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Exciting events, Poetry Month activities, live music, sweet treats for Passover, and Earth Day celebrations... find all this and more in this edition of the Weekender.
📸: Kugel from Max's Deli
191 Skokie Valley Rd. | 847.831.0600
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The sun is out, flowers are blooming, and there are so many fun things happening in Highland Park - it must be spring! Check out our ever-growing, downloadable guide of things to do in Highland Park this season. We have over 50 pages of ongoing and upcoming events, specials, workshops, and promotions to tell you about, with more being added this weekend!
📸: FunkTonic Band, see them LIVE at Norton's on Saturday, April 20
1905 Sheridan Rd. | 847.432.3287
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The City of Highland Park is bringing the ultimate lineup of entertainment and dining to The Lot (525 Central Ave.) with its opening festival, the Taste of Highland Park. Popular 90s bands Nine Days, Dishwalla, and Spin Doctors headline, globally-recognized DJ Madrid returns as The Lot’s resident DJ, and 13 premier food vendors are ready to satisfy every palate!
On-site vendors are cooking up a wide variety of food and drink including Mexican, Indian, American, Venezuelan, vegan/vegetarian, sweet treats, grilled items, pizza, wine, beer, cocktails, and more. Participating food vendors include BellaRu Catering, BWB Shakes, Cafe Dacha, Curt's Cafe, Indus Progressive Indian Dining, Judy's Pizza, La Taquiza Express, Lynfred Winery, Michael's Grill & Salad Bar, Pixca, Ravinia Brewing Company, Sugarcoated, and Tamales.
BONUS: Highland Park’s very own Uptown Music Theater opens Saturday evening of the Taste with a Broadway Favorites Concert. Get a sneak peek of their upcoming production of Les Misérables; opening July 2024 and benefitting the Highland Park Community Foundation.
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If you take your popcorn seriously, let us introduce you to WackerPop from Terry's Toffee! This delicious popcorn snack is coated in Terry's gourmet almond toffee and then drizzled with dark chocolate. Shop individual bags, or, best of all, large tins for sharing (or long-term snack breaks).
1853 Second St. / 312.733.2700
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Need a dessert for Passover? Mil Colibris Bakery + Cafe has flourless chocolate cakes! These beauties are available through the end of next week.
481 Roger Williams Ave. / 847.780.4961
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LOUD PIZZA RECORDS
Listening Parties
APR. 19 & 20
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Attention Swifties! Taylor Swift's "The Tortured Poets Department" is almost here - and Loud Pizza is celebrating with a listening party on Friday, April 19. Plus, Loud Pizza is giving you 10% off one Taylor Swift back catalogue album with the purchase of "The Tortured Poets Department" (while supplies last). Keep the good times going and head back to Loud Pizza on Saturday for ANOTHER listening party for the release of Iron & Wine's new album "Light Verse." Stick around for giveaways, including a pair of tickets to an upcoming Iron & Wine concert, donated by the Salt Shed.
Bonus: April 20 is also Record Store Day! See how Loud Pizza is participating here.
716 Central Ave. / 847.926.7380
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RUBY OF SIAM
Cultural Performance
APR. 20 | 6:45 PM - 7:10 PM
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Dinner and a show! Ruby of Siam hosts the Thai Cultural and Fine Arts Institute on April 20 for a live cultural performance of traditional Thai music and dance. Reservations are encouraged, but not required. Call Ruby of Siam to arrange your reservation.ไชโย (bravo)!
1849 Second St. / 847.433.9332
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TRINITY EPISCOPAL
Chamber Orchestra
APR. 28 | 3 PM
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On April 28, Trinity Episcopal Church will host Souvenir de Florence, presented by the Artemis Chamber Orchestra. Be mesmerized by the works of Ari Fisher ("Springtime in My Hometown"), Jean Sibelius ("Suite mignon, Op. 98a"), and Pyoter Tchaikovsky ("Largo and Allegro for 2 Flutes and Strings" & "Souvenir de Florence," arr. Tom Myron) at this free afternoon concert.
425 Laurel Ave. / 847.432.6653
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MADAME ZUZU'S
Earth Day Screening
APR. 22 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Madame ZuZu's is hosting a special Earth Day screening of the Disney classic, Fantasia 2000 on April 22. Audiences of all ages are invited to enjoy this magical celebration of nature and art!
Tickets are $5 for kids under 5, $9 for general admission, and $15 for general admission with unlimited popcorn.
1876 First St. / 847.926.7359
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
The Chunky Scone
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A charming and delicious vegan bakery with a mission to make the world a better place, The Chunky Scone is celebrating two years of scrumptious scones in the Ravinia District! Owner Oscar Narvaez has been baking for over 15 years. He used to frequently drive through Ravinia and always thought the shop at 733 St. Johns would make a lovely bakery, especially as his home kitchen was running out of counterspace. When the Ravinia location became available, Narvaez took a leap and opened The Chunky Scone. Inside you will find an assortment of sweet and savory items including pizza rolls, Tres Leches, cinnamon rolls, empanadas, conchas, and of course, scones! Best of all, every single menu item is vegan, and many are also gluten-free. Narvaez and the team at The Chunky Scone host regular popups featuring local Chicagoland vegan chefs: introducing a wide range of vegan items to vegans and non-vegans alike, and challenging the assumption about what vegan food has to look or taste like.
