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This email features information about Bike the Ridge, Evanston's Parks Survey, A Bright Night for the Arts, Truck to Table at the Farmers' Market, and more.

News & Events

Annual "Bike the Ridge" Event this Sunday!

Bike the Ridge

Evanston's annual Bike the Ridge event is this Sun., Sept. 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.! Ridge Avenue will be closed to all vehicular traffic between Howard and Church Streets. Enjoy live music by the Evanston School of Rock, food trucks, free bike helmets while supplies last, and bike repairs, registration and decorating.

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Share Your Input on Evanston Parks

Fleetwood-Jourdain Park Playground

Help the City determine priorities and needs for its outdoor parks, beaches and school playgrounds. All Evanston outdoor park facilities are being assessed on measures including cleanliness, safety, physical structures, appearance and functionality. Please complete the brief survey by Fri., Oct. 14.

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"A Bright Night for the Arts" October 6

Bright Night for the Arts

Celebrate Evanston's vibrant arts community at the 3rd annual "A Bright Night for the Arts" on Thurs., Oct. 6, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Rotary International Building. The event will include music, wine, tasty small bites, and great networking opportunities. Tickets are now available for purchase for $25.

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Truck to Table at the Farmers' Market Saturday!

Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market
Photo by Joe Agnew

The Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market's annual "Truck to Table" harvest event is this Sat., Sept. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.! The family-friendly lunch will feature tasty small plates crafted by local Evanston chefs and Market vendors.

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Skilled Trades Program Receives Catalyst Award

Catalyst Award video screenshot

The City and Northwestern University's Skilled Trades Training Program was the recipient of the Catalyst Award at this year's Evanston MashUp! The program connects young Evanston residents with employment and training opportunities at Northwestern.

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Rotary Club Peacefest Weekend 9/23-25

Rotary Peace Fest flyer

The Rotary Club of Evanston will host Peacefest Weekend events Fri., Sept. 23 through Sun., Sept. 25. Enjoy music, meditation, peace talks, interactive games and more at the Family Peace Festival on Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., at the Rotary Friendship Garden. 

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Celebrate the Age-Friendly Evanston Action Plan 9/29

Age Friendly Seniors

Join Age-Friendly Evanston to celebrate the adoption of the Age-Friendly Evanston Action Plan on Thurs., Sept. 29, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Levy Senior Center. Refreshments will be served.

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Ward Meetings

7th Ward Meeting Tonight 9/22

Eleanor Revelle

Ald. Eleanor Revelle will hold a 7th Ward meeting tonight, Thurs., Sept. 22, 7 p.m., at  Northwestern University's John C. Nicolet Football Center, 2707 Ashland Ave.

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3rd Ward Meeting 9/27

Alderman Wynne

Ald. Melissa Wynne will host a special 3rd Ward meeting on Tues., Sept. 27, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., in the Lincoln Elementary School Multi-purpose Room. Members of the Evanston Police Department will discuss recent burglaries in the 600-700 blocks of Hinman, Judson, Forest and Michigan Avenues.

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Volunteer for Evanston Day of Caring October 1

Day of Caring 2016

Help organizations throughout the city as part of the United Way Evanston Day of Caring on Sat., Oct. 1, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Sign up for one of the many volunteer opportunities on the City's new Volunteer Evanston website.

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"Narrative Elements" Opening Reception 9/24

Narrative Elements

An Opening Artists' Reception for "Narrative Elements: the Artwork of Jennifer Presant, Jules von Kunhardt and Sarah Kaiser" will be held Sat., Sept. 24, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center. Admission is free.

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3rd Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes Event 10/2

High Heels

The 3rd annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event raises awareness about the causes, effects and remediation to sexualized violence against women. Join the walk on Sun., Oct. 2, 11 a.m., in Centennial Park.

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City Meetings

Gibbs-Morrison Improvement Project Meeting 9/29

Gibbs-Morrison

Provide your input to finalize the concept plan for the Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center. A public meeting will take place Thurs., Sept. 29, 7 p.m., at the Center.

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