyball courts, paddle boards, kayaks, sailboats and lessons in all of the above! What a great place to spend a spring day!

Ladd Memorial Arboretum 
2024 McCormick Blvd
Evanston IL

The Ladd Memorial Arboretum stretches along a 3/4 mile segment of McCormick Blvd on a 23 acre piece of reclaimed land. It is a hub of natural beauty and recreation and is open year-round for all to enjoy!

A.C. Neilsen Tennis Center
530 Hibbard Rd
Winnetka IL

A part of the Winnetka Park District, the A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center has 8 indoor and 12 outdoor courts, a nursery and complete pro shop. The Tennis Center also holds group and private lessons for all ages and abilities.

Northbrook Park District
545 Academy Dr
Northbrook IL

The Park District of Northbrook offers more than 1,000 recreational programs and facilities including outdoor aquatic centers, Sportsman's Country Club (with 27 holes of golf and lighted practice range!), the Northbrook Sports Center, Anestsberger Golf Course, Ed Rudolph Velodrome (for bicycle racing!) and more!

And remember, as your local North Shore real estate expert, I am always on hand to answer questions about the market, buying or selling a home! Do not hesitate to reach out!

I look forward to hearing from you!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Your Guide to 2016 Easter Events on Chicago's North Shore

It's officially time to start thinking spring as we set the clocks ahead, don green for St. Patrick's Day and jot down Easter egg hunts to visit around Chicago's North Shore. There are dozens of spring-centered events to attend this year and as your North Shore real estate expert, I've selected a few to share with you!

If you're planning your Easter weekend or festivities, you will want to consider the following taking place in Winnetka, Glencoe, Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park and the surrounding areas:

Community Easter Egg Hunt
March 19, 2016; 9:30 AM to 11 AM
Northbrook Covenant Church
Northbrook IL

Glencoe Spring Egg Hunt
March 19, 2016; 10 AM
Watts Park
Glencoe IL

Biscuits, Bones and Bunnies: Hound Hunt
March 19, 2016; 11 AM
Watts Park
Glencoe IL

Glenview Park District Eggstravaganza
March 19, 2016; 10 AM to 10:30 AM
Glenview Park District
Glenview IL

West Ridge Egg Hunt
March 19, 2016; 11 AM to 11:45 AM
West Ridge Center
Highland Park IL

LEGO Easter Egg Hunt
March 21-26, 2016; 10 AM to 9 PM
The Lego Store Northbrook Court
Northbrook IL

43rd Annual Egg Hunt
March 26, 2016; 10 AM to 10:30 AM
West Elm Park
Winnetka IL

Doggy Egg Hunt
March 26, 2016; 12 PM to 1 PM
West Elm Park
Winnetka IL

Questions about calling the North Shore your home? I would be glad to hear from you! Give me a call today to discuss available properties in the area, selling your home or purchasing your first in Winnetka, Glencoe, Deerfield, Northbrook or Highland Park.

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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

3 Places to Enjoy the Last of Winter on Chicago's North Shore

According to the Groundhog, we're in for an early spring on Chicago's North Shore! But before you start planning your garden and organizing your spring vacation, there are a few places in the area you might like to visit during these final few weeks of the winter season!

We'll all be heading outdoors soon, so why not venture indoors to get away from the cold and enjoy all that the North Shore has to offer? Whether you're dreaming of a weekend staycation or simply a day trip to a spot you've never been, I'm happy to share the following North Shore locales:

Winnetka Ice Arena
490 Hubbard Road
Winnetka, IL 

The Winnetka Ice Arena is the perfect place to show off your ice skating skills or try something new! Public skating is available Monday through Thursday until May 26 and Saturday and Sundays until March 20. Adults can skate for $7 and youth (ages 5 to 17) for $6, both with a $3.50 skate rental per session. You can also catch the Spring Skating Exhibition on March 12 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM to watch the Free Skate program participants demonstrate their skills!

Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL

The Chicago Botanic Garden has been a must-visit on Chicago's North Shore for more than 40 years! It is one of the world's great living museums and conservation science centers, including 26 gardens, 4 natural areas, 385 acres and 6 miles of shoreline. Winter hours for the Garden are 8 AM to Sunset through March 31. You can also visit the Garden February 14 through March 14 for their renowned Orchid Show!

Athletico Center
1900 Old Willow Rd
Northbrook, IL

When the temperatures drop, head indoors to the Athletico Center in Northbrook! The Athletico Center is the North Shore's premier sports and event center and offers a variety of activities from leagues to classes to birthday parties. The space is home to the IBJI Fieldhouse (a massive indoor field surface), Basketball Court and Event Center (a 7,300 square foot court), a party and meeting room and an outdoor patio (a 2,600 square foot area with outdoor fireplace and grill).

