Welcome to Wilmette-onomics!

Wilmette-onomics…it pays to shop locally.

There are a million reasons why people love Wilmette. The people, the schools, the downtown, the beach. If you live here, you love it and you know it’s special. By supporting Wilmette businesses you help to support those things you love about Wilmette. The dollars you spend locally are invested back into the community.

When you choose to shop at your favorite local businesses, 2% of each retail purchase made in Wilmette comes directly back to the Village. In 2021 $5.1 million were reinvested back into Wilmette. Every dollar you spend locally adds up to a better Wilmette. Remember, it pays to shop locally.

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7 months ago

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Giggles and Giraffes and La Colonna are coming to WIlmette Village Center this summer! #wilmetteonomics ... See MoreSee Less
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7 months ago

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Three more great retailers coming to Wilmette Village Center! Hanig's Footwear, Bleachers Sports and Framing and a soon to be revealed third great retailer! #wilmetteonomics ... See MoreSee Less
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7 months ago

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You know spring has sprung when it is French Market season! #wilmetteonomics #wilmettefrenchmarket ... See MoreSee Less
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8 months ago

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Exciting new businesses coming soon to downtown Wilmette! Welcome back to the Village Center Chantilly Lace Lingerie, Wilmette!.. Welcome to Wilmette Orvis and Ni's kitchen! #wilmetteonomics ... See MoreSee Less
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Upcoming Events

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Game of Gnomes
Nov 20 – Dec 24 all-day

Game of Gnomes Scavenger Hunt

Set out on a holiday adventure around Wilmette!  Search the storefronts for 12 Gnomes hiding amongst the holiday window decor.  Write in the names on the game card as you find each one!

When you find all 12, drop off your game card at the Game of Gnomes drop box at the Wild Child Toy Shop 1114 Central Avenue.  You will be entered to win a Shop Wilmette Gift Card.  A new winner will be picked each week in December.

Post pics of your Game of Gnomes adventure on social media. Make sure to #tag us AND the local businesses – we might just share your post and give you a chance to win extra prizes!  #GameofGnomesWilmette #Wilmetteonomics

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