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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - chicago-il BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashwood at Downtown Highwood DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906 DTSTAMP:20260827T060244Z UID:10036005-1788566400-1788652799@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Nashwood \nLabor Day Weekend\nSeptember 4 – September 6\, 20 26\nDowntown Highwood \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch Highwood t ransform into Nashville over Labor Day weekend. Highwood restaurants and bars will feature 100 free\, live country\, southern blues\, classic and contemporary rock from beginning Friday happy hour and running all day a nd evening Saturday and Sunday. LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T060244Z LOCATION:Downtown Highwood\, 17 Highwood Avenue\, Highwood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/nashwood-at-downtown-highwood/ 2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilmette French Market\, Fresh flowers\, artisan foods\, music DTSTART:20260905T130000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T001708Z UID:10036079-1788595200-1788606000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:arts,food,market DESCRIPTION:April 18-October 31 \nSaturdays\n8AM-1PM \n722 Green Bay Rd LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T001708Z LOCATION:Wilmette Metra Parking Lot\, 722 Green Bay Rd\, Wilmette\, IL\, 6 0091\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/wilmette-french-market-fresh-f lowers-artisan-foods-music/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Cooking Class (Ages 2-8 with parent or caregiver) DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T001708Z UID:10036763-1788598800-1788602400@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education,family,food DESCRIPTION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn – 2521 Waukegan Road\, Bannoc kburn\, Illinois 60015\n08/15/2026 – 11/22/2026 (all dates are subject t o change by the business and may not occur on major holidays.)\nThis class runs every Saturday from 9:00-10:00am with rotating menus. \nFrom Rainbow Cupcakes and Galaxy Donuts to Cinnamon Rolls and Soft Pretzel Twists\, li ttle have fun learning about ingredients while creating a culinary masterp iece. Each child works with their own set of ingredients and tools\, cooki ng along with our chef instructor. A spot for the parent/caregiver is incl uded in the price. The caregiver is the child’s “sous chef” and will sit with the child\, helping them with the recipe as needed. \nRegister H ere LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T001708Z LOCATION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn\, 2521 Waukegan Rd.\, Bannockburn\ , IL\, 60015\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/family-cooking-class-ages-2-8- with-parent-or-caregiver/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nashwood at Downtown Highwood DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260828T061638Z UID:10036006-1788652800-1788739199@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:Nashwood \nLabor Day Weekend\nSeptember 4 – September 6\, 20 26\nDowntown Highwood \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWatch Highwood t ransform into Nashville over Labor Day weekend. Highwood restaurants and bars will feature 100 free\, live country\, southern blues\, classic and contemporary rock from beginning Friday happy hour and running all day a nd evening Saturday and Sunday. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T061638Z LOCATION:Downtown Highwood\, 17 Highwood Avenue\, Highwood\, IL\, 60040\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/nashwood-at-downtown-highwood/ 2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago Stars FC at Home (Northwestern Medicine Field) DTSTART:20260906T130000Z DTEND:20260906T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T061638Z UID:10035897-1788681600-1788714000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:sports LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T061638Z LOCATION:Martin Stadium\, 2235 Campus Dr.\, Evanston\, 60208\, United Stat es URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/chicago-stars-fc-at-home-north western-medicine-field/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Braeside Outdoor Farmers Market DTSTART:20260906T140000Z DTEND:20260906T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260828T180236Z UID:10036749-1788685200-1788699600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:📍 Braeside Market Green Space\n🗓 Sundays | 9:00 AM–1:0 0 PM (through September 6\, 2026)\n🎟 Free Entry \nHave you made it to o ur Sunday Farmers Market yet? Join us every Sunday now through September 6 for the Braeside Outdoor Farmers Market. \nShop local growers\, bakeries\ , artisans\, and small businesses while enjoying a morning in the neighbor hood. Grab a coffee\, browse the stands\, and discover something new each week. LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T180236Z LOCATION:Braeside Market\, 55 St. Johns Ave\, Highland Park\, IL\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/braeside-outdoor-farmers-marke t/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Admin