Mike and Andy join Scott at the Village Inn to talk real estate in Skokie.
Mark Bechtold and I met at the Village Inn in Downtown Skokie and discussed the
We meet with Heather at Euro Echo Cafe in beautiful downtown Skokie and discuss a
Today’s podcast was recorded at Village Hall in Downtown Skokie. Besides the milestone of our
We venture to the Niles Township offices to talk to Mike Isaacs, formerly of the
For Episode 28 Scott, Ilene and our faithful sidekick, Mark are back for another visit
Ilene and Scott went to Village Hall and met with Michael Lorge. Michael is a
Today Ilene, Mark, and Scott met with Jon Marquardt and Robin Horwitz from the Skokie
Scott, Ilene, and Mark assemble at Sweety Pies in beautiful Downtown Skokie to talk about
Ilene and Scott ventured over to The Village Inn recently and had a great meeting
Both Ilene and Mark needed the day off so I asked my friend Andy Herrmann
Today Ilene, Mark and Scott head over to Skokie’s Public Works Department where we meet
This week we travel to Orchard Village and meet with Allison Stark. Orchard Village is
Hard to believe its been 20 episodes. This week Scott and Ilene travel to Skokie
A number of Skokie Park District residents turned out for Tuesday’s public hearing on the
This week Mark is filling in for Ilene where he and Scott head off to
Back at the Village Inn in beautiful Downtown Skokie. We are trying to get out more often so
Did you know that 14 out of 15 surrounding park districts allow dogs in parks
Check out the video from the parade held on Sunday, March 10 in beautiful downtown
Andy Herrmann is my first guest when we record live during lunch. I have had
On the road in Skokie again with a special guest host! Episode 18 takes us
Today, Ilene and Scott take the show on the road for episode 17 of the
Beth Lindley joins Scott and Ilene and we talk about all the good that the
Our guests today are Ann Tennes, Director of Marketing and Communications for the Village of
Observed each year on February 17, National Random Acts of Kindness Day is celebrated by
Ilene and Scott discuss economic development with Len Becker, Economic Development Manager for the Village
Governor J.B. Pritzker announced yesterday that the Skokie Park District’s Laramie Park will receive one
Today Scott and Ilene meet the Director of the Parents ELL Center Diana Juarez. Diana
YOU ARE INVITED! Turning Point Behavioral Health Care Center’s 18th Annual Town Hall Meeting Friday,
Our guest today is Jon Marquardt the Assistant Superintendent of Recreation for the Skokie Park
Our guest called in sick so we decided to just turn the mic on. We hit
By Mike Isaacs An unusual career combination of musical vocalist and engineer/inventor has sent Skokie
MadKap Productions presents BONNIE AND CLYDE The Musical music by Frank Wildhorn, lyrics by Don
Today, Ilene and Scott sit down and talk to Jill and Freddie Feldman. Freddie among
The 2019 St. Patrick’s Day parade/march in Downtown Skokie takes place on Sunday, March 10,
Skokie Village Manager John Lockerby announced today that he has appointed Nicholas Wyatt as Skokie’s
Ilene and Scott meet with Skokie School District 69 Superintendent Dr. Margaret Clauson and Sarah
For 2019, Skokie United will host our 3rd Annual Skokie Unity Rally during the annual
Residents of Skokie and the greater Niles Township area will have another health-care provider alternative
A growing number of Skokie residents believe the quality of life in their town is “excellent
Skokie Idol is Skokie Theatre’s version of the American Idol. It is open to everyone,
Skokie Local Market Update October 2018 Information courtesy of Andrew Herrmann – @properties
Ilene and Scott meet Ann Tennes the Marketing and Communications Director for the Village of
The Skokie Telecommunications and Technology Advisory Commission with the support of the Consumer Affairs Commission
Several Skokie children had a special companion Saturday as they shopped for holiday gifts at
The Village of Skokie offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 and Tuesday,
2019 SKOKIE IDOL Audition Date: January 12, 2019 Noon – 3 pm MadKap Productions is
Shalom Klein joins Ilene and Scott today and the theme is the community. Shalom does
The Skokie Community Foundation announced its eighth year of grants totaling $25,000 at a celebration
Andy stopped by Supreme Dance in Skokie to meet the owners and discuss the classes
We talk with not one but TWO Librarians named Amy who work for the Skokie
Please join us for some holiday fun at our 10th Santa in the Cabin on
COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE District 69 will host a Community Open House showcasing the recent construction
Charlene Brooks joins Ilene and Scott on this week’s podcast. We talk about her role
Students who attend schools across Niles Township got an unexpected extra day of Thanksgiving break
The Village’s Alternate-Side Parking Program is in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven
