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Workshop on Fair Lending and Mortgage Scams Set for May 17 at EPL

The Interfaith Housing Center of the Northern Suburbs will be holding a seminar on fair lending and mortgage scams

Free Concert on May 18

The community is invited to the next Fran Randall Memorial Concert in the series, which will be held at

"Musicals in Motion" Spring Ice Show, May 18-20

Hundreds of Robert Crown Center's figure skating school students and professionals will perform to music from modern stage, film

Evanston Financial Advancement Summit Set for May 16

The City of Evanston is happy to announce the Financial Advancement Summit set for Wednesday, May 16, 2012. The summit

"Musicals in Motion" Ice Show, May 18-20

Hundreds of Robert Crown Center's skating school students and professionals will perform in the 36th annual spring ice show, "Musicals in Motion." Skaters

Children's Day on May 6

Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center is hosting their annual afternoon dedicated to youth. Children's Day festivities will take place from 2:00 to

Support the Community Animal Rescue Effort's "Strut for Strays" May 12

Come join the Community Animal Rescue Effort (C.A.R.E.) on their three mile walk, with or without your dog. There will be fun

Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market Marks 37th Year May 5

Posted in Farmers' Market

The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market will celebrate its 37th year when it opens on Sat., May 5. The market will

"Project Sticker Shock" Set for May 11 to Curb Underage Drinking

Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (ESAPC) will be visiting local stores that sell alcohol on May 11, 2012 to place stickers on

Ridgeville Park District's Farmers' Market Offers "Buy Local" Pre-ordering

Posted in Farmers' Market, Ridgeville Park District

The Ridgeville Park District's Famers' Market in south Evanston is Evanston's only weeknight market, open Wednesdays from 3:30 p.m. to

"Girl Whirl" Weekend Getaway in Downtown Evanston April 20-22

Girl Whirl, a weekend getaway in downtown Evanston is this weekend, April 20-22. A weekend full of exciting events and

Stand Against Racism on April 27

The City of Evanston is proud to be participating with the Evanston/North Shore YWCA in a nationwide Stand Against Racism. From

Citizens Utility Board to Reveal Winners of "Big 7 Savers Challenge" Today

Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) will hold a news conference Wednesday, April 18 to reveal the

TEDxEvanston 2012: Adventures in Learning April 18

coLab Evanston, based at 900 Chicago Avenue in the emerging Chicago and Main technology hub, is hosting TEDx Evanston. The

Earth Month Activities and Events

On April 22, more than one billion people around the globe will participate in Earth Day 2012 and help Mobilize

Evanston Public Library and Mayor Tisdahl Celebrate Children, Culture and Literacy

The Evanston Public Library (EPL) is hosting free educational programs to celebrate El Día de los Niños/El Día de los

Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Job Fair on April 21

Posted in Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program Job Fair

A job fair for the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on

Aging Well Film Festival Focuses on LGBT Seniors

Posted in Aging Well Film Festival 2012

The14th Annual Aging Well Film Festival will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at the Evanston

Aging Well Conference Focuses on Strategies for Healthy Aging

Posted in Aging Well Conference

The 14th annual Aging Well Conference for older adults, their families, professionals and other caregivers will take place from 8:00

Flea Market at Robert Crown Center April 14

Posted in Spring Flea Market

The annual Spring Flea Market will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Robert

Evanston Property Management Training Series Set for April 2-5

The Community Investment Corporation, in conjunction with the City of Evanston, will be offering a four night Property Management Training

Condo Association Training Set for April 17

Join representatives from Lakeside Community Development Corporation (Lakeside CDC) on Tuesday, April 17, from 6 PM to 8:30 PM at

Mayor Encourages Employer Participation in Youth Job Fair

Posted in Youth Job Fair

The Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program’s Youth Job Fair will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at the Morton

"The Next Generation" Art Exhibition Opens March 29

The work of young, emerging Chicago-area artists Megan Diddie, Rebecca George, Saika Kase, and Benjamin Stagl will be exhibited in

Free Concert by Natya Dance Theatre on April 4

Posted in Free concert dance theatre arts

A free Spring Break Concert by Natya Dance Theatre will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4 in

Evanston Children's Theatre performs "Peter Pan" March 23-25

Posted in Evanston Children's Theatre

Evanston Children's Theatre will perform a new version of J.M. Barrie's "Peter Pan" the weekend of March 23-25. The beloved story of

