This week in Last Chance we showcase someone who knows how to shop and a restaurant that knows how to last.

Gilt Groupe heads to Highland Park

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, the cofounder of Gilt Groupe, a Web site that offers deals on top designer labels, will discusses her new book, "By Invitation Only: How We Built Gilt And Changed The Way Millions Shop" at the Highland Park Public Library this Friday at 1 p.m.

From the library's website: "Wilson explains how she and her friend launched a groundbreaking business, took fashonistas by storm, and revolutionized the fashion and e-commerce industries. Wilson provides an inside view of the fashion industry, too."

Books will be for sale and the event will end with a book signing. Dessert will be served.

Read the latest Betsy and Sal to get the scoop on Gilt's appeal.

Stashs celebrates 44 years

Stashs celebrates its 44th anniversary Tuesday at 4 p.m. The celebration ironically includes a ribbon cutting for Stashs owner Bobby Dubin's newest venture -- 2nd Street Enoteca, a BYOB Italian restaurant opening for dinner in the same storefront.

"We think it's wonderful to see how an established restaurant continues to evolve and grow," Highland Park Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ginny Glasner said, "Whether it's to meet changing times, changing tastes and maybe the changing landscape of the community."

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