e-News: Storytelling Festival, Halloween fun, and more!

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This email features information about the Evanston Public Library Storytelling Festival, Halloween festivities, pumpkin composting, budget simulator, and more.

News & Events

EPL Storytelling Festival this Weekend!

EPL Storytelling Festival (Photo by Lynn Trautmann)

Photo by Lynn Trautmann, LT Photo.

Celebrate the art and power of storytelling at the 4th annual Evanston Public Library Storytelling Festival! The festival will take place Fri., Oct. 19 through Sun., Oct. 21 at the main Evanston Public Library and nearby venues in downtown Evanston. All events are free.

Enjoy Halloween Festivities in Evanston

Celebrate Halloween in Evanston! Events include a Spooktacular Fright Night at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, a Preschool Halloween Party at Robert Crown Center, and much more. Evanston's official trick-or-treat hours are 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wed., Oct. 31.

'It's the Great Pumpkin Compost' November 3

Rescue your Halloween pumpkins and jack-o’-lanterns from withering on the front porch or ending up in the landfill by participating in the City's 3rd annual “It's the Great Pumpkin Compost” collection event on Sat., Nov. 3, 9 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot of the Morton Civic Center. Community members can also dispose of plain, clean pumpkins in their City of Evanston food and yard waste cart.

Submit Your Plan for a Balanced Budget

Submit your plan for a balanced City budget using the Balancing Act budget simulator. Results will be collected until Thurs., Oct. 25 with preliminary results presented on Sat., Oct. 27 at a special City Council meeting.

Mayor Hagerty to Host Facebook Live Q&A Today

Join Mayor Stephen Hagerty for a Facebook Live Q&A today, Thurs., Oct. 18 at noon on his Facebook page! Ask questions during the live broadcast or prior to the event.

Businesses Invited to Join Age-Friendly Initiative

The City invites all local businesses to participate in a new Age-Friendly Business Initiative to discover steps they can take to make Evanston a great place to grow up and grow old.

Rodent Control Presentation 10/18

Join the Evanston Health and Human Services Department for an informative discussion on ways to prevent rodent activity in your neighborhood tonight, Thurs., Oct. 18, 6:30 p.m., at the Levy Center.

City Meetings

Special City Council Meeting - Budget 10/27

A special City Council meeting and public hearing on the 2019 Budget will be held on Sat., Oct. 27, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Morton Civic Center. Community members are also invited to meet with City Manager Wally Bobkiewicz and staff to provide their comments and feedback at meetings throughout the city next week.

More News & Events

Early Voting Begins October 22 at the Morton Civic Center

Early voting and voter registration will be available at the Morton Civic Center, Room G300, beginning this Mon., Oct. 22 through Mon., Nov. 5. Election Day is Tues., Nov. 6.

City Seeks Public Comment on 2019 Action Plan

The City’s Housing & Community Development Act Committee is seeking public comment on its 2019 Action Plan. A public meeting will be held Tues., Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Morton Civic Center.

Dia de Los Muertos Celebration 10/28

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at the Levy Center on Sun., Oct. 28 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.! This free event features live music, art stations to make ofrendas, and a costume parade! Food will be available for purchase.

Ward Meetings

3rd Ward Town Hall 10/25

Ald. Melissa Wynne will hold a 3rd Ward town hall meeting on Thurs., Oct. 25, 7 p.m., at Lincoln Elementary School.

9th Ward Meeting 10/25

Ald. Cicely Fleming will hold a 9th Ward meeting on Thurs., Oct. 25, 7 p.m., at Chute Middle School.

Morton Civic Center
2100 Ridge Ave.
Evanston, IL 60201
Call or Text us at 847-448-4311
communications@cityofevanston.org

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