Third Annual Evanston Day in Springfield a Success

Highlighted by a private meeting with Governor Pat Quinn, Mayor Tisdahl and Evanston Aldermen Braithwaite, Burrus and Grover, led a

Property Management Workshops to be Held at Morton Civic Center

The Community Investment Corporation, in conjunction with the City of Evanston, will be holding property management workshops March 22 and

MasterFreeze Theatre presents "Sleeping Beauties"

Every winter, the Evanston Ecology Center presents an updated version of a classic tale in a MasterFreeze Theatre production. This year, “Sleeping

Eco Corner: Free Climate Change Symposium at NU to be held March 8

For the 3rd consecutive year, Northwestern University is hosting their annual Climate Change Symposium on March 8th at the McCormick

Hecky's Barbecue Receives Arts & Business Leadership Award

Hecky’s Barbecue has been chosen as the 2011 recipient of the Evanston Arts & Business Committee Leadership Award. The annual

Mayor's Award for the Arts Winners Announced

Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl has announced the recipients of the 2011 Mayor’s Award for the Arts. The Mayor’s Award for

Women Out Walking Kick Off March 24

It’s that time again! The 4th Annual Women Out Walking (W.O.W.) 12-week program will kick off on Saturday, March 24,

Women's Day Luncheon

Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre

In honor of Women’s History Month, Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center and Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre will host a Women’s Day Luncheon from noon

Storm Spotter Training Set for Feb. 21

Posted in Storm Spotter Class

The Cook County Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) in conjunction with the National Weather Service (NWS) and

Mayor's State of the City Address March 2

Posted in Mayor Tisdal, State of the City Address

The public is invited to join the Evanston Chamber of Commerce March 2nd to hear from the Honorable Elizabeth Tisdahl,

"Chili" Moonnight Hike on March 3

You're invited to gather with friends under a full moon at the Evanston Ecology Center for a night walk through the

Host an International Student for Superbowl Sunday!

It's almost time for Super Bowl Sunday. Following their successful Thanksgiving host progam, the International Office at Northwestern University is

Evanston to Hold Twitter Town Hall Meeting Feb. 15

Posted in Mayor, town hall, twitter

City of Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl will be hosting the very first Evanston “Twitter Town Hall” Meeting on Wednesday, February

Public Health Emergency Tabletop Discussion

Come learn about public health emergency preparedness and participate in a tabletop discussion on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 from 8:30am

Evanston Commemorates "Black History Month"

Black History Month is an observance of the history of the African diaspora in a number of countries outside of

Get a Taste of Summer at Arts Camp Open House

Although it will be snowy and cold outside, you're invited to get a taste of SUMMER by attending the free Hands-on Arts Camp

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Events

Posted in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Signed into law in January 1983 by President Ronald Reagan, the national Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday is a celebration

Special Event Permit Applications Due Feb. 1

Groups and organizations that wish to hold special events in the City of Evanston will need to submit a Special

Art Exhibition Events January 14 and 15

Free events associated with one of the current exhibitions at the Noyes Gallery will take place from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on

CTA Yellow Line Study Meeting - January 24

Posted in CTA Yellow Line, Transportation

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE: YELLOW LINE STATION ENGINEERING FEASIBILITY STUDY- CTA Yellow Line between Ridge and Dodge Avenues, City of Evanston

The Quest for Zero Waste Recycling Redefined

How can Evanston reframe the recycling paradigm? What does it mean to be “Zero Waste”? Join Citizens’ Greener Evanston, Keep

CTA's Holiday Train to Stop in Evanston Dec. 21

The Chicago Transit Authority is getting into the holiday spirit with the 2011 version of its popular Holiday Train! Santa

Evanston Day & Wildcats Basketball at Welsh-Ryan Arena Dec. 17

Posted in Basketball, Northwestern University

Residents and families of the City of Evanston are invited to experience Northwestern basketball at Welsh-Ryan Arena! Join honorary captain,

Evanston Tenants' Rights Meeting Set for Jan. 24

The City of Evanston and the Interfaith Housing Center of the Northern Suburbs will be holding an educational meeting on January

