Bargain hunters, put on your shopping sandals, as four Evanston districts collaborate on this season's Super Sidewalk Sale, Friday July 24 to Sunday, July 26. This outdoor extravaganza is the largest yet, embracing the unique character and distinct merchandise of four easily accessible areas -- Main Street Station, Chicago/Dempster, Downtown Evanston, and Central Street.

More than 200 Evanston merchants will offer bargains on summer inventory, featuring the ideal mix of independent shops and your favorite national chain stores. Fashionistas will discover unique designs at specialty boutiques, and can also hit the sale racks for work, play and athletic clothing and shoes.

Expect to find deals on one-of-a-kind accessories and decorative arts, including the best in specialty designed, hand-crafted goods. Antique collectors and thrifters alike will revel in Evanston's great selection of vintage items – from classic to kitsch.

In search of that perfect summer hostess gift? Each Evanston district offers a wide variety of fun and unique gift items sure to please.

When it's time to give your feet and your credit card a rest, see what makes Evanston the unofficial restaurant capital of the North Shore. From frozen yogurt to gourmet sandwiches to sushi, you can find that perfect nosh to fortify yourself for more bargain-hunting.

You won't find tube socks at this sale, and the only garage you'll enter is the one you can conveniently access for a full day of inexpensive parking. Park once, and hop the “el” or Metra to access all four districts. What could be easier?

For more information about the Super Sidewalk Sale visit www.evmark.org or call (847) 866-6319. To get to the sale on public transit, take the CTA Purple Line “el” to the Davis, Dempster, or Main stop; or take Metra to the Central, Davis or Main stop