The weekend will be here before you know it, so start planning now to make sure you don’t miss out on delicious dining deals during Chicago Restaurant Week, a concert in the city or a film festival in the suburbs, or even a trip to Lake Geneva. Plus, find out which book the Wilmette Public […]
If you’re like most of us, you’ve often found bra shopping to be confusing, and even downright anxiety-inducing. Fortunately, the right boutique can make all the difference. Chantilly Lace knows that “the right lingerie and sleepwear change not only your look, but your outlook.” Nestled in Plaza Del Lago, one of the country’s oldest shopping […]
Even when it’s below zero degrees outside, the owner of the Gregory Street Residence in Wilmette is in his garden. Or it feels that way. That’s because the home he and his husband designed and built on a sunny, “unusually narrow and long” lot is structured to wrap around the garden and embrace it with […]
Most accurately, we should call this a tale of two taquerias, but “two tacos” scans better. Taco Lago, owned by local restaurateur Tim Lenon (Fuel), is located in Plaza del Lago on the far eastern edge of town, while The Trendy Taco can be found in the heart of downtown Wilmette, in the old Hotcakes […]
There’s a new taqueria in town. Taco Lago opened in Wilmette and serves gluten-free, farm-to-table Mexican food everyone can enjoy. And on your first visit, don’t forget a margarita or Mexican beer. The restaurant also features graffiti art created by a Pilsen artist and the wall will be updated every six months to showcase local talent. Taco […]
As a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, the Wilmette Theatre relies on donations and support from the community and local businesses to continue its mission of providing quality, educational and entertaining programs to the community. This year, we owe special thanks for major contributions from the Jerome Mirza Foundation, Make It Better Magazine, and North Shore Community […]
You’ve heard the saying, “There’s not a bad seat in the house.” Now, help the Wilmette Theatre make that a reality. The Wilmette Theatre is proud to announce the launch of its “Take a Seat” campaign to raise the funds needed to pay for the replacement of the theatre’s 40-year-old seats. Those who support our […]
Beloved throughout the country, Gigi’s Cupcakes opened in Wilmette on Oct. 28, offering a rotating menu of more than 300 cupcake flavors. Piled high with icing, Gigi’s cupcakes are a national phenomenon — but don’t miss out on other breakfast options including muffins, pies, breads, cinnamon rolls and a host of other treats, all baked […]
“Almost as soon as we walked in the door, I realized that this was the right house,” explains the owner of a nearly 8,000-square-foot brick bungalow adorned with columns and other Georgian architectural elements in Wilmette. Although the interior was dark and derelict, he was impressed with its solid construction and could envision a lighter, […]
The Wilmette Theatre’s mission is to provide quality programming not readily available elsewhere in the Chicago area. An important aspect of our programming is our partnerships with other not-for-profit organizations to present films and provide discussions. November is a very busy month for these programs. We are the exclusive suburban host of the Asian Pop-Up […]
