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5 Tips from Academic Approach to ensure Your Child Gets the most out of this Year

Even as students and teachers work remotely, Academic Approach North Shore continues to offer one-on-one tutoring and school programs that empower students from all backgrounds. Here’s how…

Cerebelly: What a Neurosurgeon Created to Feed Her Own Kids

A better food for your little one’s brain.

Small Business Saturday with YogaSix owner Suzanne Rossi

Small Business Love with Local owner of YogaSix, Suzanne Rossi!

Meet a Mom: Meet Local Influencer Johanna Grange!

This week’s Meet a Mom feature is the uber creative local influencer from Glenview, mom of two wee ones and Owner of Oak Street Social = entrepreneurial growth and social media advice!

Nicole Pearl, The Beauty Girl’s, 6 Fav Fall Finds

CNSmoms Beauty Contributor, Nicole Pearl The Beauty Girl says “Beauty Shouldn’t Be A Bitch.” Her top picks will truly elevate your everyday.

The Best Apple Crumble Recipe!

The Uber-talented sisters from Host to Perfection share their go-to way to use up apples this season.

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$5 Kids’ Days at Pinstripes

$5 Kids’ Days at Pinstripes

Pinstripes has begun a new promotion for their Kids Club Program. Monday through Thursdays, up to 4 Kids are able to enjoy $5 Kids Meals and/or $5 hour of Bowling or Bocce including shoes with each adult meal purchase. Pinstripes has lots of activities coming up for...

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5 Tips from Academic Approach to ensure Your Child Gets the most out of this Year

5 Tips from Academic Approach to ensure Your Child Gets the most out of this Year

Even as students and teachers work remotely, Academic Approach North Shore continues to offer one-on-one tutoring and school programs that empower students from all backgrounds. Here’s how…

Meet a Mom: Founder of Kenilworth Cookbook Club Allison McEntee!

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Meet a Mom: Founder of Kenilworth Cookbook Club Allison McEntee!

Allison McEntee knows how to build community through the love of cooking, food and sharing, and everyone’s welcome!

Cerebelly: What a Neurosurgeon Created to Feed Her Own Kids

Cerebelly: What a Neurosurgeon Created to Feed Her Own Kids

A better food for your little one’s brain.

Small Business Saturday with YogaSix owner Suzanne Rossi

Small Business Saturday with YogaSix owner Suzanne Rossi

Small Business Love with Local owner of YogaSix, Suzanne Rossi!

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Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 23 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Fri 23

Family Art Night

October 23 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Fri 23

The Skatium’s Halloween Public Skate & Costume Contest “1”

October 23 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Sat 24

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market 2020

October 24 @ 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Sat 24

Virtual Song & Story Yoga (Weekly)

October 24 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Sat 24

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 24 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat 24

Superhero Tractor Ride!

October 24 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sat 24

Halloween Mini Golf

October 24 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat 24

Boonanza Trick-or-Treat Trail

October 24 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Sat 24

SOLD OUT: Ghost Hunt at Kohl Children’s Museum

October 24 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sat 24

Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 24 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Sun 25

Garden Tram Tour @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sun 25

Halloween Mini Golf

October 25 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sun 25

SOLD OUT: Ghost Hunt at Kohl Children’s Museum

October 25 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Sun 25

Halloween Cake Off Class (ages 9-teen) with TBK

October 25 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Sun 25

Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns @ Chicago Botanic Garden

October 25 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Wed 28

Ravinia Farmers Market 2020

October 28 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Wed 28

Let’s Make Dinner (Ages 6-15)

October 28 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Sat 31

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market 2020

October 31 @ 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Sat 31

Virtual Song & Story Yoga (Weekly)

October 31 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Sat 31

FREE Halloween Game On! Sports 4 Girls Multi-Sport Clinic (PreK – 4th)

October 31 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Nov 07

Downtown Evanston Farmers Market 2020

November 7 @ 7:30 am - 1:00 pm

Nov 07

Virtual Song & Story Yoga (Weekly)

November 7 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Nov 07

Ultimate Ninjas North Shore FREE Open House

November 7 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Nov 13

Lightscape @ Chicago Botanic Garden (11/13-1/3)

November 13 @ 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Nov 14

Virtual Song & Story Yoga (Weekly)

November 14 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Nov 14

Lightscape @ Chicago Botanic Garden (11/13-1/3)

November 14 @ 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Nov 15

Let It Shine – Drive Thru Light Show @ Northbrook Court

November 15 @ 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Nov 15

Lightscape @ Chicago Botanic Garden (11/13-1/3)

November 15 @ 4:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Nov 16

Let It Shine – Drive Thru Light Show @ Northbrook Court

November 16 @ 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Local Events

Meet a Mom: Founder of Kenilworth Cookbook Club Allison McEntee!