"Nutcracker on Ice" Celebrates the Holiday Season Dec. 9-11

Posted in Nutcracker on Ice holiday show

"Nutcracker on Ice" will be performed at four shows the weekend of Dec. 9-11 at Robert Crown Community Center and

GFS Marketplace to Open New Evanston Store; Ground Breaking Set for Nov. 21

GFS Marketplace announced the company is building a new store in Evanston and will be holding a ground breaking ceremony on Monday, November

Downtown Evanston Board of Directors Public Meeting Nov. 15

The EVMark (Downtown Evanston) Board of Directors will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. in

Presentation of "The Climate Project" Nov. 20

"The Climate Project," the updated, first sequel to the award-winning “An Inconvenient Truth” slide show, will be presented at 7:00

Evanston Honors Veterans at Fountain Square

Posted in Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Day ceremonies were held November 11, 2011 at Evanston's Foutain Square honoring those who have served this country. In

Holiday Bazaar features Home Grown Artists December 2

Homegrown Artists began in 2005 as a showcase for Evanston artists and their work at the busy and thriving downtown

Central Street Community Day Nov. 12

On November 12th, your everyday purchases could be worth more than you know! Central Street businesses are participating in Community

Northwestern Women's Soccer Big Ten Tournament

Northwestern University and its women’s soccer program is hosting the Big Ten Tournament this week for the first time in

Sixth Annual Paint Evanston Plows Contest Voting Open

Posted in Public Works, Snow

A few of the city's snow plows will be looking particularly festive in preparation for the coming winter season, thanks

Evanston Children's Theatre performs "Sherlock Holmes" Nov. 11-13

Evanston Children's Theatre will perform "Sherlock Holmes," a highly-entertaining adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's famed detective story, from November

Fall Flea Market at Robert Crown Center November 5

The annual Fall Flea Market will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Robert Crown

The Top 30 Ideas are in for Evanston's Future!

Over 500 community members weighed in on the top 100 ideas during a series of seven public voting sessions held

Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week Begins Oct 23

October 23rd through October 29th is Lead Poisoning Prevention Awareness Week. The Evanston Health Department is encouraging the parents of

"Contagion: From Hollywood to Public Health Policy" Lecture & Panel Discussion

The City of Evanston, in conjunction with Northwestern University and Chicago Physicians for Social Responsibility  (PSR), will be co-sponsoring a lecture and

Job Fair at Evanston Public Library on October 13

Need a job? Don’t miss YJC’s Fall Job Fair Thursday, October 13, from 1-4 PM at the Evanston Public Library,

New Roller Skating Program at Community Centers

Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain, kids

New Roller Skating Program at Community Centers Evanston children, youth, teens and adults of all ages now can participate in

Halloween in Evanston

Posted in community, halloween, kids

It’s the season for tricks and treats, candy and costumes, and pumpkins and pumpkin pie. The closer we get to

Evanston Property Tax Seminar Set for Oct. 13

Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin (13th District), Board of Review Commissioner Mike Cabonargi and Evanston Township Assessor Bonnie Wilson encourage you

New Roller Skating Program at Community Centers

Evanston children, youth, teens and adults of all ages now can participate in a new, fun activity: roller skating! Starting October 7,

Bike the Ridge on October 2

Posted in Bike the Ridge

Pull out your bicycles and park the car! Bikes rule when “Bike the Ridge” returns on Sunday, October 2, 2011.

"Walk to School Day" Set for Oct. 5

International Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 5th. The purpose of the International Walk to School Day is to

PeaceAble Cities' "Evanston Evenings"

“A Town/Gown Event for Evanston Residents and Northwestern University Students” Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and PeaceAble Cities: Evanston invite all

Conversation in the Park: Poetry and Puppets on Oct. 2

In recognition of Arts & Humanities Month, the City of Evanston is sponsoring “Conversation in the Park: Poetry and Puppets”

Noyes Gallery Features Three Art Exhibits in October

Posted in Noyes Gallery Features Three Art Exhibits in October

In recognition of Illinois Arts & Humanities Month, the City of Evanston's Noyes Arts Gallery is presenting three art exhibits

Joint Ward Meeting Oct. 4 on Upcoming CTA Viaduct Project

Aldermen Melissa Wynne (3rd Ward) and Donald Wilson (4th Ward) along with City of Evanston and representatives from the Chicago

Commission on Aging to present "Understand Today's Hospital Experience"

