March 11th....Grand Opening Marianos in the Garden Market

This Friday and Saturday in Western Springs-Sidewalk Sale

Enjoy some bargains and see what is going on in downtown Western Springs and the Garden Market.

Free Wine Tastings on Wednesday at the Hillgrove Wine Cellar

Hillgrove Wine Cellars

is located at the corner of Hillgrove Avenue and Wolf. They are now serving appetizers and wine. They will be at the French Market on Thursday with some tastings. Stop by and see their new look and join them for their Wednesday night wine tasting. Hillgrove Wine Cellars

Saturday at the Village True Value Hardware

This Saturday they will have a Weber Grill Demo and Talk to the Scott's Answer Man. Learn how to beautify your lawn and enjoy a bbq all at once! June 9th at the Village True Value Hardware store at 835 Burlington, Western Springs 708-246-0892

Just got home from 800 West in Western Springs

I just went to 800 West with 2 of my girlfriends. We sat in the bar and had 4 appetizers-all for $5.00 each. We were stuffed! However, I needed to share the brownie a la mode which was great. And of course, we had a couple of glasses of wine. Met at 4:30 and home by 8.

Be sure and think local when you go out this winter!

Check out the Gift Items at Passing Fancy

1) Handcrafted cards, handmade gift tags, and cards specially designed to hold gift cards
They can be used for birthday, holiday, thank-yous, anything... as they are "exquisitely decorated" on the outside, lined and blank in the inside for you to write your own personalized greetings or well wishes, etc. Each card is a mini piece of art!

2) Hand knitted accessories crafted with a variety of interesting yarns, fibers, patterns and a rainbow of colors! There are caps, hats, scarves, capelets, mini purses with handles, etc You'll want to try them on and it'll still be a difficult decision!

3) Jewelry - lots of beautiful, unique pieces to choose from and made from beads, gems, glass, crystals, fibers, fabric; colorful or muted choices. You'll feel like you're in a jewelry candy shop!There are necklaces, bracelets, earrings and pins - sold as individual items or sets.

4) Hair accessories - the latest in style! wrapped headbands, embellished with flowers, gems or feathers - it'll be hard to choose!

5) Paintings and cards - From portraits, landscapes, still life subjects and different sizes to choose from. Professionally painted with watercolors and oils and pastels. Something for everyone!


This collection can be found in the storefront of the Old Town Art Studio, 1052 Hillgrove Ave, Western Springs.The studio is located on the next block west from The Community Bank of Western Springs and is sandwiched between Initially Ewe, the yarn shop and barber shop. e by local artists. Open Friday Dec. 9th from 11-5 and Sat. 11-3:30

Western Springs Christmas Walk - Dec. 3rd

This Saturday from 2 until 5:00 PM Walk around town and stop in at the merchants
Special event this year to celebrate our 125th birthday - a laser light show before Santa lights the tree.

Stems & Twigs and Uptown Shop Holiday Open House

Shop downtown Western Springs November 17th from 10 am until 7 pm The Uptown Shop and Stems & Twigs will be serving wine and chocolate plus giving a discount

Grab some friends and come to the Gift of Adoption Fundraiser November 4

Wine Tasting Event with Hor d'oevres & over 40 wine selections. $40 per person or $75.00 per couple. Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge, 5901 County Line Road in Hinsdale

Gift of Adoption is a national charitable organization that inspires adoption by providing grants to qualified parents-giving children who need families a permanent home and a chance to thrive.

I have been to the past events and will be at this one. It is a very pleasant evening from 7-10pm

RSVP online at giftofadoption.org/wineevent.html

Community Bank of Western Springs Shredding Event

Saturday Oct. 15th from 9 am until 11 am

Summer's End Wine and Food Festival in the Street

All the details!

September 17th

Summer's End Wine and Music Party - Mecenat Bistro and Gathering Place

Save the date! Sept. 17th from 4 pm until 10 pm Street party on Burlington Avenue in Downtown Western Springs. More information to follow. Sounds like a fun evening right here in town.

Western Springs Business Association Meeting Today

Here is what I learned today. Starting Sept.12th they will be resurfacing Hillgrove Avenue from Wolf Road west past the Theatre of Western Springs. It will be driveable most of the time but there will be days when parking is limited.

Western Springs Gift Certificates that are outstanding can be used at ALL merchants. Disregard what it says on the back of the old ones. All merchants will be reimbursed by the Business Association if they accept them.

Wednesdays are Senior Day at Casey's Market. Anyone over 60 will receive 10% off their order.

John Montalto Hair & Spa at 821 Burlington Ave, Suite A will also be introducing a senior day discount.

The Western Springs Police department reported that a few bicycles have been stolen from the train station. There have also been break-ins into cars along the tracks. Some were with the windows being smashed and others were unlocked. Don't leave purses or other valuables on your seats and lock your doors. Most of these incidents happened between 6 and 7:30 am.
The Western Springs Police have won some national safety awards. Recently they did a safety morning on Odgen Avenue and issued 17 speeding tickets in a matter of hours. It is never fun when we get stopped but they are working to keep our town safe.

Upcoming events in town include the Fall Festival on Oct. 7th and a street party on Burlington Avenue on Sept. 17th. More to follow.

Thursday Night Wine Tasting at the Hillgrove Wine Cellars in Western Springs

At the corner of Hillgrove Avenue and Wolf Road

Hillgrove Wine Cellars
800 Hillgrove Avenue
Western Springs, Illinois 60558
708 784-9003
August 18th Tasting 5 PM until 7 PM


This week's tasting will feature some of Lisa and Michael's FAVORITE selections.

Come into Hillgrove this Thursday and try some new wines!!

The owner of Stems and Twigs - Tish Rothschild- passed away

I just learned she died suddenly on Sunday, July 31st. The store is closed to day.

Mecenat in Downtown Western Springs

They are the new restaurant on Burlington that used to be Tanya Harts. They are doing a lot of things that I personally think are very fun. Monday nights they offer a babysitter in a room filled with toys and kid friendly dinner so you can enjoy your meal! Check it out this coming Monday evening. Also they have their own Sangria that is amazing and it is only $5 on Tuesday nights. Watch for entertainment and other specials.

St. John of the Cross Garage Sale is Today!!!

And don't forget the 1/2 price bag sale that is Monday from 10 until 1 pm.

Live entertainment at Mecenat on June 18th

This Saturday from 9-11 PM at Mecenat in downtown Western Springs on Burlington Avenue. Stop by and have a drink or dinner! Fun and close to home.

Shredding event at the Community Bank of Western Springs

Saturday June 11th from 9 am until 11 am. Stop in the bank and pick-up a coupon to get up to 3 boxes shredded. Then come on in and have coffee and donuts while you watch your documents disappear. The Community Bank is at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Hillgrove Ave.

Lawncare

Looking for a local to mow your lawn either on a regular basis or just occasionally? Matt in Old Town of Western Springs is available. He can be reached at 708-476-4170. Price depends on whether it is his mower or yours.