The Thomas Team is Proud to Sponsor Evanston's Flying Turkey Run!

One of the things we enjoy about being real estate agents in Evanston is the opportunity to tell potential buyers or those relocating to the area what makes Evanston such a great place to call “home.” This vibrant, community-centered town is a unique blend of big city life, with Chicago nearby, and small town atmosphere. Charming turn of the century homes as well as renovated downtown Evanston condos also provide a wide variety of living options!

 

As Evanston Real Estate agents, we want to provide you with up to date Evanston Real Estate market news and pertinent home buying and selling information, but also give you a taste of the Evanston lifestyle. Today, we’re highlighting a a great event taking place in Evanston this month that you won’t want to miss!

 

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND AT 9AM

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.EVANSTONFLYING5K.COM

This certified 5K run and walk will be along the beautiful Evanston lakefront newly paved path beginning at Sheridan Road and Church Street.

Canned goods will be collected before the race to benefit the Evanston Harvest Food Pantry. Please bring non-perishable food items to donate to this worthy cause.

Every registered participant will receive a Goodie Bag for the event. The first 2000 participants will get a sweatshirt.

For full race details: www.evanstonflying5k.com

If you’re currently an Evanston resident, we’re sure you enjoy living in Evanston as much as we enjoy living and working here as Evanston Real Estate agents! Thinking of moving to this great city? Please feel free to contact us! We’ll answer any questions you may have about living in Evanston and can show you some of the gorgeous homes currently on the Evanston Real Estate market.

We look forward to hearing from you!


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Evanston Welcomes 2012!

In Evanston and the Chicago North Shore area, there are plenty of ways to welcome in the New Year! So before you worry about making resolutions, take the opportunity to enjoy these special events!

Friday Dec 30, learn some new moves at the Boocoo Cultural Center! Bachata dance classes are only $8. From traditional, to tango or ballroom, this energetic dance style can be as flexible as you are.

Saturday, Dec 31, include the kids in cultural experiences with a trip to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian. There is a special craft hour for kids at 11:00 a.m, ages 4 and up. Saturday hours at the museum are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Adult admission is $5, and only $2.50 for kids, students and seniors.

Saturday, Dec 31, the whole family can enjoy a kid-friendly party in nearby Wilmette. For $30, a family of four gets dinner, art activities, sparkling beverages, noisemakers (you wanted those, didn’t you?) and a countdown with balloon drop. The party goes from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is hosted by Growth Spurts.

Looking for live music, dancing, and cocktails on New Year’s Eve? The Firehouse Grill has an all-night appetizer buffet, live entertainment, and a champagne toast at midnight. Advance tickets online are $45, otherwise it's $55 at the door.

If you want to go formal, Pensiero Ristorante has two options. Early dining begins at 6:30 p.m. at $65 per person, which includes a four-course menu. If you are looking for a complete New Year’s Eve experience, the 9:00 p.m. seating includes a five-course menu, live music and dancing, midnight toast and party favors, for $95 per person. Beverages, sales tax and gratuity are not included in these prices. Reservations are strongly recommended.

At The Thomas Team, we know that Evanston is a great place to live, work and play! The Chicago North Shore offers the warmth of established communities while providing an eclectic mix of casual delights and upscale sophistication. If you’re not already a part of our area, why not join us? We have a great selection of homes and condos to show you. The Evanston real estate market is our specialty! If you are buying or selling a home during 2012, we can help.

Wishing you a happy and prosperous New Year,

The Thomas Team
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Enjoy a Healthy Lifestyle on Chicago's North Shore!

Living on Chicago’s North Shore offers a lifestyle that is hard to find anywhere else!  The North Shore cities of Winnetka, Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Highland Park and other surrounding areas entail a perfect blend of a strong sense of community and metropolitan vibrancy.  Unique offerings provide each Chicago North Shore area with it’s own sense of style and environment, while the close proximity to downtown Chicago is ideal for experiencing a world class city.  No matter what type of lifestyle you’re after, you’re sure to find it on Chicago’s North Shore!

In working with the Chicago North Shore Real Estate market, one of the things we love about our job is being able to highlight the communities to those relocating to the area.  Buyers want to know more than the types of homes that are currently on the Chicago North Shore Real Estate market, but also what each city has to offer to enrich their lives.  

The Chicago North Shore is committed to providing a healthy lifestyle and community which many buyers are looking for in the area in which they live.  Communities throughout the North Shore promote health and giving back to their surroundings through weekly farmer’s markets.  

There are many to choose from along the Chicago North Shore, so feel free to try the one closest to you, or try them all!  Below is a highlight of some of the North Shore farmer’s markets, so be sure to take advantage of these markets before the season ends!

Wilmette

Wilmette French Market: Downtown Metra Parking Lot
Saturdays, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
April 30 – October

Glenview

Glenview Farmer’s Market: Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Rd.
Saturdays, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
June 25 through October 8

Evanston

Downtown Market: Corner of University Place and East Railroad Ave.
Saturdays, 7:30 am – 1:00 pm
May 7 – November 15

West End Market: Church St. and Dodge Ave. (Evanston High School Parking Lot)
Saturdays, 8:30 am – 3:00 pm
June 4 – October 29

Central Street Farmer’s Market: Independence Park (Central and Stewart)
Wednesdays, 3:00- 7:00 pm
June 1 – October 26

Highland Park

Port Clinton Square Farmer’s Market: corner route 41 and Park West Ave.
Thursdays, 4:00 – 9:00 pm
June 23 – October 27

Glencoe

Glencoe Farmer’s Market: Village Court near Hazel
Saturdays, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Through October 29

We hope that by attending the farmers market you will quickly begin to feel a part of the community.  It’s a great way to meet local farmers and vendors, as well being able to get to know your neighbors!  

