e-News: State of the City Luncheon, Robert Crown Center Update, and More!

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This email features information about the Mayor's State of the City Luncheon, Robert Crown Community Center progress, MSYEP Job Fair opportunities, yard waste and refuse cart replacement, and more.

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Mayor's State of the City Luncheon March 18

Mayor State of the City (Bordeaux Studio)
Photo courtesy of Bordeaux Studio

Join the Evanston Chamber of Commerce on Fri., March 18 to hear from Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl as she delivers her State of the City Address to the community and recognizes the economic growth and vitality of the city. Reserve your seat!

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Progress Update on New Robert Crown Community Center and Branch Library

Robert Crown Center rendering

The City and the Evanston Public Library are excited to share the progress being made on the creation of a new Robert Crown Community Center and Evanston Public Library branch.

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Apply Online for MSYEP Job Opportunities!

MSYEP Job Fair prep

More than 40 employers providing summer and year-round employment will be present at the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP) Job Fair on Sat., March 12, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at ETHS! Youth are highly encouraged to apply online to expedite their process at the Job Fair. 

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City Replacing Damaged and Older Model Sanitation Carts in Wednesday Pick-up Zone

Yard Waste cart

The City is replacing damaged and older model yard waste and refuse carts as part of a free, one-time exchange program. The next phase of the project will include residents whose normal refuse pick-up day is Wednesday, and is expected to be completed from Thurs., March 3 to Fri., March 18.

Celebrate Drinking Water Week with Art, Photo Contests

Drinking Water Week Art by Maggie Huerta
Artwork by Maggie Huerta

The City is hosting a 3rd grade art contest and high school Instagram contest to celebrate National Drinking Water Week. Winners will receive four free beach tokens for the 2016 season! Submissions due by Mon., March 14.

Reminder: No Political Yard Signs on Public Property

Vote signs

Residents, candidates, campaign staff and volunteers are reminded that City ordinance prohibits the placement of political yard signs in right of ways and on public property, including street corners and the area between the sidewalk and the street.

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Check Out EPL's Big Book Sale this Weekend!

Big Book Sale shopper

Looking for great gifts or your next great read at crazy low prices? Don’t miss the Evanston Public Library's Big Book Sale from Fri., March 4 through Sun., March 6. 

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Pulitzer Prize Finalist to Share Inspiring Story on March 9

Luis Urrea

Author Luis Alberto Urrea, author of "Into the Beautiful North" and a Pulitzer Prize finalist, will share his inspiring story on Wed., March 9, 7 p.m., in the ETHS auditorium. This event is part of the Evanston Public Library's "The Big Read" program.

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Davis St. Metra Station Ticket Office Temporarily Closed

Metra

The ticket office at the Davis Street Metra station is temporarily closed until further notice. Trains servicing the Davis Street Metra station will not be impacted during the ticket office’s closure. 

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"Reinventing Landscapes" Exhibit Debuts 3/6

Reinventing Landscapes exhibit art

An opening reception for "Reinventing Landscapes" will take place on Sun., March 6, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., in the 2nd floor gallery of the Noyes Cultural Arts Center. Admission is free; light refreshments will be served. Another exhibition, "Intimate Connections," is also hosting an opening reception at the same time in the Center's 1st floor gallery.

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