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Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl has announced that the City of Evanston will be teaming up with several community organizations to
Posted in Farmers Market, sustainability
New Workshops Will Teach Consumers to “Learn, Make and Share” Home-canned Goods For the 38th year, the Downtown Evanston Farmers’
Community Involvement Can Answer Critical Questions about Cancer Causes, Prevention As it celebrates its 100th birthday, the American Cancer
Ridgeville Park District is now accepting pre-orders for its 2013 Farmers' Market. The Ridgeville Park District offers its residents the
The City of Evanston announces closures and collection schedules for the Memorial Day weekend, which runs from Saturday, May
The Evanston Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is looking for new medical and nonmedical members with an interest in emergency
The City of Evanston’s Health Department would like to remind residents that May 1 marks the beginning of the
Evanston was ranked as one of the top ten cities with the greenest commuting habits in a recent study.
From midnight until 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 18, 3.94 inches of rain were recorded at the Evanston Water
On April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) of Greater Chicago and the Drug
The Evanston Police Department and Save A Star Drug Awareness Foundation have established a pill disposal and collection program. Evanston
Posted in events, health, Sustainability
Shopping at a farmers' market is a great way to meet local farmers and get fresh, flavorful produce and
April 2013 is National Code Enforcement Officer Appreciation Month in the State of Illinois! Governor Pat Quinn signed a
National Public Health Week “Public Health is ROI, Save Lives, Save Money” The month highlights how Public Health Prevention
City life usually means access to public transportation, urban density and the ability to live without a car. Many
Posted in Violence prevention
The City of Evanston is presenting a Violence Prevention Community Forum featuring Tio Hardiman, Director of CeaseFire Illinois, from
Welcome to the inaugural issue of Evanston Life! Over the past several years, the Highlights newsletter and the Arts
Please join the Evanston Chamber of Commerce on March 8 to hear from the Honorable Elizabeth Tisdahl, Mayor of
The City of Evanston’s Health Department once again will be sponsoring its Women Out Walking (WOW) program, a 12-week
The City of Evanston invites residents to participate in the 4th Annual Evanston Day in Springfield on Wednesday, March 13,
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl announced today her support for U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein’s introduction of the updated Assault Weapons
On January 14, 2013, Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl presented the Keys to the City of Evanston to NorthShore University
With the implementation of the Fiscal Year 2013 budget, the City of Evanston has transferred certain services, including property
As with much of the country, Illinois is experiencing a severe flu season with many people becoming sick and
Residents and businesses are reminded that they must clear snow and ice from the sidewalks adjacent to their respective properties for
The City of Evanston mailed out 2013 Animal Registration forms with their 2013 Vehicle Sticker renewal forms. Payment for 2013
Teens age 14 years and older as well as adults are invited to participate in a drop-in basketball program from 10:00
The City of Evanston has announced its hours of operation along with its recycling and refuse schedule for Christmas
City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz announced on November 28 the appointment of Carl Caneva to the new position of Assistant Director of
The Greater Chicago Food Depository's Producemobile is coming to Evanston, and will be offering free fresh fruits and vegetables
The City of Evanston's Health Department reminds all residents to educate themselves on how to remain safe during winter
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl announced in November that the City of Evanston will be teaming up with several community organizations to
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The City of Evanston’s Health Department, along with the American Cancer Society, is
The first community health center serving the near north suburbs opened its doors at the Lorraine H. Morton Civic
Effective immediately, the City of Evanston’s Health Department will no longer be a drop off location for the recycling of
Flu shots will be available at the Levy Senior Center, on a walk-in basis, for $25 from 9 a.m.
September is National Preparedness Month and the Evanston Health Department is reminding all residents to use this month to prepare
Join us on Sunday, September 30, 2012 for the Annual Bike the Ridge ride! Ridge Avenue will be closed
The Illinois Department of Public Health received the following recall notice: Forever Cheese Recalls Ricotta Salata Frescolina Brand for
The Evanston Police Department Traffic Management Bureau conducted a crosswalk enforcement initiative from August 8 through August 31, 2012.
