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Plaza del Lago Hosts "Night on the Plaza" Kicking off the Holiday Shopping Season

The merchants of Plaza del Lago are hosting a night of special shopping…a virtual shopping extravaganza….on Thursday, Dec. 1 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. to kick off the holiday shopping season, while at the same time helping children through Bernie’s Book Bank (www.berniesbookbank.org). 

Bernie’s Book Bank facilitates the collection, processing and redistribution of quality new and gently used children’s books so as to significantly increase book ownership among at-risk infants, toddlers and school age children living throughout Chicagoland.

For each book donated at a participating Plaza merchant from Nov. 19 to Dec. 1, a raffle ticket will be given for a drawing featuring goodies and gift certificates from a variety of vendors the night of the event. Specials offered by merchants for this holiday event include:

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  • Artisan Shop & Gallery– 15 percent discount on all merchandise.  Plus, artists Mark Brown and Susan Boss’ one-of-a-kind recycled clocks for any home or office will be showcased. 
  • Char Crews  – Receive and extra 10 percent off ornaments and select giftware accounts (in stock only).  Also, enjoy an extra 10 percent off Spode Christmas Tree, already 60-70 percent off price! 
  • Convito Café & Market– A variety of wine and food samplings will be available in the market until 7 p.m.  Plus, half priced glasses of wine for the evening.  Just mention PLAZA NIGHT to take advantage of this special offer.  
  • Giggles and Giraffes – Check out story time featuring our “Books to Bed” classics while enjoying our festive holiday cookies and hot chocolate.  
  • La Colonna – Scarf-tying demonstrations including refreshments and 20 percent off one item.
  • Three Wishes n’ More– Representatives from well-known game companies will demonstrate their products for a Game Night tutorial.  Plus, check out the Madame Alexander Trunk sale and receive 15 percent off existing doll inventory.
  • Tres Bien Nails – 20 percent off services for the night from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Call ahead to schedule appointments at 847.256.2899.
  • Vibrato – Trunk showing featuring three Chicago jewelry designers, including A. Punto and Deane Rose and Rock Candy by Terry Schwartz, as well as 15 percent off all merchandise for the evening. Refreshments will also be served.
  • Yellow Bird – Discounts on selected merchandise, 15 percent off all ornaments, free personalization, delicious desserts and more.

Plaza del Lago, located at 1515 Sheridan Rd. in Wilmette, has been a mainstay of Chicago’s North Shore community for more than 80 years. The shopping center includes a diverse mix of leading retailers, quaint one-of-a-kind shops, distinctive restaurants and a variety of services.  With the vibrant lake shore a breath away, shoppers are certain to find more than just a shopping center at Plaza del Lago.  For more information about Plaza del Lago, visit www.plazadelago.com.

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