Posted in Evanston Commission on Aging

The Evanston Commission on Aging is sponsoring “Understand Today’s Hospital Experience,” a free presentation explaining how a stay in the

City Asks for Residents' Input on Budget at Public Meetings & Via Online Survey

The City of Evanston’s Engage Evanston budget initiative is asking residents to participate in the city budget process by attending

Free Fair Housing/Fair Lending & Foreclosure Prevention Workshop

Interfaith Housing Center will be presenting a workshop on Fair Housing/Fair Lending & Foreclosure Prevention this Thursday, September 15, 2011

Evanston to Mark National Public Lands Day with Volunteer Event at James Park

National Public Lands Day (NPLD), September 24, is the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public

Second Annual BackStage Evanston Provides "Taste of Culture"

Posted in BackStage Evanston

BackStage Evanston, the festival that showcases Evanston's performing arts groups, has become an annual event. At the inaugural showcase in

Eco Corner: Take the Car Free Day Pledge Today!

Car-Free Day is coming Thursday, September 22nd and now is a great time to plan how you can get involved! In

Window Restoration Workshop Set for Oct. 1st

The Evanston Preservation Commission and the Association for Preservation Technology Western Great Lakes Chapter are co-sponsoring an all day Window

Evanston Green Living Festival Focuses on Renewable Energy

Posted in Evanston Green Living Festival

From wind turbines to geo-thermal systems to photovoltaics on our rooftops -- alternative, renewable forms of energy are becoming more

Ribbon Cutting at Central Street Café - Another Great Dining Experience Added to Evanston's Great Restaurant Scene

Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl along with Evanston Aldermen Mark Tendam and Jane Grover participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony recently for the

City's 3-1-1 Call Center Marks Six Month Anniversary with Open House on Sept. 1

The City of Evanston's 3-1-1 Call Center will mark its six month anniversary this Thursday, September 1st, 2011. The public

Community Comes Together to Support NU Wildcats

Northwestern University's Athletic Department and the City of Evanston are once again teaming up to Paint Evanston Purple! “Evanston Day”

Public Invited to See Police Deployment in Action Aug 27

The Evanston Police Department invites members of the community to witness their police deployment strategy in action. This will be

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre hosts "Summer Blues Set" August 27

The City of Evanston's Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre will present "Summer Blues Set" at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 27 at the

Mayor Cuts Ribbon on New Senior Green Connections Garden

On Wednesday August 17, 2011 Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and Richard Minocchio, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Cook County

Job Seeker Workshops at EPL Aug 24 & Sept 21

The workNet center at the Evanston Public Library will be hosting two upcoming all-day power workshops for job seekers. The

CommUNITY Picnic Celebrates Final Days of Summer on August 28

Posted in CommUNITY Picnic

What's more fun than gathering with your friends, family and fellow Evanstonians to enjoy an afternoon in the park with free

Final Starlight Concert Features Ken Arlen Orchestra

Posted in Starlight Concerts

The City of Evanston's 2011 Starlight Concert Series will conclude with a performance by the Ken Arlen Orchestra on Tuesday, August 23.

Foreclosure Prevention Workshop

Do you have questions about your mortgage? Are you concerned about affording your mortgage? Join Interfaith Housing Center & the

Stay Informed about What's Going on in Evanston! Sign-up for e-News today!

Stay informed - Get updates on city information, news, events and more from your local government and community partners when you

Free Movies in the Park Series Begins August 10

Posted in Free Movies in the Parks

The City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division is screening movies at dusk on select Wednesdays and Saturdays from August 10 through

Eight Acts to Compete in Evanston's Got Talent Showcase

Posted in Evanston's Got Talent Showcase

Evanston youth and young adults will show off their singing, dancing, acting and rapping talent in the "Evanston's Got Talent Showcase" on

Fall Issue of Recreation & Arts Activity Guide Online

The fall issue of Recreation & Arts Activity Guide covers Evanston's recreation, arts and leisure scene from now through November. The

Duck Race and Pluck to Make a Splash in Dawes Park on August 13

Posted in Duck Race and Pluck

The Evanston Environmental Association will host its annual fundraiser, the Duck Race and Pluck, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on

Free Friday Night Tennis Lessons in August

Posted in Free Friday Night Tennis Lessons

Evanston residents are invited to come learn to play tennis for free on Friday nights throughout August. This is the sixth year