Let me be your guide to the North Shore this year, whether you're looking to purchase your first home or sell your current property and move on to the home you've always been dreaming of! Give me a call today for more information about the local real estate market and a list of available properties!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Where to Celebrate the Holidays on Chicago's North Shore


The holiday season is here! December has arrived, snow has fallen and many North Shore homeowners are decking the halls and trimming the tree. So what comes next? Holiday-themed events to bring the spirit of the season to Winnetka, Deerfield, Glencoe, Northbrook, Highland Park and the surrounding areas! And lucky for us, there is no shortage of festivities on the North Shore!

Below are just a few ways you can plan to celebrate the holidays in the area:

Breakfast with Santa
December 5, 2015
Winnetka Community House
Winnetka IL

Kick off the season with Breakfast with Santa in the newly-transformed Winter Wonderland at Winnetka Community House! This annual event is popular with the whole family and will include a breakfast buffet, a meet and greet with Santa, complimentary photo, personalized crafts and a book to take home from Mrs. Claus' library. Admission is $25 per person, kids under 2 are free.

Wonderland Express
December 5, 2015
Chicago Botanic Garden
Glencoe IL

The Wonderland Express exhibition at the Chicago Botanic Garden offers much to enjoy! The kids will love the trains and indoor snow, the adults will love the city sights and of course, everyone will love the lights!

3rd Annual Holiday Sing Along 
December 6, 2015
Winnetka Community House
Winnetka IL 

The Some Assembly Required 3rd Annual Holiday Sing Along will take place this weekend in Winnetka. $5 per person, $10 per family.

Clara and the Nutcracker
Through December 20, 2015
Piccolo Theatre
Evanston IL

A performance of the Nutcracker is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays on the North Shore! Join Clara on her adventure into dreamland, filled with songs, dancing and memorable characters. But don't be mistaken, this performance is not your average ballet— in fact, there are no tutus and no ballet moves at all! It's a unique show the whole family will love.

It's A Wonderful Life Live Radio Play
Through December 20, 2015
Oil Lamp Theater
Glenview IL

This presentation of "It's A Wonderful Life" is done entirely with the help of a sound effects artist! The story begins on Christmas Eve 1946 at WSTG Radio and reenacts the memorable story of George Bailey. $35 admission includes cookies.

I wish you a happy holiday season and as always, do not hesitate to reach out with any questions about buying or selling a home yet this year or in 2016!

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Where to Find Halloween Fun on Chicago's North Shore

The leaves have turned and soon goblins and ghouls will take to the streets gathering candy from North Shore neighborhoods. But trick-or-treating isn't the only fun to be had in Deerfield, Glencoe, Winnetka, Northbrook and Highland Park!

As your North Shore real estate expert, I'm happy to share with you the many ways to celebrate the fall season and find Halloween fun in the area! So grab your calendar and look over the following events on Chicago's North Shore this month— you're sure to find something the whole family will love!

Pumpkins at the Beach
When: October 23, 2015; 5:30 to 7:30 PM
Where: Tower Road Beach, Tower and Sheridan Rd in Winnetka

Tower Road Beach transforms into a pumpkin patch this Friday for Halloween fun! There will be a costume contest at 7 PM, divided into age groups, pumpkin decorating, carnival games, sound effects and Halloween decor galore! 

Halloween Hoopla
When: October 23, 2015, 7 to 9 PM; October 24, 3 to 9 PM
Where: Jewett Park Community Center in Deerfield

Free admission on Friday! The Halloween Hoopla in Deerfield will include a bonfire and movie in the park, face painting, hayrides, inflatables, laser tag, a DJ and much more!

Lloyd Beach's Haunted Trail of Terror
When: October 24, 2015; 6:30 to 9 PM
Where: Lloyd Beach in Winnetka

Middle-schoolers on up will enjoy this haunted trail through the twists and turns of Lloyd Beach. There will be a graveyard of spirits, haunted boathouse and beach of monsters. The perfect, scary Halloween event on the North Shore!

HallowFest: A Garden of Good... And Evil
When: October 24, 2015, 5:30 to 9 PM; October 25, 4 to 7:30 PM
Where: Regenstein Center, Chicago Botanical Garden in Glencoe

Celebrate Halloween at the Chicago Botanic Garden with costumes, face-painting, ghostly lights, ghost trains and a ride around the garden on the Howlin' Express. 

100th Annual Haunted House and Halloween Party
When: October 30, 2015; 10 AM to 9 PM
Where: Winnetka Community House in Winnetka

There will be a traditionally scary haunted house and a not-so-scary haunted house for the younger crowd at this popular Winnetka event! Bring the entire family to enjoy carnival games, costumed characters, inflatables, photo booth and more before the big Halloween party from 6 to 8 PM.

Janie Bress
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Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Celebrate the Fall Season on Chicago's North Shore

The weather is changing, the leaves are turning color and even the local events are taking on a new theme— it's fall on the North Shore and a busy schedule is in store! The North Shore is beautiful no matter the season, but the fall is especially noteworthy.