Hour with Ronna DTSTART:20260908T180000Z DTEND:20260908T191500Z DTSTAMP:20260829T062138Z UID:10036838-1788872400-1788876900@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:September 8\, 2026\, 1-2:15pm \nHi! I’m Ronna with Workflows by Ronna\, and I help women clear the mental load in their personal and p rofessional lives so they can feel calm\, organized and present. \nDo you need accountability to get tasks done? I’ve found that many of my client s do (and sometimes I do\, too!). That’s why I’m very excited for my n ext Admin Hour! \nDuring this FREE\, monthly Zoom session anyone can join me to work for a dedicated hour. After an hour of quiet work time together you can hop off or spend 15 minutes with me while I host an “Ask Me Any thing.” I will answer your productivity or time-management questions. \n Here’s how it will work: Register\, log on\, mute yourself\, type into t he chat what you plan to work on for the hour. At the end of the session\, if you want to\, share in the chat what you accomplished (with no judgmen t at all). \nYou can work on anything professional\, personal\, or both: S omething you’ve been putting off\, a project you need to make progress o n\, or a handful of small tasks (task batching). \nWe’ll meet the 2nd Tu esday of each month at 1pm CT on these dates: 9/8\, 10/13\, 11/10\, & 12/8 . \nYou’re welcome to attend once\, every time\, or whenever it works in your schedule. \nRegister Here LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T062138Z URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/admin-hour-with-ronna-3/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tunes with Tim Concert & Petting Zoo at Duke Park DTSTART:20260908T210000Z DTEND:20260908T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T061848Z UID:10036884-1788883200-1788890400@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:4-6 PM | Tuesday\, September 8 | Duke Park \nJoin us for a fun afternoon of dancing and singing your favorite preschool songs with Tunes with Tim! Led by Tim Bredrup\, Tunes with Tim brings energy\, joy\, and a love of music to every performance. With his guitar\, ukulele\, and irres istible sing-along songs\, Tim creates an interactive experience that gets the whole family moving and grooving. \nThis special performance will als o feature a petting zoo\, making it the perfect outing for your little one s! \nIn case of inclement weather\, the concert will be moved inside the T akiff Center. All children must be accompanied by an adult. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T061848Z LOCATION:Duke Park\, Glencoe\, IL\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/tunes-with-tim-concert-petting -zoo-at-duke-park/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton DTSTART:20260911T220000Z DTEND:20260912T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T182230Z UID:10036642-1789146000-1789153200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Free\, City-produced Friday night concerts at Port Clinton Squ are return for a third year! Mark your calendars for 10 Friday evenings\, July 10 – September 25. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring a lawn chair and sta rt your summer weekends with live music and fun for the entire family. On- site food and beverage vendors will round out this local Friday-night favo rite event. Stick around for an exciting extended season finale on Septemb er 25  featuring the return of the ever-popular Scarecrow Trail through D owntown Highland Park for attendees to vote “best in show!” Concerts w ill generally run 6 PM – 8 PM. \n*Please note there will be no concerts July 24 or August 28\, the July 10 concert will be 5 PM – 7 PM\, and th e finale concert on September 25 will be 4 PM – 8 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nGet ready for more music\, more food\, and more fun in 2026! \nMore in fo on Downtown Concerts LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182230Z LOCATION:Port Clinton Square\, 600-601 Central Ave.\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/downtown-concerts-at-port-clin ton-2/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilmette French Market\, Fresh flowers\, artisan foods\, music DTSTART:20260912T130000Z DTEND:20260912T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T182230Z UID:10036080-1789200000-1789210800@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:arts,food,market DESCRIPTION:April 18-October 31 \nSaturdays\n8AM-1PM \n722 Green Bay Rd LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182230Z LOCATION:Wilmette Metra Parking Lot\, 722 Green Bay Rd\, Wilmette\, IL\, 6 0091\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/wilmette-french-market-fresh-f lowers-artisan-foods-music/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Cooking Class (Ages 2-8 with parent or caregiver) DTSTART:20260912T140000Z DTEND:20260912T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T182230Z UID:10036764-1789203600-1789207200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education,family,food DESCRIPTION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn – 2521 Waukegan Road\, Bannoc kburn\, Illinois 60015\n08/15/2026 – 11/22/2026 (all dates are subject t o change by the business and may not occur on major holidays.)