News from the Downtown Palatine Business Association! DPBA members Cook, Cork & Fork, Nellie's, the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce and Tony Gambino Allstate Agent are Featured!

Girls on the Town Update!

Stay tuned for an announcement soon about this year's Girls on the Town (GOTT) event! We've postponed this popular event that normally takes place in early May due to the ongoing pandemic and resulting restrictions. When we do celebrate this summer, you can get together with friends while supporting the unique and engaging shops in Palatine's walkable downtown! We're planning so much fun and can't wait to see you again as we promote our DPBA members! Please note: All recommended CDC safety guidelines will be followed during the event to ensure the safety and well-being of our guests and members!

Save the Date for Sidewalk Sales!

Save the date for the DPBA annual Sidewalk Sales - Thursday, June 3 through Saturday, June 5, 2021. Sales will run from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. all three days (times may vary by location) and feature end-of-the-season closeouts and specials. A list of participating locations and the specials they offer will be provided in the next Enewsletter!

Save with Allstate Agent Tony Gambino! With lower auto rates, customers of Allstate Agent Tony Gambino have been saving $1,000 or more on their insurance. Contact Tony for a FREE comparison and see how much money you could save by calling 847-849-1061, stop by his new location at the northwest corner of Palatine Road and Bothwell, or visiting his website here. Sponsor 'Next Gen' Business Leaders! The Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce (PACC) is seeking sponsors to help fund the next generation of business leaders through the Young Entrepreneur’s Academy (YEA). If you are interested in being a sponsor for this program (sponsorships begin at $250), please contact Steven Gaus at 847-359-7200 or email here for more information.

Junior & Teen Chef Camps Are Back at Cook, Cork & Fork

Does your child/teen aspire to be the next Top Chef? Cook, Cork & Fork has been hosting Junior & Teen Summer Chef Camps for the past six years and this summer, they are offering nine weeks of camps with all new menus!! These camps fill up quickly so if your child wants to learn some new recipes or you’re ready for your teen to start helping in the kitchen, now is the time to sign up!

Lunches Return to Nellie's Nellie’s kitchen is cooking up some amazing food now at new times! The iconic restaurant, pub and entertainment venue is now open at noon Wednesday - Sunday for lunch! Check out their new menu with incredible food straight from the chef at Duke's Alehouse in Crystal Lake. Feeling Lucky Food Drive Thank you to all those who contributed to the community-wide People Helping People of Palatine Feeling Lucky Food Drive. The turnout was more than anticipated - and we are so grateful!

Stay tuned for updates on the yearly DPBA Events Listed Below! The Downtown Palatine Business Association (DPBA) consists of more than 25 members, including retailers for home decor and accessories, cooking classes and demonstrations, music and voice lessons and restaurants, in addition to health, beauty and financial services. There's also a bakery, jeweler, photographer, chiropractor, dance studio offering classes and much more! The DPBA hosts two large events each year - Girls on the Town in the spring, and Holidays on the Town on the Friday before Thanksgiving. Other events include Sidewalk Sales at the start of summer, as well as the Sweet Pea Pet Parade normally held during downtown Palatine Street Fest. Visit this link to learn more about all of the DPBA members! If you're interested in learning more about membership, click here.