Howard Street Open House Tomorrow
Join the Howard Street Business Association in the first Howard Street Open House on Thurs., Sept. 5, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Get to know the businesses along this fun and eclectic corridor, enjoy some drinks, food, and enter the chance to win grand price if you visit all participating businesses!
YoFresh 5th Year Anniversary Celebration
 Join YoFresh Café this week through Sat., September 7 for daily specials to celebrate its 5th year in Evanston. Visit them at 635 Chicago Ave.
Streets Alive Festival 9/8
 Evanston Streets Alive featuring the Green Living Festival is Sun., September 8, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Main St. from Florence to Chicago Ave.
You’ll enjoy an afternoon filled with delicious food vendors, fun arts & craft activities, exciting games, and numerous local businesses dedicated to a healthy, active and sustainable lifestyle.
Free Entrepreneurial Innovation Classes
 Attend free entrepreneurship classes at the Morton Civic Center, 2100 Ridge Ave., Room 2402, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. There course will be divided in four parts:
- Mon., Sept. 9 - How To Secure Funding From Bankers and SBA Representatives
- Mon., Sept. 16 - What Do entrepreneurs Need To Know About Funding Solutions
- Mon., Sept. 23 - Key Steps For A Successful Enterprise
- Mon., Sept. 30 - Entrepreneurial Motivation
No registration is required. For more information, please call 888-406-2111.
This event is sponsored by Creative Capital Corp, F.E.S.I.I. Green Kiva Lighting, and the City of Evanston Economic Development Division.
First Northern Credit Financial Education Series: Digital Financial Services
 Join Northern Credit Union on Tues., September 10, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at 1706 Sherman avenue to learn the fundamentals of electronic banking. Space is limited, registration is required.
Evanston Wine Walk 9/12
Stroll along the Main-Dempster Mile, stopping and sipping at shops along the way!
Ticket price includes wine samplings at participating shops on your route. NEW THIS YEAR: Buy an additional ticket to the "Taste of the Mile" Dinner Party.
A portion of proceeds from the Wine Walk will benefit our 2019 Charity Partner, Rainbows for All Children.
'Kits, 'Cats and Kids Block Party 9/12
 Evanston residents of all ages are invited to celebrate the back to school season at the 'Kits, 'Cats and Kids Block Party! Join us on Thurs., September 12, 4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Sherman Ave. and Davis St. to enjoy games, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities, live music, the ETHS and NU Marching Bands, rousing pep rally-style speeches, and many delicious dining options!
Tickets Available for Evanston MashUp 9/18
Join the Evanston Chamber of Commerce on Tues., September 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Northwestern University behind the Norris center, 1999 Campus Dr.
Enjoy a late summer evening in the big tent with amazing food, great music, and the eclectic and electric essence of our community.
Save the Date: Evanston Oktoberfest 9/29
 Join Downtown Evanston for the 5th annual Evanston Oktoberfest on Sun., September 29, noon to 6 p.m.! Come out with friends and family to enjoy an afternoon of beer tasting, delicious local food, live music and traditional Oktoberfest fun!
New Parking Maps for Business Districts
 The City of Evanston's Parking Division has released updated parking maps for Central Street, Downtown Evanston, and the Main-Dempster Mile business districts. If you want to learn more about parking in Evanston, please click the button below.
BUSINESS RESOURCES
Become a Sustain Evanston Business
Looking to make your business greener? Sustain Evanston recognizes businesses that take actions to reduce their environmental impact. Eligible Evanston businesses must implement at least 10 of the sustainable actions listed in the program checklist. Participating businesses also receive a cash incentive!
Lending for Evanston and Northwestern Development (LEND)
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LEND is a student-run, microfinance organization that empowers entrepreneurs in Evanston to build businesses, create jobs, and reach financial self-sufficiency. Learn more about this organization and how it can help your business! |
Employer Credit for Paid Family and Medical Leave
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If you provide paid family leave and medical leave for your employees, you may be eligible for a tax credit. For more information, click below. |
Harper College and the Illinois Small Business Administration
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Harper College provides no-cost confidential consulting for small and home-based businesses. Schedule an appointment to receive expert help an advisor. The Illinois SBDC has also partnered with local firms in Law, Accounting/Tax and Prototyping to offer you free expert help.
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SCORE at the Evanston Public Library
Let a SCORE mentor work with you one-on-one to help with your business challenges. Register in advance at https://northchicago.score.org or by calling 224-372-3432. Mentoring is available on Wednesday afternoons and Thursday evenings at the Main Library, 1703 Orrington Ave., West Conference Room.
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