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The Evanston Made Group Show is an annual showcase of art and handmade goods created by our members. This group show is FREE for Evanston Made members to enter and non juried; we believe every artist deserves at least ONE accessible exhibit a year.
We plan to exhibit Small Works (16"x16" max) to maximize the space at our new headquarters, Shop Evanston Made at 822 Dempster St. The group show is on exhibit 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.
Group Show Events
<ul><li>Open House: 11/6, 12-8p</li></ul>
<ul><li>Closing reception: 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 • 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 • 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 • Muriel Patay • Naomi Pollak • Nathan Ward • Patricia Stankovic • Philip de los Reyes • Rae Cramer • Randall Mattheis • Robert Shiverts • Robin Ryan • Robyn McMurray Hurtig • Sabrina Katz • Sarah Taylor • Sarah Green • Sarah Taylor • Scott Greenberg • Scott Garfinkel • Shabad Kaur Khalsa • Siobhan Drummond • Socorro Mucino • Stephanie Fine • Stephanie Samuels • Stephen Murphy • Stephen Starr • Steven Denenberg • Susan Wein • Terri Michaels • val zee • Virginia Roeder • Wendy Segal • Will Van Dyke&nbsp;
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
About Evanston Made
Started as an Artist Studio Tour in June 2014, by a group of volunteer art advocates, Evanston Made has grown into a membership organization with year round FREE events and hyper local online shopping portal - <a href="https://shopevanstonmade.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">shopevanstonmade.org</a>
In 2026, Evanston Made moved into the organization’s first headquarters at 822 Dempster St. on The Main Dempster Mile. Having a home base/beautiful space to share has been a long time coming, and we're thrilled to share why we think this is much more than an "art store". <a href="https://shopevanstonmade.org/blogs/events-at-shop-evanston-made-holiday-market/more-than-an-art-shop" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here</a> to read about the new shop and how it carries out our mission.
Evanston Made is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit arts organization with the mission to connect Evanston creatives to the public through programming and events. Learn more at evanstonmade.org and consider <a href="https://evanstonmade.org/donate/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">making a donation</a> of any amount to support programs that drive our mission.

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 group show is FREE...

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:	
<ul>
<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>

Local Event: The Chicago Toy & Game Fair

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The Chicago Toy & Game Fair

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Rivers Casino Des Plaines

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.

Local Event: Midwest Music Marketplace presents The Record Show

Midwest Music Marketplace presents The Record Show

Find your next favorite album!
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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!

Local Event: Elevate Your Winter Containers with Fresh Cut Greens

Elevate Your Winter Containers with Fresh Cut...

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