Looking for things to do on the North Shore? Here are some activities for the whole family. Schoolhouse Rock Live Sunday, April 3 at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm Centre East, Skokie Tickets: $18 If you were a fan of the 70’s cartoon, “Schoolhouse Rock” (and even if you weren’t) you’ll enjoy this musical ...

03/28/2011

A Tour of Winnetka's Antiques Shops

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In my experience the term, “antique” is often used rather loosely to describe anything that’s “pre-owned,” and anyone’s cast-off junk seems to qualify. But if you want to shop for antiques that actually fit the time-tested definition (”An item which is at least 100 years old and is collected or ...

03/23/2011

Highwood Has Some Great Restaurants. Bertucci's Is Not One of Them.

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I’m not a food snob. But when I go out to eat I want to get what I pay for. If I go to Coco Pazzo, I know the tab will be high. And I know the food will be excellent: inspired dishes that are beautifully presented and delicious. When I go to Olive Garden I lower my expectations, for both the food...

03/20/2011

Today's "Starter Home" is Different

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Back when we bought our first house, we were looking for something with “potential.” Decent neighborhood, enough space, a good floor plan, some vintage details and a yard for our future dog. We understood that a house we could afford would need some TLC: a fresh coat of paint, some repairs and so...

03/16/2011

Ready for TV Tune-Out Week?

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It’s time to turn off the TV, log off of Club Penguin and put away the Wii. At least for the next week. For one week every March North Shore families are challenged to turn off their TVs, computers and video screens and explore other non-electronic interests and activities. The 17th annual TV Tu...

03/09/2011

District 39 Referendum: Impact on Schools and Property Values

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Ask anyone why they moved to the North Shore and they will tell you that our excellent schools were a driving factor, if not THE driving factor. And they pay a premium to live here and access those schools. Wilmette is one North Shore community with a strong tradition of academic excellence. Thre...

03/06/2011