It is common to see increased skunk activity during the fall as they try to gain the extra weight
The City of Evanston is teaming up with District 65 to continue to encourage students and parents to follow
The City of Evanston has launched an email and text notification system. Residents can get advance notice of planned
The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District announced today that it will be conducting targeted adult mosquito control operations in
Posted in Health
The City of Evanston’s Health Department is reporting six human cases of West Nile virus (WNV), up from zero
The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District will be conducting targeted adult mosquito control operations in portions of Evanston and
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Evanston Health Department is alerting the public to an outbreak
New Statewide Whooping Cough Vaccine requirement starts this school year Today, health officials and organizers from around the State
On August 8, 2012, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky joined Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl; the CEO of Erie Family Health Center,
The City of Evanston’s Health Department reports that a 57-year-old resident of Evanston has been confirmed to have the
Based on an Evanston150 top-ten idea, the “Market for All Seasons” Task Force has been developing a vision for
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has confirmed the first human West Nile virus case reported in Illinois
On July 9, 2012, Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl received the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) “City Livability Award” for
The City of Evanston’s Health Department has issued a heat advisory for Tuesday, July 17, 2012 as temperatures are
Posted in health
The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District will be conducting targeted adult mosquito control operations in portions of Evanston on
Does your family love going to Noah’s Playground for Everyone? If you think this inclusive playground is the best
Take a kayak fishing trip on July 6 and catch a bluegill, or go on a Twilight Historical Kayak
With temperatures and heat indices rising, the Evanston Health Department urges all residents to take preventive actions throughout the
The City of Evanston has an outdoor watering ban that runs from May 15 through September 15 during daytime weekday hours. The
Grant Will Provide Support for Community Health and Wellness Needs The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced
The City of Evanston's Health Department announced mosquitoes collected in Evanston recently tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV).
Posted in Youth Summer Lunch Program
Free cold lunches will be served to all children age 1-18 again this summer on a first-come, first-served basis.
Chicagoland’s Bike to Work Week 2012 is June 9-15. To celebrate biking as a healthy and green way to
This Mother's Day take a moment to congratulate the moms around you who have quit smoking. They have overcome their
The City of Evanston, in association with PEER Services of Evanston, will be participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s
Posted in Farmers' Market
The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market will celebrate its 37th year when it opens on Sat., May 5. The market will
Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (ESAPC) will be visiting local stores that sell alcohol on May 11, 2012 to place stickers on
Girl Whirl, a weekend getaway in downtown Evanston is this weekend, April 20-22. A weekend full of exciting events and
A mild winter and warm spring has pushed up West Nile Virus surveillance. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Posted in Evanston Farmers' Markets
Buying farm-fresh produce and goods will be easy for the next six months, as shoppers can enjoy the bounty of
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
A Healthier America Begins Today: Join the Movement The Evanston Health Department joins with communities all across the United States
The City of Evanston held a press conference near the Veolia Waste Transfer Station in Evanston on Friday, March 16,
It’s that time again! The 4th Annual Women Out Walking (W.O.W.) 12-week program will kick off on Saturday, March 24,
The Evanston Health Department conducted a survey to determine the health needs of our residents. In 2011 the department analyzed
Staff from the Evanston Ecology Center has “beaver fever!” They recently discovered trees with fresh chewing marks along the bank
Come learn about public health emergency preparedness and participate in a tabletop discussion on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 from 8:30am
A new Illinois law took effect on Jan. 1, 2012, that allows producers of food prepared in their homes, who
Posted in CEDA
Effective January 9, 2012, the Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Incorporated (CEDA - Neighbors at Work) will be
The Evanston Health Department held its first Health Ministry Coalition meeting on November 15, 2011. The coalition is so far
Increase in “Whooping Cough” cases concentrated in Cook, Collar Counties; Health officials urge protection for infants, young children The Illinois
Posted in Flu, Health
To help stay healthy during the holidays and all year, give the gift of health by getting an influenza vaccination
Posted in Holiday, Mayor, Volunteer
Please help make the holiday season joyful for as many needy Evanston families as possible! Donations to the annual Holiday
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and the City of Evanston’s Health Department, along with the American Cancer Society,
