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📰 Revolutionizing Education with Human-Centered Design at New Trier

📰 Northwestern Football: A New Era under Coach Braun

📰  Seasonal Cheer on Track: Metra Extends Holiday Train Service to Union Pacific North Rail Line

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Attention Local Business Owners!

There's real power in choosing local. Every time we walk into your stores or use your services, it strengthens the community. And behind every service, product, or daily special, we know there’s an owner with a vision and a story worth hearing.

🌟Spotlight on You – The Heart of Our Neighborhood🌟

"New Trier Thrive" is all about celebrating the businesses that make our area unique. We're looking for the innovators, the neighborhood favorites, the hard workers making our daily lives better and brighter.

If that sounds like you, let's connect! Drop us a line, tell us what you’re all about, and let's introduce your business to the neighbors who are excited to support you. Join us in showcasing the best of local. Send a message – let’s get the conversation rolling!

Do you own a Business in New Trier Township? Select an option: 👇

❤️ Own a local business? Apply to be featured!

❤️ Love a local business? Share the love & nominate!

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Events For Kids & Family

Letters to Santa 🎅🏼 Now thru Dec. 17 Northfield Community Center, 401 Wagner Road, Northfield Details: Drop off your letters in the special mailbox at the community center. Include your return address.

Troop 9- 66th Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast Saturday, Dec 2, 7-1 p.m.

Third Annual Willow Hill Lights Drive-Thru Holiday Event Now thru Jan 6, 2024 -1350 Willow Road Northbrook

Santa’s Reindeer Visit Now - Dec 15 Chalet Nursery- Wilmette

Letters For Santa - Collecting at Chalet Now thru Dec 15- Download Letter Template Here 📬 Chalet Nursery Wilmette

Kohlights: A Mesmertastic Holiday Lightacular! Kohl Children’s Museum Glenview Now thru Dec 16 @ 5:00p.m. - 7:30 p.m. This event occurs weekly on Fridays & Saturdays

Winter Wanderland 2023 And a Visit With Santa Claus! Presented by Community House Junior Board Saturday, December 2 · 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Winnetka

 Winter Scavenger Hunt: The Great Snowflake Search Wilmette Historical Museum Dec 3- Feb 15, 2024

Dog Safety at Kohl’s Children’s Museum Dec 6, Dec 20: Learn some simple “dog language” and watch a man’s best friend perform some smart tricks!

Gingerbread House Decorating Weds, Dec 13 5-6p.m Winnetka Park District

Visit With Santa Sat, Dec 16 Weinberg Family Recreational Center Glencoe Time slots filling up fast, book now!

Shrek The Musical  Dec 21, thru Dec 31 *Half priced tickets for 25 yrs & younger North Shore Center For The Performing Arts - Skokie

Events For Adults

Cine’ Club Join a group of 12 to 15 online for a discussion in French of a French film with English subtitles. 1:30 -3:30 p.m. Every 2nd Thursday of the month until April 10, 2024

Game On! Board Gaming for Adults. Drop-in. Meets monthly on the Third Tuesday of Every month. Glenview Public Library

Clara Williams Trunk Show  Peach Tree Place Northfield Wednesday Nov 29 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.

NSSC To Celebrate National Caregiver Month! Wednesday, Nov 29 2:00 -4 p.m. Raffle Prizes & More. Call (847) 784-6041 or email [email protected] to register North Shore Senior Center Northfield

Late-er Night on Central Thursday, Nov 30, 11-7 p.m.

Sip & Shop Wilmette Thursday, Nov 30, 5-8 p.m.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Thursday, Nov 30, 7 p.m. Cornog Auditorium 7 Happ Road - Northfield All Ages

Winnetka Holiday Tree Lighting Friday, Dec 1, 5:00-6:30 Dwyer Park

11th Annual Winter Warm-Up for Ghana 2023- Friday, Dec 1, 4:30 -6:30 p.m. Gingerbread House kits to-go that make the world a better place! Pick up in Skokie

Mavis Staples: A Concert for Justice at Cahn Auditorium Friday, Dec 1 Doors: 7 p.m. | Show: 8 p.m. Evanston

Entrepreneur Hour: Become a Pro at Social Media Content Creation Sunday, Dec 3, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. CST - Zoom meeting for women entrepreneurs. Workbook included.  

Joe Kilgallon Returns! Saturday, Dec 9, 8 -10 p.m. Laughing Academy Glenview

The Bad Momz of Comedy  Friday, December 15, 8 -10 p.m. Laughing Academy Glenview

Have an upcoming event you want us to share?

Quick Steps to Disable NameDrop on Your iPhone:

In an age where personal information security is paramount, iPhone users might want to consider turning off the NameDrop feature that is, by default, activated with iOS 17. To ensure your contact information remains secure, follow these easy steps:

• Begin by opening the 'Settings' on your iPhone.

• Proceed by selecting the 'General' option.

• Within 'General', find and click on 'AirDrop'.

• Lastly, to disable NameDrop, switch the 'Bringing Devices Together' option to the off position.

Remember, maintaining control over your personal information is a crucial step in preventing cybercrime.

Revolutionizing Education with Human-Centered Design at New Trier

The innovative program of Human-Centered Design (HCD) is revitalizing the educational landscape at New Trier, a high school where the traditional learning boundaries are blurred. Five years ago, the inception of this unique program began with a shared vision among community members to create a specialized learning environment, akin to the Integrated Global Studies School (IGSS), but with an emphasis on business, entrepreneurship, and engineering. Unlike IGSS, the HCD program is designed to permeate all subjects rather than functioning as an isolated entity. The program is spearheaded by New Trier teachers Mark Bowers, Julie Barr, Jason Boumstein, and Chris Van Den Berg, who collaborate closely with the administration and other teachers to instill HCD principles in all areas of study.

