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This email features information about the Evanston CommUNITY Picnic, Parking Amnesty Program, a new Divvy Bikes station, and FJT concerts and gala.


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Evanston CommUNITY Picnic this Sunday!

CommUNITY Picnic


Celebrate Evanston, diversity, and going back to school at the 2017 CommUNITY Picnic this Sun., Aug. 20, noon to 4 p.m., in Ingraham Park! Activities will include 3-on-3 basketball, face painting, balloon art, a photo booth, free food, live entertainment from the Jesse White Tumblers and Suite Molly Seven, and much more! Ingraham Park is located just west of the Morton Civic Center.

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Avoid Additional Fees with One-time Parking Amnesty Program through September 30

Cars


Drivers who owe outstanding parking tickets to the City can avoid paying additional fees during a one-time parking ticket amnesty program through September 30. Any fees assessed beyond the original citation amount will be waived, and only the original amount of the ticket will be due.

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New Divvy Bikes Station at Chicago/Dempster!

Divvy Bikes station on Chicago Ave.


Evanston has a new Divvy Bikes station on Chicago Avenue just north of Dempster Street! In addition, the Divvy station near the Central Street CTA stop has been moved to the north side of Central Street, adjacent to Fire Station 3. See the online map for station locations and bike availability.

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FJT's Season Concludes with "Lady Day...," Two Concerts and a Gala Fundraiser!

Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill by Basil Clunie
"Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill," photo by Basil Clunie


Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre’s 2017 Summertime Season will conclude next weekend with two amazing concerts on Thurs., Aug. 24 and Fri., Aug. 25, and a “Wine and Dine” Gala Fundraiser on Sat., Aug. 26. Plus, only four performances remain for FJT's production of "Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill." Get your tickets today!

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Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival August 18-20

Art & Big Fork logo


Sample local food and drinks, listen to live music, and view works from more than 130 artists at the Evanston Art & Big Fork Festival beginning this Fri., Aug. 18 through Sun., Aug. 20 in downtown Evanston!

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Submit Mayor's Award for the Arts Nominations

Evanston Arts Council logo

Do you know an individual or arts organization that has accomplished something exceptional artistically, or in terms of equity, empowerment and accessibility in the arts in Evanston? Nominate them for the 2017 Mayor's Awards for the Arts by Fri., Sept. 15!

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Starlight Movie "Grease" Sing-Along 8/19

Starlight Movie at Penny Park

Sing along to your favorites from "Grease" during a special Starlight Movie this Sat., Aug. 19 at Robert Crown Park. Family activities begin at 7 p.m. and the movie starts at dusk.

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Ward Meetings

5th Ward Meeting 8/17

Robin Rue Simmons

Ald. Robin Rue Simmons will host a 5th Ward meeting tonight, Thurs., Aug. 17, 7 p.m., at the Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center.

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9th Ward Meeting 8/24

Cicely Fleming

Ald. Cicely Fleming will hold a 9th Ward meeting on Thurs., Aug. 24, 7 p.m., at Pope John XXIII School, and Sat., Aug. 26, 9 a.m., at Fire Station 2.

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Save the Date: "Jalisco en Evanston" August 31

Jalisco


Mark your calendar! "Jalisco en Evanston" is Thurs., Aug. 31, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. This year's event will be held in a new location: the main auditorium at Evanston Township High School. Admission is free.

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Citizen Police Complaint Assessment Committee

Morton Civic Center

Mayor Hagerty has established a nine-member Citizen Police Complaint Assessment Committee to report back to the Human Services Committee in May 2018. Interested residents are encouraged to apply.

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Evanston Public Library Eclipse Party 8/21

solar eclipse

The Evanston Public Library will host an Eclipse Viewing Party on Mon., Aug. 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Although the eclipse viewing portion of the event is full, community members can still drop by for crafts and activities.

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Other Meetings

Canal Shores Update 8/17

Bird

Attend a presentation on the progress developing a habitat restoration and land use plan for the Canal Shores Golf Course tonight, Thurs., Aug. 17, 7 p.m., at American Legion Evanston Post 42. 

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