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Parks/Forestry & Recreation 
The City of Evanston's Parks/Forestry and Recreation Department provides a wide range of services that improve the quality of life of those who live, work or play in Evanston.
The department's mission is to preserve and maintain a healthy urban forest; provide safe and attractive parks, beaches and open spaces; foster appreciation of our natural resources and conservation through education; provide the highest quality recreation and sports programs and services for people of all agess and abilities; assist local artists and arts organizations; foster arts education in Evanston; and advocate for the arts.
Arts + Recreation page (download brochure for current classes and programs and link to online registration)
Park permit and picnic reservation information
Are you looking to apply for a seasonal job with the Parks/Forestry and Recreation Department?
To work in the Parks or Forestry Division, applications are only accepted electronically through the City's Human Resources Department.
To work in the Recreation Division, please review seasonal job posting information (job titles, duties, salaries) in the job books at the Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave. and at the recreation centers.
Note: this form must be dropped off or returned by mail.
You can make a tax-deductible donation in honor of or in memory of a loved one.
Donation brochure (pdf)
Application form to dedicate a memorial bench (pdf)
Application form to dedicate a tree in the Memorial section of the Ladd Arboretum (pdf).
Emerald Ash Borer Update
The Illinois Department of Agriculture has designated a Web site with information specific to Illinois' fight against the Emerald Ash Borer: www.ILLINOISEAB.com
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