Come See Evanston Police Deployment in Action

The Evanston Police Department invites members of the community to witness their police deployment strategy in action. This will be

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Presents Summer Dramatic Reading Series

Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, summer dramatic reading series

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre’s Summer 2011 Dramatic Reading Series will focus on the theme of “Family.” Thought-provoking plays written by three local

Evanston Public Library to Host Book Sale

Posted in evanston public library

Attention book lovers and library supporters! The Library Book Sale Volunteers are now holding monthly sales in the third floor

Recycle Electronics at the Recycling Fair on July 23

The City of Evanston’s Public Works Department will be hosting a Recycling Fair on Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 9a.m.

Recycling Fair Set to Include Document Destruction

The City of Evanston’s Public Works Department will be hosting a Recycling Fair on Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 9a.m.

Evanston Community Foundation to Offer Leadership Class

The Evanston Community Foundation would like to invite members of the Evanston community to participate in the 2011-2012 class of

Noyes Gallery Exhibition Opens July 14

The exhibition New Encaustic Explorations, presented by members of the FUSEDChicago, runs from July 14 through August 30 at the

Safe Summer Youth Activities

Mayor Tisdahl’s Safe Summer Initiative includes free activities this weekend, including Open Skating, Open Pool/Swimming, Open Volleyball, Open Basketball and

Whole Foods Community Support Day to Benefit Evanston Children

Posted in Whole Foods Community Support Day

Did you know that buying groceries can help educate a child? Whole Foods Market Downtown Evanston will donate 5% of

Starlight Concert Line-up Announced

Evanston’s own Ezra Furman & the Harpoons will open the City of Evanston’s 2011 Starlight Concert Series with a free

Bike to Work Week June 11-17 with Bike Pit Stop at Fountain Square Friday

Chicagoland’s Bike to Work Week is June 11-17th. Organized by the Active Transportation Alliance, this event is free and encourages

EPL to Host Summer Reading Stop Open House at Evanston Plaza June 20

The Evanston Public Library invites the public to help us kickoff another season of Summer Reading Stop fun. Check out

Scarecrow Bee - Help a Farmer, Scare a Crow! At the Farmers' Market May 28

On Saturday, May 28, Friends of Evanston Farmers Markets is hosting a Scarecrow Bee (like a quilting bee, except we’re

Library Set to Kick-off Two Summer Reading Programs for Kids

Expanded Summer Reading Game Registration Has Begun Every summer for almost 40 years, the Evanston Public Library’s Summer Reading Game keeps

Woofstock, Canine Event of the Year, on June 5

Posted in Woofstock Pooch Park

Woofstock, the annual open house at Pooch Park, will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, June

Awesome Birthday & Special Event Parties at City's Community Centers

The City of Evanston can help you out when it comes to your next birthday party or special event. From

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre Announces Summer 2011 Season

Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre

Five Guys Named Moe and From The Mississippi Delta will be Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre’s mainstage productions in June and July, followed

"Heroes and Legends" Ice Show, May 20-22

Posted in Spring Ice Show Heroes and Legends

Hundreds of local skating school students and professionals will perform in “Heroes and Legends” at Robert Crown Center. The show celebrates

Makin' It Happen in the West Village May 20-21

The newly branded local business community, the Evanston West Village Business Association, will host, in partnership with the City of Evanston, “Makin’

Enjoy the Bounty of Midwest Farmers at Four Locations Throughout the Summer!

Posted in Farmers' Market

The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market opened for the season on Saturday, May 7. It will be held from 7:30 a.m.

Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market Season Begins May 7

The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market kicks off the 2011 season on Saturday, May 7. The Market will be held from

Children's Day on May 1

Posted in Childrens Day Fleetwood-Jourdain Center free entertainment

Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center is hosting their annual afternoon dedicated to youth. Children’s Day festivities will take place from 2:00 to

Fitness Room Open House on April 30

Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center is hosting a day of fitness and fun from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April

EPL & Evanston150 to Host "Night of Ideas" May 12

                      The Evanston150 Steering Committee and the Evanston Public

Tune Out TV Week April 18-22

In support of School District #65’s Tune Out TV Week, the Evanston Recreation Division is offering free activities next week

