And, we have even bigger news: In honor of the occasion, our little boutique is getting a big makeover.

There is a downside: In order to undergo this fantastic transformation, Stella will be closed starting January 29.

But there’s a bigger upside: An even better Stella will have a Grand Re-Opening Party in mid-February.

And, yet, another upside: Stella is currently having a Less-to-Pack-Up Sale, in which EVERYTHING in the store is 20 to 50 percent off.

The Stella(r) summary: You can save on Stella treasures while helping us clean out now, and when we re-open later, we’ll be better than ever.

If you would: Miss us while we’re closed. We will miss you. After all, we couldn’t be doing this without the support of our customers. Thank you!

We see some outstanding deals from Stella entering your life in the near future.

The mad rush of the holidays is over, so you know what that means:

STELLA SALE!!!!!!

Everything in the store is now 20 to 50 percent off.

Everything!!!!!!

Come in early to get the best stuff as we clean out to get ready for new stuff.

We hope you had a wonderful holiday weekend. Now, it’s time for some serious shopping.

See you soon at Stella!

We have ornaments. You can have them for 20 percent off on Sunday!

Is it Black Friday? No.

Small Business Saturday? No!

Then, why is everything at Stella going to be on sale? And when???

Come to Stella this holiday season. You'll be happy you did.

It’s the Central Street Holiday Open House, and it will be in high gear on Sunday, December 4 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Stella will be offering 20 percent off every single thing in the store, plus a raffle, yummy goodies, tons of fun and holiday cheer.

You have to get gifts for everyone on your list: Why not enjoy it while you are doing it?

See you on Sunday at Stella!

A few years ago, Rachel started a campaign along Central Street to “Shop Small Stores” and help the local economy.

Stella has gifts you will find nowhere else..

This week, our state’s governor proclaimed Saturday, November 26 as “Small Business Saturday” and is encouraging residents to shop at independently owned stores this Saturday and holiday season.

“Thanksgiving weekend traditionally serves as the kick-off for the holiday shopping season, and we want all Illinois businesses to have a strong showing,” said Governor Quinn.

“I encourage people throughout Illinois to use this time to show their support for local merchants that contribute to our local economies, putting people to work and keeping our economy moving forward.”

For every $100 spent in locally owned, independent stores, $68 goes back to the community through taxes, payroll and other expenditures.

When you shop at a big chain store, the amount that is returned to the local community goes down to about $43. Shop online, and none of it comes home.

Stella has gifts for every single person on your list, from your cousin’s baby to all the party hosts, from your kid’s teachers to your devoted mailman.

Start the holiday season off right, and help small business owners and your community while doing it.

Happy Thanksgiving. We give a tremendous amount of thanks for each and every one of our patrons. Hope to see you on Black Friday, Small Business Saturday . . . and beyond.

Well, guess what? That opportunity is coming up on Saturday, November 12 during Community Day On Central Street!

When you shop along Evanston’s Central Street on that day, all participating businesses — including Stella! — will donate a portion of your purchase to a participating charity.

You don't have to bend over backwards to give to charity on November 12. Just shop at Stella on Central Street!

And you get to pick the charity!

Stella will donate 15 percent of each customer’s purchase to a worthy cause that day.

Some of the charities involved include:

*Evanston Connections for the Homeless

*C.A.R.E. for the Evanston Shelter

*Evanston Environmental Association

*Dreams Delivered — Women’s Club of Evanston

Are you ready to give to charity?

Click here, and you’ll find the flyer that lists all participating businesses and charities. Print it out and bring it with you on Saturday, November 12 for Community Day on Central Street and make your purchases count. The flyer will be available in stores, too.

Thanks in advance for shopping Stella and for helping such worthwhile causes!

Stella (that favorite store of yours) is providing its fans with good reason to visit this Thursday night: Retail Therapy (you know you need it).

The stores of Central Street in Evanston will be open after hours and alive with energy on October 13 for this cure-all event.

At Stella, you won’t just see our new Fall fashions and accessories, you’ll also find luscious libations, tasty treats, superb surprises, delightful discounts and friendly faces.

Life is hard. Deciding whether to give yourself a much-deserved night out at Stella this Thursday:

Not hard at all. See you there.

What: Retail Therapy

When: Thursday, October 13; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Here, of course!

Call: (847) 864-5565 for more information

The Sing To Live Community Chorus

When you shop at Stella through September 30, a portion of your sales will benefit a breast cancer organization.

Stella is teaming up with Sing To Live, a community chorus and not-for-profit organization made up of breast cancer survivors and those whose lives have been affected by breast cancer that raises funds through shopping.

All you have to do to participate in this important cause is to bring in a Sing to Live coupon from September 15-30, and 20 percent of your total sale will be donated back to the Sing To Live Community Chorus.

Ready to shop for a great cause? To print your coupon, either click here or visit singtolive.org.

Thank you.

SIDEWALK SALE ON CENTRAL STREET!

You won’t believe the deals and discounts you’ll find at Stella.

Sale dates and times:

*Thursday and Friday, July 14-15; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

*Saturday, July 16; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

*Sunday, July 17; 12 to 4 p.m.

Everything will be on sale: clothing, purses, jewelry, home furnishings, kids stuff, great gifts and more.

We are so excited about this sale that we can’t even wait until Thursday. Come to Stella on Wednesday, July 13 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for some fantastic Early-Bird specials inside the store.

See you soon!

Stella is trying to reach 500 “Fans” on Facebook.

When we do — and we will — all of our Facebook fans will get a 40 percent off coupon.

You’re already a fan or you wouldn’t be reading this, so make it official and reap the rewards.

Your savings will go beyond the coupon; Stella often has special offers available only to Facebook fans.

Click here to get to Stella’s Facebook Page or click on the pic and then ‘Like Us’ on Facebook!

Thank you for your support!

It's Spring! It's Spring!

It was a rough winter, wasn’t it?

Yes, it was.

And now, we all deserve a little pampering in preparation for Spring.

Yes, we do.

This ought to help: Come to Stella on April 14 for some Retail Therapy.

“A Sprig of Spring” is an after-hours party Stella is throwing as part of Central Street’s Retail Therapy night.

Stephanie Rogers

The evening will include free food and drinks, a raffle giveaway, live music by local singer/performer Stephanie Rogers and a great discount on everything in the store!

And, of course, there will be Good Karma, not just in the atmosphere but in our program as well: Get a Karma Kiss for every $25 spent. Fill up your Karma Card within a year and you’ll get a $25 gift certificate good toward anything at Stella!

It’s time to put winter behind us.

Come celebrate Spring and celebrate You!

What: “A Sprig of Spring” Retail Therapy Event

When: Thursday, April 14; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Stella Boutique on Central Street in Evanston

Call: (847) 864-5565 for more information

Hope to see you there!