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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’
The Evanston Police and Fire Foundation (EPFF) will be holding its Inaugural Golf Outing on Monday, June 17 at
Posted in recreation lakefront beaches
Season beach tokens are available for purchase at the Morton Civic Center and all recreation community centers. Evanston’s five public
The Evanston Wilmette Community Golf Course Association will host golf students who participated in lessons through afterschool programs in
Ridgeville Park District is now accepting pre-orders for its 2013 Farmers' Market. The Ridgeville Park District offers its residents the
Posted in ecology center, events, Sustainability
The Evanston Environmental Association has announced that "Jonas Friddle and The Majority" will headline the 2013 Evanston Green Ball, Evanston's
Posted in recreation
Hundreds of Robert Crown Center's figure skating school students and professionals will perform to music as it relates to
The City of Evanston announces closures and collection schedules for the Memorial Day weekend, which runs from Saturday, May
The Evanston City Council approved the purchase of a 17’ utility boat by the city’s Recreation Division to enhance
City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz announced today a reorganization of the Department of Public Works and Department of Parks, Recreation
Evanston150's Walk 'n' Roll group is hosting a community meeting with local alderman to gather input on "Shared Streets."
Evanston was ranked as one of the top ten cities with the greenest commuting habits in a recent study.
The City of Evanston annually celebrates Earth Day and Arbor Day with activities that support our community’s commitment to
The City of Evanston’s Forestry Division has compiled a list of trees to be removed in the coming months.
The Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program’s annual Job Fair will be held on two Saturdays this year. Evanston youth
Posted in Theatre, youth
Evanston Children's Theatre will present "The Wizard of Oz" at the Levy Senior Center the weekend of April 12-14. Performers
Posted in parks
The City of Evanston and Second Ward Alderman Peter Braithwaite invite the Penny Park neighborhood to participate in a
Posted in Evanston arts festivals
Artists who would like to show and sell their artwork at the City of Evanston's major lakefront summer festivals
Welcome to the inaugural issue of Evanston Life! Over the past several years, the Highlights newsletter and the Arts
Posted in Recreation parks
Additional citizen input regarding the final concept design for the City of Evanston’s Firemen’s Park renovation project is being
Please join the Evanston Chamber of Commerce on March 8 to hear from the Honorable Elizabeth Tisdahl, Mayor of
Posted in arts
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl has announced the recipients of the 2012 Mayor’s Award for the Arts. The Mayor’s Award
Posted in recreation basketball sports
Registration is open through March 4 for Chandler-Newberger Community Center's 20th Annual March Madness 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. Youth in
The City of Evanston invites residents to participate in the 4th Annual Evanston Day in Springfield on Wednesday, March 13,
The City of Evanston's three outdoor ice skating rinks are now officially closed for the season. Typically, the outdoor
Alderman Judy Fiske (1st Ward) invites all Evanston residents to attend a meeting regarding the Evanston Dog Beach, which is
Governor Quinn and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced on January 30 that the City of Evanston was
The Purple Crayon Players proudly presents Finding Your Name, a Winter Creative Drama Workshop. This workshop is recommended for
Posted in arts, Black History Month, theatre
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Piven Theatre are collaborating to celebrate Black History Month with a dramatic reading of one this
Posted in ice skate
As of this morning, all three ice rinks at Ackerman, Baker and the lakefront have good ice with nearly 100%
Posted in summer camps recreation arts ecology sports
The City of Evanston 2013 Summer Camp Guide is now posted online here. Starting January 14, 2013, printed copies will
Groups and organizations that wish to hold special events in the City of Evanston will need to submit a
Aristotle Peers (formerly Peer2Peer Tutors) will offer free tutoring for students in grades K-12 from noon to 4 p.m.