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Meet a Mom: Founder of Kenilworth Cookbook Club Allison McEntee!

Allison McEntee knows how to build community through the love of cooking, food and sharing, and everyone’s welcome!

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How can I become more confident and productive in

How can I become more confident and productive in the workplace? Why do I feel like I'm so different at work compared to what I'm like at home? 🤷🏻‍♀️ These are a common question but can lead to a lot of anxiety over your performance at work.

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#swipeleft for information on how to register for a FREE webinar from Simply Bee's performance experts Eric Stevenson, LPC and Audrey Grunst, MSW. They dive into the answers to these questions to help you gain focus in the following areas:

🎯 How to be yourself at work

🎯 How to stop overthinking

🎯 How to avoid the dreaded feeling of freezing in front of your boss and/or clients

🎯 How we can use mindfulness strategies to feel more confident

Can't wait to see you there! 🐝

Raise your hand if you’re ready for the weekend!

Raise your hand if you’re ready for the weekend! 🤚🏼🤚🏿🤚🏽

Next weekend is sure to be a busy one with Halloween, so I for one am looking forward to getting cozy & watching @witchesmovie at home! I’m also sending my husband to the polls so he has time to wait- because it’s so important to make time this year! What’s your plan?

#chicagonorthshore #weekendpicks #itstheweekend #momlife

G I V E A W A Y tiiiimmmeee! We’ve partnered wit

G I V E A W A Y tiiiimmmeee! We’ve partnered with @chicagobotanic for a chance to win FOUR VIP tickets (includes parking) to Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden, the holiday event that sold out in its debut season. November 13 through January 3, 2021, the outdoor illuminated trail will include an all-new path filled with new delights from Chicago-based artists and captivating favorites from international artists like the Cathedral of Light. This year’s #lightscape trail has also been designed with modifications to keep visitor safety in mind.

To enter this giveaway you must complete ALL of the following:
✅ Like this post!
✅ Follow @chicago_north_shore_moms
✅In the comments, tell us your absolute favorite winter activity or memory AND tag at least (1) local friend or family member.

🎆🎆EXTRA BONUS entries you can:
Tag more friends/family members and include the hashtag #lightscape
Share this giveaway in your stories!

The necessary mini print: This giveaway runs Wednesday October 21, 2020 @ 5:00pm CST and ends Monday, October 26, 2020 @ 5:00pm CST. One random individual will win (4) tix + parking to the night and time of their choice, subject to availability (value is up to $122). The random winner will be chosen and announced on @chicago_north_shore_moms Instagram stories on Monday, October 26, 2020 @ 8:00pm CST. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram. Winner must be 18+ and live within 25 miles of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Giveaway prize is not cannot be a trade-in value. Tix must be used in the 2020/2021 season.

#chicagobotanicgarden #chicagobotanic #chicagonorthshoremoms #chicagonorthshore #giveaway #winter2020 #holidays2020 #hannukah2020 #christmas2020 #kwanzaa2020

Is your child ready for the transition from middle

Is your child ready for the transition from middle school to high school? It’s time to get virtual 1-on-1 tutoring!

@academic_approach (locations on the North Shore, Lincoln Park and Clarendon Hills) is preparing middle school (and soon-to-be-high-school!) students with their new, robust middle school curriculum.

To get started and save your spot, call Academic Approach at 847-521-4956.

