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News & Events

Starlight Concert at James Park on Tuesday

Radio Free Honduras, fronted by Honduran legend Charlie Baran, will perform this Tues., June 6, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at James Park during the first Starlight Concert of the summer! Join Levy Center staff before the concert from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. for activities for all ages.

Ice Cream Social and Piano Concert June 9

Join us at 1:30 p.m. this Fri., June 9 for Mark Damisch’s annual piano concert as he gets ready to tour this summer. After the concert, there will be ice cream with lots of toppings! The cost is $3 for Levy members, and $8 for guests.

Congratulations to Spelling Bee Winners!

 
Evanston seniors are as whip smart as ever when it comes to spelling. Twelve contestants participated in the 2017 Senior Spelling Bee on Sat., April 22, and everyone had a good time. There were seven rounds of words prepared, with each round a bit more difficult than the previous one. The winning word, shrievalty (from shrieve: sheriff; a municipality governed by a sheriff) was given in the sixth round.

Congratulations to winners Lewis Koppel (left), 1st place, and Gary Wisby (right), 2nd place. The two finalists — both from Evanston — will compete at the regional Senior Spelling Bee at the Levy Senior Center on Fri., June 16 at 1:30 p.m. Come and watch the drama!

Thank you to our guest judges:

City of Evanton Long-term Care Ombudsman Audrey Thompson, Chief Judge

5th Ward Alderman Delores Holmes, Judge

Arden Courts of Northbrook Marketing Director CeCe Thomas Isenman, Judge

Levy Lecture Series

Stealing the Show: African American Performers and Audiences in 1930s Hollywood June 13

On Tues., June 13 at 1 p.m., Dr. Miriam Petty, will explore the complex relationships between black audiences and black performers during the 1930s. Dr. Petty, an assistant professor in the Department of Radio, Television and Film at Northwestern University, will focus on five performers whose careers flourished during this period and will show us how these actors were able to ultimately “steal the show.” In addition to showing film clips, Dr. Petty will discuss how their work is still relevant today. Due to space limitations, pre-registration is required. Register online, by phone at 847-448-8250, or in person at the front desk.

Secretary of State Super Senior Day June 16

Super Senior Day is a convenient and voluntary program for driver's license renewal, which includes Rules of the Road classroom instruction and a vision screening exam. On Fri., June 16, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the Rules of the Road Review Course will be offered, including a review of safe driving techniques and Illinois driving laws. You must pre-register by calling 847-448-8250; space is limited.

A Secretary of State Mobile Driver Services Unit will be available June 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for participants to renew their driver’s licenses. An identification card can be obtained for $20. However, if you're age 65 or older you may obtain a free, non-expiring State of Illinois photo ID card. Drivers age 75 and older are required to take a driving test to renew their driver’s licenses and therefore must visit a Secretary of State Driver Services facility.

Ice Cream Soda Day June 20

Join fellow Levy Center members on Tues., June 20 at 1:30 p.m. as we slurp up this frothy wonderment with a stripy straw! If weather permits, we'll enjoy our treat in the sunshine of the garden. Please register in advance at 847-448-8250.

Get Crafty: Classes Begin Next Week

See the Levy Newsletter for more details about the classes below. Clay Hand Building & Glazing Using a variety of clay, tools and methods, learn how to hand build and let your imagination run free. Use our slab roller and extruder for clay hand building and glazing. Classes are on Mondays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., June 12 through July 31. (#524603) Craft Quickie During this eight-week craft class, you'll create several day projects, including tile painting, bottle melting, papermaking, decorative wire bugs and shaving cream paintings. Classes meet on Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, June 14 through August 2. (#524605)   Jewelry/Glass Fusion Come explore the art of glass fusion. You'll learn how to make paperweights, dishes, sun catchers, jewelry and pictures. Classes are Wednesdays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., June 14 through August 2, or Thursdays, 10 a.m. to noon, June 15 through August 3. (#524148)

Shopping Day with the Levy Center Bus on Tuesdays, June 6 through August 1

A pilot program hosted by the Levy Senior Center will feature a new route with an additional shopping day on Tuesdays beginning June 6 through August 1. The Levy Bus will transport shoppers to and from Evanston Plaza (Dempster/Dodge), which houses Valli Produce, Dollar Tree, restaurants and more. The bus route will begin at 11 a.m. and return at 1:30 p.m. to pick up shoppers. The Wednesday shopping day to Food 4 Less on Main Street and the Jewel-Osco on Howard Street will continue without interruption. 

What Else is Happening at the Levy Center?

See the May-July Levy Newsletter for more programs and events. Questions? Please call the Levy Center at 847-448-8250.