\nThis class runs every Saturday from 9:00-10:00am with rotating menus. \nFrom Rainbow Cupcakes and Galaxy Donuts to Cinnamon Rolls and Soft Pretzel Twists\, li ttle have fun learning about ingredients while creating a culinary masterp iece. Each child works with their own set of ingredients and tools\, cooki ng along with our chef instructor. A spot for the parent/caregiver is incl uded in the price. The caregiver is the child’s “sous chef” and will sit with the child\, helping them with the recipe as needed. \nRegister H ere LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182230Z LOCATION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn\, 2521 Waukegan Rd.\, Bannockburn\ , IL\, 60015\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/family-cooking-class-ages-2-8- with-parent-or-caregiver/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bubble Play with Glowby the Bubbler DTSTART:20260912T160000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T182230Z UID:10036652-1789210800-1789225200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Bubble Play with Glowby the Bubbler\nJuly 25 – 26\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nThe Bubbler is Back\nSeptember 12 – 13\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nStep into a whimsical world of bubbles with Glowby the Bubbler. It’s interactive improv and endlessly fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T182230Z LOCATION:Chicago Botanic Garden\, 1000 Lake Cook Road\, Glencoe\, IL\, 600 22\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/bubble-play-with-glowby-the-bu bbler/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bubble Play with Glowby the Bubbler DTSTART:20260913T160000Z DTEND:20260913T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T002254Z UID:10036653-1789297200-1789311600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Bubble Play with Glowby the Bubbler\nJuly 25 – 26\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nThe Bubbler is Back\nSeptember 12 – 13\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nStep into a whimsical world of bubbles with Glowby the Bubbler. It’s interactive improv and endlessly fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T002254Z LOCATION:Chicago Botanic Garden\, 1000 Lake Cook Road\, Glencoe\, IL\, 600 22\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/bubble-play-with-glowby-the-bu bbler/2026-09-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout (Ages 6+) DTSTART:20260913T220000Z DTEND:20260914T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T002254Z UID:10036829-1789318800-1789326000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 13\, 2026 at 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nTaste Bud s Kitchen Bannockburn – 2521 Waukegan Road\, Bannockburn\, Illinois 6001 5 \nCalling all chefs from across the globe! Join us as we learn how to ma ke delicious ground beef tacos\, melt in your mouth gluten-free chocolate cakes and of course no taco party is complete without guacamole! Come put your family’s culinary skills to the test and let’s get cooking! This menu is gluten-free. \nRegister Here LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T002254Z LOCATION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn\, 2521 Waukegan Rd.\, Bannockburn\ , IL\, 60015\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/family-cooking-class-chinese-t akeout-ages-6/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Girls who Grill - Grilling Class DTSTART:20260916T230000Z DTEND:20260917T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T062338Z UID:10031434-1789581600-1789585200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education,food DESCRIPTION:Girls who Grill – Grilling Class \nJoin us at The Backyard Barbecue Store for a fun and interactive grilling class just for the ladi es! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro\, this event is perfect for anyone looking to up their grilling game. Learn new techniques and tip s from Babs Boards. Get hands-on experience and enjoy delicious food in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Don’t miss out on this unique opportun ity to connect with other women who share your passion for grilling. Grab your apron and let’s get grilling! \nMenu \n\nSeasonal Veggies & Burrata \nGrilled Chicken\, Steak\, and Shrimp\nFoil Potatoes\nBerry Cobbler LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T062338Z LOCATION:The Backyard Barbecue Store\, 535 Green Bay Road\, Wilmette\, 600 91\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/girls-who-grill-grilling-class /2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Vines & Vibes @ The Lake Forest Club DTSTART:20260916T230000Z DTEND:20260917T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T182000Z UID:10036888-1789581600-1789596000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:drink,food,music DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Celebrity Food Network Chef Tiffani Faison\, with Mu sic by world Renowned DJ (and official Dj of the Blackhawks) DJ JERZY. \nF eaturing 10 wineries\, paired with chefs cooking on site. \nEnjoy an eveni ng enjoying the best Wineries\, Chefs cooking on site\, and mixologists sh aking up amazing cocktails\, while the Best DJ in Chicago sets the mood wi th music. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T182000Z LOCATION:The Lake Forest Club\, 554 N. Westmoreland Rd.\, Lake Forest\, 60 045\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/vines-vibes-the-lake-forest-cl ub/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Games Galore: Mahjong\, Canasta\, Bridge & More! at Northmoor Coun try Club DTSTART:20260917T150000Z DTEND:20260917T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T062338Z UID:10036093-1789639200-1789657200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:September 17\, 2026\nNorthmoor Country Club \nThe Chicago Ligh thouse Associate Board presents Games Galore: Mahjong\, Canasta\, Bridge & More! \nA single event. A single day. An exceptional cause. \nThis event will sell out in advance. Tickets available through September 8th for $175 . \nPlease direct any event inquiries to: Melissa Wittenberg\, Associate B oard Liaison\, (847) 510-2060 or melissa.wittenberg@chicagolighthouse.org . \nProceeds support The Chicago Lighthouse and its programs that help peo ple who are blind\, visually impaired\, disabled and Veterans build confid ence to learn\, work and live independently within our community. \nGet Ti ckets Here LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T062338Z LOCATION:Northmoor Country Club\, 820 Edgewood Road\, Highland Park\, IL\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/games-galore-mahjong-canasta-b ridge-more/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Peri Power Hour for Midlife Women DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T182111Z UID:10036038-1789668000-1789671600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:3rd Thursday of every month until November 2026 \nA warm\, emp owering space to learn\, share\, and rise stronger through perimenopause a nd menopause. \n\n\n\n\nThe Peri Power Hour for Midlife Women (Virtual Exp erience) \nThis is not just another webinar.\nIt is a thoughtfully guided\ , virtual space for midlife women to better understand what is shifting\, physically\, mentally\, and emotionally. \nA place where you can listen\, reflect\, and begin to make sense of your experience with more clarity and less self-doubt. \nWhat You’ll Experience: \n• Guided conversations d esigned to empower and inform\n• Evidence-based insights into hormone he alth\, mood\, sleep\, and energy\n• A focus on midlife wellness\, nutrit ion\, and hormonal balance\n• Practical tools for stress management\, em otional resilience\, and brain clarity\n• A supportive\, confidential sp ace to connect with women who understand \nGet Tickets \nEvent Details: \n 📍 Location: Virtual (Live via Zoom)\nLink will be provided after regi stration \n🗓 When:\nThe Third Thursday of Every Month\n6:00 – 7:00 P M CST \n💲 $25 per session \nPlease note: All ticket sales are final. No refunds will be issued. \nThis space is designed to feel grounded\, infor mative\, and human.\nThere is no pressure to share\, you are welcome to si mply listen and take in what resonates. \nQuestions?\nCall Dr. Kerri at 84 7-682-6068 \nMore sessions will be announced soon\, stay connected through email\, Facebook\, and Instagram. LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T182111Z URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/the-peri-power-hour-for-midlif e-women/2026-09-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T182111Z UID:10036643-1789750800-1789758000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Free\, City-produced Friday night concerts at Port Clinton Squ are return for a third year! Mark your calendars for 10 Friday evenings\, July 10 – September 25. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring a lawn chair and sta rt your summer weekends with live music and fun for the entire family. On- site food and beverage vendors will round out this local Friday-night favo rite event. Stick around for an exciting extended season finale on Septemb er 25  featuring the return of the ever-popular Scarecrow Trail through D owntown Highland Park for attendees to vote “best in show!” Concerts w ill generally run 6 PM – 8 PM. \n*Please note there will be no concerts July 24 or August 28\, the July 10 concert will be 5 PM – 7 PM\, and th e finale concert on September 25 will be 4 PM – 8 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nGet ready for more music\, more food\, and more fun in 2026! \nMore in fo on Downtown Concerts LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T182111Z LOCATION:Port Clinton Square\, 600-601 Central Ave.\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/downtown-concerts-at-port-clin ton-2/2026-09-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids Night Out @ Ultimate Ninjas North Shore DTSTART:20260918T230000Z DTEND:20260919T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T002242Z UID:10036880-1789754400-1789761600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite your child to our upcoming Nerf Kids Night Out at Ultimate Ninjas North Shore! This special evening is a great opportunity for kids to have fun\, stay active\, and make new memories wi th friends. