20
|
lifestyle & arts
THe North shore weekend
06/22 – 06/23/13
It seems like years since it’s been here
‘Here Comes the Sun’ party to rock Elawa ■ by hope holmberg In most cases, charity events require formal attire. However, Elawa Farm in Lake Forest aims for a more casual experience at its annual charity event, “Here Comes the Sun.” Elizabeth Lisk, chair of the event — which will take place this Saturday at Elawa Farm — said “it’s not one of those events that you have to get all dressed up for. You can wear a pair of jeans and fit right in.” During the evening, guests will enjoy a pig roast, fresh vegetables and fruits, food from both Froggy’s and the Bent Fork. Attendees may want to wear shoes they can move in, because Rollover, a local rock band, will also provide dancing music. Solstice Sunrise — a pomegranate
goings on about towns Events to attend on the North Shore in the week ahead
FRIDAY, JUNE 21
Larry Stillman, author of “The Rope Catcher” | Lake Forest Book Store | 680 N. Western Avenue, Lake Forest | 7 p.m. | To reserve your copy call 847-234-4420. | Lake Forest Book Store’s Summer Author Series continues with local writer Larry Stillman, who will discuss his book “The Rope Catcher” (iUniverse, $21.95), a novel that tells the story of Jimmy Goodluck, a young man whose aimless existence is changed when he becomes a code talker for the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II.
SATURDAY, JUNE 22
PlaySpace Grand Opening | Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center | 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie | 11 a.m. to 2p.m. | 847-6736800 | The Westfield Old Orchard new PlaySpace and interactive organic garden will open to the public. Special events include gardening activities, musical entertainment, face painting, crafts and more. This event continues on June 23.
The Art Center’s Festival of Fine Craft
| The Art Center – Highland Park | Sheridan Road and Park Avenue, Highland Park | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through June 23 | Free | theartcenterhp.org | The Highland Park Festival of Fine Craft is a two-day outdoor celebration of the visual arts showcasing the works of more than 125 artists on Sheridan Road in Highland Park.
martini in a mason jar — as well as a silent auction are additions to this year’s festivities. The auction items will include a cocktail hour in the hay barn and the opportunity to work alongside Elawa Farm’s full-time farmer, Jesse, for a day. “That would be great for any age, to learn all the tips and trades of how Jesse harvests the garden,” Lisk said. The chance to spend a day working with the farm’s chef will also be up for auction. Lisk said funds raised help support the farm. “It’s just a beautiful, unique structure that the City of Lake Forest wants to maintain and the people do to,” she said. Joanne Miller, executive director of Elawa Farm, said the benefit helps support history, gardening and kitchen pro-
SUNDAY, JUNE 23
Wilmette Churches Walking Tour | Wilmette Historical Museum | 2 p.m. | Free for Wilmette Historical Museum members; $5 for non-members | RSVP required: 847-853-7666 | Join Kathy Hussey-Arntson, museum director, and Curator Patrick Leary as they talk about the early history of churches in the community and guide participants on a walking tour of four Protestant churches in east Wilmette. This 1 1/2 -hour-long tour will include a glimpse inside several of the churches with church docents. This program complements “Sacred Spaces,” a new exhibit at the museum.
“Table Reading of the Last Sabbath” | North Shore Congregation Israel | 1185 Sheridan Road, Glencoe | 4 p.m. | Free |847-835-0724 or nsci.org | “Table Reading of The Last Sabbath” is a play written by Scott Gendell that draws upon interviews on behalf of Survivors of the Shoah Foundation performed by The Shattered Globe Theatre Company. This event is free and open to the community.
Harpsichord Recital
| Regina Dominican High School Auditorium | 710 Locust Road, Wilmette | 4 p.m. | Free | Sister Marjorie Delaplane’s piano students will play Bach Inventions and Fugues on a harpsichord, which is an authentic replica of Bach’s own instrument. Her students will play Bach’s great works on the harpsichord first and then on the piano in order to better display Bach’s style. All are welcome to attend.
MONDAY, JUNE 24
Monday Night Car Show | Westfield Old Orchard | 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie | 6-9 p.m. | Free | 847-433-2400 or mondaynightcarshows.com |
Elizabeth Lisk is the chairperson of the Saturday fundraiser for Elawa Farm.
photography by joel lerner gramming for both children and adults. “We’re always thrilled that the Associate Board puts on our annual benefit that raises funds for us to continue our restoration projects,” Miller said. Joanna Rolek, executive director for the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of
Commerce, said the farm is a jewel. “I would say that Elawa is one of the wonderful entities that contributes greatly to the fabric of our communities,” Rolek said. To purchase tickets, visit elawafarm.org, or call 837-234-1966. Individual tickets are $95, and donor tickets at $125. ■
Take a trip to the past and check out a selection of classic cars parked on display in the West parking lot of Westfield Old Orchard shopping center. As many as 200 cars will be on display including classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, motorcycles and vintage military vehicles. Come and enjoy a summer night full of great music, food, prizes, hourly raffles, and fun supporting Monday Night Car Shows, Inc., every Monday night through September 3.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26
Evening Gourmet Farmer’s Market | City of Highwood | 103 Highwood Avenue, Everts Park, Highwood | Through Sept. 4 | 4-9 p.m. | Highwood’s evening Farmer’s Market meets Wednesday evenings. Live entertainment, prepared food, drinks, and more.
THURSDAY, JUNE 27
TUESDAY, JUNE 25
Will Schwalbe, author of “The End of Your Life Book Club” | Lake Forest Book Store and the Highland Park Public Library | 494 Laurel Ave., Highland Park | 7 p.m. | Free | 847-234-4420 | “The End of Your Life Book Club” is Will Scwalbe’s memoir of the time he spent with his mother, Mary Anne, as she underwent treatment for cancer, during which the two spent many hours in waiting rooms. Once, by chance, they read the same book at the same time — and an informal book club of two was born.
Sip & Shop Event Series | Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center | 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie | 6 to 9 p.m. | Free; | RSVP required at westfield.com/oldorchard/ | Sip & Shop is a wine series during which customers enjoy wine and spirits tastings, food, special offers and promotions from participating retailers, as well as entertainment. The event is free but RSVP only. Guests will receive a program guide outlining all “stops and special offers,” as well as an exclusive gift bag. Want to submit your North Shore event to Goings On About Towns? Send an email with the particulars and the subject heading “GOAT” to katierose@ jwcmedia at least 10 days before publication, and we will do our best to get it in
City of Lake Forest
Celebrating America’s Farmers June 22–October 12 : Saturdays 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Downtown Lake Forest www.cityoflakeforest.com