Auditions for Evanston Idol April 23 & 30

Evanston Community Television is looking for talented people to audition for the Fourth Annual Evanston Idol; all performing artists are

City to Show Support for Guard & Reserve April 21

The City of Evanston will gather several members of the various Departments who serve in the National Guard and Reserve

2nd Annual Flea Market at Robert Crown April 9

The second annual Spring Flea Market will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (no early birds) on Saturday,

Earth Day/Arbor Day Celebration April 30

Celebrate Earth Day / Arbor Day with the Evanston Ecology Center! We have fun activities planned all day to show

City to Hold Informational Session for Façade Improvement Program April 5

The City of Evanston's Economic Development Division will be holding a Façade Improvement Program Informational Session on Tuesday, April 5,

A Day in Springfield Evanston Style

Evanston Day in Springfield 2011 Over 75 Evanston residents and business leaders visited Springfield on Wednesday for the Second Annual

Community Peace Rally April 9th

On April 9th, 2011 a Community Peace Rally will be held to create awareness around the issue of violence in

Central Street Forum March 31

Join Alderman Mark Tendam (6th Ward), Alderman Jane Grover (7th Ward) and the Central Street Neighbors Association for a discussion

Secretary of State White to Address Evanston Distracted Driving Summit April 13

The City of Evanston will be co-sponsoring the Evanston Distracted Driving Summit on Wednesday, April 13 from 2;30 to 5:30

Women Out Walking Kick-off March 19 at ETHS

  This year’s program will kick-off at the Evanston Township High School Auditorium, 1600 Dodge Avenue (Enter from parking lot

Spring Break Camps April 4-8 - Register Now!

Posted in Camps

Be sure to reserve a spot in your child’s favorite spring break camp! Registration is available for a wide variety

Income Tax Preparation for Seniors

Posted in Levy Senior Center tax assistance AARP

    March 22, 2011 update: All appointments have been booked, but staff at the Levy Center will keep a

Levy Center Accreditation Celebration, Feb 18

Posted in Levy, seniors

In celebration of the Levy Senior Center's achievement of national accreditation, there will be a reception and concert at 1

Levy Senior Center Accreditation Celebration on Feb. 18

Posted in accreditation, Levy, seniors

In celebration of the Levy Senior Center's achievement of national accreditation, there will be a reception and concert at 1

Neighborhood-Wide Meeting: Dempster/Dodge Area Jan. 25

Important Neighborhood-Wide Meeting at the Heartwood Center 1818 Dempster 7:30 p.m. The meeting will bring together several neighborhood groups with

e-News for Jan 15-31

Get the latest news and events from the City of Evanston for January 15 through January 31, 2011 here>>>

Special Event Permit Applications Due Feb. 1

Posted in Special Event permit application

Groups and organizations that wish to hold special events in the City of Evanston will need to submit a Special

MLK Community Peace Pledge Day - Jan. 17

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day January 17th, 2011 Join others in the Evanston community by making a personal pledge for

A Family Portrait: Turner Family Show at Noyes through March 18

Posted in Arts, Black History Month, Noyes Art Gallery

     The City of Evanston Cultural Arts Division is pleased to announce an upcoming special exhibition in celebration of

Ice-Skating in the Parks Update

Dec. 16, 2010 update Due to the early cold snap, residents are already taking advantage of the ice-skating rinks at Evanston

City and Community Partners Help Those in Need for the Holidays

Fire Dept. to Donate Holiday Dinners to Family Focus The Fire Department and Members of Local 742 annually donate twenty Holiday dinners with

"Nutcracker on Ice" Kicks Off the Holiday Season

Posted in Nutcracker on Ice

"Nutcracker on Ice" takes to the ice December 10-12 at the Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St., Evanston. For four

Winners of the Fifth Annual Paint Evanston Plows Contest Announced

City of Evanston’s Fifth Annual Paint Evanston Plows Contest were announced at the Administration and Public Works Committee Meeting on November 22.