They also have SAT/ACT test prep and academic tutoring options available. For more information and to save your child's spot visit:
https://www.academicapproach.com/locations/chicagoland/

#academicapproach #chicagonorthshoremoms #highschoolprep #actprep #satprep #highlandparkil #winnetkaillinois #clarendonhills #lincolnparkmoms

Friends, have you voted yet? Early voting is NOW t

Friends, have you voted yet? Early voting is NOW through 11/2. While voter turnout is smashing records this election, please please don't let that be an excuse for not making your voice heard. This is your right and your voice!

Suburban Cook County residents can find their early voting sites here:
https://www.cookcountyclerk.com/service/early-voting-locations

Lake County residents can find their early voting sites here:
https://www.lakecountyil.gov/351/Voter-Power-for-Registered-Voters

Additional things you may or may not know:
✔️ If you are already registered to vote, you do NOT need a photo id to vote in Illinois. PERIOD
✔️ No selfies while voting, it's not legal
✔️ Arrive When the site opens to help avoid waiting in a long line.
✔️ You can drop off your mail-in ballot at any early voting site
✔️ You can still register to vote in person at any early voting site
✔️ You can still obtain candidate and other issue voting information on your county clerk website (links above)
✔️ Lake County residents you can use any early voting site regardless of where you live in your county
✔️ You may be able to early vote on weekends, see participating sites via link above.
Be safe, stay well, vote.
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#chicagonorthshoremoms #lakecountyil #cookcountyil #voteearly #registertovote #yourvoteispower #blacklivesmatter #myrighttovote

Getting back to your regular fitness routine shoul

Getting back to your regular fitness routine shouldn't mean that you have to make a long-term commitment, especially now when your world is changing so quickly. #sponsored Purchase a 30-day Pass at @recreationcenterofhighlandpark before October 30 and receive another 30-day pass for FREE! Use the bonus 30 days to extend your pass or give it as a gift. The 30-Day Pass starts as low as $50. Just head over to the link in our bio 👆🏼learn more and sign up.

@recreationcenterofhighlandpark is committed to ensuring you can maintain a healthy lifestyle in one of the safest and cleanest places you can be. At the Recreation Center of Highland Park, they have two new state-of-the-art air filtration systems that continuously kill viruses and bacteria. The staff must follow strict, consistent sanitation protocols, and equipment is spaced out by over six feet to ensure you are working out and keeping fit and healthy in a safe and clean environment. Learn more about how they are keeping you safe here: https://bit.ly/RCHPClean

✨ Brand new Meet a Mom now on the website! Meet

Active, happy kids make for happy parents, yes?! T

Active, happy kids make for happy parents, yes?! That's why @gameonsportgirl North Shore's popular Home 2 Home multi-sport programming for girls AND boys is the perfect complement to a day full of academics! They even bring their structured learning and play TO YOUR HOME (or nearby park)!!!! Visit gameonsports4girls.com/home2home to learn more and tell 'em CNSMoms sent ya.
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This crew is simply the best. They're all about kid empowerment and bucket filling, something we all need right now. Enjoy!

#chicagonorthshoremoms #gameonsports4girls #kidempowerment

It’s Small Business Saturday & I’m so excited

It’s Small Business Saturday & I’m so excited to introduce @babe.bombs & a GIVEAWAY! Not only does this #smallbusiness have a cool back story, but owner Jessica McCarthy was kind enough to offer a 4 pack of these lux bombs to one lucky mom!

Jessica worked in corporate marketing in the bar industry. Not only was she furloughed once, but twice. The amount of government funding wasn’t enough to keep her company afloat. So she turned to herself- and took the leap to start her own business! She filled for an LLC, ordered her supplies and started testing products! I was lucky enough to test one myself today & I have to say... these beat the most popular in the market.
Made with all natural ingredients, paraben-free & organic, as well as cruelty free!

To enter to WIN a 4 pack of Babe Bombs, follow @babe.bombs & @chicago_north_shore_moms, like this post, and rage a friend! Winner announced Monday!

