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7th Ward News
Reimagining Independence Park, January 10
Please join us for the first community meeting to reimagine Independence Park on Tues., Jan. 10, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Blue Room of the Chandler-Newberger Community Center, 1028 Central St. We (including the park design team) want to hear your ideas about what you would like to see in the park and what amenities would enhance the neighborhood.
For updates about the project, please visit the project webpage.
Ryan Field - 4th Special Topic Meeting, January 19
Save the date for our fourth “special topic” meeting on Thurs., Jan. 19. This meeting will focus on alcohol sales for consumption in the new stadium facility.
In 2019, the liquor code was amended to allow the sale of alcohol for consumption in university facilities with a seating capacity of 7,000-8,000 persons, i.e., in Welsh-Ryan Arena. The university now intends to seek an amendment to the liquor code to permit the sale of alcohol for consumption in its new stadium.
Watch for a Zoom link for this meeting in the next 7th Ward newsletter.
 Central Street InSidewalk Sale, January 12-14
Enjoy extra savings on holiday, fall and winter clearance items at participating businesses during Central Street Evanston's annual InSidewalk Sale. Shop in-store or online. View the growing list of specials and participating merchants.
 Dr. MLK Jr. Celebration, January 15
The Music Institute of Chicago and the Fleetwood Jourdain Theatre will present a free musical celebration of Dr. MLK, Jr., on Sun., Jan. 15 at 3:00 p.m. at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Ave. The event will welcome fellow Evanston arts organizations and feature remarks by Mayor Daniel Biss and Claire McFarland of the Evanston Reparations Committee. Enjoy music, dance and art, while celebrating Dr. King's legacy. Reserve your free tickets now.
Check out other MLK Day celebrations, including programs hosted by the Evanston Public Library and the Evanston History Center.
 Indoor Farmers’ Market opens January 14
Support Midwest vendors selling your winter time favorites on selected Saturday mornings at the Evanston Ecology Center as a part of the Indoor Farmers' Market series, which kicks off on January 14.
 Winter activities
The Ackerman Park, Foster Park, and Arrington Lagoon rinks are now open for the season. To find out when the outdoor rinks are open or closed, please sign up for rink text/email alerts.
And for information about other winter activities with our Parks & Recreation Department, check out the online Winter Program Guide. You’ll find hundreds of recreation programs, special events, and ways to keep you active.
 Free Financial Preparedness Training, January 12
Register for the City's free Financial Preparedness Training, presented by the Office of Emergency Management, on Thurs., Jan. 12, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Robert Crown Community Center, Room B.
The event is free and open to all. But please register in advance to let the presenters know you will be coming.
 Are you eligible for a reduced water/sewer bill?
Evanston residents who are income-qualified ($35,000 for household of one and $60,000 for household of two) for the Evanston Benefit Card can now receive a reduced rate for water and sewer services provided by the City, effective January 1, 2023.
When to enroll: Enrollment is open January 1 through June 30, 2023.
How to enroll: Bring a copy of your most recent W-2, along with a copy of your lease (for renters), to Parks and Recreation staff at one of the following locations during their office hours:
- Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave.
- Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St.
- Robert Crown Community Center, 1801 Main St.
- Chandler-Newberger Center, 1028 Central St.
Don’t pay a water or sewer bill? Those who qualify will receive an annual payment instead.
Find more information on the affordable water and sewer rate webpage.
Eleanor Revelle
Councilmember, 7th Ward
312-459-0644
erevelle@cityofevanston.org
www.cityofevanston.org
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