Holiday Bazaar on December 11

Posted in Holiday Bazaar Fleetwood-Jourdain Center gifts

The second annual Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center Holiday Bazaar will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December

Winter 2010-2011 "Highlights Newsletter" is Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Winter 2010-2011 edition of Highlights will reach Evanston mailboxes this week. Some highlights in this edition include: Snow Regulations,

New Holiday Bazaar features Home Grown Artists

Posted in Holiday Bazaar by Home Grown Artists

Shop for beautiful and unique items to give as gifts or keep for yourself from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on

Northwestern Basketball Announces "Evanston Day" on Nov. 30

Northwestern Basketball Announces "Evanston Day" on November 30 which coincides with the Wildcat Food Drive to support Family Focus. After

Help Evanston Families in Need This Season

Posted in Holiday food and toy drive

Be a part of the annual holiday toy and food drive sponsored by Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and local community organizations.

Veterans Day 2010 Photos from Evanston's Fountain Square

Posted in Veterans Day Ceremony

Veterans Day 2010 Evanston’s Fountain Square with U.S. Representative Jan Schakowsky, Illinois Representative Robyn Gabel, Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin

Fleetwood-Jourdain Youth Raise Money for United Way

Local middle school students from Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center's After-School program held a bake sale last month with proceeds to go

Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11

Posted in Veterans Day Ceremony

A Veterans Day Ceremony will be hosted by the Evanston American Legion Post 42 on Thursday, November 11, 2010, at

Community Conversation at Northwestern University Nov. 16

The Evanston community is invited to join Northwestern University's Division of Student Affairs, Community Relations and University Police for an

Evanston Resident & Nobel Prize Winner Presented Key to City

Dale T. Mortensen, Professor of Economics at Northwestern University and 2010 Nobel Prize winner, was recognized and presented the key to

Human Relations Commission Community Forum Nov. 13

The Human Relations Commission (HRC) is seeking to incorporate community input into its future work plan. The HRC is planning

Evanston: a Peaceable City, an Intergenerational Community Conversation

The Evanston Public Library and Peaceable Cities Evanston invite Evanston teens and adults to imagine how to create together a

City, Community Partners Kick-off Season of Giving & Day of Caring Oct. 16

Posted in Day of Caring, United Way, Volunteer

Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl recently was joined by representatives from the North Shore United Way, the two area school districts, Evanston

Free Financing & Bonding Seminar Oct. 14

Posted in Community and Economic Development

The City of Evanston will be sponsoring a free Financing and Bonding Seminar for Evanston residents, businesses and those looking

City Budget Marathon to Air on Cable Ch. 16

Posted in Budget, City Council

The City of Evanston has kicked off its annual budget process for the Fiscal Year 2011 with a Special City

Volunteer for Bike the Ridge Oct. 3

Posted in Bike the Ridge, Volunteer

Sunday, October 3, 2010 is the Annual Bike the Ridge ride and the City of Evanston is looking for volunteers to

City Offers Secure Bike Parking for Car Free Day & Every Day

The City of Evanston reminds residents that free, secure bike parking is available at the parking garage located at the

Resident Budget Input Sessions to Begin

Posted in Budget

The Evanston City Council will begin its annual budget process this year on September 20 with a City Council Goal

9/11 Memorial Ceremony at Fireman's Park

The Evanston Fire and Police Departments  will hold a memorial ceremony to honor the brave men and women who lost their lives

Evanston Children's Theatre Auditions to Be Held Sept. 7-9

Posted in The Evanston Children's Theatre

The Evanston Children’s Theatre will hold auditions September 7-9 for its fall production of The Phantom Tollbooth, written by Norton

Fall "Highlights" Now Available

Posted in Highlights

The Fall 2010 edition of "Highlights" will be delivered to residents in the next few days. You can check it

EPD's Citizen Police Academy Begins Sept. 2 - Register Now

Posted in Citizen Police Academy, Police

EPD's Citizen Police Academy The Evanston Police Department offers a free 12-week program to understand the work of our police

Library Board to Hold Funding Forums

The City of Evanston's Library Board will be holding two public Library Funding Forums. The forums will discuss the history of

City Wraps up Successful 2nd Annual Women Out Walking Program - 208 Million Steps Later

The Evanston Health Department recently completed its second year of its Women Out Walking (WOW) program. Building upon the success

"Walk Week" Marks Beginning of School Year

The City of Evanston’s Health Department is promoting Walk Week, a one week program during the first week of school

City Kicks off Partnership with CubEnergy saver.com

Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and Citizens Utility Board (CUB) Executive Director David Kolata officially kicked off a partnership August 9, 2010 announcing

