| |
The staff of Chicago's North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau wishes you a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. Remember, the Smoke Free Illinois act has taken effect. For information and downloadable signage, click here (and go to www.smoke-free.illinois.gov). As always, we appreciate the support you have shown for our efforts and we look forward to working with you in the year ahead! If you have not received your 2008 computer monitor calendar or if you wish to obtain more of them, please email Jennifer Williams at jwilliams@cnscvb.com
Back to top
Registration Now Underway!
February 13-15
Springfield Hilton, Springfield, Illinois
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, the Illinois Bureau of Tourism and Visit Illinois are gearing up to host the 21st Annual Illinois Governor's Conference at the Hilton Springfield. This year's conference is themed Making News, and features top-tier, industry-renowned speakers and experts who will focus on looking ahead at unique industry trends, new media technology, how to market to growing travel segments and more. Attendees will have many opportunities to network and make valuable new contacts including various receptions and an extensive tradeshow featuring products and services related to the tourism industry. New this year, a special half-day pre-conference workshop will take place entitled Heritage Development and its Impact on Tourism. To learn more about the conference and for registration information, please visit www.iltourismconference.com. If you are interesting in participating in the trade show, please e-mail Nina Winston at nwinston@visitillinois.net.
Back to top
Saturday, January 5
Village Green
Shermer Road and Walters Avenue, Northbrook
The Northbrook Park District is hosting a fabulous Winter Carnival to celebrate the season with hay rides, ice sculptures, games, prizes, art activities and a chili cook-off. Set up for the chili cook-off begins at 12:30 pm. The judging takes place at 1 pm, followed by a public tasting and prizes for first, second and third place. Other food and drinks will be available for purchase. Make it a fun family activity…all ages are welcome! For more information, please call 847-291-2980 or visit www.nbparks.org.
Back to top
January 10 - February 13
Piven Theatre
927 Noyes Street, Evanston
The Performance Lab of Piven has collaborated with the Storybox Ensemble to present STORYBOX, a 90-minute, one-act improv production for adult audiences. Using only wooden sticks, colored pieces of cloth, and a single audience suggestion, this highly talented ensemble of theatre artists builds an original story in front of your eyes. Utilizing movement, scene-work, and transformations to create the arc of the story, they develop characters, themes, and scene structure into a performance that brings the audience along on the main character's personal journey. STORYBOX has been in existence for the past four years, has performed over 150 times to more than 25,000 audience members, and features a diverse ensemble of actors and musicians. For more information and tickets, please call 847-866-8049 or visit www.piventheatre.org.
Back to top
Capitol Steps - Jan 17 - 20
Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats - Feb 2
North Shore Center for the
Performing Arts in Skokie
9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
Just as the 2008 election buzz heats up, Capitol Steps bring their laugh-out-loud political satire back to the Centre East for 5 side-splitting shows. "Pardon Me, George" and "Fake It To The Right" are just a sampling of their masterful parodies. They're a perennial crowd pleaser! And for those wanting something special for the entire family, the world's leading Chinese acrobatic troupe (the Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats) returns to Centre East with a brand new show complete with traditional dance, spectacular costumes and amazing acrobatics! You'll find yourself at the end of your seat wondering, how did they do that? For more information and tickets for either show, please call 847-673-6300 or visit www.northshorecenter.org.
Back to top
January 17
Wilmette Theatre
1122 Central Ave.
Director and Academy Award Winning Actress Olympia Dukakis and Playwright Todd Logan provide a unique behind the scenes look at the world premiere of the play BOTANIC GARDEN. Ms. Dukakis will also discuss the state of theater and film in America today on January 17th at 7pm. The $30 ticket price and also includes a ticket to the play which is being performed at the Victory Garden Theater in Chicago. Purchase tickets by calling: Victory Gardens Box Office at 773-871-3000. Your code word for this special offer is "Wilmette Theater." Buddy Holly for Kids, Yesteryears at the Wilmette, Silent Film Night, Rocky Horror Picture Show, are additional programs at the Wilmette Theatre. For more information, visit www.wilmettetheatre.com.
Back to top
January 21 - May 12
Kohl Children's Museum
2100 Patriot Blvd., Glenview
If you're looking for a unique venue for your next private party, look no further! With 17 interactive, hands-on exhibits, Kohl Children's Museum of Greater Chicago promises a fun, whimsical environment that will linger in your guests' minds for years to come. And now, for a limited time, the museum is rolling out the big red carpet with an exclusive private party rental package for you to really put on the dog…the Big Red Dog, that is! Now is your chance to host a big red party that features the exciting, one-of-a-kind, new traveling exhibit, Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog™. Evenings after 5:30 p.m. and Sunday mornings for breakfast are available for your private Clifford party. The museum can even arrange a personal visit from the Big Red Dog himself! For more information, please call 847-832-6914 or visit www.kohlchildrensmuseum.org.
