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Enjoy "Jalisco en Evanston" Tonight!

Jalisco dancing

Listen to live mariachi music, enjoy folkloric dance performances and shop for artisan crafts at the 5th annual "Jalisco en Evanston" event tonight, Thurs., Sept. 1, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Levy Center! Food will be available for purchase.

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'Kits, 'Cats & Kids Block Party September 15!

'Kits, 'Cats & Kids collage

Save the date for Evanston’s ’Kits, ’Cats and Kids Block Party! The free event will take place Thurs., Sept. 15, from 4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Sherman Avenue and Clark Street. Enjoy games, arts and crafts, family-friendly activities, live music, a performance from Beatles cover band Kaleidoscope Eyes, the ETHS and NU Marching Bands, special guests, and plenty of food trucks and dining options!

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Get Your Tickets for the Evanston MashUp September 13

MashUp logo

Mix, mingle and mash it up at the Evanston Chamber of Commerce's annual MashUp event on Tues., Sept. 13, 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Northwestern University! The MashUp is a starlit evening of conversation and connections with a wide range of characters—from entrepreneurs to executives, artists to accountants, and City leaders to CEOs. Enjoy amazing food, great music, and the eclectic and electric essence of our community.

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Sign Up for Day of Caring Opportunities Using the New Volunteer Evanston Website!

Day of Caring 2016

In an effort to increase collaboration, connections and relationships among local community organizations and residents, the City is excited to announce the launch of a new and improved VolunteerEvanston.org website! Volunteers are encouraged to register on the website to sign up for United Way Evanston Day of Caring opportunities on Sat., Oct. 1. 

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EPD Alerts Residents to Recent Motor Vehicle Thefts

EPD Vehicle Theft Video screenshot

The Evanston Police Department is alerting community members about a recent increase in motor vehicle thefts. Watch the video to find out what you need to know.

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Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market 9/3

Farmers' Market

Visit the Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market, located at Oak Avenue and University Place, this Sat., Sept. 3, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Stop by the City of Evanston tent to take a brief survey about what you're looking for in the farmers' market.

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EHC "Burnham in Evanston" Walking Tour 9/3

Architectural Walking Tour

Join the Evanston History Center for the "Burnham in Evanston" Walking Tour this Sat., Sept. 3, at 11 a.m. Stroll through the neighborhood where architect Daniel Burnham chose to live, work and build. Reservations are recommended.

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Ward Meetings

1st Ward Meeting 9/6

Fiske

Ald. Judy Fiske will host a 1st Ward meeting on Tues., Sept. 6, 7 p.m., in the Community Meeting Room of the Evanston Public Library.

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2nd Ward Meeting 9/8

Braithwaite

Ald. Peter Braithwaite will host a 2nd Ward meeting on Thurs., Sept. 8, 7 p.m., at the J.E.H. Education Center.

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Labor Day Refuse Collection, Beach and Facility Schedules

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The City has announced refuse collection, facility and beach schedules for the Labor Day holiday weekend. No refuse collections will occur on Mon., Sept. 5; all collections will occur one day later in the week.

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Free Access to Fishing in Lovelace Park 9/3

Fishing Frenzy

Drop by Lovelace Park every Saturday through September from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the free Access to Fishing program. Children age 4 and up will be introduced to the "catch-and-release" process.

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Step Up for Youth 5K and 10K Walk/Run Events 9/11

Step Up for Youth logo

Participate in the Step Up for Youth 10K run or 5K non-competitive run/walk along Evanston's lakefront in Centennial Park on Sun., Sept. 11, at 7:30 a.m. All proceeds benefit the Dajae Coleman Foundation. 

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City Meetings

James Park Community Meeting 9/1

A community meeting regarding water quality issues in the James Park neighborhood will be held at Dawes Elementary School tonight, Thurs., Sept. 1, at 7 p.m.

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