Parks crews have started to flood the three outdoor ice rinks, but at this time the ice is not
Not sure how to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form to apply for college
The City of Evanston will be hosting its third and final session in its series of race dialogues entitled “My Evanston,
Posted in special events
Day of Celebration Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center will
Each year, crews pick up trees beginning the week following Christmas, and continue for five consecutive weeks. This gives
The City of Evanston has announced its hours of operation along with its recycling and refuse schedule for Christmas
Kwanzaa in Fountain Square Dec. 26 - A "Community Celebration of Kwanzaa" will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday,
The City of Evanston mailed out 2013 Animal Registration forms with their 2013 Vehicle Sticker renewal forms. Payment for 2013
In early November, the City of Evanston began collections of food, toys and online donations for the Mayor’s fourth
The 2013 Cultural Fund Grant Program guidelines and application form is now online. Evanston not-for-profit arts organizations whose primary
Teens age 14 years and older as well as adults are invited to participate in a drop-in basketball program from 10:00
Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Kwanzaa
A "Community Celebration of Kwanzaa" will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 at Fountain Square.
The City of Evanston has announced its hours of operation along with its recycling and refuse schedule for Christmas
The Greater Chicago Food Depository's Producemobile is coming to Evanston, and will be offering free fresh fruits and vegetables
The City of Evanston would like to remind residents that a One-day Liquor License is required to sell alcohol
The City of Evanston will be offering all-day free parking in its three downtown self-parking garages for the annual
Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl announced in November that the City of Evanston will be teaming up with several community organizations to
The City of Evanston’s annual firewood sale starts November 3, 2012 at 2310 Oakton St. (between the Recycling Center
In October, Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl held a community meeting seeking public input on ways to address violence in
Besides the gorgeous autumn plants, delicious food and fresh produce available for purchase, the Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market will
Posted in special events shopping
Artists are invited to be part of the "Evanston Homegrown Artists Holiday Bazaar," to be held from 3:00 to
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre will hold an open call for youth age 12 and older and adults for this winter's production
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center are hosting a free inaugural Men’s Day Dinner and Discussion from 6:00 to
Effective immediately, the City of Evanston’s Health Department will no longer be a drop off location for the recycling of
“Building Career Pathways to Sustainable Employment,” a pilot program for Evanston teens and young adults age 18-26 is now
Posted in Youth Recreation
The City of Evanston is extending hours and increasing activities for Evanston youth at several community centers from
The Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Community Center will be hosting its inaugural free Young Women’s Mentoring Luncheon on Saturday, October
Evanston’s very own Noah’s Playground for Everyone has recently won a Reader’s Choice Award in Time Out Chicago Kids’
Flu shots will be available at the Levy Senior Center, on a walk-in basis, for $25 from 9 a.m.
Join us on Sunday, September 30, 2012 for the Annual Bike the Ridge ride! Ridge Avenue will be closed
The City of Evanston, the Evanston Community Foundation and the Evanston Arts Council are collaborating to gather public input on
Staff from the City of Evanston’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department assisted in outreach to help place 84
The City of Evanston is teaming up with District 65 to continue to encourage students and parents to follow
Chainsaw Dupont took the stage on Saturday, August 25 at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center for this year's Summertime
Posted in Arts, Noyes Art Gallery
Citizens’ Greener Evanston’s Fourth Annual Green Arts Show promises to be a lively series of events with artwork juried
Posted in Levy Center, Seniors
A grand celebration will mark the City of Evanston Levy Senior Center facility’s ten-year anniversary. A gala open house
Evanston children, teens and their families are invited to a “Big Draw” to develop imagery for a mural that
Posted in Parks and Recreation
Evanston residents will have a special opportunity to view the annual Perseid Meteor Shower of shooting stars at Lighthouse
Posted in levy
The latest installment of Levy Senior Center News & Events includes information about Enrichment Classes that will start in
Posted in Arts and Entertainment Parks and Recreation
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and The Second City Training Center are presenting a free two-hour improvisational workshop for teens from 1:00
Based on an Evanston150 top-ten idea, the “Market for All Seasons” Task Force has been developing a vision for
Safeway Inc., owners of Dominick’s, were on hand July 18 to present a $25,000 donation to the Grandmother Park
Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre will present the one-woman show, "Truth Be Told," from July 21 through August 5, 2012, at the
Posted in Parks and Recreation Kids Fire and Life Safety Health
A City of Evanston Recreation Division lifeguard rescued a young child at Lee Street Beach on Monday, July 16.
