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SNAP Funding Changes & Local Resources
The City encourages community members affected by changes in SNAP funding to seek support from local resources: cityofevanston.org/snapresources
11/05/2025 2:53 PM
Indoor Farmers' Market Returns
The City has announced the return of the Indoor Farmers' Market at the newly renovated Ecology Center, open from 8 a.m. to noon on select Saturday through April.
11/05/2025 12:58 PM
Pet Registration Forms Due By December 31
2026 Pet Registrations are due by December 31, 2025.
11/03/2025 1:03 PM
Notice of Increased Presence of Federal Agents in Evanston Today
10/31/2025 2:43 PM
Support Evanston Families in Need
Donate Items to the Mayor's Holiday Food, Book and Toy Drive
10/30/2025 4:13 PM
Message from the Mayor: Emergency Food Drive
A group of community activists has come together to organize an Emergency Food and Mutual Aid Drive this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the ETHS Fieldhouse Parking Lot.
10/30/2025 10:41 AM
Evanston’s Response to Federal Agents' Actions
10/27/2025 4:49 PM
Chicago Bulls Community Ticket Program
The Chicago Bulls have teamed up with the City of Evanston to offer discounted tickets to Evanston residents for specified games.
10/30/2025 10:56 AM
Call for Snow Shoveling Program Volunteers
The City is again offering its Snow Shoveling Program this winter to connect older adult residents and individuals with disabilities with volunteers who provide snow shoveling services.
10/27/2025 10:36 AM
Youth Recycling Wrap Competition Voting
Vote for their favorite design by October 31. The winning design will adorn a City of Evanston recycling truck.
10/23/2025 2:31 PM
Leaf Blower Ordinance Temporary Moratorium
10/22/2025 4:26 PM
City Contracting Towing for 2025-26 Winter Season
The City is currently establishing contracts for emergency snow towing for the 2025-26 winter season.
10/21/2025 11:59 AM
“It's the Great Pumpkin Compost” Collection Event
The annual event will take place on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot of the old Morton Civic Center located at 2100 Ridge Ave.
10/17/2025 10:07 AM
Ecology Center Grand Reopening, October 29
The City will host a grand reopening of the Evanston Ecology Center on Wednesday, October 29, at 3 p.m., at the Evanston Ecology Center, located at 2024 N. McCormick Blvd.
10/16/2025 3:02 PM
IDNR Grant Helps City to Revitalize Dempster Street Beach Gardens
The City received a $4,590 grant from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to support the revitalization of garden areas on the south side of the Dempster Street Beach Office at 1251 Lake Shore Blvd.
10/07/2025 1:49 PM
City Manager Releases 2026 Proposed Budget
The Proposed Budget prioritizes and supports housing affordability, climate action & resiliency, economic development, finance & organizational performance, public health & safety, and parks & infrastructure.
10/06/2025 2:37 PM
Mayor's Awards for the Arts Nominations Open
Community members are encouraged to nominate an Evanston artist or arts organization by Monday, October 20.
10/02/2025 12:50 PM
Apply for Cook County's Homeowner Relief Fund
09/29/2025 12:42 PM
Reminder: NO Swimming in Effect, Water Closed, No Lifeguards on Duty
Beaches are closed to swimming; stay out of the water.
09/25/2025 4:55 PM
Community Wellness Reset Initiative
Join in for the first Evanston Community Wellness Reset, a free citywide program designed to inspire healthier lifestyles through workshops led by professional wellness instructors.
09/23/2025 1:32 PM