As North Shore Real Estate agents, we not only enjoy talking about the North Shore Real Estate market and home advice, but love helping others discover what makes Chicago’s North Shore such a great place to call “home.” Each community in the North Shore, from Evanston, Glencoe and Highland Park to Skokie, Kenilworth and Wilmette all have unique features that make attractive to a variety of people. Our goal is to help people find the ideal home that fits their needs and lifestyle, as well as a North Shore community that they feel is a place they can enjoy for years to come.
The North Shore offers the quiet lifestyle and charm that many residents seek, but also boasts endless activities and things to do for those who desire to be actively involved in their community. If you are searching for something to do this weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day, the North Shore has a variety of great events and restaurants that are holding specials in honor of moms. Below are a few of the highlights of things going on this weekend in the North Shore.
Things To Do
Evanston Symphony Orchestra: Rhapsody in Blue
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall at Northwestern University
50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston
www.evanstonsymphony.org/
- Celebrate a "suite" Mother's Day with the ESO and Maestro Eckerling, as he debuts as pianist (while conducting) in Gershwin's ever-popular Rhapsody in Blue. This all-American season finale includes suites for full orchestra from Bernstein's Broadway musical, Howard Hanson's tuneful opera, and Copland's classic ballet featuring the Shaker melody "Simple Gifts". $30 Adult, $25 Seniors, 12 and under free..
Mother's Day Brunch at Chicago Botanic Garden
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe
www.chicagobotanic.org/
- Publications issued by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, have made a significant impact on science over the last 250 years. Many of these works are a part of the Lenhardt Library's collection, and selections will be on view. Adults $54.95/49.95; Children 3-12 yrs. $27.95/24.95; children 2 and under are free.
Mother's Day House Walk
Charles Dawes House
225 Greenwood, Evanston
www.evanstonhistorycenter.org/
- Noon - 5pm. Since its inception, Evanston History Center’s house walk has embodied the best of history and architecture. This year we bring you several private homes, including a stunning 1899 Myron Hunt home. This magnificent home was originally built as a coach house in 1892 and converted into a single-family home is 1962. Also on the walk is a fabulous 25-room house, modeled on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's home in Cambridge, MA built in 1894. The house walk includes interior viewing of all the houses on the walk. $35 in advance; $40 at the door.
Places to Eat
Pinstripes
1150 Willow Road, Northbrook
www.pinstripes.com/
- Mother's Day Brunch, 10am to 2pm. Carved Prime Rib, delicious seafood, chocolate fountain and delectable desserts. Adults $26, Children 6-12, $12 Children 5 and under free.
Quince at the Homestead
1625 Hinman Avenue, Evanston
www.quincerestaurant.net/
- Chef Motto's Spring 3-course brunch menu is a perfect gift priced at $35 per adult and will be served on Mother's Day from 9:30am to 2:30pm. All the little ones will be equally pleased with a $15/child 2-course menu.
Di Pescara
Northbrook Court, Northbrook
www.di-pescara.com/
- Serving Mother's Day brunch from 10am to 2pm. Adults $29.95 and Children $14.95.
We hope you’re able to get out and enjoy Chicago’s North Shore this weekend, along with celebrating Mother’s Day! Now that the weather is warming up, those of you who have lived in the North Shore for some time are getting to take part in your favorite summer festivities and traditions.
If you are not currently a North Shore resident, but have been considering buying a North Shore home this spring; let us know! We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about the Chicago North Shore Real Estate market and show you some of the homes currently available in the North Shore communities. Feel free to contact us today to get started!
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