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Small Business Saturday on November 26

Savor the ambiance in Winnetka this weekend! Bring the family for fun, free activities and support local businesses on Small Business Saturday on Saturday, November 26 from 10 AM – 4 PM.

• Visit small businesses in Winnetka for great gifts for the holidays.
• Enjoy in a Scavenger Hunt at participating businesses.
• Listen to the New Trier High School carolers.
• Vote for your favorite decorated storefront
• Attend the “Total T Magic Show” at the Winnetka-Northfield Public Library.
• Take a selfie in front of the #WINNETKA letter and light installation in Hubbard Woods Park.

Small Business Saturday is co-hosted by the Village of Winnetka, Winnetka-Northfield-Glencoe Chamber of Commerce, and the Winnetka Park District. For more information and a schedule of the day’s events, visit the Village’s website.

Hubbard Woods is Illuminated for the Holidays
The storefronts and sidewalks are dazzling in Hubbard Woods this holiday season! Stroll the district and enjoy the light installation on the sidewalks outside of businesses. Lights will be on through January 1, 2023. The light installation is sponsored by the Hubbard Woods Design District and the Village of Winnetka.

43rd Annual Red Invitation Sale on December 4
Find something for everyone at the Red Invitation Sale on Sunday, December 4! This highly anticipated tradition offers customers special deals and discounts. Many merchants have added extra sale days.
 
Visit the Chamber of Commerce’s website for more information. 
 

Ribbon Cutting at Shabahang Rugs
Welcome to Winnetka, Shabahang Rugs! The Winnetka-Northfield-Glencoe Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on November 17 for the Persian rug store at 510 Winnetka Avenue in Indian Hill.
 
The fourth-generation rug business sells fine, handmade rugs that are sourced directly from weavers in India and Pakistan. They offer in-store and at-home design services and rug care and cleaning. They have been doing business on the North Shore for over 30 years.
 
Shabahang Rugs
510 Winnetka Avenue
Winnetka, IL
847-641-5166
 

The Shy Flower Opens in Hubbard Woods
The Shy Flower is a floral design studio that is now open at 1046 Gage Street, Unit C. Owner Lanie Coldwell expanded this year from her at-home business in Wilmette to the Hubbard Woods Design District. She uses Japanese floral design elements in her arrangements.
 
Learn more about The Shy Flower on the Village’s Instagram page.
 
The Shy Flower
1046 Gage Street, Unit C
Winnetka, IL
847-707-5497
 

Ice and Snow Removal in the Business Districts 
It is the Village's goal to keep the streets and walkways safe and passable.  Winnetka’s Public Works Department uses special equipment to remove snow from the sidewalks in the business district that requires a seven-foot clearance above the sidewalk to operate:  to effectively clear snow, all awnings must be retracted, and temporary planters, tables, chairs, and other fixtures must be removed from sidewalks. The Village is not liable for any damage to personal property incurred during snow removal operations.  Please watch for ice buildup on sidewalks: it is each merchant's responsibility to salt the walkway in front of their business after the Village has finished sidewalk snow removal operations.
 
Contact the Public Works Department with questions at 847-716-3568.
 

Commercial Properties for Rent and Sale
Are you interested in opening a new business or expanding your current business? The Village of Winnetka offers hands-on assistance to help you with this process. 

View commercial properties for rent or sale on the Village's website. 

Contact Liz Dechant to learn more.

Dates to Remember
 

Small Business Saturday in Winnetka 
Saturday, November 26
10 AM - 4 PM

Annual Tree Lighting
Friday, December 2
5 - 6:30 PM
Dwyer Park

Alvin the Elf's Winter Carnival
Saturday, December 3
Skokie School

43rd Annual Red Invitation Sale
Sunday, December 4
9 AM - 5 PM