Back to top
Thursday Evening, January 24
Shallots Bistro
4741 Main St., Skokie
Be sure to join us at Shallots Bistro for our monthly networking event. Please don't think of Shallots Bistro as Chicagoland's premier Kosher restaurant....think of it as a great restaurant that happens to be Kosher! The after-work gathering, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, includes complimentary beer, wine and appetizers, and is a wonderful way for partners to meet one another, share ideas and learn more about the visitor-boosting efforts of Chicago's North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau. The networking event is open to all CNSCVB partners and there is no charge to attend, but you must RSVP by Monday, January 21 to Jennifer Williams (CNSCVB Manager of Membership and Advertising) at 847-763-0011 x 22 or e-mail her at jwilliams@cnscvb.com. We look forward to seeing you!
Back to top
1143 Greenleaf Avenue, Wilmette
To make room for new inventory, Raven and Dove is having a sale of its extraordinary collection of holiday décor, music boxes, pottery, glass, jewelry, candles soaps and other handmade goods that make this North Shore store the spot for that special gift or indulgence for yourself. Check out their new collections including PYLONES, a whimsical collection of kitchen and desk accessories. For more information, call 847-251-9550.
Back to top
Northwestern University's 66th
Annual Dolphin Show
January 25-February 2
Cahn Auditorium
600 Emerson Street, Evanston
Now in its 66th year, Northwestern University's Dolphin Show, the country's largest student-produced musical, proudly presents Rodgers & Hammerstein's Carousel. This beloved story, with one of the greatest scores of all time featuring such memorable songs as "You'll Never Walk Alone" and "If I Loved You," focuses on laid-back Billy Bigelow, who dies and goes to heaven after helping his pregnant wife commit a robbery. When he returns to Earth 15 years later, he discovers his teenage daughter. Filled with love, passion, fear and longing, Carousel is truly an all-time favorite. For more information and tickets, please call 847-467-4000 or click here.
Back to top
January 30 - March 9
Northlight Theatre - North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie
9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
Meet the women of Gee's Bend, who sing hauntingly beautiful gospel melodies as they create magnificent (and now, world-famous) hand-made quilts. This epic spans fifty years and follows Sadie Pettway through the trials of an abusive marriage, racial indignities and the hardships of the working poor. Inspired by a true story, Gee's Bend has already touched millions who have witnessed the stunning quilt work through a national exhibition tour, on PBS's NewsHour with Jim Lehrer, and in such national magazines as Newsweek, House and Garden, and Oprah Winfrey's O Magazine. This is a production that should not be missed. For more information and tickets, please call 847-673-6300 or visit www.northlight.org.
Back to top
Thursday, January 31
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
The Chicago Botanic Garden, in collaboration with Horticulture magazine, presents a garden design symposium called Down to Earth Gardening. Nan Sinton, Horticulture's director of programs, will lead the day's activities and introduce the speakers who will talk about gardening smarter, problem solving and going green with the best new plants. They will also share their expertise regarding various plants and design, while offering gardening tips and secrets for success. Cost to attend is $129, which includes lunch. Chicago Botanic Garden members and Horticulture magazine subscribers receive a reduced rate of $119. For more information or to register, call (877) 436-7764, or click here.
Back to top
January 31 – February 10
Skokie Theatre
1924 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie
Returning after a sold-out summer engagement, Hizzoner chronicles Mayor Richard J. Daley (1902 – 1976), authoritarian politician, family man and dynasty builder, whose life was inextricably bound to Chicago, the city he loved. Hizzoner offers up personalities who worked with Daley and some - like Jesse Jackson - with whom he had a crucial crossing of paths. There is also a glimpse into how "Da Mare" may have seen himself. For tickets and information, call 847-677-7761 or visit www.skokietheatre.com.
Back to top
Men and Women Take to the Court!
Welsh-Ryan Arena
1501 Central, Evanston
See Big Ten basketball at its very best as the Wildcat season continues in the New Year. Get all the excitement, action and fun right here on Chicago's North Shore when Northwestern's men's and women's basketball teams take to the court with speed, focus and a determination to win!
A perfect activity for the entire family. For tickets and a complete schedule of home games, please call 847-491-CATS or visit www.nusports.com.
Back to top
U.S. Poker and Casino Parties
U.S. Poker and Casino Parties is the premiere provider of corporate casino entertainment. Hosting groups from 30 to 2,000 people, their courteous dealers provide instruction to ensure guests thoroughly enjoy the evening of entertainment. And now with the updated laws stating no permits or charitable contribution is required to host an event, you are literally only one phone call away to a successful, stress-free event! Contact Melissa Garski at 312.479.5052. For more information, visit www.USPokerSeries.com.
Back to top |
Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Scholastic Entertainment, Inc. ©2008 Scholastic and logos are trademarks of Scholastic Entertainment, Inc. CLIFFORD, EMILY ELIZABETH, CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG and logos are trademarks of Norman Bridwell. All rights reserved. ©2008 CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG and logos are trademarks of Norman Bridwell. All rights reserved
|
|
|
Please send us your events as well as any news and photos we can use to keep our North Shore visitors and community informed. Send your submissions to gspeckman@cnscvb.com.
|
|
