🌤️ New Trier Township Weather

📆 Local Events… Lot’s of Them! 🎶🎞️🍽️🛎️

📢 Spectacular Aurora Forecasted for Illinois Amid Geomagnetic Storm

📰 Glencoe Golf Club's New Clubhouse: A Blend of Prairie Style Design and Community Identity

📰 Celebrating New Trier High School's Distinguished Alumni

📰 Evolution of Wilmette's Liquor Licensing: Al's Meat Market at the Forefront

🏈🏀 High School Athletics

🏈🏀🏒 Professional Sports 

🔦 Local Business Spotlight

💓 Community Service 🤝

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.

A. Perry Homes Gingerbread Building Event for Children Saturday, Dec 2, 1-4 p.m.

Kids Visit With Santa Saturday, Dec 9 thru Sunday, Dec 10 Chalet Nursery

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

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

Red Invitation Holiday Sale Sunday, Dec 3, 10 a.m

Holiday Jazz Concert- Dave Shelton Trio with Beth Kuhn Sunday, Dec 3, 4 p.m.

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

Downtown Evanston Warm Bevvy Walk Thursday, Dec, 14 4 p.m.

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

Raising The Dead with Great Chicago Comedy  Sunday, December 24, 6-9 p.m.

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Spectacular Aurora Forecasted for Illinois Amid Geomagnetic Storm

Earth is expected to be hit by a potent geomagnetic storm on Thursday, which could trigger an extraordinary display of the northern lights across Illinois early Friday morning and potentially again in the evening. Geomagnetic storm activity is anticipated, and it could facilitate the spectacle of dazzling northern lights as far south as Illinois and other mid-latitude states between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. Friday. Predicting aurora is a complex task, and data is still limited, but researchers anticipate that an ethereal exhibition could be visible in the northern third of the country.

The National Weather Service forewarns of cloudy skies in Illinois. Those who plan to go aurora hunting are advised to seek a dark sky with clear views to the north. The Kp index, which represents the intensity of a solar energy burst, is projected to be 7 early Friday, according to the Space Weather Prediction Center. This center foresees a slightly lower G2 storm, but a Kp index of this magnitude typically results in aurora displays in mid-latitude states. A Kp index of 5 is anticipated for Friday night.

Glencoe Golf Club's New Clubhouse: A Blend of Prairie Style Design and Community Identity

The Glencoe Village Board Trustees were presented with new plans for the "Prairie-style" clubhouse of the Glencoe Golf Course, on the 16th of November. Spearheaded by the ad hoc committee and FGM Architects, the new blueprint aims for a structure that resonates with the diverse architectural style of Glencoe, according to the committee chairman, Michael LaPorte. The new design proposes a 10,000 square foot building, with an even distribution of indoor and outdoor seating, and social gathering spaces facing the west to capture the setting sun.

Daniel Nicholas from FGM Architects revealed that the architectural design is three months away from completion. The project's goal is to create a structure that is utilized year-round, at all times of the day. The project is jointly financed through a $15 million bond sale approved by voters and a private fundraising body, Friends of the Glencoe Golf Club. With $1 million already raised, the group aims to reach a $5 million target to offset the yearly bond payments, according to Friends President Dale Thomas. The Village Board plans to initiate construction next year, eyeing a mid-2025 opening for the new building.

Celebrating New Trier High School's Distinguished Alumni

New Trier High School announced the 2024 recipients of the Alumni Achievement Awards, an honor that recognizes the remarkable accomplishments of its alumni. This year, eight outstanding individuals will be added to the existing 70 laureates, celebrated at a grand gala in March. The selection process involves a committee consisting of alumni, New Trier staff, and foundation representatives. The nominees are judged on their embodiment of the school's motto: commitment to inquiry, compassion, and service to humanity.

Among the distinguished honorees are Tara Purohit Abrahams, a Class of 1994 graduate, and head of impact at a media firm advocating for women and girls. Sam Barsh, a renowned music producer and songwriter from the Class of 1999, who has made significant contributions to the music industry. Robert Bryant, a Class of 1980 graduate, and a NASA chemist who has earned international recognition for his inventions. Other noteworthy recipients include Jerry Fiddler, the co-founder of software firm Wind River Systems, Donald Katz, the founder of the popular audio platform Audible, and Liesel Pritzker Simmons, co-founder of an impact investment firm. Richard Sherman, a notable orthopedic surgeon and team physician at New Trier High School, and Ellen Spertus, a computer scientist with a focus on gender and technology intersections, were also among the inductees.

Evolution of Wilmette's Liquor Licensing: Al's Meat Market at the Forefront

In a bid to both preserve the community butcher shop and meet the evolving demands of the downtown Wilmette area, a novel concept is taking shape. The team behind the project plans to introduce a bar within Al's Meat Market, an institution that has been a community fixture since it moved to downtown Wilmette in 2001. The proposition, which includes enhancements to the existing butcher business, is viewed as a "tremendous opportunity" and a welcome addition to the area's nightlife scene. The team provided a sample small-bites menu for the bar, featuring items like charcuterie and cheese plates, dips, hush puppies, and meatball sliders.

The concept was met with support from the Village Board, with Trustee Stephen Leonard expressing his advocacy for the idea and the team. However, Trustee Gina Kennedy expressed some reservations, seeking more data on public safety in the area. In response, Braiman and Stein pointed out that the police had received only six nighttime calls near establishments serving alcohol until 1 a.m. in the past year, and only two of those involved patrons of such establishments. The Village staff will now draft an ordinance for a new type of liquor license to support this unique concept, with conditions that the butcher shop remains operational during the day and the bar offers food. The eventual decision by the board will set a precedent for the alcohol-serving establishments in downtown Wilmette.

HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS SCOOP 🏀🏈🏐🏒

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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NORTH SHORE COUNTRY DAY RAIDERS

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PROFESSIONAL SPORTS SCOOP 🏀🏈🏒

CHICAGO BEARS 🏈

CHICAGO BULLS 🏀

CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS 🏒

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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!

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

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