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Village in Illinois, United States
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Wilmette is 16 miles (25 km) north of Chicago. It is part of the affluent corridor of lakefront Chicago suburbs known as the North Shore. It is the location of the world's oldest still-standing Bahá'í House of Worship.
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A cultural and architectural wonder.
Has movies and live performances.
A Chicago-area beach that offers a quieter alternative to the busier Chicago city beaches. Also offers sailing, tennis, a picnic area, a marina, a playground, and a dog beach.
An outside theater at Gillson Park. It was built by the Works Progress Administration in the 1930s, and has been restored to its original specifications. Free concerts and plays are available in the warm weather months.
Chinese-American food.
Greek, burgers, and hotdogs.
Sushi and Japanese cuisine.
Seafood.
Fast food.
Carry-out only.
Awesome breakfast. Many days you will find a line out the door, but don't be scared off by this, it moves very fast.
A large shopping center on the west end of town at the intersection of Lake Avenue and Skokie Boulevard (US41)near the Edens Expressway. It features anchor stores like Carson Pirie Scott, Bed, Bath and Beyond and the Fresh Market in addition to many smaller stores.
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