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Winnetka's Connection to Village Businesses and Events
Heated Patios and Tents Offer Warmth For Outdoor DinersA tent and outdoor patio at Mino's in Winnetka
From enclosed patios to heaters to tents, restaurants in Winnetka are offering warm, safe and socially-distanced dining in Winnetka this fall and winter. Below is a list of some of the restaurants that offer outdoor dining - make a reservation today!
Featured Winnetka Woman-Owned Business: Scissor's Edge at 566 Chestnut StreetShelly Cohen owns The Scissor's Edge Salon in at 566 Chestnut Street in Winnetka
Shelly Cohen has owned and operated the Scissor's Edge Salon in the same location in The Laundry Mall for 43 years. "Our clients love that we have an atmosphere that doesn’t feel snooty. They come in as a client, they leave as a friend.”

Read more about Shelly and other women business owners on the Village's social media pages.
Free Promotions From The Chicago North Shore Convention Visitor: "Deal of the Day" ProgramAn ad for the Deal of the Day from the Chicago North Shore Convention and Visitor's Bureau
Your business could get free promotion through the Chicago North Shore Convention Visitor's Bureau's new "Deal of the Day" program! This program will launch November 16th and will promote deals for North Shore restaurants, retailers, hotels and attractions on the Bureau's social media pages. This program is free for any Winnetka business! The Village of Winnetka is a member of the Convention and Visitor's Bureau so every business in Winnetka is eligible to participate for free in this program. Does your business have a deal you want to promote? Fill out this form to enroll for free! Contact Jennifer Engle, Manager of Advertising and Membership Director, with questions. 
Financial Resources For Your Business:
  • Village of Winnetka Local Sales Tax Rebate Program - now open. Immediate cash for short-term financial operational needs such as payroll, payment to suppliers, payment to service providers, or payment of rent and utilities are available to eligible Winnetka businesses through the Sales Tax Rebate Program! Business owners are encouraged to visit the Village's website to learn more. The deadline to apply for a rebate is December 1, 2020.  
  • Business Interruption Grants (BIG) - now open. The State is offering $220 million in financial assistance for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grant funding may be used for working capital expenses, payroll costs, rent and more. Enrollment now open. 
Winnetka Police Department Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness MonthA Winnetka Police Officer
Business Liaison Officer Josue Perez and the Winnetka Police Department are commemorating National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For the month of October, you will see them wearing uniform shirts with custom pink patches, pink epaulets, or pink pins. When you see Officer Perez in the business district, please stop and say hello! 

 
Get Dining, Retail and Service Offers from Local BusinessesDistinctly Winnetka is a text loyalty program started in Winnetka in September 2020
Sign up for Winnetka's new text loyalty program, "Distinctly Winnetka" get great deals from local businesses. Sign up to find offers discounts and freebies! 

If you are a local resident and want to stay in-the-know, sign up using our web form.

If you are a business based in Winnetka complete this form to sign up. Questions about the Village of Winnetka's work with the program should be directed to Liz Dechant. Learn more on the Village's website
Dates to Remember

National Women's Small Business Month
October 1 - 31

Winnetka Farmers' Market 
Hosted by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, October 24 (every Saturday)
7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
South parking lot of Winnetka Village Hall
510 Green Bay Road
Visit the Chamber's website for more information

Halloween at the Winnetka Farmers' Market
Hosted by the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, October 31
7:30 AM - 12:30 PM
South parking lot of Winnetka Village Hall
510 Green Bay Road

Small Business Saturday
Saturday, November 28

Red Invitation Sale
Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6*
*Look for week-long sales at some participating businesses
 
Contact Economic Development Coordinator Liz Dechant for additional assistance. You can email her or call her at 847-716-3528. 
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