More Summer Youth & Adult Tennis Classes Our second session of youth and adult summer tennis classes will begin
Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
Janet and the Beanstalk, by Kara Roseborough, will premiere at the Evanston Ecology Center on Saturday, July 14. The
Posted in Ethnic Arts Festival
Experience the colors, sounds, tastes, and aromas of other cultures and distant continents at the Evanston Ethnic Arts Festival,
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
Free summer activities are in full swing for youth, teens and young adults. Evanston youth age 13-18 ice-skate for
Please help Evanston stay green! Trees may take 40 to 100 years to mature. Trees that have not been
The City of Evanston, its police department, and school districts 202 and 65 want you to have an enjoyable
With temperatures and heat indices rising, the Evanston Health Department urges all residents to take preventive actions throughout the
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn announced on June 23 that the City of Evanston has been awarded $400,000 to renovate
Posted in fishing, parks, youth
Free summer activities are in full swing for youth, teens and young adults. Weather permitting, open fishing will be
Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre will present the must-see drama, Home, from June 30 through July 15, 2012, at the Noyes Cultural
Posted in arts camp
After 30 years, it’s time for an Arts Camp reunion! Did you ever attend a City of Evanston Arts
Chicago's own Waco Brothers will open the City of Evanston's 2012 Starlight Concert series with a free performance on
Posted in Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre (FJT) is holding a second round of auditions to discover the best gospel singers the City of
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.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre presents Heat, a searing family story that also warms the soul about three generations of African American
Chicagoland’s Bike to Work Week 2012 is June 9-15. To celebrate biking as a healthy and green way to
Join us for this free family event to celebrate sunshine, nature, and community through some of Dr. Seuss's greatest stories,
If your dog has put on a few extra pounds over the winter and spring months, this is the
The City of Evanston announced today the launch of a new tool that will allow residents to sign-up for
Evanston's five public swimming beaches are open seven days a week during the beach season. The 2012 beach season
"Evanston Green Ball" Benefit Friday, May 18 Celebrate going green for a night! All proceeds from this benefit will
Hundreds of Robert Crown Center's figure skating school students and professionals will perform to music from modern stage, film
The community is invited to the next Fran Randall Memorial Concert in the series, which will be held at
Once an elm tree is diagnosed with Dutch Elm Disease, the City of Evanston requires removal of the tree
Posted in Theatre
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre wants to assemble a diverse group of the very best singers that Evanston has to offer! Selected
Hundreds of Robert Crown Center's skating school students and professionals will perform in the 36th annual spring ice show, "Musicals in Motion." Skaters
Access to Fishing kicks off May 5 and runs through September 29, 2012Youth age 5-15 are invited to fish from
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center is hosting their annual afternoon dedicated to youth. Children's Day festivities will take place from 2:00 to
Posted in Farmers' Market
The Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market will celebrate its 37th year when it opens on Sat., May 5. The market will
On April 22, more than one billion people around the globe will participate in Earth Day 2012 and help Mobilize
Posted in Tree City USA honor Arbor Day
Friday, April 27 is Arbor Day in Illinois. In conjunction with Arbor Day, the City of Evanston is proud to
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
Season beach tokens are on sale now at the Morton Civic Center and all community centers. This year, the beach
It’s summer camp registration season, and the City of Evanston might win a prize for some of the most unusual
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
Posted in Tree removal and tree planting EAB Emerald Ash Borer
Following the mild winter and unseasonably early spring weather, the Emerald Ash Borer has been spreading at a rapid pace,
On Monday, March 26, City staff presented the Evanston City Council plans for streetscape projects on Dodge Ave. at Lake
The Evanston Ecology Center, in partnership with the Evanston Environmental Association (EEA), is hosting Evanston’s first Green Film Series. The
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 work of young, emerging Chicago-area artists Megan Diddie, Rebecca George, Saika Kase, and Benjamin Stagl will be exhibited in
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
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
Be sure to reserve a spot in your child’s favorite spring break camp! Registration is available for a wide variety
Posted in Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program
The Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program will conduct community outreach sessions from March 16 through April 13, 2012. The City of
Every winter, the Evanston Ecology Center presents an updated version of a classic tale in a MasterFreeze Theatre production. This year, “Sleeping
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
Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre is holding general auditions for its 2012 summer season from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March
You're invited to gather with friends under a full moon at the Evanston Ecology Center for a night walk through the
Staff from the Evanston Ecology Center has “beaver fever!” They recently discovered trees with fresh chewing marks along the bank
Artists who would like to show and sell their artwork at Evanston's major lakefront summer festivals are invited to submit an
Ruby Jewels, Robert Crown Community Center and Ice Complex’s youth synchronized skating team, took first place in their division at
Posted in summer camps recreation ecology arts aquatics sports children teens
Starting Friday, February 3, Evanston residents can mail their registrations for the City of Evanston’s many popular summer camps. With more than
Black History Month is an observance of the history of the African diaspora in a number of countries outside of
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
The Evanston Children’s Theatre will hold auditions on Tuesday, January 17 and Thursday, January 19 for its spring production of "Peter Pan." Auditions
Groups and organizations that wish to hold special events in the City of Evanston will need to submit a Special
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
Posted in summer camp guide recreation arts ecology sports aquatic
The City of Evanston 2012 Summer Camp Guide is now posted online here. A wide range of camps for
Even though your child's winter break from School District #65 has already started, you can still sign up for camps taking place
This holiday season, City of Evanston crews will pick up trees beginning Dec. 27, 2011, and continue for five consecutive
The 2012 Cultural Fund Grant Program guidelines and application form is now online. Evanston not-for-profit arts organizations whose primary mission is
Your child’s two-week winter break can be Art-tastic! Winter Break Arts Camp’s highlight will be a visit from (and workshop
Posted in winter break camp
Now is the time to start making plans for your child's winter break from school. One of the City of
Every year, one individual and one arts organization of Evanston are recognized for their contributions to the community through demonstration
Posted in green gifting holiday
You can create your own eco-friendly gifts this season! Whether it's for a birthday, Christmas, Chanukah or Kwanzaa, you can
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
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
The City of Evanston is expanding its tree donation program to provide more opportunities for people to keep Evanston a
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
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 children, youth, teens and adults of all ages now can participate in a new, fun activity: roller skating! Starting October 7,
National Public Lands Day (NPLD), September 24, is the nation’s largest hands-on volunteer effort to improve and enhance the public
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
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
Posted in IDNR Grant
The City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department recently received a $90,000 Youth Corps Grant through the Illinois
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
Not only can Illinois LINK card holders use them at the Saturday downtown Evanston Farmers Market, they can get a
Posted in Arrington Lakefront Lagoon Dawes Park
The City of Evanston held a donation recognition event on Wednesday, June 29 at Dawes Park to thank The Arrington
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
The City of Evanston's elm tree inoculation program is under way and some residents have been concerned that the devices could
Posted in swimming beaches
As part of Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl’s Safe Summer initiative to promote safe and fun activities for Evanston teens, the City
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
Due to the heavy rain on Sunday, May 29, the locks in Wilmette were opened from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00
The City of Evanston can help you out when it comes to your next birthday party or special event.
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center held its annual afternoon dedicated to children on Sunday, May 1, 2011. There was face painting, games, food
In addiiton to being designated as a Tree City USA community for the 27th consecutive year, the City of Evanston
Evanston Designated Tree City USA Friday, April 30 is Arbor Day in Illinois. In conjunction with Arbor Day, the City
Hooked on Fishing - May 7 Local fishing enthusiast Dick Peach will present “Hooked on Fishing,” a beginner’s guide to
This Saturday, March 26 at 3 p.m., members of the neighborhood adjacent to Fireman’s Park will present a framed photo
Posted in private elm tree insurance dutch disease
Private elm tree insurance is again being offered to Evanston residents through the City of Evanston’s Park/Forestry Division. While the
Posted in Holiday tree pick-up schedule
This coming holiday season, City of Evanston crews will pick up trees beginning Dec. 27, 2010, and continue for five
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 Holiday tree light recycling
Holiday lights can be dropped off for recycling at the Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd., and Evanston's Main Library, 1703
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 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
2013 update to original story published in 2010: The 2013 tour season will be disrupted by construction on the