Back-to-school State Sales Tax Holiday Aug 6-15

Effective August 6, 2010, through August 15, 2010, a State Sales Tax Holiday will be implemented and certain items purchased during

CommUNITY Picnic Aug 22

What’s more fun than gathering with your friends, family and fellow Evanstonians to enjoy an afternoon in the park with

Nominations Sought for 2010 Design Evanston Awards

Nominations for 2010 Design Evanston Awards are now being accepted by Evanston’s not for profit design advocacy organization from members

Reading Stop Open House with Aldermen Holmes & Jean-Baptiste Jul 20

Please stop by the Evanston Public Library's Summer Reading Stop in Evanston Plaza--just south of Panino's--on Tuesday, July 20th for an Open

Fireman's Park Re-dedication Jul 22

This Thursday July 22, 2010, the re-dedication of Fireman’s Park will take place. The re-dedication will honor those who have

Evanston Township Property Assessment Appeal Seminar July 19

There will be an Evanston Township Property Assessment Appeal Seminar sponsored by Cook County Commissioner Larry Suffredin, Cook County Assessor

Central St. Sidewalk Sale July 15-17

Posted in Shopping

The Central Street Business Association announces its 28th annual SIDEWALK SALE Thursday July 15 through Saturday July 17th from 10am

Adult Mosquito Control Operations July 13

Posted in Health

The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District will be conducting targeted adult mosquito control operations in Evanston on Tuesday, July 13 between the hours

Tonight's Starlight Concert - South Boulevard at James Park

The next free Starlight Concert continues from 7:30-9 p.m. tonight in James Park, Dodge Ave. at Mulford (S. of Oakton).

"The Exponential Potential of Partnerships" Lunch & Program Deadline to RSVP July 9

There will be an informal presentation on the Evanston Art Center’s first 80 years followed by a discussion about meaningful collaborations

Summer Reading Stop Opens! Stop By!

Posted in Kids, Library

The Evanston Public Library is ready to read with you at the Summer Reading Stop at the Evanston Plaza! The

National Night Out Celebration - August 3

Join us for our National Night Out Celebration! Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010 ~ 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. “Give Neighborhood

City Holds First Ever Code-A-Thon on Saturday, June 5

The City of Evanston seeks students and residents with all levels of computer skills to help move the City website’s

Farmers' Market - Saturdays through Nov. 6

Enjoy the bounty of Midwest farmers every Saturday throughout the summer! For 35 years, the Evanston Farmers' Market has been

North Shore Channel Centennial Celebration - June 26

Come celebrate the 100th anniversary of Evanston’s very own North Shore Channel! Through games, crafts and canal exploration, you’ll learn

Keep Evanston Beautiful Garden Walk - July 11

The 21st annual Garden Walk features six private gardens and one school garden in Evanston. Meet the gardeners and get

20th Anniversary Celebration of the ADA - July 28 & 29

Evanston and Skokie are joining forces to celebrate the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Join us for

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

War Memorial Celebration

There will be an Evanston War Veterans Council's Memorial Day Celebration on Monday, May 31 from 10 a.m. until noon

Haitian Picnic Under the Sun July 4

Haitian Festival - Picnic Under the Sun Sponsored by the the Haitian Festival - Picnic Under the Sun, 2 -

IL Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

JOIN US ON SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2010 as we support our Special Olympic Athletes as we proudly carry the torch

Medicare & You Seminar

Tuesday, June 8 2010 7:00pm - 8:30pm Medicare & You Seminar A FREE Medicare & You 2010 Seminar is being

"90 Days of Summer" Theme Warms Up Spring Ice Show May 21-23

Hundreds of local skating school students and professionals will perform in this toe-tapping show devoted to the emotional ups and

"Cop on Top" Event for Special Olympics May 21

Join Evanston Police at their 8th Annual Rooftop Stakeout on top of the Dunkin’ Donuts and help support the 2010

4th Annual Youth Sumit May 20

The Evanston Youth Council is holding the 4th Annual Evanston Youth Summit. This year’s Summit will be held on Thursday

Family Campfires with a Nature Theme Starts May 21

Join the Ecology Center staff for fun-filled evenings for anyone age 2 and up. The campfires will include stories, songs

40th Earth Day Anniversary

The first Earth Day was held in 1970 as a local grassroots community awareness event which is now observed globally.