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
Evanston children, youth, teens and adults of all ages now can participate in a new, fun activity: roller skating! Starting October 7,
Posted in health, police
The month of October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness month all over the United States. Events of remembrance and
The City of Evanston's Health Department debuted its Let's Move! dance video at the September 19 City Council meeting. The public can
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
Risk of death from ovarian cancer – 1 in 95 women Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common cancer among
The US Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources Services Administration (DHHS-HRSA) recently announced community health center New Access
Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl last week sent a letter to the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency expressing the City of Evanston's opposition
In response to the Nationwide Salmonella outbreak, Cargill has initiated a recall. See here for Evanston Health Department press release>>>
Ground turkey may be the cause The Illinois Department of Public (IDPH), along with Evanston Health Department, is collaborating with
Not only can Illinois LINK card holders use them at the Saturday downtown Evanston Farmers Market, they can get a
The City of Evanston's Health Department announced mosquitoes collected in Evanston recently tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). Mosquitoes were collected
The Evanston Township H.S. (ETHS) School-Based Health Center is one of seventeen school based-health centers in Illinois—among 278 in the
The City of Evanston's elm tree inoculation program is under way and some residents have been concerned that the devices could
Fire Chief Greg Klaiber announced today another community partnership to maintain the highest level of customer service to the residents
With the warmer weather now here, dog owners are more likely to take their pets out into the public. Residents
Posted in Park rules and regulations
Now that spring weather has improved, more residents are enjoying City of Evanston parks. Unfortunately, there has been an increase in
The City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department has been awarded over $40,000 in funding for a senior
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl went to Washington, DC Thursday for a series of meetings on behalf of the City’s application
Due to the heavy rain on Sunday, May 29, the locks in Wilmette were opened from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00
Posted in West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus season begins in May and the Evanston Health Department is asking residents to inspect their yards and homes
Evonda Thomas, Director of the Evanston Health Department is requesting for all Long Term Care Facilities and Retirement Communities/ Centers
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the DEET Education Program has announced their “Fight the Bite” Poster Contest
On Thursday, February 17, 2011 the City of Evanston Health Department was contacted by Evanston School District 65 regarding 30
The City of Evanston would like to share with community programs offered by Services for Adults Staying in Their Homes
Registration is now open for the City of Evanston's Women Out Walking (W.O.W.) Program. W.O.W. is a 12 week walking
The City of Evanston is looking to secure additional revenues from non-traditional sources such as corporate, foundation and government resources.
As Evanston recovers from this week’s snowstorm, the City now faces extreme cold temperatures and offers a variety of services
Want to know about the latest Food Recall? Need Food Safety Tips for you next family dinner? The Evanston health
Due to recent concerns regarding the Waste Transfer Station located at 1711 Church Street, the City of Evanston has developed
Posted in Holiday food and toy drive; donations
Donations to the annual holiday toy and food drive sponsored by Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and local community organizations will continue to
Posted in Mental Health
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is offering its free 12 week Family to Family Education Program, Saturdays from
Posted in fitness, in-shape
The Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Fitness Room, at 1655 Foster St., is a bright, beautiful place to work out with everything you
In November 2009, Evanston Police Detective Joseph Bush was severely injured in an accident on his way to work. Detective Bush’s
Posted in Hens; Health
The Evanston City Council recently approved an ordinance (see ordinance here>>> ) allowing residents to keep between two and
Posted in EPLAN, Health
The Evanston Health Department’s Evanston Project for the Local Assessment of Needs (EPLAN) survey should have already arrived in some
Posted in Long term care ombudsman
Audrey L. Thompson has been hired as the City of Evanston’s Long Term Care Ombudsman and begins work today, September
Posted in Health, NSMAD, West Nile Virus
A 66-year-old Evanston resident has been confirmed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) laboratory to have the West
Posted in Highlights
The Fall 2010 edition of "Highlights" will be delivered to residents in the next few days. You can check it
The Evanston Health Department recently completed its second year of its Women Out Walking (WOW) program. Building upon the success
The North Shore Mosquito Abatement District (NSMAD) reported a pool of mosquitoes from Evanston has tested positive for West Nile
