Duck Race and Pluck - August 14
This fund raiser for the Evanston Environmental Association is a rubber duck “race” around the Dawes Park lagoon. Ducks travel on waves created by volunteers with paddles. Funds raised from the event go towards the Evanston Ecology Center’s resident critters. Sponsor one duck for $10 or a “Quack Pack” of three for $25. You may take your ducky home after the race. For more info. or to reserve your duck(s), please call 847/448-8256.
Location: Dawes Park, Sheridan Rd. at Church St.
Day/date/time: Sat., August 14, 3-5pm
Fee: See above for duck sponsorship; free admission