New Year's Eve Celebration in Evanston

New Year's Eve is a night to celebrate all that's gone on throughout the past year and time of anticipation for all that 2010 will bring.  You may be wondering how you'll be ringing in this new year and to help you out, I've come up with a few suggestions for your New Year's Eve in Evanston, IL!

Local musical theatre, Light Opera Works is currently performing the beloved Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates of Penzance on December 31 at 8pm.  This lighthearted musical comedy is great for the whole family and is sure to be one of the year's highlights!  Light Opera Works is a thriving theatre located in the heart of downtown Evanston and contributes to the growing art scene.

Have a taste for Cajun music?  Enjoy a New Year's Eve perfomance by BeauSoleil aven Michael Doucet at 10pm taking place at Evanston's SPACE (Society for the Preservation for Arts and Culture in Evanston).  This grammy award winning group brings a fusion of Cajun, Tex-Mex, Blues and Counrty and has continued to impress audiences world wide.

Looking for amazing local food to wet your appepite for the new year?  Check out these local favorites.  Oceanique which features seafood in the French-American style.  Prarie Moon brings pure genius to American cuisine and takes pride in it's local Evanston flavor.  Of course Italian food is always a favorite and Evanston's Trattoria D.O.C. brings traditional dishes to a whole new level.

Evanston not only offers great New Year's Eve options, but a lifestyle of creative, cutting edge culture and small town comfort.  If you are looking for a new place to call home in 2010- look no further!  Evanston features the latest in downtown condo living as well as classic, up-to-date homes.  Feel free to contact me with any questions about Evanston Real Estate or about the community- I enjoy helping people make Evanston their home.


Judy Newton
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Evanston Public Library Promotes Family Fun this Holiday Season!

Although Evanston is seeing a huge surge of young professionals flocking to its appealing downtown lifestyle; the city keeps in mind its family friendly foundation.

School is out for the holiday season which means children are searching for fun things to do. The Evanston Public Library has
 come up with a great solution that works for the whole family- Winter Break Family Films.   On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week and next week, families can visit the library and view a movie for free!  The library also has a free movie every Friday and many other fun events that bring the community together.

With all that Evanston has to offer- it's no wonder that it's becoming one of the top cities in the North Shore area to dig in and plant your roots. A recent market view for Evanston shows that there are 585 properties that recently sold and currently, there are almost 700 homes for sale- making it an active market!

If you're searching for a place in Evanston to call home, feel free to contact me anytime.  I would enjoy showing you around my favorite city!

Judy Newton
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Evanston Gives the Gift of Green this Holiday Season!

This North Shore city is full of pleasant surprises as it continues to grow and stretch its arms to embrace the most current issues of today.  This holiday season is just one example of Evanston's constant world awareness, yet wholesome appeal.

Going green takes on the holiday spirit with an energy exchange!  The city is sponsering a light exchange for residents at the Morton Grove Civic Center while supplies last.  Residents are encouraged to bring in their incandescent holiday lights for a free energy efficient LED holiday light strand.  This event not only helps the environment by conserving its precious energy, but also brings residents together as they work towards this common goal in making their community a better place to live.

Interested in becoming a part of this vibrant city?  Let me know!  I would love to show you around the neighborhoods filled with historical homes or the downtown with updated vintage condos.  Just spending a few hours in Evanston will give you insight into why so many enjoy calling this place "home!"

Judy Newton
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Interested in learning more about the Energy Exchange?  Read the full article.

$8,000 Tax Credit Towards Your Evanston Home Purchase

Looking for a home in Evanston, but worried that you missed the $8,000 tax credit?  Well, there’s great news!  This ideal offer, which was scheduled to end last week, has been extended until April 30, 2010. Targeting first time home buyers in order to help them ease into the real estate market seemed to bring about a surge of those eager to break free from renting. 

Not a first time home buyer?  The recent extension also came with a few bonus offers to those who are veteran home owners.   Let’s look at the details:

-    $8,000 tax credit extended to April 30, 2010.  Note: If a contract has been signed prior to this date, a buyer will qualify if closed by June, 2010.
-    $6,500 tax credit offered to current home owners who have lived in their current residence the past 5 years.
-    Qualified Buyers:  Couples earning up to $225,000 per year and Individuals earning up to $125,000 per year.
-    Tax Credit does not apply to those buying homes worth more than $800,000.
-    Buyers who sell their home or do not use home as main residence within 3 years of receiving tax credit will be required to repay the credit.

Evanston Real Estate is booming with new homes coming on the market every day!  This quaint, yet modern town is amongst the most desirable places to live in North Chicago.  Learn more about Evanston or view available properties. 

I would be happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding the tax credit and help you take full advantage of this great offer!

Judy Newton
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Coldwell Banker

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