March Events

Kids Night Out

WHEN: Friday, March 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

WHERE: The Art Center of Highland Park, 1957 Sheridan Road

On the second Friday of every month The Art Center offers parents the opportunity to enjoy a kid-free night out. Drop the kids off at The Art Center for a night of art projects, pizza, and movies.

PasspORT To Savings

WHEN: Friday, March 12-Saturday, March 20

WHERE: Participating Downtown Highland Park Retailers

Purchase a PasspORT To Savings card and receive a 20% discount on all regularly priced merchandise at participating stores during PasspORT week. PasspORTs are $75 and benefit ORT America which supports schools and training programs in 62 countries with over 3 million graduates. ORT enables students to attain successful careers, become community leaders and live with dignity. Click HERE for a list of participating Downtown Highland Park retailers and for more information on purchasing a PasspORT savings card.

Robin Lynn Designs Trunk Show

WHEN:

WHERE: ENAZ, 444 Central Ave.

Highland Park Historical Society "Here's Lookin' At You" Homegrown Benefit Gala

WHEN: Saturday, March 13, 6:00 p.m.

WHERE: Birchwood Club, 1174 Park Avenue West

The Highland Park Historical Society will host its Homegrown Benefit Gala, "Here's Lookin' At You" on Saturday, March 13. The Society will induct Highland Park native Stansfield Turner, former Director of the CIA, into the newly-established Hall of Fame as the "Person of the Year 2010". Basketball star Michael Jordan will be honored in absentia as the "Person of the Year 2009". Music will be provided by the Highland Park Pops Big Band and the Matt Nelson Jazz Trio. Additional entertainment will be provided by the Improv Playhouse North Shore Traveling Troupe. The gala will also feature short films starring many of Highland Park's "homegrown" residents. Tickets for the black-tie gala are $125 each and can be purchased by calling 847-432-7090 or through www.highlandparkhistory.com.

Saks Prom Event

WHEN: Saturday, March 13-Wednesday, March 31

WHERE: Saks Fifth Avenue, 1849 Green Bay Road

Donate a gently worn prom or special occasion dress in-store and receive 20% off a new dress.

St. Patrick's Day at BBQ Pit

WHEN: March 17, 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

WHERE: BBQ Pit, 589 Elm Place

Celebrate St. Patty's Day at the BBQ Pit featuring corned beef and cabbage from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Swimwear Trunk Show

WHEN: Friday, March 19, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Betty Schwartz Intimate Boutique, 1833 Second St.

Stop by Betty Schwartz's one day event featuring swimwear by Juicy Couture, Michael Kors, Marc by Marc Jacobs and DKNY.

Men's and Women's Contemporary Week at Saks

WHEN: Thursday, March 25 through Saturday, March 28

WHERE: Saks Fifth Avenue, 1849 Green Bay Road

The Spring 2010 Collections have arrived! Women will receive a Patterson J. Kincaid leopard-print clutch with any $250 purchase, a $100 Gift Card with any $450 purchase and a $250 Gift Card with any $1,000 purchase in Contemporary. Shop Elizabeth & James and spend $450 and receive an Exclusive Scarf. Men will receive a free "The Townsman New York" skinny plaid tie with any $250 purchase, a $100 Gift Card with any $450 purchase and a $250 Gift Card with any $1,000 purchase in Men's Contemporary and select Men's Sportswear.

Sisley Beauty Event at Saks

WHEN: Saturday, March 27, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Saks Fifth Avenue, 1849 Green Bay Road

Have a renowned Sisley make-up artist design a new look for you. Appointments include skincare and fragrance consultations. Call 847-681-5263 to schedule your appointment.

Late Nite HP 

For live music and late night entertainment in Downtown Highland Park year-round, check out Late Nite HP.