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: September 18\nTime: 6:00 PM–8:00 PM \nRegistration Fee: $35\nActive Member Discount: 10% off\n\nThe evening wi ll include Nerf activities\, fun games\, prizes\, pizza\, and chicken tend ers! \nRegistration is now open\, and space is limited. We encourage famil ies to register in advance to secure their child’s spot. \nLink to sign up -https://unns.lilypadpos.app/public/onlineproductsales/sales2.php?ptid= 79 \nWe look forward to welcoming your child for a fun-filled and memorabl e evening at Ultimate Ninjas North Shore! LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T002242Z LOCATION:Ultimate Ninjas North Shore\, 3054 North Lake Terrace\, Glenview\ , IL\, 60026\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/kids-night-out-ultimate-ninjas -north-shore/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deerfield Harvest Fest 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260831T002242Z UID:10036863-1789776000-1789862399@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival,food,music DESCRIPTION:All day\, Deerfield will be filled with food\, fun\, cars\, mu sic and community on Saturday\, September 19. The day kicks off with the Farmers Market\, followed by the Car Show i and concludes with Harvest Fes t\, featuring live music\, delicious food and fireworks. To ensure a safe and fun event for everyone: No pets\, smoking or outside alcohol. \nFarmer s Market\, Touch-a-Truck & Car Show\nDowntown Deerfield on Park Avenue\n\n 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Deerfield Farmers Market\n9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Touch-a-Truck at Farmers Market\n2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cruise into Harv est Fest Car Show (Register your vehicle here) Brought to you in partner ship with the Village of Deerfield and Deerfield Lions Club \n2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Live Music by Lost in Rockford \n\nParking is available at the Downtown Deerfield Metra Lots\, Lindemann parking lot and Village of D eerfield parking lot. \nHarvest Fest\, Fireworks\, Kid’s Activities\nShe pard Park\n\n5:00 p.m. to 6:00 Live Music by COMING SOON\n5:30 p.m. to 8: 00 p.m. Kid’s Activities\n5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Food Trucks\, Beer an d Wine Open for Business\n6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bags Tournament (Registr ation here)\nBrought to you in partnership with the Village of Deerfield a nd Deerfield Park District\n6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Live Music by Roger That\n 8:00 p.m. Raising of the Flag by Deerfield American Legion Post 738\, Nati onal Anthem & Welcome by Mayor Shapiro\n8:15 p.m. Fireworks\n8:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. Live Music by 90s Pop Nation LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T002242Z URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/deerfield-harvest-fest-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Wilmette French Market\, Fresh flowers\, artisan foods\, music DTSTART:20260919T130000Z DTEND:20260919T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T182624Z UID:10036081-1789804800-1789815600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:arts,food,market DESCRIPTION:April 18-October 31 \nSaturdays\n8AM-1PM \n722 Green Bay Rd LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T182624Z LOCATION:Wilmette Metra Parking Lot\, 722 Green Bay Rd\, Wilmette\, IL\, 6 0091\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/wilmette-french-market-fresh-f lowers-artisan-foods-music/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Cooking Class (Ages 2-8 with parent or caregiver) DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182151Z UID:10036765-1789808400-1789812000@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:education,family,food DESCRIPTION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn – 2521 Waukegan Road\, Bannoc kburn\, Illinois 60015\n08/15/2026 – 11/22/2026 (all dates are subject t o change by the business and may not occur on major holidays.)\nThis class runs every Saturday from 9:00-10:00am with rotating menus. \nFrom Rainbow Cupcakes and Galaxy Donuts to Cinnamon Rolls and Soft Pretzel Twists\, li ttle have fun learning about ingredients while creating a culinary masterp iece. Each child works with their own set of ingredients and tools\, cooki ng along with our chef instructor. A spot for the parent/caregiver is incl uded in the price. The caregiver is the child’s “sous chef” and will sit with the child\, helping them with the recipe as needed. \nRegister H ere LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182151Z LOCATION:Taste Buds Kitchen Bannockburn\, 2521 Waukegan Rd.\, Bannockburn\ , IL\, 60015\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/family-cooking-class-ages-2-8- with-parent-or-caregiver/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago Stars FC at Home (Northwestern Medicine Field) DTSTART:20260920T130000Z DTEND:20260920T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T002039Z UID:10035898-1789891200-1789923600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:sports LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T002039Z LOCATION:Martin Stadium\, 2235 Campus Dr.