Jessica’s story behind the business touches me because I worked in the restaurant & bar industry when I moved to a Chicago post college. Through going back to school and figuring out my next move, that was my livelihood & really, my family- so seeing the industry struggle really breaks my heart. It’s a ricochet effect that moves through SO many. If you need a gift this season (my kids would love these as stocking stuffers!), I hope you’ll consider supporting this creative women owned small business that turned lemons into lemon aid with @babe.bombs!
🤍🍋 www.babebombs.shop. #womenownedbusiness #supportsmall #supportlocal

Have you been feeling a little drag since the cold

Have you been feeling a little drag since the cold & gloomier weather hit? Us too! That’s why for Friday Favorites this week we wanted to focus on #selfcare 🤍

This is a simple list of a few of our favorite ways to take care of US. As parents we spend so much time focusing on the littles and forget to take care of our happy needs! Not basic needs, HAPPY needs! Check out our favs and share some of your own in comments- because as always, #sharingiscaring & #ittakesavillage🤍 Happy weekend!
A few of our FAVS
@barreblendworkout @therapywitharielle @yogasix_wilmette
@buddhabellykidsyoga @gloskinbeauty @lauramercier
@fenner.plastic.surgery
+ All of the North Shores of Chicago’s gorgeous beaches🤍

Did you miss it? We just sent out October's newsle

Did you miss it? We just sent out October's newsletter, which contained exclusive news and events around town. Link in bio to sign up for next month's newsletter. They're not annoying. xoxo
#chicagonorthshoremoms

Hey, hey mamas! Are you ready for the weekend?!

Hey, hey mamas! Are you ready for the weekend?!

Here are a few of our picks & if you have an idea to share FB with the community, drop a comment!

#itstheweekend #ohheymama #momlife #livingfortheweekend #fallactivities #chicagonorthshore

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💕 Not

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💕 Not only do we have a super fun pair of pink @odeme wine glasses to giveaway in honor of survivors, but we’ll be adding a $25 donation in the winners name to the @lynnsagecrf💕

Many of us have been touched by breast cancer in some way. My grandmother was diagnosed when I was young. She fought through multiple surgeries and rounds of radiation for many years, ultimately losing her battle. My super strong partner, Ellie, has her own story- that has run through generations of her family.

Ellie lost her mother when she was 12 to breast cancer. “When you lose a parent to any disease, it changes your mindset.” When her aunt also tested positive for the BRCA gene, she decided to take her health into her own hands. “I feel so lucky that I was able to do something about it”. 💕

We hope her story inspires you to claim power over your own health💕 TO ENTER the giveaway, tag a friend who should schedule a mammogram, and both must follow @chicago_north_shore_moms, WINNER announced Sunday, Oct 18th💕Link in bio to learn more about Ellie’s very personal, courageous journey.

✨ New Chicago North Shore Moms Meet a Mom featur

✨ New Chicago North Shore Moms Meet a Mom feature now on the website 🙌🏼! Meet local Glenview Influencer and mom of two wee ones, @jogrange of @oakstsocial link in bio 👆🏼)✨

Johanna is a super cool, savvy mama. She is the uber creative founder and CEO of Oak Street Social, a social media marketing + strategy agency. Her social media Instagram handles @jogrange and @oakstsocial boasts a combined following of over 100k followers and thus that makes her a social media guru 👏🏼! She’s dishing out great advice to beginning entrepreneurs and what makes her and her business tick. Welcome, Johanna! Read the full interview here: http://bit.ly/CNSmJoGrange or go to that link in our bio 👆🏼.

Accessory heaven... the home reno is done, the pai

Accessory heaven... the home reno is done, the paint colors are up, the large pieces of furniture have been chosen, your next step is purchasing that perfect rug. I didn’t shop online and here’s why...
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I highly recommend taking a bit of extra time in your schedule to shop at a local rug and flooring company like @jyrugs in HP. Ultimately it will save you time. Sara at Job Youshaei knows every rug they have, you tell her your style, size and price point and they bring all of those rugs out to view. THEN (🙌🏽 the best part) they deliver ALL of the rugs you like to try them out in your home for DAYS 👏🏼.
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You can either pick one to keep or start all over again. There is 0 pressure to buy if nothing works. They custom cut the necessary rug pad and offer Scotchguard if that’s your bag. They’ll help perfectly place the rug you choose.
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Anywho, just wanted to tell my girls about my experience because I was super skeptical about going into a rug store before this experience for the same reasons as you.
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If you visit @jyrugs and buy use code CNSM10 for 10% off your entire purchase up to $500. Good luck with your rug search!

