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Downtown Evanston Street Parking Updates

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Over the next several weeks, most single-space parking meters in downtown Evanston will be replaced with pay-by-license-plate pay stations. Pay for parking using the free Park Evanston mobile app or complete payment at a nearby station. There’s no need to display a payment receipt on a vehicle’s dashboard, as compliance is monitored electronically.

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'The Whipping Man' Stage Reading On Sunday

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Celebrate Black History Month this Sun., Feb. 10, at 3 p.m., with a free stage reading of "The Whipping Man," by Matthew Lopez, at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center's 2nd Floor Gallery. 

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Fire Explorer Program Open House Tonight

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The Evanston Fire Department will host an open house for its Fire Explorer Program tonight, Thurs., Feb. 7, at 7 p.m., at Fire Department Headquarters, 909 Lake St. Come learn about the coed program, which is designed for students ages 14 to 20 years old.

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North Shore Theater Week February 7-17

North Shore Theater Week 2019


Enjoy a range of theatrical offerings as part of North Shore Theater Week, February 7 through 17. Participating Evanston theaters include The Actors Gymnasium and the Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts.

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Enjoy Community Events at Northwestern In February

Northwestern February


Enjoy community events at Northwestern this month, including art exhibitions, panel discussions, athletic events, concerts, and more.

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Black History Month Featured Evanstonian: Hecky Powell

Hecky Powell

February is Black History Month! Each week, the City will highlight a Black Evanstonian who's made an impact in the local community. This week, Hecky Powell is featured.

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Apply to Evanston's Cultural Fund Grant Program

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Arts organizations are invited to apply to the City’s Cultural Fund Grant Program by Mon., April 1. The program provides financial assistance to not-for-profit arts organizations.

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City Meetings

Special City Council Meeting 2/12

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The Evanston City Council will hold a special meeting on Tues., Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. in the Aldermanic Library to discuss 2019-20 goals. The meeting will be streamed live on Cable Channel 16 and online.

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Robert Crown Community Meeting 2/13

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The City will host a community meeting to provide an update on the Robert Crown Community Center, Ice Complex and Library project on Wed., Feb. 13, 6 p.m., at the Robert Crown Center.

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Mayor Hagerty Town Hall Meeting 2/20

Mayor Hagerty

Mayor Hagerty will host a Town Hall Meeting on Wed., Feb. 20, 7 p.m., at the Evanston Ecology Center.

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Senior Property Tax Exemption Deadline Extended

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The deadline for Evanston residents 65 years or older to apply for senior citizen property tax exemptions has been extended to Fri., Feb. 15.

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Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance at EPL

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The Center for Economic Progress is providing free tax preparation assistance at the Evanston Public Library to income-qualified community members.

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Downtown Evanston Hygge Fest 2/16-22

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Downtown Evanston will host a series of hygge events celebrating coziness, warmth, family, and mindfulness, February 16 through 22. Hygge, pronounced "hue-gah," is a Danish expression that emphasizes finding joy in everyday moments.

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Ward Meetings

5th Ward Meeting 2/13

Robin Rue Simmons

Ald. Robin Rue Simmons will host a 5th Ward meeting on Wed., Feb. 13, 7 p.m., at the Morton Civic Center, Room G300.

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