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 Summer Kickoff Block Party!
The Main Dempster Mile invites you to their Summer Kickoff Block Party and Concert on Friday, June 9 at 600 Main St. Enjoy family time while supporting local businesses, restaurants, and having a great time. Learn more about the their event!
 Central Street's Takeout Picnic
Central Street Evanston invites you all out for a summer eventing on June 22 from 6:30 - 9PM, for their annual "Takeout Picnic in the Park." Come out and grab some takeout from a local restaurant listen to live music from The Oh Yeahs under the lights in Independence Park. RSVP for this summer event!
Hospitality Roundtable
Join the Illinois Restaurant Association, in conjunction with the Cook County Small Business Source for a Hospitality Roundtable on Thurs., June 15 at La Luna starting at 2 P.M. Hear from industry experts, operators and elected officials on topics important to the industry. Learn more!
 Minimum Wage Increase
On May 30, Cook County issued a notice to employees regarding the Minimum Wage Ordinance (MWO). The ordinance is going into effect on July 1, 2023, with the minimum wage increases to $13.70 for non-tipped workers an $8.00 for tipped workers. The updated "Notice to Employees" and "Frequently Asked Questions" documents are available here.
Businesses in the News
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Mas Salud Open!
Mas Salud, located at 720 Clark St, is one of the newest restaurants to open in the downtown. The owner, Micheal Melnick wants to the restaurant to appeal to everyone. Being a mezcal bar, there’s really not any of those right now. So, it’s kind of a niche market we’re trying to tap into,” Melnick said. Learn more about the restaurant!
Meet the new owner of Ahimsa Yoga Studio
Join us as we welcome Kelly Merydith! She is the owner of Ahimsa Yoga Studio located at 614 Dempster St. Kelly was inspired to bring her unique yoga studio brand to Evanston. "We have classes 7 days a week and offer Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, and Restorative classes early mornings to as late as 8:30pm," said Kelly. Book a class today!
Upcoming Local Business Events
 Drive Away Happy: Car Buying Decisions
First Northern Credit Union presents an in-person forum designed to help you make the best decisions on your next car purchase. Join them on Wed., June 14 at 6 P.M. Participants will learn tips and tricks to have the best car shopping experience possible, while also making wise financing decisions. RSVP for the in-person webinar today!
 Ahimsa Grand Opening
Ahimsa Yoga Studio is having their Grand Opening through June 15. Come participate in free classes, raffle prizes and more. They are also offering discounts on membership starting June 15 and have work-study positions available for people who want a free membership.
 Benefit Concert: Funkadesi w/ PrizeFighter
Save the date! On Wednesday, July 19, Evanston S.P.A.C.E. has partnered with Santa for a Day to benefit Evanston's underserved youth in 2023 and beyond!. Purchase your tickets today!
City Initiatives
 City to Host Minority, Disadvantaged, and Women-Owned Business Contracting Fair
The City of Evanston’s Minority, Women, Disadvantaged and Evanston Businesses Enterprises Committee will launch their first Minority, Disadvantaged, and Women-Owned Business Contracting Fair on Tuesday, June 13 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Fleetwood Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St.
The Fair is designed to expand awareness about contracting and procurement opportunities in Evanston for minority, women, disadvantaged, and Evanston business enterprises (MWDEBE). Large, Evanston-based businesses will be in attendance to educate about upcoming contracting opportunities.
For more information, visit cityofevanston.org/MWDEBEFAIR or email MWDEBE@cityofevanston.org with questions.
 Sustain Evanston Program Launch!
In honor of Earth Day, the City launched its reimagined Sustain Evanston Business Incentive Program on Sat., April 22. The program provides a funding tool to assist small business and commercial property owners in implementing sustainability measures that align with the goals of the City's Climate Action & Resilience Plan (CARP).
Grants of up to $25,000 will support sustainability-related projects, including, but not limited to waste management, energy, water, and green infrastructure. Applications will be open through August 31. Apply today!
 Submit your Events for our Economic Development Newsletter!
Are you a registered Evanston based business with an upcoming event? We'd like to help you promote it! We can add your event to our weekly newsletter. See the eligibility requirements for events below:
- Your business must be located in Evanston and registered. If you're not registered, complete your business registration application
- Submission must be an event. We don't promote sales or individual business advertisement
- Submission must include a flyer and website where interested residents can get more information
Send your submission to economicdevelopment@cityofevanston.org with "For Newsletter" in the subject and we will reach out if we have any questions about your event.
Do business with the City of Evanston
Interested in doing business with the City of Evanston? Visit our bids and proposals page to see current Bids, Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ).
Contact the project Purchasing Specialist via email with questions pertaining to the project of interest. Specialist email contact information can be found in the Bid "Questions" or RFP/Q "Questions Regarding RFP/Q" section of the related document; or contact purchasing@cityofevanston.org.
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