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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Spring is in the air! Get out and experience Chicago’s North Shore!

Now that winter is officially over, it’s time to get out and experience all that Chicago's North Shore has to offer.  As the weather begins to warm, the local neighborhoods begin to buzz with activity.  Since I have over 25 years of North Shore real estate experience, believe me when I tell you that there’s something for everyone to partake in this spring.

Eggs to Chicks Exhibit

Kohl Children's Museum 

2100 Patriot Blvd. 

Glenview, IL 

(847) 832-6600

Now - May 16, 2014 

Spring is for new beginnings, and the Kohl’s Children’s Museum demonstrates just that to North Shore children with an exhibit that contains over 100 hatching eggs.  Children will be able to witness the cycle starting in an incubator that is just their viewing height through new born chicks running about in a pen.  They can also enjoy all of the permanent exhibits including Adventures in Art, Powered by Nature, and the Ravina Festival Music Makers.  Plan a visit for a delightful and educational family experience.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Piccolo Theatre at Evanston Arts Depot 

600 Main Street at the Metra Station 

Evanston, IL 60202 

(847) 424-0089

Now - May 3, 2014 

Why not experience a Shakespearian classic in the intimate 50-person setting of a local North Shore theater while you have the chance?  Located at the Evanston Main Street Metra Station, Piccolo Theatre, Inc. is a professional performing ensemble that focuses on performing contemporary and classic comedic works.  The Chicago’s North Shore historic venue was almost demolished in 1999, but Piccolo Theatre Inc. was at the front of the effort to preserve and restore the venue.  It is now also home to the Custer Fair and Piccolatté Cafe as well.

Friday Night Flights

Sips On Sherman 

1741 Sherman Ave 

Evanston, IL 

(847) 328-4400

April 25, 2014 - Ongoing

Fridays from 6pm-8pm, Sips on Sherman offers weekly wine and cheese pairings.  Discover your new favorite wine or learn something new to add to your next North Shore soirée.  Sips on Sherman is Evanston’s first and most awarded wine shop.  They offer a wide variety of events, as well as a monthly wine club.  No reservation required, just show up!

Northbrook On Ice

Northbrook Sports Center 

1730 Pfingsten Road 

Northbrook, IL 

(847) 291-2993

May 9, 2014 - May 11, 2014 

Go see the 45th anniversary of this North Shore event!  You will experience a wide array of figure skaters of all ages and levels.  The Northbrook Sports Center is home to some of the most talented amateur skaters in the country.  Take this opportunity to see some of the North Shore’s most promising local athletes.  

Chicago’s North Shore has so much to offer, regardless of which neighborhood suits your fancy.  I have assisted so many in locating their perfect North Shore home, I would love to assist you in doing the same.  Please contact me if I am able to help you in either buying or selling in the area.  

Janie Bress
Your North Shore Real Estate Expert

North Shore Real Estate
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Local Expert... with National Connections!

Locally or across the country, think of me as your national connection. I can help you with all your real estate needs anywhere in the United States.