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Offices @ CoLab
900 Chicago Ave., Ste. 104
Evanston, IL 60202
MOTHER'S DAY gift guide - scroll down for meal DEALs and gift ideas
Dining SPECIALS
Blind Faith Cafe
525 Dempster St
Serving globally inspired menus, Blind Faith is a certified green restaurant transforming the way people enjoy vegetarian cuisine. Serving Brunch on Mother's Day. Reservations reccomended.
Firehouse Grill
750 Chicago Ave
Our patio and indoor dining will be open from 11:30am - 9:00pm on Mother's Day! Or treat Mom to a special Mother's Day Brunch picked up from Firehouse Grill to go!
Our delicious meal has something for everyone, if you like sweet brunch or savory! Add on Mimosas for a bonus!
Pre-order by 5/7 for pickup.
Homestead Meats Giveaway!
1305 Chicago Ave
Secret Mother's Day Drawing
Enter to win a Mother's Day Dinner Prize Pack: three petite (6 oz.) boneless New York Strip steaks and a curated selection of three charcuterie meats plus one cheese. Two prizewinners will be randomly selected.
To enter, all you need to do is call the shop and mention the words "secret sale." We'll add your name to the hat. Entries are due by noon on Friday, May 7. We will notify the winner by phone on Friday afternoon. Items are perishable (and are perfect for a Mother's Day celebration), so please enter only if you can visit the shop to pick up the prize this weekend.
The Lucky Platter & The Platter Pantry
512-514 Main St
The Lucky Platter always has Quiche, Family Chicken or Veggie Pot Pies and soups in the Platter Pantry! With all the other goodies (small batch toffee, Portuguese Tea, Jeni’s Ice Cream) it is a great spot for a one stop Mothers Day shop.
Oceanique: They're Only Open One Sunday a Year!
505 Main St
YES we will be OPEN on Sunday, May 9th for Mother's Day offering our A la Carte Menu. Seating 4pm- 8pm. Not dining indoors yet? Order some extraordinary pastry or ice cream to-go!
Reprise Coffee Roasters
710 Main St
Enjoy Reprise's signature Lavender Latte, made with a simple syrup infused with lavender grown by Adam's mom herself. 20% off all lavender lattes, including half gallons to go. PLUS ... Elena's Garden Pop Up! Pre-order flowers and pick them up when you get your joe.
Union Pizzeria
1245 Chicago Ave
We just opened up May 9th reservations for Mother's Day Brunch on Resy.com.
We'll also have plenty of Peach Bellinis and Bloody Mary's flowing if your in the mood!
YoFresh Cafe
635 Chicago Ave
MOM and ME Strawberry Parfait. $5.99, Buy one, get one free for Mom. Mother's Day weekend at YoFresh Cafe. Saturday and Sunday, May 8-9th.
Experiences
Zero Waste, Sustainable Self Care
Mommy Meditation Class
Clairvoyant Center of Chicago
941 Chicago Ave
Starting May 1 (4 wks) Some of the topics will include - your energy as mom with sensitive children, space for
individuality, intuitive awareness, and relating to your challenges in a different light.
Totally New You
Lea Med Spa
719 Main St
- Buy 100 Units of Botox - get one free lip filler
- Buy 2 syringes of lip filler - get 20 units of Botox free
- Buy 4 PDO Thread - get 2 PDO Thread free
- Buy whole body hair removal (4 sessions) - get 1 free lip injection
Mommy Makeover!
Evanston Eye Wellness
716 Main St
Marie Parie Boutique
508 Main St
Raizel Designs
729 Chicago Ave
Submission Guidelines:
Entry Deadline, Friday April 30th 2021
Submit a 500 Word or Less Statement, on the Theme “Why My Mother Deserves To Be Honored” & A Clear Photo of your Mother
Email Entries to makeovermdm@gmail.com
- Open to Evanston, IL Residents18 or Older
- You must have permission from the Mother and any and all persons identified or otherwise referred to in your Statement
- Odds of winning depend upon the number of eligible Entries. One Winner Will be Chosen.
- Entries will be judged and (4) four finalist to be Selected. Finalist & their statements will be shared publicly via Facebook and Voted on using the 'Like' Feature
- Winning Entry Agrees to their Image being Used for Social Media & Promotional Purposes
Winner Announced Sunday, May 9th, 2021
NEW SPA ALERT
Rock Star Nails & Spa
635 Chicago Ave
Rock Star is a genuine wow. Lots of space for multiple Moms!
Relaxation & Day Spa Services
Eden Agora Spa
500 Main St
Manicure, pedicure, massage, facials and more. Gift Cards available.
Luxury Facial Treatments
Elite Esthetic Center
1041 Chicago Ave
Genuine Luxury, guaranteed to leave you relaxed and your skin glowing. Gift cards available.
