Shoppers can judge eco-themed displays at Hawthorn Mall

Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills invites community members to become creativity judges during a weeklong eco-themed display event that will run Monday, April 19, through Sunday, April 25.

To draw attention to conservation efforts during the week surrounding Earth Day, Hawthorn Mall retailers will dress mannequins or create other displays using Earth-friendly materials (i.e., biodegradable newspapers, etc.), then showcase their creations in the mall's Center Park.

Shoppers are asked to stop by throughout the week and vote for their favorite design by scanning a QR code on the sign nearest the display of their choice.

Shoppers voting on the displays will be entered for a chance to win a gift basket and $100 gift card from Barbara's Bookstore. The gift basket winner, as well as the retailer whose design received the most votes, will be announced via the mall's social media platforms Monday, April 26.

For more information, visit www.shophawthornmall.com/events.

Guests are asked to comply with all state and local COVID safety recommendations; everyone 2 years and older is asked to wear a mask.

Hawthorn Mall is at 122 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills. Regular mall hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

For information, visit www.shophawthornmall.com.