Jokotade Greenberg

Cook County

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Park Ridge

Illinois

Niles-Morton Grove

Des Plaines

Eric DeGrechie

Glenview

Rachel Barnes

Skokie

Wilmette-Kenilworth

Northbrook

Evanston

Winnetka-Glencoe

Lincoln Square

Oak Park-River Forest

The Evanston Made Group Show is an annual showcase of art and handmade goods created by our members. This exhibit is FREE to enter and non juried; we believe every artist deserves at least ONE equitable and accessible exhibit a year.
We plan to exhibit Small Works to maximize our new space Shop Evanston Made at 822 Dempster St. Exhibit runs November 6 – November 15.

Mediums on exhibit and for sale include 2D original art (paintings, photography, collage, textile, etc.) and prints, 3D sculpture, ceramics and original pieces from jewelry to book and paper arts.


Exhibition Events
<ul><li>Group Show Open House&nbsp; is 11/6, 12-8p, <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evanston-made-members-group-show-2026-open-house-tickets-2002593745802?aff=oddtdtcreator&amp;keep_tld=true" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">RSVP to attend here</a></li></ul>
<ul><li>Closing reception is 11/15, 3-6p</li></ul>
Participating Artists
Adriana Poterash • Agnes Voltz • Al Gabor • Alice George • Alicja Pulit • Alysa Kirkpatrick • Amber Matthews • Amy Newhouse • Amy Sobin • amy amoroso • Angela Williams • Anna Marie Crovetti • Ava Suarez • Barbara Sears • Beth Shadur • Beth Adler • Bob Kiolbassa • Bonnie Katz • C. Thresher • Carlos Gomez • Christopher Mast • Claire Tarnacki • Clark Ellithorpe • Cynthia Kerby • David Garcia • David Roberts • Debora Masterson • Deborah Popely • Deborah Jost-Beauford • Don Guss • Edna Mourao • Ella Kovacs • Ellen Schwarzbach • Ellen Greene • Erik Hehrmann • Fay Robinson • Frances M Ward • Freddie Levin • Hazel Dixon • Hilda Raisner • Iliana Cardona • Iman Dzombic Hajdarevic • Jackie Melissas • James Deeb • Jamie Thome • Jamie Adams • Janice Fleckman • Janis Post • Jean Cunningham • Jeanine Coupe Ryding • Jeff Garrett • Jena Doolas • Jennifer Otsuka • Jennifer B. • Jennifer Presant • Jim Parks • Joel Dewey • Jolee Klugherz • Joyce Elias • Joyce OCallaghan • Juan G. • Jude Mahler • Julie Fleps • Julie Richardson • Julie Rivera • KaiLee Shapiro • Karen Forester • Karen Perl • Kathe Stoepel • Kathy Markbreit • Kathy Jaeck Hall • Kira Joy Alvitre • Kristen Neveu • Lawrence Manuel • Lee Gundersheimer • Leena Wodskow • Leslie Armstrong • Linda Cruz-Uribe • Linda Iverson • Linda Edelstein • Lisa Haskin • Liz Cramer • Madeline Usher • Maggie Drouillard • Maggie Weiss • Maja Kalabic • Margaret Schott • Marjorie Davidson • Mark Hudson • Mark Collins • Mark Cleveland • Marla Gunderson • Marsha Peterson-Maass • Mary Seyfarth • Mary Beth Michaels • Matthew LaFleur • Maureen Crowley • Michael Berns • Michael Arnold • Michael Ennis • Michelle Brookfield • Mila Ryk • Mindi Dewey-Rosburg • mistermutatohead • Molly Cranch • Monika Benitez • Monique Durant • Muriel Patay • Naomi Pollak • Nathan Ward • Patricia Stankovic • Philip de los Reyes • Rachel Levitsky • Rae Cramer • Randall Mattheis • Robert Shiverts • Robyn McMurray Hurtig • Sabrina Katz • Sarah Taylor • Sarah Green • Sarah Taylor • Scott Greenberg • Scott Garfinkel • Shabad Kaur Khalsa • Siobhan Drummond • Socorro Mucino • Stephanie Lawson • Stephanie Fine • Stephanie Samuels • Stephen Murphy • Stephen Starr • Steven Denenberg • Susan Wein • Terri Michaels • val zee • Virginia Roeder • Wendy Segal • Will Van Dyke • William Marvin
Where: 822 Dempster St., Evanston, IL
Exhibit Days and Times: 11/6 12-8p, 11/7 12-8p, 11/11 12-6p, 11/12 12-6p, 11/13 12-7p, Sat. 12-5p, 11/15 12-6p
Exhibit runs: November 6 – November 15
Closing Reception: Nov. 15, 3-6p
Exhibit Viewings by appointment email info@evanstonmade.org

Local Event: Open House: Evanston Made Members Group Show

Open House: Evanston Made Members Group Show

The Evanston Made Group Show is an annual showcase of art and handmade goods created by our members. This exhibit is FREE to...

Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

50th Anniversary of Star Wars Kicks Off: Immersive Star Wars experience, with appearances from 
501st Legion Vader's Fist, Chicago Jedi, Saber Guild Olega Temple &amp; more!
Saturday, November 7th – Sunday, November 8th
WHO/WHAT:	
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<li>The <a href="https://www.chitag.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Chicago Toy &amp; Game Fair (CHITAG</a>), North America’s largest public toy &amp; game fair, will feature immersive events, activities for all ages, and a Star Wars theme with fan-favorite characters walking around the show! </li>
<li><a href="https://peopleofplay.com/2025-holiday-gift-guide" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">People of Play’s Wishlist Weekend™</a> is happening at CHITAG, a perfect time for consumers to create their own holiday wishlists &amp; start their holiday shopping on-site.</li>
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<ul>
<li>Celebrate the 21st annual Young Inventor Challenge® (YIC) International Championship as kids ages 6 to 18 pitch their original inventions to toy &amp; game companies, industry leaders, &amp; media and winners are announced on stage at CHITAG.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>The <a href="https://www.toyawards.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Toy of The Year Awards</a> (TOTY) finalists—representing the top toys and games of 2026—will be revealed live!</li>
</ul>
Consumer highlights &amp; GREAT MEDIA VISUALS include:
🎁Take part in Interactive booths with the hottest holiday toys &amp; games from Toys"R"Us, Wigglitz, Fat Brain Toys, Plus-Plus, Crazy Aaron's, Pickagram, Razor USA LLC, The Op Games &amp; more!
🎁 Experience our first-ever live BINGO event with prizes of all sizes!
🎁GIVEAWAY: The first 150 families to arrive each day will receive a Gummy Grab game from Vango!
WHERE: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 N River Rd, Rosemont, Illinois 60018
WHEN:	Saturday, November 7th (10 AM – 6 PM)
		– [10 AM] Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Star Wars characters Darth Vader, Chewbacca, &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Stormtroopers, and others!
– [11:30 AM] Toy of the Year Award Press Conference &amp; Finalist Reveal 
– [1 PM] BINGO Event&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
– [2 PM] Young Inventor Challenge Award Ceremony 
Sunday, November 8th (10 AM – 5 PM)
– [12 PM] BINGO Event 
Notable Sponsors: Amazon, Hasbro, Mattel, Disney, Duracell, University Games &amp; more!
Consumer tickets are available at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-chicago-toy-game-fair-tickets-tickets-1994234476001" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Eventbrite</a>, including a $3 off coupon: $15 (adults); $10 (children)
Super Power Sensory Hour (families with children with special needs): Sat/Sun 9 AM -10 AM by invite only.
Media Contacts: Carve Communications for People of Play
Amy Friedland &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Madelyn Jones
<a href="mailto:amy@carvecomms.com">amy@carvecomms.com</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="mailto:madelyn@carvecomms.com">madelyn@carvecomms.com</a>

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Find your next favorite album!
Meet with knowledgeable buyers and sellers of Midwest Music Marketplace for LPs, 45s, 8-tracks, CDs, DVDs, cassettes, T-shirts, posters, memorabilia, stereo equipment, imports, out-of-print items and more!&nbsp; Come and visit with over 30 tables for all your music related needs! FREE ADMISSION&nbsp; Must be 21+ to enter.

8 November 2026 (Sunday) Record Show at Rivers Casino
Rivers Casino
3000 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Hours Noon to 5 PM&nbsp;
FREE ADMISSION
Must be 21 years or older to enter a casino.

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www.northshoreplantclub.com

This is an online plant sale:  Thursday, November 5 - Sunday, November 8 ending at 7:00 pm for plants arriving by Thursday, November 19. 
Winter Cut Greens help you share the holiday spirit with everyone who passes your front porch – and sets the tone for your family each time you come home.&nbsp; Choose cedar branches, spruce tips, juniper, decorative branches, and pinecones at prices usually reserved for professional decorators.&nbsp; With tips and <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/content/recipes-winter-containers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">“recipe”</a> suggestions from North Shore Plant Club, you’ll be able to create winter themed arrangements right on your porch that will last into the cold winter months.&nbsp; See what’s available this season <a href="https://www.northshoreplantclub.com/list?t=169&amp;all=1&amp;sort=name" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.&nbsp; And read our <a href="https://conta.cc/4Acbg0J" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">most recent Plant Club newsletter</a> for recipes and on decorating your home for the season. 
Free to join!  <a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/join/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Plant Club</a> members receive emails with plant information, pro tips and techniques as well as updates to future delivery dates. Plants will arrive for you to pick up at one of our locations in Bannockburn, Buffalo Grove, Deerfield, Glenview, Highland Park, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Lake Villa, Libertyville, Mundelein, Naperville, Northfield, Skokie/Evanston, Wilmette and Winnetka (or we offer home delivery for a modest fee). 
<a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/join/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Plant Club</a> was started by neighbors who wanted an affordable way to access great plants for their garden. We order in-season perennials, shrubs, groundcover and annuals all summer long, so <a href="https://northshoreplantclub.com/join/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">join for free</a> and you’ll be able to get great plants for your garden, and garden tips too!&nbsp; Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. &nbsp;Thank you!

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&#127969; OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY | EDISON PARK, CHICAGO!
6519 N. Oliphant Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
&#128197; Sunday, November 1, 2026 &#9200; 1:00 PM &ndash; 3:00 PM &#128176; Offered at $529,900
Discover this charming brick raised ranch in the heart of Edison Park!
&#10024; Property Highlights
<ul><li>3 Bedrooms | 2 Full Bathrooms</li><li>Beautiful hardwood floors</li><li>Spacious finished basement recreation room with full bathroom</li><li>Newer furnace, water heater, and central air</li><li>Detached 2-car garage</li><li>Double city lot with extra outdoor space</li><li>Convenient to schools, parks, restaurants, shops, and transportation</li></ul>
Come tour this wonderful home and discover what makes Edison Park such a special place to live!
&#127969; Open House Hosted By: Judi Muniz, REALTOR&reg; @properties | Christie's International Real Estate &#128222; 847-293-5134
Stop by Sunday between 1&ndash;3 PM. I look forward to welcoming you!

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