\, Evanston\, 60208\, United Stat es URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/chicago-stars-fc-at-home-north western-medicine-field/2026-09-20/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Evanston Cars & Coffee at Downtown Evanston DTSTART:20260920T143000Z DTEND:20260920T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062019Z UID:10036293-1789896600-1789905600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Join us this summer for Evanston Cars & Coffee\, a series of free community events featuring vintage classics\, muscle cars\, rare exot ics\, limited-production modern performance cars\, and unique daily driver s. Mark your calendar for these three Sundays from 9:30AM-Noon: July 19\, August 16\, and September 20. All cars will be showcased on Sherman Avenue between Church and Clark streets in Downtown Evanston. \n\nAt each event\ , participating cars will be voted on for a “Best in Show” award\, and the owner of the car with the most votes will win a $100 Evanston E-Gift Card\, courtesy of Downtown Evanston. Car owners and community attendees m ay purchase votes during each event\, and all proceeds will benefit the E vanston Public Library. Coffee and iced-coffee will also be available for purchase from Outside Coffee while you enjoy the cars and the community spirit. If you’d like to showcase a qualifying car at one or more of the  Evanston Cars & Coffee events\, please USE THIS LINK TO RECEIVE AN EMA IL NOTIFICATION WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS. Registration is free\, but space is limited and available on a first-come\, first served basis. More regis tration details will be provided as the first event date gets closer.\nMor e info on Website Link\nCheck-In for Registered Cars\nAll registered cars will enter the event area from the north at Clark Street and Sherman Avenu e (see Site Plan). Please form a line and pull your vehicle forward to the registration tent\, where you will be met by volunteers who will direct y ou to a parking spot. Once your car has been parked\, we ask that it rema in in place for the duration of the event.Etiquette for Guests \n\n(1) Pl ease do not touch or get into the cars without the car owner’s permissio n.\n(2) Be careful not to brush up against cars when taking selfies.\n(3)  Please dismount and walk your bike\, electric scooter\, or motorized boa rd.\n(4) Keep strollers and pets 5 feet away from cars to avoid accidenta l damage to cars.\n(5) If you take photos during the event to share on so cial media\, please tag Downtown Evanston on Instagram and/or Facebook  and use hashtags #downtownevanston and #evanstoncarsandcoffee so tha t we may share your photos.\n\nParking for Guests\nIf you’re driving int o downtown Evanston to enjoy the car show\, we recommend parking in the 18 00 Maple Avenue Self Park or Sherman Plaza Self Park–both are just a cou ple blocks from the event location. The garages and metered street parking are both free on Sundays. More information about parking. Downtown Eva nston is also easily accessible by bike\, bus or train! For questions\, p lease email info@DowntownEvanston.org.THANKS TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS:\nAutob arn Mazda of Evanston\nJ. Blanton Plumbing\nAmerican Vintage Home\nDouble Clutch Brewing Co.\nEvanston Community Bank & Trust\nFloor Coverings Inter national\nTORQ Coatings LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062019Z URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/2026-evanston-cars-coffee/2026 -09-20/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HP Community Fall Fest 2026 DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062019Z UID:10036859-1789902000-1789909200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:community,family,festival,food DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 75 Years of HP Community Early Learning Center • 640 Ridge Road\, Highland Park\, IL 60035 September 20\, 2026 • 11:00 A M – 1:00 PM \n\n\n\nMark your calendars for the most joyful\, jam-packed family day of the year! Fall Fest 2026 is almost here! \nJoin us rain or shine for an unforgettable outdoor celebration featuring food trucks\, D J Alex Versage\, pony rides\, a petting zoo\, face painting\, glitter tatt oos\, touch-a-truck\, walking characters\, a bounce house\, birthday cake\ , alumni meet ups\, and so much more fun for the whole family! \nAnd the b est part? Every laugh\, dance\, and treat helps raise funds for our Schol arship Fund\, so you’re having a blast and making a difference! \nBuy Your Tickets LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062019Z LOCATION:HP Community Early Learning Center\, 640 Ridge Road\, Highland Pa rk\, 60035\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/hp-community-fall-fest-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Burger Battle DTSTART:20260920T160000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062019Z UID:10036889-1789902000-1789916400@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:drink,family,food,music DESCRIPTION:The Whiskey\, Wu-Tang and Wagyu BURGER BATTLE is in its 4th ye ar\, with 8 local chefs competing for the ultimate reward: Wagyu Burger Ch ampion. Guests get to try all the burgers with the winner chosen by a pane l of Celebrity judges \nHosted at the Gorton Community Center that is spon soring the “Family Fun Zone” enjoy a day of delicious food by local ch efs\, live music with DJ Nick Rockwell. \nThe Day is full of Food\, Drinks \, Music and fun for the whole family! \nKids 10 and under are free with p urchase of adult ticket LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062019Z LOCATION:Gorton Community Center\, 400 E. Illinois Rd.