Join us this week when we talk to Rob Paddor of Evanston Subaru in Skokie,
Skokie resident Rachel Sypniewski is a very busy costume designer. Her latest projects included designing
Brian Keeler says he likes to help people. Five years ago, the Skokie native turned
Visit Old Orchard Barnes & Noble Saturday, December 1 Support the Fine Arts in District
The Niles Township High School District 219 Board of Education honored three students at its
On Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17, the contractor working for the 8000 North
Join Ilene and Scott as they welcome Jim Iverson. Jim and his family own Mini
Shop Downtown Skokie Merchants on Saturday, November 24 Video from 2017 Small Business Saturday Shop
Thanks to Andy Herrmann of @properties for this awesome view of Lincoln Avenue on Saturday,
Skokie Local Market Update September 2018 Information courtesy of Andrew Herrmann – @properties
These may have been among the smallest superheroes, goblins, and princesses on record, but they
Suicide: The Ripple Effect Free Movie Screening Tuesday, Nov 13th at 6:30pm Skokie Public Library:
JAM ORCHESTRA INAUGURAL CONCERT Sat, Dec 1, 2018 at 7:30 pm The JAM Orchestra proudly
Episode 2: Niles Township Trustee and man around town Mark Collins talks about all the
Nicor Gas is hosting the inaugural 811 5K Run on Sunday, November 11th, 2018. The
Skokie, IL, Monday, November 5, 2018—Today, the Skokie Community Foundation (SCF) announced the grant recipients
Read the frequently asked questions about the 8000 North Lincoln project in downtown Skokie. https://downtownskokie.org/8000north/
SkokieBiz Economic Development Information Guide demonstrates the Village’s economic strength, promotes economic development opportunities and
Ilene Collins joins me this week to discuss Downtown Skokie and the 8000 North development.
Hundreds of people from different backgrounds filled the parking lot of Temple Beth Israel synagogue
In this six-part series, we discover SkokieBiz. SkokieBiz is full of Economic Development information that
If you’re a teen who likes to assist neighbors and friends in their time of
Turn Back Time/ Check Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors It is time to reset your
Skokie Public Library leaders are moving forward with a major interior renovation plan that could
From the Skokie Review: The Skokie Village Board approved a series of measures recently that
Proof by David Auburn at the Skokie Theatre November 2 – November 18, 2018 Fridays
Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.™) is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization with a mission to serve
Calling all ghosts, goblins, witches, and superheroes! Children and adults are welcome to arrive dressed
Skokie Local Market Update August 2018 Information courtesy of Andrew Herrmann – @properties
Less than two years ago, San Francisco artist Lauren Asta completed a playful mural along
Buyers want open floor plans today. Lack of inventory with open floor plans create a
In continuing efforts to revitalize Skokie Boulevard near downtown Skokie, the village plans to tear
Learn more about one of the Downtown Skokie businesses and meet two of It’s Skokie
Kids get your hard hats ready and visit the Skokie Farmers’ Market on Sunday, October
A common misconception is that millennials are shunning the suburbs and starting their lives (and
Free program at the Skokie Public Library Wednesday, November 14, 2018 5:45 pm – 7:45
Find trick-or-treat hours and the schedule for “spooktacular” events in Skokie and Lincolnwood ahead of
Halloween in Downtown Skokie Trick-or-treat at participating merchants in downtown Skokie. Children, ages 12 and
Shop local on Small Business Saturday right here at participating merchants in Downtown Skokie! Saturday,
Have you seen the video about the Niles Township Food Pantry?
The “Skokie” mural on the side of North Branch Yoga in Downtown Skokie. Video: Village
Recently Lincoln Junior High School students made pinwheels to promote global peace Full story: http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/skokie/news/ct-skr-lincoln-junior-high-peace-pinwheels-tl-0927-story.html
Niles Township School District 219 is made up of two public schools grades 9-12. Niles
Families of Skokie-Morton Grove School District 69 gathered Saturday for a community end of summer
The Skokie Community Foundation does great things for Skokie. Learn more: http://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/skokie/news/ct-skr-skokie-community-foundation-tl-0705-story.html
Building big in beautiful downtown Skokie! Full story: https://downtownskokie.org/8000north/
Thankful for the hard work that is done every time it snows. Video: Village of
Video: Village of Skokie
Learn about the mural on the side of the Skokie Theatre in Downtown Skokie. Video:
Located on the sides of Euro Echo Cafe and Al’s Bike Shop we have two
So where do you live? Your mail comes from the Evanston Post Office with an Evanston
