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Palatine's 'Girls on the Town' a Smashing Success!
Despite the misty weather on Friday night, more than 300 men and women participated in the yearly event in downtown Palatine.
The threat of rain and a few light showers didn’t stop more than 300 women and men from descending upon downtown Palatine on Friday, April 24th to enjoy the yearly ‘Girls on the Town’ evening of fun. The event is presented by the Downtown Palatine Business Association (DPBA).
Sixteen of the DPBA member businesses opened their doors between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. to provide complimentary wine and food, special offers and discounts, in addition to product and service demonstrations.
Participants get their ‘Passport’ stamped at each business, which qualifies them to win a raffle prize at every one they visit.
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“We were pleasantly surprised at how wonderful the turnout was,” said Tina Dekoning, owner of Anne’s Unique Boutique, a consignment boutique located at 16 S. Bothwell Street. “We appreciate all of the strong support, and look forward to this event growing each year.”
And even though it’s called Girls on the Town, men are welcome to participate as well.
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Hank Sobotka, Vice President of Community Banking at Palatine Bank and Trust, and the DPBA treasurer, said he decided to provide a special men-only raffle during the evening.
“We raffled off a grill, specifically for the men who participated to encourage them to come back next year and bring friends,” Sobotka said. “We want to encourage everyone in Palatine and the surrounding communities to come out during these events to support the businesses of downtown Palatine and enjoy our beautiful downtown.”
Participating businesses included:
American Legion of Palatine— Anne’s Unique Boutique— Arete Salon and Spa—Chandelier Boutique— Christie’s Dairy Delights— Cook, Cork and Fork— Durty Nellie’s West Irish Pub— Foxglove Cottage— Harrington Manor— JL’s Pizza & Sports Bar—Monson Jewelers— Palatine Bank and Trust— Tap House Grill— Salon MMM— Shine Body Therapies— Sweet C’s Bakery.
The Downtown Palatine Business Association presents a number of events each year, including Girls on the Town the third Friday in April, Sidewalk Sales in late May, the Sweet Pea Pet Parade during Street Fest at the end of August and Holidays on the Town the Friday night and Saturday before Thanksgiving.
To learn more, visit the Downtown Palatine Business Association website.