DELICIOUS TREATS
Drinking and DIY Dining
Essential for Mom Health
Kombucha Brava
717 Custer St
Moms have guts. Some Kombucha or a gift card from Brava is essential for mother's gut health. :)
The Freshest Ingredients
Village Farmstand
810 Dempster St
Grab ingredients from this online farmers market and make a great meal for Mom.
Cook Something Amazing
Homestead Meats
1305 Chicago Ave
If Mom is the family cook? Give her a night off!
Bean-to-Bar Handmade Chocolates
Noir d'Ebene Chocolat et Patisserie
1309 Chicago Ave
Try the rose-infused chocolates. Trust us.
Herbs and More
In Fine Fettle Holistic Health Center & Wellness Boutique
900 Chicago Ave, Suite 100 (Main St entrance)
Incense, essential oils, herbs, and more
Artisan Chocolates
Belgian Chocolatier Piron
509 Main St
Delicious house-made chocolates in impeccable packages.
CBD Treats
Botanica Plant-based Health
1306 Chicago Ave
Chocolate, gummies, gift baskets and more.
A Really Good Bottle of Wine
The Wine Goddess
702 Main St
But seriously, a really good bottle of wine.
A Really Good Beer
The Wine Goddess
702 Main St
But seriously, a really good beer.
WEARABLES
Cool Clothing and Gorgeous Jewelry
Vintage and Modern Jewelry
Cottage Jewelers
530 Dempster St
Buy a gorgeous piece, or sell something you're not wearing!
Shop to Help the YWCA
YWCA Crowded Closet
824 Dempster St
Proceeds from all sales at this adorable thrift shop support the mission of the YWCA Evanston-North Shore
Jewelry for All Budgets
Virag Jewelers
703 Main St
Jewelry from local artisans, and fine pieces too
For the Girly Girl
Marie Parie Boutique
508 Main St
Half Paris chic, half rock n' roll, Marie Parie is full of frilly French fancies. Guaranteed to please.
Artisan Jewelry
stumble & relish
1310 Chicago Ave
Artisan Jewelry for every style, sourced locally
Fair Trade Gifts
Ten Thousand Villages
915 Chicago Ave
When you purchase gifts from TTV, an artisan from an emerging country earns a fair wage
Designer Thrift Apparel
Classy Closet Consignment
701 Washington St
Great looks at even better prices
All the Fun Jewelry
niceLena & Friends
1235 Chicago Ave
Handmade jewelry in bright colors and fun designs
Custom Designed Jewelry
Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry Design
1244 Chicago Ave
Choose a piece from a Duquet collection, or design your own!
SELF CARE
Spa it Yourself!
Mindful
Self-Care
In Fine Fettle Holistic Health Center & Wellness Boutique
900 Chicago Ave, Suite 100 (Main St entrance)
Incense, essential oils, herbs, and more
Bespoke Self-Care
The Alchemist's Wife
917 Chicago Ave
Perfumes, bath bombs, face and body lotions and grooming products for all genders
Living Gifts
Cultivate Urban Rainforest & Gallery
704 Main Street
Calling Plant Parents! Bring a sweet new plant into your life.
Calming Incense,
Gorgeous Apparel
TIBETGift Chicago
828 Dempster St
The widest selection of incense and incense holders in the whole neighborhood, along with beautiful Tibetan jewelry.
CBD Treats
Botanica Plant-based Health
1306 Chicago Ave
Chocolate, gummies, gift baskets and more.
Easy Listening
Squeezebox Books & Music
743 Main St
Your first source for calming music. Second-hand vinyl, cards, books and gifts, all at extremely affordable prices
other fun stuff
So many amazing options, so little space
Custom Gifts with Whimsy
niceLena & Friends
1235 Chicago Ave
Personalize mugs, coasters, candles, jewelry, ornaments, and really, almost anything you can think of at Lena's
The Perfect Card
stumble & relish
1310 Chicago Ave
This store is full of fun, whimsical gifts, and you WILL find the perfect card for Mom
DIY Art Kits
Art Makers Outpost
609 South Blvd
At-home art kits are available to take and make the perfect card, jewelry, coasters, posters and more. All materials are recycled, so your creations are supporting sustainability too!
Treat Your Pet Moms too!
Follow Your Nose
917 Chicago Ave
Treats, clothing, accessories and more for your furry companions
Housewares, Decor and More
Ten Thousand Villages
915 Chicago Ave
When you purchase gifts from TTV, an artisan from an emerging country earns a fair wage
Gifts for your Rock n' Roll Mom
Marie Parie Boutique
508 Main St
Half Paris chic, half rock n' roll, Marie Parie is full of frilly French fancies. Guaranteed to please.
Vintage Gifts
Secret Treasures Antiques & Collectibles
605 Dempster St
Cards and gifts from yesteryear at great prices
SPACE Merch
Evanston SPACE
1245 Chicago Ave
Candles, apparel, mugs, keychains and gift cards available from SPACE
One of a Kind Handmade Pottery
The Pot Shop
1244 Chicago Ave
Incredibly beautiful and extremely practical, all handmade here in Evanston