If you have been considering moving to the Chicago North Shore, but aren’t quite sure where to start; please let us know!  Our team of experienced Chicago North Shore Real Estate agents would love to show you around, answer your questions and help you throughout the entire home buying process.  

Please feel free to contact us today to get started!

The Thomas Team
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Get Local and Take Part in Chicago North Shore Farmers' Markets!

Summer in Chicago’s North Shore is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the sights, sounds and even tastes of the season.  As Chicago North Shore Real Estate agents, we enjoy bringing you a wide variety of information about the North Shore lifestyle and feel that this well-rounded approach provides you with the information you want!

Whether you’re a current Chicago North Shore resident, or are considering moving to Winnetka, Highland Park, Glencoe, Skokie, Evanston or any of the other North Shore cities; we want to ensure that you’re up to date on the current real estate and community news!  Finding a home in Chicago’s North Shore is just part of the North Shore experience.  While you do want to love your home, you also want to be in a neighborhood that provides an even greater quality of life.

One way to experience the North Shore communities is through the local farmers’ markets.  These are an ideal way to enjoy the Chicago summer, meet up with friends and family, get to know your neighbors and experience the healthy lifestyle that can be found on Chicago’s North Shore.  We’ve rounded up a few of the local farmers markets and hope you get the opportunity to take part in this North Shore community event!

Northfield Farmers’ Market
6 Happ Road, Northfield

www.updates.winnetkachamber.com/Events/details/northfield-farmer-s-market

Saturdays from May 28- October 22
7:30am-12:30pm

- Located across the street from New Trier High School's Northfield Campus, The Northfield Farmer's Market will run throughout the summer and early fall rain or shine. Stop by each Saturday to shop fresh fruit, artisan breads, and beautiful plants.

Glencoe Farmers’ Market
Glencoe Village Hall
675 Village Court, Glencoe
www.glencoechamber.org

Saturdays from June-October
8am-1pm

- The Market is under new management and will have returning
favorites, including KAP Farms, the French Nuns, Barry's Berries and The Flower Garden.  New to the Market will be vendors offering specialty olive oils, vinegars and spices, breads and pastas, apples and apple products, cookies and brownies, coffee and made-on-the-spot crepes!

Evanston Farmers’ Market
University Place & Oak Avenue, Evanston
www.cityofevanston.org/evanston-life/farmers-market

Saturdays from May 7-November 5
7:30am-1pm

- Now in its 36th year, the Evanston Farmers' Market has a festive atmosphere and is a real crowd-pleaser! Thirty-seven vendors sell a wide variety of goods, including fruits, vegetables, meat, flowers, cheese, milk, eggs and bakery items. Reusable and biodegradable bags are sold on site.

Of course there are more Farmers’ Markets taking place throughout Chicago’s North Shore, but we wanted to highlight a few options.  We hope you take advantage of these healthy and fun options for getting involved in the North Shore communities.

As Chicago North Shore Real Estate agents, we’re here to help you in any way we can!  Please feel free to contact us anytime with questions regarding the Chicago North Shore Real Estate market, buying or selling a North Shore home or questions about the Chicago North Shore lifestyle.  

We look forward to hearing from you!

The Thomas Team
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Celebrate Art This Weekend in Chicago's North Shore!

As Chicago North Shore Real Estate agents we enjoy, not only helping people buy or sell a North Shore home, but helping them discover the North Shore lifestyle.  Living in Chicago’s North Shore means being surrounded by a wide variety of things to see and do.  Whether you venture into downtown Chicago for a night on the town, or want to take in the local park in your neighborhood; living in Chicago’s North Shore has much to offer.

An example of life in the North Shore is taking place this weekend with the 14th Annual Highland Park Festival of Fine Craft.  This free, two-day outdoor event runs Friday, June 25 through Saturday, June 26 and is open to everyone!  Come experience the craftsmanship and creativity of over 100 local artisans.  You’ll enjoy live entertainment, activities for children, high quality foods from local restaurants and a silent auction.  This anticipated event gives Highland Park residents the opportunity to meet local artists and buy directly from them, which is a great way to interact with the Highland Park community and give back to its committment to art.

The Highland Park Festival of Fine Craft benefits The Art Center of Highland Park.  This center is a non-profit school and gallery with a focus in providing the best in contemporary art and craft to Highland Park.  The Art Center is celebrated for advocating for local artists and building a community wide appreciation for the arts through educational programs and exhibits.  To learn more about The Art Center or the Highland Park Festival of Fine Craft; please visit The Art Center website.

It’s special events like this that take place throughout Chicago’s North Shore that builds a sense of community and an unparalleled quality of life.  If you’ve been considering buying a home in Highland Park or any of the surrounding cities such as Evanston, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Skokie, Glenview, Wilmette or even Chicago; please let us know!

We would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about the North Shore Real Estate market and even show you some of the homes that are currently available in Chicago’s North Shore.  Our goal is to help you find the home that fits your needs and lifestyle while being a trusted resource that can help you get comfortable with your new surroundings.  Please feel free to contact us today with your questions or to get started in your Chicago North Shore home search!

We hope to hear from you soon!

The Thomas Team
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Enjoy Mother's Day this Weekend in Chicago's North Shore!

Living in Chicago’s North Shore means having the best of fine suburban living with the best shops, restaurants, beautiful tree-line neighborhoods, excellent schools and close proximity to the vibrant metropolis of downtown Chicago!

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!

The Thomas Team
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