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Good afternoon,
Read below for information about the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program Job Fair, the “It's the Great Pumpkin Compost” Collection event, opportunities to get involved in the City budget, and more!
Plus, see our Halloween costume contest winner!
 Find your perfect summer job – earlier than ever!
Evanston youth ages 14 to 18 years are encouraged to find their perfect summer job by participating in the 2023 Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program (MSYEP). The City is hosting two jobs fairs this year, allowing participants to secure summer employment earlier than ever.
Mark your calendar: The first job fair will take place on Fri., Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Robert Crown Community Center. A second job fair is scheduled for January 6.
Call for employers: Looking to hire some great local talent? Interested employers should complete the 2023 MSYEP Job Request Form by November 7.
Call for participants: Youth must register for the job fair in advance by November 7.
 Go green this Halloween!
Rescue your Halloween pumpkins and jack-o’-lanterns from withering on the front porch (or being eaten by squirrels) by dropping them off to be composted at the 7th annual “It's the Great Pumpkin Compost” Collection event this Sat., Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Morton Civic Center parking lot.
Did you know? Food waste, including plain, clean pumpkins, can also "ride along" in food and yard waste carts with grass clippings and leaves.
 Let's talk about the budget!
The City released its 2023 Proposed Budget, which prioritizes infrastructure investments, climate action and community development.
Get involved: A Budget Town Hall will take place tonight, Thurs., Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. at the Evanston Ecology Center. Stop by to learn and share your input. View our previous Budget Town Hall in Spanish.
Learn about participatory budgeting: Want to play a direct role in spending the City's budget? Now you can, with participatory budgeting! The City has allocated $3 million of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to this process, which will occur from late 2022 into the fall of 2023. Learn more at pbevanston.org, view the participatory budgeting rulebook, or watch our short video.
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From cookies to catalyst!
Congratulations to former Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl, who received the Evanston/Northwestern Catalyst Award at last night's MashUp event! See how Mayor Tisdahl's simple gesture of baking cookies for a new neighbor helped transform town-gown relations in Evanston.
 Cast your ballot!
Early voting for the November 8 General Election will continue through November 7 at the Morton Civic Center, Room G300. View other early voting locations and find your registered polling location for Election Day!
 Mental Health Is Essential
Need help? Resources are available in Evanston!
Take part in community healing
Evanston Cradle to Career, in coordination with community partners, will host a Resilient Evanston Dinner (español) on Thursday, Nov. 10, at 5:30 p.m., and a Mental Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Both events will take place at the Evanston Ecology Center. View the flyer (.PNG) (español) for more information.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Free mental health first aid training is available to help adults who work with teens better identify, understand and respond to mental health issues. The Josselyn Center, with support from NorthShore University HealthSystem, will provide a free training session (.PDF) on December 13. Register by emailing mnash@josselyn.org.
Take advantage of free therapy services
Through the Bette D. Harris Clinic, therapists-in-training, under the supervision of licensed therapists, provide services to help clients seek the mental health care they need. If you think you cannot afford therapy, The Family Institute at Northwestern can help. Call 847-733-4300 today.
COVID-19 Update
Cases: Evanston reported 95 new confirmed COVID-19 cases over the last seven days, compared to 112 for the week prior. The current seven-day moving average of daily confirmed cases is 13.57.
 COVID-19 Community Risk Level: LOW
Hospitalizations: View local COVID-19 hospitalizations.
To date, Evanston has had 17,083 total confirmed cases, and 157 residents have died of illness or complications related to COVID-19. View the City’s interactive COVID-19 dashboard (view on mobile).
Stay up to date on your COVID vaccines
Everyone 5 years and older is strongly encouraged to stay up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Contact your local pharmacy or primary care physician to get your updated Pfizer or Moderna bivalent booster, or visit vaccines.gov to schedule an appointment. If you’re homebound due to a medical condition or are otherwise unable to visit a provider, complete the City's In-Home Bivalent Booster Vaccination Survey.
More News and Events
It's time to fall back!
Don't forget to set your clocks back an hour before going to bed on Saturday night! The official time change is at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6.
There's still time to see "American Son" at FJT
Purchase tickets to see FJT's new play, "American Son," by Christopher Demos-Brown, which follows an estranged interracial couple as they confront their feelings about race and bias. Shows continue on Saturdays and Sundays through November 13.
Plan your art-filled Saturday!
Evanston Made is hosting another First Saturday art extravaganza, inviting everyone to explore Evanston’s thriving arts community! Head out on Sat., Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. using Evanston Made's handy Google Map.
Refugee Resettlement Fund
City Council has approved a Refugee Resettlement Fund to provide arriving refugees in Evanston with basic needs, including assistance with food, clothing, housing, transportation and job training. If you are an eligible Evanston resident or know of a resident who is eligible and not currently receiving assistance from other refugee settlement agencies, please complete this survey (español) to apply.
Claim your child tax benefits by November 15
Time is winding down for eligible families to claim at least $3,000 per child through the federal Child Tax Credit program.
Your electric vehicle may be eligible for a rebate
Applications for the second funding round for the Electric Vehicle Rebate Program are now being accepted and must be postmarked on or before January 31, 2023.
Get Engaged
Community Calendar
- 7th Ward Coffee with the Chief, Nov. 4
- Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market, Nov. 5
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NU vs. Ohio State football, Nov. 5
- Tails About Town Gala, Nov. 5
- Open Dance Project: “Bonnie & Clyde,” Nov. 5 and 6
- Day of the Dead Concert: Marisol La Brava & A Flor de Piel, Nov. 6
- Rembrandt Chamber Musicians: ALL MOZART, Nov. 6
- Produce Mobile, Nov. 8
- Tuesday Repair Cafe, Nov. 8
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YW Culinary Information Session, Nov. 9
- Seesaw Theatre Presents: Inclusive Theatre Festival, Nov. 12 & 13
And the winner is...
 Thank you to everyone who submitted their Halloween costume photos for our Community Halloween Costume Contest! Our staff picked the Level Ballet 8 photo submitted by Chicago Ballet Arts as their favorite. The students, who picked Alice in Wonderland to be this year's theme, put together the costumes themselves.
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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