YWCA Evanston Northshore

Cook County

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Evanston

Illinois

Skokie

Wilmette-Kenilworth

Lincoln Square

Niles-Morton Grove

Winnetka-Glencoe

Eric DeGrechie

Glenview

North Center-Roscoe Village

Lakeview

Park Ridge

Lincoln Park

Village Green Park

Join us in Northbrook this Sat-Sun, June 27-28, 2026 (10am-4pm both days) for the 3rd annual&nbsp;North Shore Artisan Market&nbsp;in idyllic Village Green Park (1810 Walters Ave., Northbrook) in the heart of downtown Northbrook, IL. This delightful outdoor&nbsp;market to&nbsp;showcases 100 top local &amp;&nbsp;Midwest artisans in food, fashion, home goods &amp; decorative art. 
RSVP &amp; let us know you're coming: <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/RSVP" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">NorthShoreArtisanMarket.com/RSVP-Northbrook</a>&nbsp;(Free admission | Dog-friendly | Free Parking ) and for programming &amp; weather updates.&nbsp;
Rain or shine event --&nbsp;with wonderful shade throughout the market&nbsp;from Village Green Park's&nbsp;stately oak trees.
* WHAT: Outdoor Market | 100 Top Local &amp;&nbsp;Midwest Artisans | Food, Fashion, Home &amp; Art | Free Admission | Dog-friendly | Free Parking | Kids Playground | Picnic Tables | Shade from&nbsp;Oak&nbsp;Trees | Indoor Restrooms&nbsp;
* WHERE: 1810 Walters Ave., Northbrook, IL | Village Green Park
* WHEN: Sat-Sun, June 27-28, 2026 | 10am-4pm both days
* WHY: Shop small, local &amp; sustainable - with talented artisans &amp; small businesses who pour their passions into creating one-of-a-kind products.
What you'll find? Art Jewelry | Ceramics | Gourmet Food | Woodworking |&nbsp;| Prints &amp; Illustrations | Spices &amp; Sauces | Bakery &amp; Pastry Items | Clothing &amp; Accessories | Leather Goods | Macrame &amp; Crochet | Sticker Art | Plushy Toys/Animals | Vintage Jewelry | Cards | Housewarming | Thoughtful Gifts Galore...and more!
Are you a talented artisan looking to vend in 2026 &amp; beyond? Learn more about our curated markets in Northbrook, Winnetka, Oak Brook, Naperville, and Chicago (Fulton Market &amp; Ravenswood) at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/vendors" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/vendors</a>
Apply to vend at our Chicago area&nbsp;markets at <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/apply" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.c...</a>&nbsp;
Can't make it this weekend?&nbsp; Check out our 2026 Market Calendar at <a href="https://ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/calendar." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ChicagoArtisanMarket.com/calendar.</a>
Vendors - we do NOT charge junk fees just to fill out our common app online.
About North Shore Artisan Market:&nbsp; The North Shore Artisan Market is produced by INV Marketing Group, a Chicago area company based in Oak Brook, IL that operates the <a href="https://chicagoartisanmarket.com/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Chicago Artisan Market</a> (two locations in Fulton Market and Ravenswood), the <a href="https://oakbrookartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Oak Brook Artisan Market</a>, the <a href="https://napervilleartisanmarket.com/rsvp" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Naperville Artisan Market</a> and the <a href="https://northshoreartisanmarket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">North Shore Artisan Market</a>&nbsp;(Northbrook &amp; Winnetka).&nbsp;We’ve been showcasing &amp; supporting small businesses throughout Chicagoland for 20+ years. Founded in 2004, INV Marketing Group LLC also owns and operates <a href="https://stylechicago.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">StyleChicago.com</a> digital media properties and has produced nearly 200 signature events and pop-up markets in the greater Chicago area.

Local Event: North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun 27-28 in Northbrook (Village Green Park)

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North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun...

Join us in Northbrook this Sat-Sun, June 27-28, 2026 (10am-4pm both days) for the 3rd annual North Shore Artisan Market in...

North Shore Artisan Market - this Sat-Sun, Jun 27-28 in Northbrook (Village Green Park)

Lakeshore Aikido Club

<h3>Discover Aikido at Lakeshore Aikido Club in Evanston</h3>
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 29 | Program Fee: $150
Ages 16 and up
Looking for a meaningful activity that reduces stress, improves balance, and helps you build confidence while joining a supportive community?
Join our six-week Summer Beginner Program and discover Evanston's community for mindful movement, non-violent self-defense, and healthy aging.
The Lakeshore Aikido Club warmly welcomes adults and teens (16+) to explore this unique Japanese martial art in a friendly and inclusive environment in the heart of Evanston.
Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art built upon the principle of harmonizing rather than opposing. Instead of meeting force with force, practitioners learn to redirect energy, remain calm under pressure, and resolve conflict without unnecessary aggression. The goal is not to harm, but to neutralize and de-escalate.
Training combines dynamic movement with mindfulness and develops physical and mental resilience. Through regular practice, students improve balance, flexibility, coordination, posture, and situational awareness while learning practical principles of non-violent self-defense.
Unlike competitive sports, Aikido has no tournaments and no winners or losers. Students work cooperatively with partners in a supportive atmosphere that encourages personal growth, mutual respect, and lifelong learning.
<h3>During this six-week program, you will learn:</h3>
<ul><li>Body conditioning, stretching, and Aikido warm-up exercises (aiki taisō)</li><li>Safe falling and rolling techniques (ukemi)</li><li>Fundamental principles of martial arts</li><li>The foundations of non-violent self-defense</li><li>Aikido values, etiquette, and philosophy</li><li>Silent meditation (mokuso) and mindfulness practices</li><li>Basic movement, posture, and footwork (kamae and taisabaki)</li><li>Fundamental Aikido techniques (kihon waza)</li></ul>
No previous experience is necessary.
An Aikido uniform (gi) is not required for this introductory program, although it is strongly recommended. Information on how to purchase a uniform will be provided. Participants who already own a martial arts uniform are welcome to wear it.
<h3>Enrollment is Limited</h3>
To ensure personalized instruction and maintain a supportive learning environment, class size is intentionally kept small. We encourage early registration, as spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
<h3>Questions or Registration</h3>
Please contact us at:
<a href="mailto:aterrone@lakeshoreaikidoclub.com">aterrone@lakeshoreaikidoclub.com</a>
Lakeshore Aikido Club – Evanston, Illinois
Build a stronger body, a calmer mind, and a deeper sense of connection through the practice of Aikido.

Local Event: 6-week Aikido Beginner Program

6-week Aikido Beginner Program

Discover Aikido at Lakeshore Aikido Club in Evanston
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 29 | Program Fee: $150
Ages 16 and...

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6-week Aikido Beginner Program