Page 69 - Chicago's North Shore Visitors Guide 2017-18

2017vg_Body_V4__ 1/15/2018 2:54 PM Page 69
Evanston
Bookends and Beginnings Evanston
www.bookendsandbeginnings.com
Retail
Located in Bookman’s Alley in the heart of downtown Evanston, Retail
1712 Sherman Ave. • Evanston
224.999.7722
line of irresistible jewelry and literary happenings. Close to Districts
Districts
Bookends & Beginnings is a cozy independent bookstore offer-
ing new and used books, unique gifts including an exclusive
Northwestern University, this unique spot is a booklover’s dream.
Central Street Merchants Association
C. D. Peacock www.centralstreet-evanston.com
A charming retail district in North Evanston with a friendly,
www.cdpeacock.com diverse community of independent stores. Find hand-ground
Westfield Old Orchard spices, clothing, jewelry and gift boutiques, antique maps
I-94 and Old Orchard Rd. • Skokie and furniture, a pet bakery, natural health products and
847.679.1837 great places to eat. Conveniently located at the Central
Established in 1837 as Chicago’s first jewelry retailer offering Street stop of the Metra Union Pacific North Line.
the finest jewelry, timepieces and giftware luxury brands
Downtown Evanston
including Rolex, Hermes, Chanel, Cartier, Panerai, Patek
www.downtownevanston.org
Philippe, Montblanc, Mikimoto, Hearts On Fire, Tacori and
820 Davis St. • 847.866.6319
many others. Offering something special for all of life’s
special events. Whether shopping for an engagement ring, Offering a unique blend of one-of-kind shops, boutiques,
fashion jewelry, anniversary gift or quality watch, you’ll find it national retailers and diverse restaurants. You’ll find apparel,
at C. D. Peacock. furnishings, book stores, salons and plenty of places to
replenish your thirst and satisfy your appetite. A fun place to
wander, the walkable downtown is steps from Lake Michigan
The Classic Stitch and connected to the city by Chicago’s famed “el” train.
www.theclassicstitch.com
549 Chestnut St. • Winnetka Howard Street
847.881.2930 The gateway to Evanston as you travel north from the City of
Chicago, Howard Street is home to the main CTA transfer
Exquisite hand painted canvases, exceptional custom design,
station which makes its unique boutiques and restaurants
an abundance of fibers, expert and creative finishing and an
easily accessible.
array of classes. Service and knowledge is exceptional. Come
see for yourself.
Main-Dempster Mile
www.maindempstermile.com
The Main-Dempster Mile is home to an active community of
over 200 independent businesses located along Chicago
Avenue, Main Street, and Dempster Street in the southeast
corner of Evanston. The area is anchored by two CTA Purple
Line stations and the Main Street Metra station, creating a
transit-oriented and walkable neighborhood that offers residents
and visitors a variety of unique options for shopping, dining,
and entertainment in some of the oldest commercial buildings
in Evanston. SHOPPING

Ayala’s Originals, Evanston

www.visitchicagonorthshore.com 69