As part of their endeavors, they are working on a Professional Learning Collaborative (PLC) that involves teachers from each department, spreading the tenets of HCD to enable educators to integrate them into their existing curriculum. The Siebel Center for Design, a key partner in the process, helps to demystify the complexities of the HCD program to the teachers while fostering collaboration and encouraging the generation of ideas. Furthermore, the Center is spearheading research to evaluate the impact of professional development at New Trier, collecting data to measure the benefits of implementing HCD-focused units. This fresh, versatile program is creating a palpable buzz among the teachers and students, and the excitement is infectious.

Northwestern Football: A New Era under Coach Braun

Northwestern football hit a stride under the leadership of newly appointed head coach, David Braun, as he was declared Big Ten Coach of the Year just a fortnight after his official appointment. Braun, who initially joined as the team's defensive coordinator in December, was promoted to interim head coach in July following the dismissal of Pat Fitzgerald. Unanimously selected by fellow Big Ten coaches and media, Braun's accolade signifies a turning point for Northwestern.

Braun steered the Wildcats to a respectable 7-5 record, a significant improvement over the mere two victories logged in the previous two seasons under Fitzgerald. His achievement also marked the highest win record for a first-year Northwestern head coach since 1903, and the largest win improvement for any FBS team this season. Amidst the turmoil and controversies surrounding the team, Braun's focus on the game remarkably uplifted the Wildcats, securing them a spot in the postseason bowl game.

Seasonal Cheer on Track: Metra Extends Holiday Train Service to Union Pacific North Rail Line

Metra has increased its holiday train services with the inclusion of a sixth train, slated to run in mid-December, complete with seasonal favorites like Santa and Mrs. Claus. This expansion covers six rail lines, including the newly added Union Pacific North, among existing ones like Metra Electric, BNSF, Milwaukee District West, Rock Island, and Union Pacific Northwest. Tickets for the Union Pacific North, scheduled for December 16, are priced at $5 and set to go on sale at 7 a.m. Thursday, after the tickets for the other lines sold out in less than a day. The train's route starts from Waukegan at 11:10 a.m., passing through numerous stations before reaching a festively decorated Ogilvie Transportation Center at 12:30 p.m. After a brief pause, the train departs at 1:35 p.m., offering riders the flexibility to return immediately or utilize their ticket for a later ride. The packed holiday trains are scheduled for different Saturdays, dependent on the rail line, enhancing the festive joy for commuters this holiday season.

To get tickets, click here.

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New Trier Triumphs: Captures First Boys Soccer Title in 15 Years

New Trier Township High School boys soccer team clinched their first boys soccer championship in 15 years, defeating Lyons Township in the 3A state championship. The victory was a culmination of teamwork and strategic planning, with key contributions from senior midfielder Aidan O’Neill. The team's journey included avenging their sole season loss against Glenbrook North High School and a decisive win in the final. Coach Matt Ravenscraft praised the team's spirit and acknowledged the opponent's efforts in a gesture of sportsmanship. The season ended with a remarkable 23-1-2 record, a testament to the team's skill and determination.

Get Ready For More Ramblers Excitement! Event and sports Tickets are Purchased Online in Advance at: https://gofan.co/app/school/IL15565.

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Melody Spa A Tranquil Oasis In Downtown Wilmette

Escape this Holiday Season to Melody Spa In Downtown Wilmette - Book a Stress Relieving Reflexology Treatment or Therapeutic Massage Today. Gift Certificates available (847) 906-4484 1109 Central Avenue Mon-Sat 10 - 9 p.m. Sun 11-8 p.m.

Spread Holiday Cheer with Caring Neighbors 🎄🕎

The Caring Neighbors program at New Trier Township has long provided gifts to local families facing financial hardship during the holidays. For years, our generous community members have stepped up to sponsor a neighbor in need.

While parents rarely submit their own wish lists, sponsors often include gift cards for the parents as well. The program keeps both donors and recipients confidential. To protect privacy, township staff distribute the gifts during private appointments with the families. How You Can Help: Township staff identify and qualify families in need of holiday gifts for their children. The families submit wish lists with items their children would enjoy and make good use of. Donors then sponsor a family and purchase age-appropriate gifts for the children. To learn more about sponsoring a local family this holiday season, please contact Jeanne Winsted Rosser at (847) 446-8201 or [email protected]. Your generosity will spread holiday cheer to our neighbors in need.

Charitable Donations & Shopping:

| North Shore Exchange | 1100 Central Ave, Wilmette | www.northshoreexchange.org |

| North Shore Exchange | 372 Hazel Ave, Glencoe | http://northshoreexchange.org/collections/glencoe-collection |

| YWCA Shop for Good | 1107 Central Ave, Wilmette | www.ywca-ens.org |

| Winnetka Thrift Shop | 992 Green Bay Rd Winnetka, | https://www.winnetkathriftshop.org/ |

| Village Treasure House | 1460 Paddock Drive Northbrook, IL 60062 | https://www.villagetreasurehouse.org/

We could use your help…we’ve got big plans as we get up to speed! But we need your help!

One huge way that you can help us is to spread the word for us.

Know somebody who lives in the Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Northfield, and East Glenview areas and would benefit from being kept in the know?

Please share New Trier Thrive with them! It’s simple! 👇👇👇