Merchant Events & Promos
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Celebrate Black Hair at Skokie Public Library
Celebrate the beauty and culture of Black hair with this interactive storytime for families with children in PreK–grade 5. Stories, songs, and activities included.
Murder and Mayhem in Skokie Walking Tour
Take a chilling walk through downtown Skokie and hear stories of murder, mayhem, and ghostly encounters from the village’s past.
Breathletics at FLX Move
Breathe deeper, move freer. Breathletics is a 75-minute guided breathwork experience designed to restore balance, release stress, and awaken inner strength through intentional breathing and energizing music.
Sparkle Fashion Fun Fair Trade Sip n Shop | See Jane Sparkle Skokie
Sip, shop, and sparkle! Enjoy an evening of fashion, fun, and fair trade at See Jane Sparkle Boutique in Skokie. Shop unique styles, save on your favorites, and get inspired with trend tips.
Drinks & Dry Manis at Take Flight Spirits
Self-care Sunday just got better! Join us at Take Flight Spirits on September 14 for Drinks & Dry Manis — a relaxing mix of cocktails, conversation, and mess-free manicures by Color Street.
Wings Night at Kneads and Wants Bakery
Wings Night is back at Kneads and Wants Bakery! Kick off the season on September 11 with crispy gluten-free wings, live DJ vibes, and a cheesecake dessert you won’t want to miss.
Music Bingo at Take Flight
Bingo, but make it musical! 🎶 Join us Tuesday, September 9 for Music Bingo from 7:30–9:30 PM. Cocktails, music, and plenty of fun—bring your phone & your friends!
WESOS North Shore: Conversations that Close! Turn Chats Into Clients
Professional women’s networking with intention. 🌟 On Sept 8, join WESOS and Donna Smith Bellinger for an empowering evening of connection, business growth, and authentic relationship-building.
Live Music with Clark Stereo
Live music, great drinks, and all the summer vibes — don’t miss Clark Stereo at Blue Kale.
Final Ice Cream Night of the 2025 Season
Our final Ice Cream Night of the season is Thursday, August 28, and we’re bringing back a fan favorite—God Save the Kouign Sundae. Caramel ice cream, salted caramel sauce, whipped cream, and a cherry, all served over our housemade Kouign-Amann. A true labor of love and the perfect way to close out summer.
Take Flight Trivia Night
Put your knowledge to the test at Take Flight Trivia Night – a fun evening of drinks, brainpower, and friendly competition.
Fashion Fun Fair Trade Sip n Shop at See Jane Sparkle
An evening of fashion, fun, and fair trade awaits! Sip, shop, and save at See Jane Sparkle Boutique with styling tips and trends at 6 pm.
Reading Club at Take Flight
Books, beverages, and community – join our August Reading Club for a chill afternoon of reading and conversation in the tasting room.
Skokie Millennium Time Capsule Opening
Celebrate 25 years of Skokie history as the millennium time capsule is unsealed. Join us for a special afternoon of discovery, reflection, and community connection.
Sunday Vibes: Community Mat Pilates Stretch
Join FLX Move every Sunday at 10 AM next to the Skokie Farmers Market for a free Community Mat Pilates Stretch class. All levels welcome. Donations optional.
The Jazzeros at Take Flight
Kick back and groove to the smooth sounds of The Jazzeros – a funky blend of soul, jazz, and good vibes at the tasting room.
Trivia Night at Blue Kale
Flex your trivia skills and enjoy a fun, free night out at Blue Kale Café’s Trivia Night.
Sip & Sparkle with See Jane Sparkle
Sip, sparkle, and socialize at this stylish summer night of wine tasting and fashion flair.Sip, sparkle, and socialize at this stylish summer night of wine tasting and fashion flair.
Drinking & Dragons at Take Flight
Gather your party for a night of fantasy, drinks, and dice at Drinking & Dragons! Join a tabletop RPG adventure led by pro Game Masters and sip magical potions while you play.
FLX MOVE Book Club - Killers of a Certain Age
Join the FLX Move Book Club on August 10 to discuss Killers of a Certain Age. Everyone is welcome.
Skokie Millennium Time Capsule at the SPL
After 25 years in storage, Skokie’s Millennium Time Capsule is being opened to the public. Discover what residents from the year 2000 chose to preserve, and join the Skokie Public Library in revisiting memories from the turn of the century.
Clue: A Walking Mystery
Step into the world of CLUE this summer in downtown Skokie! Solve puzzles, gather clues, and unravel the mystery. July 23–August 17. Tickets available now!
Ice Cream Night at Kneads and Wants
Every Thursday this summer, head to Kneads and Wants for Ice Cream Night! From 5:30–9 PM, enjoy sundaes, floats, shakes, and more at our Downtown Skokie walk-up window.