It’s the weekend- and #smallbusiness Saturday❤

It’s the weekend- and #smallbusiness Saturday❤️

This week we had the chance to connect with Suzanne Rossi, owner of @yogasix_wilmette! This amazing mom found ways to get creative with classes, plus make healthy adjustments inside the studio to keep her new business moving- because movement is SO important for both health and mental wellness in our community! Especially through these trying times!

If you haven’t tried a class yet, go! You won’t regret it💪🏼❤️ Link in bio for more about Suzanne and YogaSix!

#smallbusinessowner #supportlocal #supportsmall #supportcommunity ❤️

Is it Friday yet- YES 💥 We love Halloween mov

Is it Friday yet- YES 💥

We love Halloween movies!! Fall weather puts me right in the mood to light a few candles, dim the lights, get out the snacks, and cozy in with a spooky movie! ✨ So this week for #fridayfavorites we’re celebrating our seasons favorite movies!

While I’m not into horror movies, I love classic & campy, suspense or a spooky-silly kids Halloween flick. This is a list of our favorites by age and a festive idea to set out & snack on 🎃🍿🎥

Enjoy, and drop your favorites that I may have missed in comments! Sharing is caring 😉 Happy Friday 🥂🍿

Pinstripes has begun a new promotion for their Kid

Pinstripes has begun a new promotion for their Kids Club Program. ‪Monday through Thursday‬ children receive $5 Kids' Meals and $5 per hour of bowling or bocce with an adult meal purchase.

Make a reservation today at: https://pinstripes.com/kids-club-promotion/

#sponsored #pinstripes #bowling #bocce #familyfun #weekday #northbrook #highlandparkillinois #deerfieldillinois #glenviewillinois #glenview #somethingtodo

It’s Thirsty Thursday!🍷Featuring every moms a

It’s Thirsty Thursday!🍷Featuring every moms all star lately, inexpensive wine ⭐️ Ellie and I planned to meet for dinner to celebrate the new @myrosatis opening in Evanston... then the week happened. We’ve both been so exhausted that even a night away from home didn’t sound thrilling (that whole getting ready factor😆). When I let Rosati’s know that we wouldn’t be able to make it, they graciously offered to deliver dinner instead🙌🏼

Remote learning, working from home, social distancing, the nonstop doom on the news- it’s all so much! No-fuss pizza delivery + wine, YES PLEASE.

We try to keep our bottles of wine under $15 during the week and lately, this is the go-to. It’s @leesefitchwines and both the Cab & Pinot are great🍷 Paired with pizza makes it even better❤️ a few others I’ve been into are Booya, Rickshaw, and always @kimcrawfordcanada (if you don’t have a bottle of this in your fridge, are you even a basic mom?😉).

The next time you’re feeling spent & want to ditch the cooking, call @myrosatis to the rescue🍕 One of the oldest surviving family pizza restaurants in the states, their thin crust is SO good & the antipasti salad is one even our kids love❤️ CHEERS to the new Evanston location & cheers to all exhausted parents! This time will pass, and until then, order pizza & drink a lot of wine😉

GAME ON! At the School of Rock, show seasons are n

GAME ON! At the School of Rock, show seasons are never cancelled. If you've got the blues because your fall sports season was cancelled - they've got the cure! Just like sports, we teach teamwork. The difference is they Rock out in bands instead of on the field.

The School of Rock mantra is to get students on stage performing, with the goal of building strong musical proficiency while having a blast onstage! At the @highwood_schoolofrock and @evanston_schoolofrock, learning music in a lesson room is just the beginning. School of Rock gets kids playing on stage as quickly as possible, teaching them to play as soloists and as part of a team. Every show season culminates in live shows. Nowadays, those shows may include more remote options like live-streaming or studio recording, but the shows will ALWAYS go on!

Check out how School of Rock's teamwork makes the dream work by emailing Maggie at mhweber@schoolofrock.com for more info! We love this #partner and it's tried and true*. Ellie's daughter has been enrolled in School of Rock guitar lessons since last fall and hasn't skipped a beat with zoom lessons.

Check 'em out 😍

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