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Save the Date!

7th Ward Meeting September 21

Planning ahead...I have reserved the Ecology Center multi-purpose room, 2024 McCormick Blvd., for a 7th Ward meeting on Thurs., Sept. 21, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Topics on the tentative agenda include Evanston's new Equity Plan, Evanston Fire Department services, and a preview of the 2018 Sheridan Road Improvement Project (for Sheridan Road between Lincoln Street and the Wilmette border).

Watch for more details in September. (And if you have a topic suggestion for a future ward meeting, please let me know at erevelle@cityofevanston.org).

Drinking Fountain Replacement Update

The drinking fountain at Independence Park is being replaced and should be back in service in time for the parade on Tues., July 4. In McCulloch Park, the meter and other parts of the drinking fountain have been replaced, the water has been tested, and it is safe to turn the fountain on again. 

July 4th Festivities and Fireworks!

Enjoy playground activities, a parade, a concert, fireworks and much more on Tues., July 4 as part of the Evanston Fourth of July Association’s Independence Day celebration!

Activities
Events will begin at 9 a.m. with roller skating and refreshments at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center and family playground activities at seven locations across the city. Children age 12 years and younger are also invited to take part in a half-mile fun run at 12:45 p.m. at Ackerman Park, located at Central St. and McDaniel Ave. Register online in advance or on race day from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Parade
The Evanston 4th of July Parade begins at 2 p.m. on Central St. at Central Park Ave. and travels east to Ryan Field. This year's parade theme is "Evanston's Heroes Are America's Heroes: Our First Responders."

Concert & Fireworks
The Palatine Concert Band will perform at Dawes Park from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Lakefront fireworks set to music will begin at approximately 9:30 p.m.; tune in to FM 90.5. Fireworks are visible from most lakefront parks.

Evanston Recycles at ETHS July 8

The City's annual "Evanston Recycles" event will take place on Sat., July 8, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Evanston Township High School,1600 Dodge Ave. This free "drive up, drop off" event is your opportunity to recycle a wide variety of items, dispose of old medications, and securely shred documents.

Cars should enter on Church St., west of Brown Ave. Follow the signs and remain in your car while City staff members unload your items.    

Central Street Sidewalk Sale July 13-16

Businesses in the 1700 to 2200 blocks of Central St. will offer discounts, food and other delights in this annual north Evanston event. The sidewalk sale will be held Thurs., July 13 and Fri., July 14, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sat., July 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and some businesses will extend the sidewalk sale on Sun., July 16, from noon to 4 p.m. There will be live entertainment in Independence Park as well as strolling performers throughout the shopping district.

Movie Night at Ryan Field July 20

Bring the whole family to Ryan Field,1501 Central St., on Thurs., July 20, for a showing of The Secret Life of Pets. The quiet life of a terrier named Max is upended when his owner takes in Duke, a stray whom Max instantly dislikes. Gates open at 6:15 p.m. and the movie begins at 7 p.m. This event is free to the public. 

View the City's Starlight Movies in the Park series schedule.

Northwestern University Community Picnic July 22

Everyone is invited to NU’s annual Community Picnic! The event is on Sat., July 22 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Norris University Center's East Lawn, 1999 Campus Dr. Bring the whole family and enjoy free food and entertainment. If it happens to rain, the festivities will move inside Norris Center. Please RSVP by Wed., July 19.

GreenBuilt Home Tour July 22-23

The 5th annual GreenBuilt Home Tour on Sat., July 22 and Sun., July 23 will feature exceptional, award-winning and nationally-recognized homes throughout the Chicagoland area that highlight attractive, affordable and sustainable building practices, including Evanston’s first LEED-certified home.

Career Workshop for Veterans July 25!

RSVP by July 14!

Northwestern University will host a Career Workshop and Hiring Event for Veterans on Tues., July 25, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Norris University Center, 1999 Campus Dr. 

Highlights of the event include:

• Networking with NU's HR Talent Acquisition professionals and hiring managers regarding open positions
• Hands-on, individualized resume review
• Mock interviews to enhance interview techniques
• Workshop presented by Veterans Forward, National Able Network

RSVP to eeo@northwestern.edu — or call 847-491-7458 — by Fri., July 14. Provide your name, e-mail address and phone number.

World Chicago Homestay Program

World Chicago will host over 30 international emerging leaders for short-term educational and cultural exchange programs this summer sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. Groups coming to the area will include high school students and young professionals. All participants stay with local families to learn more about American culture.

World Chicago is seeking host families for these programs: July 20-26 (young members of Parliament from Ukraine); July 20-August 3 (Iraqi high school students); August 13-21 (U.K youth). For more information, please contact Brian Peckrill at bpeckrill@worldchicago.org or 312-254-1800 x100.

NU 2017 Home Football Schedule

• Sat., Sept. 2, 2:30 p.m., Nevada
• Sat., Sept. 16, 6:30 p.m., Bowling Green
• Sat., Oct. 7, 11 a.m., Penn State (Homecoming)
• Sat., Oct. 21, TBD, Iowa
• Sat., Oct. 28, TBD, Michigan State
• Sat., Nov. 11, TBD, Purdue (Family Weekend)
• Sat., Nov. 18, TBD, Minnesota