Bonus: Head to The Chunky Scone on April 21 from 11 AM - 4 PM for $2.22 scones, even more vegan baked goods from Mindful Baking, and two flavors of vegan soft serve: Ube and a surprise flavor!
733 St. Johns Ave. / 847.780.3838 / thechunkyscones.com
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CENTRAL CAFE
Passover Sweets
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End your seder on a sweet note with a flourless cakes from Central Cafe! These cakes are delicious even if you don't observe Passover.
664 Central Ave. / 847.748.4183
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WAYFARER EXCHANGE
Sock Hop Surprise
APR. 19, 20, 26, 27 | 7 PM
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Wayfarer Theaters is currently undergoing exciting renovations, part of which include the Wayfarer Exchange: a new storefront space focused on interactive community engagement. Join up with Greasers and Pink Ladies for Sock Hop Surprise: a 1950s-themed mystery theater night where the guests are both the suspects and the detectives as they work to solve the evening's mystery.
$30 or 2 for $50
1850 Second St. / 872.873.1030
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CURT'S CAFE
Cookbook Sale
THROUGH APRIL 30
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Looking for inspiration in the kitchen? Curt's Cafe is stocking their shelves weekly with cookbooks from around the world! All books will be available for a minimal donated cost, reduced with a cafe purchase. Stop in today!
1766 Second St. / 847.748.8086
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CITY OF HIGHLAND PARK
Celebrating Poetry
APR. 30 | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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The Highland Park Cultural Arts Advisory Group and the Poet Laureate Program announce “Celebrating Poetry” on April 30. This exciting event will feature Natasha Trethewey, former 2-term United States National Poet Laureate and Laura Joyce-Hubbard, Highland Park Poet Laureate.
FREE
Trinity Episcopal Church - 425 Laurel Ave. / 847.432.6653
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EAST ON CENTRAL
Poem in Your Pocket
APR. 20 & 27 | 2 PM - 3 PM
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April is Poetry Month, and East on Central has a special treat for you! Board members will be handing out free poems from the most recent East on Central journal to individuals at Port Clinton Square on April 20 and 27.
Port Clinton Square - 600 Central Ave.
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SOULSHINE BOUTIQUE
Earth Day Sound Healing
APRIL 21 | 7 PM - 8 PM
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Give thanks and honor Mother Earth with Laura Rategan and Soulshine Boutique & Healing Sanctuary on April 21. Experience a sound healing ceremony, smudging, crystal healing, chakra energy healing, and a guided meditation that has been carefully created for both beginners and experienced meditators alike.
$44
459 Central Ave., 2nd Floor / 224.805.1390
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INFINITY FOUNDATION
Akashic Records
APR. 25 | 7 PM - 9 PM
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To the Universe, nothing is hidden; all things are recorded. The Akashic records store everything from the greatest accomplishment to the tiniest thought. Infinity Foundation and Gino Crededio will show you how to access this knowledge on April 25. Akashic records can reveal information on diverse topics such as health, past lives, business success, dharma, and more. Find out how to elevate your life's path with this in-person workshop.
$40
1280 Old Skokie Valley Rd. / 847.831.8828
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PERLIS MEDSPA & WELLNESS CENTER
April Promotion
THROUGH APR. 30
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Discover a simple way to keep your skin smooth and youthful with Daxxify. Because results from Daxxify last up to six months, it's perfect for reducing wrinkles AND hassle. Perlis MedSpa & Wellness Center is offering $75 off one Daxxify treatment through April 30. Enjoy natural-looking beauty longer with just one quick treatment. Call 847.295.5997 to redeem.
1780 Green Bay Rd., Ste. 204 / 847.295.5997
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THE ART CENTER
Healing Arts
APR. 30 | 6:30 PM - 8 PM
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Join The Art Center of Highland Park on April 30 for an Art Impact Project: Healing Arts Workshop. Create, connect, heal, and support each other while Art Impact Project facilitators lead the workshop. Explore a variety of art materials in a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all skill levels.
FREE
1957 Sheridan Rd. / 847.432.1888
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PARK DISTRICT
Stories in the Sand
APR. 24 | 10 AM - 11 AM
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Take advantage of clear blue skies, sunshine, and warmer breezes with the Park District! On April 24 at Rosewood Beach, parents their kids (ages 6 months - 6 years) can enjoy story time with a naturalist, a short sensory hike on the beach or in the ravine, and explore a nature activity that pairs with the story.
$6
Rosewood Beach - 883 Sheridan Rd. / 847.432.4790
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HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Grab & Go Craft
THROUGH APR. 21
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The Library has a new grab & go craft project for kids ages 5 - 14. Pick up materials to build your own toy spinning top at the Youth Services Desk before April 21. Use scissors, glue, and markers from home to construct and decorate your top, and spin away!
FREE
494 Laurel Ave. / 847.432.0216
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