e-News: Starlight Concert and Movies, construction projects update, and more!

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This email features information about upcoming Starlight Movies and Concerts, FJT's "Sweet," Capital Improvement Program projects, and more.

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"The Secret Life of Pets" at Ryan Field Tonight and "Jumanji" at Penny Park August 1

Starlight Movie at Penny Park


The City's Starlight Movies in the Park series kicks off at 7 p.m. tonight, Thurs., July 20, with The Secret Life of Pets at Ryan Field (gates open at 6:15 p.m.). The series continues through Sat., Aug. 26 in Evanston parks with interactive family activities from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and movies shown at dusk. Jumanji (1995) will be screened at newly renovated Penny Park on Tues., Aug. 1. Admission is free. Movies are canceled in inclement weather.

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FJT's "Sweet" on Stage through July 30

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Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre's Summertime Season continues with Sweet, by Harrison David Rivers. Sweet is a coming-of-age story about the sacrifices we make to hold on to the ones we love. Performances take place Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. through July 30 at the Noyes Cultural Arts Center.

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Starlight Concert July 25 at Mason Park

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Lynne Jordan & The Shivers will perform blues, jazz, funk and rock on Tues., July 25 at Mason Park. Interactive family activities will occur from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. and the concert will begin at 7 p.m. Mason Park is located at the intersection of Church Street and Florence Avenue.

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Update on Capital Improvement Projects

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Construction season is here! The City's Public Works Agency has provided an update on major Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects in Evanston, including construction on Chicago Ave. and Sheridan Rd., Emerson/Ridge/Green Bay improvements, Fountain Square, Penny Park renovations, and more.

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Evanston Odyssey Public Art Reception 7/20

Evanston Odyssey


Attend an unveiling and reception for Evanston Odyssey, a sculptural installation by local artist Jill King-Wynn, tonight, Thurs., July 20, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Morton Civic Center.

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Enjoy a Cup of Coffee with Evanston Police 7/21

Coffee with a Cop

Chat with members of the Evanston Police Department's Problem Solving Team over a free cup of coffee this Fri., July 21, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., at Curt's Cafe North, 2922 Central St.

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Evanston History Center Ice Cream Social 7/22

EHC Ice Cream Social

The Evanston History Center will host its family-friendly, summer favorite event, the Annual Ice Cream Social, this Sat., July 22, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at the Dawes House. This event is entirely free and open to everyone. Enjoy music, magic, ice cream and more!

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Ward Meetings

5th Ward Meeting Tonight

Robin Rue Simmons

Ald. Robin Rue Simmons will hold a 5th Ward meeting tonight, Thurs., July 20, 7 p.m., at the Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center.

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3rd Ward Meeting 7/27 

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Ald. Melissa Wynne will hold a 3rd Ward meeting on Thurs., July 27, 7 p.m., at Chiaravalle Montessori School.

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Housing Survey Seeks Input on Current and Future Needs

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Evanston's Age Friendly Task Force is gathering information on people's current housing situation and potential future needs as they age. Confidential surveys are available in English and Spanish through Fri., Aug. 11.

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Evanston Fire Department Remembrance Ceremony 7/22

Fireman's Park Memorial

Three Evanston firefighters and other first responders nationwide who have lost their lives in the line of service will be remembered this Sat., July 22 at 10:30 a.m. at Fireman's Park, located at Maple Ave. and Simpson St.

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City's Electricity Aggregation Program Begins 8/1

Green Earth

ComEd mailed a letter to many residents this week alerting them that their electricity supply is being switched to Dynegy Energy. The City has partnered with Dynegy to provide participating residents and small businesses with 100 percent renewable energy beginning August 1.

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Cook County Minimum Wage and Sick Leave Ordinance Information Session 7/27

Chamber

The Evanston Chamber of Commerce will host a Q&A forum with the Cook County Commission on Human Rights on Thurs., July 27, 6 p.m., at One Rotary Center. Free admission; RVSP requested.

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