\, Lake Forest\, IL\ , 60045\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/burger-battle/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Buckets N Boards - Comedy Percussion Show @ Gorton Center DTSTART:20260920T190000Z DTEND:20260920T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001749Z UID:10036861-1789912800-1789918200@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:comedy DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an afternoon of nonstop laughter\, music\, and p ure entertainment at this fast-paced\, high-energy performance that combin es outrageous comedy with mind-blowing musical talent. \nMatthew Levingsto n and Gareth Sever – the talented duo behind Buckets N Boards – bring unmatched charisma and chemistry to the stage. Their shared passion for rh ythm\, music\, and comedy forms the heart of the show. However\, what trul y sets them apart is their ability to connect with the audience. Through h ilarious improvisation and spontaneous crowd interaction\, every performan ce becomes a unique experience. \nThe show features an exciting mix of per cussion\, tap dancing\, inventive instruments\, and cleverly written songs . One moment\, you’ll be watching a jaw-dropping drumming routine\, and the next\, you’ll be laughing at a ridiculous song or dance. In other wo rds\, it’s unpredictable\, unforgettable\, and unbelievably fun. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001749Z LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/buckets-n-boards-comedy-percus sion-show-gorton-center/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton DTSTART:20260925T220000Z DTEND:20260926T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001749Z UID:10036644-1790355600-1790362800@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Free\, City-produced Friday night concerts at Port Clinton Squ are return for a third year! Mark your calendars for 10 Friday evenings\, July 10 – September 25. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring a lawn chair and sta rt your summer weekends with live music and fun for the entire family. On- site food and beverage vendors will round out this local Friday-night favo rite event. Stick around for an exciting extended season finale on Septemb er 25  featuring the return of the ever-popular Scarecrow Trail through D owntown Highland Park for attendees to vote “best in show!” Concerts w ill generally run 6 PM – 8 PM. \n*Please note there will be no concerts July 24 or August 28\, the July 10 concert will be 5 PM – 7 PM\, and th e finale concert on September 25 will be 4 PM – 8 PM. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nGet ready for more music\, more food\, and more fun in 2026! \nMore in fo on Downtown Concerts LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001749Z LOCATION:Port Clinton Square\, 600-601 Central Ave.\, Highland Park\, IL\, 60035\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/downtown-concerts-at-port-clin ton-2/2026-09-25/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Serve Up Hope: an evening of community\, connection\, generosity\, and hope. DTSTART:20260926T000000Z DTEND:20260926T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T062325Z UID:10036758-1790362800-1790373600@chicagonorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:market DESCRIPTION:DINX Social Club\, 1931 Skokie Valley Rd.\, Highland Park\, 60 035\nSeptember 25th\, 2026 | 7pm–10pm \nJoin other North Shore and Lake County friends for Serve Up Hope: an evening of community\, connection\, g enerosity\, and hope. \nPlease join us for a casual evening of play\, purp ose\, and community making a difference close to home. Play pickleball\, t ry the golf simulators\, sing karaoke\, or simply enjoy drinks and light b ites. No athletic experience or equipment is required! \nLearn more about how Catholic Charities serves neighbors in need and tour the Curbside Pant ry\, a mobile unit bringing help where it’s needed. \nProceeds benefit C atholic Charities food pantries. \nTickets for the event are $125 per pers on. \n  \nGather. Give. Make an Impact! \nWe invite you to help support t he Catholic Charities Mobile Food Pantry by bringing nonperishable food items to provide essential resources to those facing food insecurity. \nSo me of the most needed items include: \n\nCanned kidney or pinto beans\nJ elly (plastic bottles preferred)\n64 oz bottles of juice\nCanned meat (sal mon\, tuna\, chicken\, beef\, pork)\nShelf-stable milk\n\nEvery contributi on\, big or small\, helps put food on the table and hope within reach. Tog ether we can make a difference. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T062325Z LOCATION:DINX Social Club\, 1931 Skokie Valley Rd.\, Highland Park\, IL\, United States URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/event/serve-up-hope-an-evening-of-co mmunity-connection-generosity-and-hope/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Chicago North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://chicagonorthshoremoms.com/chicago-north-shore-farmers -markets END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR