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Evanston Police Department Hosts Open House January 30

EPD chatting


Join the Evanston Police Department for an open house this Mon., Jan. 30, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Levy Center. Meet members of the EPD and hear from the various units of the department, including patrol, investigations, traffic and more. Submit your questions ahead of time by calling/texting 847-448-4311, via online chat, and on social media.

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February is North Shore Restaurant Month!

Evanston restaurant collage
Clockwise from top left: Whiskey Thief Tavern, Peckish Pig, NaKorn Kitchen, and Oceanique


Enjoy a variety of specials and discounts at dozens of Evanston restaurants this February as part of the Chicago’s North Shore Convention and Visitors Bureau (CNSCVB) North Shore Restaurant Month! 

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Reserve a Seat for Le Tour de Noir February 25

Le Tour de Noir logo


Join the Black Business Consortium of Evanston/Northshore for a tour of Black-owned Evanston businesses followed by a free business expo at the Levy Center on Sat., Feb. 25! Sample food, enjoy entertainment, and learn about products and services.

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Summer Camp Registration February 4

Summer Camps


As a reminder, 2017 summer camp registration kicks off next Sat., Feb. 4! Online registration and in-person registration at the Robert Crown Center will be open from 8 a.m. to noon for Evanston residents (zip codes 60201 and 60202 only).

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Provide Feedback on Active Transportation

Downtown Bike Lane


A research team at Northwestern University is collecting information on the mobility patterns of Evanston residents to characterize the role of active transportation, like walking and biking, in different neighborhoods. Please provide your input.

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Special Event Permit Applications Due 1/31

Big Fork Festival

Groups and organizations that wish to hold special events in the City of Evanston in 2017 will need to submit a Special Event Permit Application by this Tues., Jan. 31. The application is available online. 

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Gallery OTR Opening Reception 2/3

OTR gallery art

Join Gallery OTR for an opening reception featuring painters from Janis Pozzi-Johnson's Studio Workshop. The event will take place at Hill Arboretum Apartments on Fri., Feb. 3, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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"Through Darkness to Light" Opening Receptions

Through Darkness to Light


Opening receptions for Jeanine Michna-Bales’ photography exhibit, “Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along the Underground Railroad,” will be held Sat., Jan. 28, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Evanston History Center, and Sun., Jan. 29, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Evanston Art Center.

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District 65 Kindergarten Open Houses Begin 1/31

Colored pencils

District 65 invites families with incoming kindergarten students to a special event series this January through March. Events include kindergarten open houses, information nights, and registration.

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Reminder: It's Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot!

Flu Shot

Influenza activity is increasing nationwide and in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reminds you that it's not too late to get a flu shot!

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