As your local real estate expert in addition to a resident myself, I'm happy to share the many ways to enjoy our area! Mark your calendars for the following festive fall events in Glencoe, Winnetka, Deerfield, Northbrook, Highland Park and beyond:

Art and Big Fork Festival
When: September 18-20, 2015; Friday: 4 PM to 9 PM, Saturday: 10 AM to 9 PM, Sunday: 10 AM to 5 PM
Where: Downtown Evanston

Streets will be closed in downtown Evanston for this free fall festival including incredible artwork, live entertainment and dozens of art projects for the kids.

Winnetka Fall Fest
When: September 19, 2015; 4 PM to 10 PM
Where: Duke Childs Field
Winnetka

Winnetka's annual Fall Fest kicks off this weekend and gives attendees the opportunity to celebrate the community and explore local parks with food, drinks, friends and fun for the entire family. Activities planned include a hay ride, pumpkin patch, make your own scarecrow, pumpkin roll and more.

Shermerfest
When: September 20, 2015; 12 PM to 4 PM
Where: Village Green Park
Northbrook

Shermerfest features a collectible and antique car show, children's activities and local food vendors with everything from hot dogs to homemade sweets. This event presented by the Northbrook Historical Society is free to attend and is heralded as the community fall festival that transports attendees back in time.

Fall Bulb Festival
When: October 2-4, 2015; 10 AM to 4 PM
Where: Chicago Botanic Garden
Glencoe

With a harvest market, cider, live entertainment and more, the Fall Bulb Festival is the perfect seasonal event! The festival will host over 20 local vendors and their fresh herbs, vegetables, homemade baked goods and treats, in addition to over 225 varieties of bulbs. Varieties include daffodils, tulips, mums, peonies, asters, amaryllis and speciality bulbs, to name a few. There will also be gardening experts on hand to offer tips!

If you're interested in calling the North Shore your home this year, do not hesitate to give me a call! It is my top priority to walk you through the process of buying or selling a home, answering all of your questions along the way.

Janie Bress
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Friday, April 10, 2015

Spring and Summer Inspiration for Your Home on Chicago's North Shore

Now that the weather is getting warmer on the North Shore, homeowners are venturing outside to spruce landscaping, plant gardens and even bring in new furniture for a fresh look. But instead of going with your usual spring and summer routine to boost curb appeal, it's time to inspire yourself! The upcoming Antiques Garden and Design Show April 17 through 19th at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe provides just the atmosphere to do so. 

Formerly known as the Antiques and Garden Fair, the 2015 show is offering a whole new format for inspiring stylish living and homes on the North Shore. This year is all about showing North Shore homeowners the new and extraordinary, featuring beautiful gardens and objects that you may have never seen before.

The Antiques Garden and Design Show in Glencoe will display indoor gardens, a horticulture section (new this year!) and an opportunity to enjoy shopping, local cuisine and complimentary valet parking at the Preview Evening on Thursday, April 16th. 

The following are just some of the highlights you can expect to find at this year's show:
  • Display gardens
New, indoor gardens in the spring colors of green and chartreuse are a breath of fresh air after the long, winter.
  • Lectures
Lecturers include an internationally-acclaimed interior designer and garden journalist and historian to share tips on decorating your North Shore home this season and creating simplicity in your outdoor spaces. 

Held April 17-19, 2015; 10 AM to 5 PM, Friday through Sunday, this popular show on Chicago's North Shore is an excellent opportunity to get inspired to create fresh, new spaces in your home

If you are ready for a fresh start in a new home this spring and summer, do not hesitate to contact me! I am a seasoned North Shore real estate expert and am happy to help you navigate the market to find your dream home.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Janie Bress
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Friday, September 26, 2014

Don’t Miss the Evanston Art and Big Fork Festival This Weekend!

A variety of artists will feature their original art at the festival.
Are you looking for a fun activity to do outdoors with your family this weekend? The fall weather is looking absolutely gorgeous for the EvanstonArt and Big Fork Festival!

The streets of downtown Evanston, IL will be closed both Saturday and Sunday from 10am-9pm for this event. Tonight (Friday, Sept 26) there will be live music and food from a variety of restaurants from 5-9pm.

The very best artists will be featured at this event and all art is original and crosses the spectrum of price points. Art will be available to purchase from classic categories such as paintings, sculpture, photography as well as unique categories such as handmade jewelry, glass, wood, art made from recycled materials and one-of-a-kind furniture.

In addition to having a variety of art to enjoy and even purchase, this festival also includes a wide variety of Evanston’s great restaurants and have live music playing.

The Evanston, IL Green Living Festival is also taking place this weekend, on Saturday starting at 9am. This event will include a variety of “green” exhibitors and various educational areas for adults and children. And of course, no event would be complete without a delicious menu of food to choose from!

Fall can be an excellent time to list your house and to shop for a new North Shore home. If you are in the market for a North Shore real estate agent, you have come to the right place. I have a wealth of experience with North Shore real estate and would be happy to help you find the home of your dreams!

Janie Bress
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