News Posted in: May 2010
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Posted in computers
You want to do the right thing by recycling your old computer and electronics? …
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Nicor recently launched several new programs for residents and businesses to help make energy efficiency upgrades more affordable. Residential Rebate Program Residential customers are eligible for rebates of up to $400 on high-efficiency water heaters, furnaces and boilers purchased between May 1, 2010 and May 31, 2011. These products are also eligible for federal tax credits if the purchases are made in 2010. Business Customer Rebate Program Nicor commercial customers on Nicor’s rates 4 and 74 are eligible for rebates…
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Tuesday, May 18, 2010
On 5-18-10, at approximately 7:45 a.m. a juvenile female was walking to school in the 1100 Blk. of Clark St., Evanston, Illinois, when she was accosted from behind. According to the victim the offender grabbed her and then dragged her into some nearby bushes. Once concealed in the shrubbery, the offender attempted to remove the victim’s pants. The juvenile victim fought back and a physical confrontation then ensued, which enabled the victim to break away from the offender and flee…
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Hundreds of local skating school students and professionals will perform in this toe-tapping show devoted to the emotional ups and downs of summer. Skaters will celebrate the last day of school, the joys of summer camp and summer vacation and then end with the bittersweet back to school time period. This family-friendly show opens at 7:30 p.m. on Fri., May 21, with additional performances at 7:30 p.m. on Sat., May 22, and a final matinee at 2:30 p.m. on Sun.,…
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Monday, May 17, 2010
Join Evanston Police at their 8th Annual Rooftop Stakeout on top of the Dunkin’ Donuts and help support the 2010 Law Enforcement Run and the athletes of the Special Olympics! Contact Officer Bernhardt or Officer Carmichael for information at 847/866-5000. 2010 Special Olympics T- Shirts, Hats and Pins will be available for purchase. Where: Dunkin’ Donuts, 1900 Dempster When: Friday May 21, 2010, 6:00AM to 12:00PM…
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The Evanston Health Department’s Women Out Walking (WOW) program is in its 7th (of 12) week of operation. Thus far the 1100 or so women involved in the program have walked over 113 million steps, participated in two group walks, attended one workshop (which focused on heart health and had fitness class samplers – tai chi, cardio boxing, boot camp, and line dancing) and are set to have their first healthy cooking class this weekend. The goal of this program…
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The Evanston Youth Council is holding the 4th Annual Evanston Youth Summit. This year’s Summit will be held on Thursday May 20th at Evanston Township High School in Beardsley Cafeteria from 4pm-7pm. This year's theme is - "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has" - Margaret Mead. The Youth Council will take the ideas from the summit and develop creative ways to make positive…
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The City of Evanston is pleased to offer the NEW American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course at its Chandler-Newberger Center. If you are between the ages of 11-15 and include babysitting in your future plans, join us promptly at 6:15 p.m. every Wednesday evening, May 19-June 3, for a three-hour intensive course. Fees include your book and a handbag for you to keep. The cost is $84/resident and $96/nonresident. The Chandler-Newberger Center is located at 1028 Central St. For information…
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All music lovers are invited to the next Fran Randall Memorial Concert. The program features a jazz/pop group from Columbia College. The music begins at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 21 at the Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave. Call 847/448-8250 for information.…
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Join the Ecology Center staff for fun-filled evenings for anyone age 2 and up. The campfires will include stories, songs and, of course, the ever-popular s’mores! The fun goes from 7-8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights, May 21-22 and June 4-5. The nature theme in May will be flightless birds and, in June, snakes. The campfires are held in the Council Ring at Grosse Point Lighthouse, which is located behind the Evanston Art Center, 2603 Sheridan Rd., Evanston. The…
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Monday, May 10, 2010
Posted in energy
Join the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ComEd and the City of Evanston in the fight against climate change by taking the ENERGY STAR Pledge. When you pledge, you are making a commitment to save energy and money, and fight climate change by taking energy-saving actions in your home, such as changing a light to an ENERGY STAR qualified model, enabling your computer to power down when not in use, installing and using a programmable thermostat correctly with pre-programmed settings,…
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Tuesday, May 4, 2010
The first Earth Day was held in 1970 as a local grassroots community awareness event which is now observed globally. Every year citizens from around the world work together to make positive changes for the environment. Activities range from picking up litter long the roadways to making environmental awareness posters to planting trees in neighborhoods. Each and every one of us is an important part of these activities. There is so much that can be accomplished. As Margaret Mead said,…
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