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Offices @ CoLab
900 Chicago Ave., Ste. 104
Evanston, IL 60202
halloween happenings
on the mile!
See what's spooky IN our STORES & Restaurants
Bentley's Pet Stuff
743 Chicago Ave
WIN AN AWESOME GIFT BASKET in their Virtual Halloween Contest!
Post a picture of your pet in costume and tag Bentley's Pet Stuff Evanston on Facebook or Instagram. Use the hashtag #bentleyshalloweencontest. To qualify, you must share on your personal page.
Deadline October 31. Winner will be announced November 1.
Booked
506 Main St
Come on over on October 30, 10:30am-11:30am to meet Alex Willan, author of Dragons Are The Worst! Gilbert the goblin, of Unicorns Are The Worst!, is back to explain why dragons are the actual worst. Alex is looking forward to meeting you, signing your books, and might even introduce you to Gilbert himself!
But wait, there’s more! The book-signing event with Alex Willan is also a COSTUME PARTY! Readers of all ages who come by Booked in costume will receive a prize. Those who arrive sporting their unicorn, dragon, or goblin best will be awarded a bonus prize!Classy Closet Consignment
701 Washington St
Are you ready for Halloween?
Come party with us at Classy Closet!Classy Closet will be hosting an After Hours Pre-Halloween Party on Thursday, October 28th from 12-8!
The Sale will last until Halloween, Sunday 10/31
We will be closed on Monday 11/1 to restock new items. We will be reopening on Tuesday 11/2.
We cannot wait to celebrate with you!We'll have snacks, drinks, and deals!
- 25% off all Jewelry.
- 50% off all 1st Floor Clothing and Accessories
- 50-75% off all basement items
Few Spirits Tasting Room
918 Chicago Ave (in the alley)
The Few Spirits Tasting Room is dressing up as a 1970's hotel bar for Halloween! Toss your keys in the bowl, and join us for some vintage hotel magic. FEW 72 will run nightly from October 28th until November 3rd from 5-10PM.
If you know your Evanston history, you're aware that 1972 was the very first year that alcohol sales were made in our fair city. We’re bringing the feeling of a classy, sexy, autumnal-hued hotel bar to the FEW Spirits tasting room, where you can enjoy a cocktail menu featuring our own spins on the 1970’s best... and worst! That’s right, FEW Spirits might be a global company these days, but we aren’t too cool for Harvey Wallbangers. The FEW Spirits tasting room you know and love will be modeled after vintage hotel and motel bars, with a complete redecoration that will only be seen during this pop-up run.
If you thought we were joking about the bowl of keys, think again, and be on the lookout for skeleton keys and ribbon hidden around the Main-Dempster Mile. Bring one to the bar, and you miiiiiight just find a secret cocktail waiting to be opened!
We'll meet you at the hotel bar.
Sketchbook Brewing
821 Chicago Ave in Evanston
Both tap rooms are full to the brim with fun and specials!
OCTOBER 29 + 30: Kneads & Wants pop-up with Halloween-themed savories and sweet treats. Friday 4-8, Saturday 3-8 in Skokie
OCTOBER 29-31 HALLOWEEN WEEKEND- Friday: SKOKIE Movie at 8 pm for Grown-ups + Costume Contest (Check social media to vote on which movie we'll screen)
- Saturday: Treats for Kids at Both Locations
- Sunday: Screening of Coco in both locations plus Goodie Bags & Costume Prizes
- Food all three days!
OCTOBER 31: La Cocinita food truck with Venezuelan- inspired street food, 2-6 in Skokie
OCTOBER 31: Live At Sketchbook (Skokie): whitewolfsonicprincess (psychedelic folk|rock) 3-5.All over The Mile
Main, Dempster & Chicago Ave
Look for this sign in the doorway and stop in to Trick or Treat! You can always check in with a shop that doesn't have a sign too, but be prepared for tricks. :)
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