Friday, November 3, 2023 | View in browser
Good Morning,
Check out this week's Parks & Recreation e-News featuring information about Community Campfires, an Art Swap, the Day of the Dead Celebration, and more!
Community Campfires - Nature At Night
Next stop, Eiden Park! Join the Ecology Center tonight for a Community Campfire from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Spend your evenings this fall season building community with friends, family, and neighbors around a cozy campfire that will move from park to park! Enjoy exploring our parks at night, as we learn about nature in the neighborhood and roast marshmallows. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. To register for this free program, please call the Ecology Center at 847-448-8256 or register online.
Thank you to Campfire Marshmallows for sponsoring this series!
Artist Talk at Noyes Cultural Arts Center
Come out to the Noyes Cultural Arts Gallery on Saturday, Nov. 4, at noon, to hear talk from the local Evanston artist who created 'Charcoal, Tower, and Lightness'.
Natural Landscaping at Home
The North Shore Channel Habitat Project has been transforming sections of the Ladd Arboretum. This program will draw on their experience to offer inspiration and practical ideas for home gardeners. We will talk about principles of bird-friendly landscaping and highlight some native plants that work well in limited space. To register for this program, please call the Ecology Center at 847-448-8256 or register online.
Refresh your art collection at the Art Swap
The Noyes Gallery, in partnership with Evanston Made, is hosting an Art Swap on Saturday, Nov. 4 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free, but you must pre-register. For more information, contact Angela Allyn at 847-448-8263.
The Old Lady Project at Noyes Cultural Arts
Come to the Noyes Cultural Arts Center for The Old Lady Project on Saturday, Nov. 4 at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. when some of Chicago's finest are presenting a staged reading of a comedy. Buy your tickets today.
Wild Weekends - Misunderstood Creatures of Halloween!
Bats, snakes, spiders, and...skunks, oh my! Now that the festivities of Halloween are over, we will meet some amazing and beneficial animals that sometimes get a bad rap during the Halloween season. The Ecology Center will be partnering with a wildlife education organization to meet fruit bats and other misunderstood creatures and learn why it’s important to protect them. You may even get the chance to pet a skunk! Children must be accompanied with a registered adult. To register, please call the Ecology Center at (847) 448-8256 or enroll online.
Enjoy Dia De Los Muertos at the Levy Center
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) at the Levy Senior Center on Sunday, Nov. 5, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. This event features a performance from the Mariachi Sirenas, Chicago's very own all-women mariachi group with charismatic personalities and a love for la música regional mexicana. We will also have several art stations. Admission is free. Thank you to our event sponsor, First Northern Credit Union for their support.
Fall Fermenting & Pickling
After the fall harvest, it is time to preserve foods from our gardens for the winter season! Participants of this class will learn about the science and art of fermenting and pickling vegetables and will test out techniques to take home. To register, please call the Ecology Center at 847-448-8256 or register online.
Fran Randall Concert
The Levy Senior Center Foundation is proud to bring the talents of young, award-winning classical musicians to the Levy Senior Center. The outstanding lineup continues to honor the memory of Fran Randall who loved classical music and played an important role in opening the current center. The concert will take place on Friday, Nov. 17 at 1:30 p.m.
Fall Basketball Classes
Enthusiastic and experienced coaches provide expert and fun instruction in basketball basics: dribbling, shooting, passing, footwork, and teamwork. Register today for basketball classes or call the Chandler-Newberger Center for more information at (847) 448-8252.
Children's Theatre Presents "13 The Musical!"
Tickets are on sale now for the Evanston Children's Theatre production of "13 the Musical" at the Levy Senior Center. The show will run from Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Nov. 19. There will be four total performances by two different casts. Buy your tickets today.
Sponsorship Opportunity - Flapjacks & Flannels
The City's Parks and Recreation Department is excited to host a holiday-themed breakfast event. We will have breakfast for families, a Santa meet and greet, a letter writing station, arts & crafts, and more!
We’re looking for a variety of sponsors to support this event. From food sponsors to craft sponsors, there is a benefit sure to fit your organization’s needs and marketing goals.
Opportunities include social media marketing, recognition on print materials, and a rare opportunity to have your name in our seasonal program guide. The guide is available and viewed by an average of 70,000 community members.
Please reach out to adagostino@cityofevanston.org for more information.
Thanksgiving Basketball Camp
This course is for beginner to intermediate level players. Station-style instruction along with multiple games a day are sure to get your player the repetition and experience they need to take the next step in their development. Register today.
Save the Date - Holiday Grooves & Disco Moves
Come out in your best Ugly Holiday Sweater and get ready to dance to local DJ Michael Stinson playing your favorite disco hits! The first Holiday Grooves & Disco Moves: December 8 Delight will take place on Friday, Dec. 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Levy Senior Center. All are welcome.
Seniors, walk right in!
The Secretary of State's Office has opened a new, walk-in "Senior Only" DMV service temporarily housed in Room G300 of the Morton Civic Center. Seniors will not need appointments, as this walk-in center is specifically designed to meet their needs including Real ID, behind the wheel driving test, and renewals of State ID as well as drivers license.
Light The Night
The City’s Parks & Recreation Department is seeking proposals for solar- and battery-powered, artistic light "installations" to be displayed in Tallmadge Park on January 27. Artists will receive a $150 check for supplies after the event.
We need your input for Starlight Movies in 2024!
We're looking for your movie title suggestions! Please fill out this survey to help us decide what movies to show in 2024.
Call Out for Bands - Starlight Music
We've just opened up the call for musicians for the Starlight Concert Series. If you have a band, act, or group interested in performing, please fill out the application to be considered. More information can be found on our website at cityofevanston.org/starlight.
Accessibility for all
The City of Evanston is committed to promoting a citywide culture of accessibility and inclusivity. To request an accommodation for a program, service, or activity, please call 847-866-2919 to make an ADA service request or fill out a request form online.
Facility Locations and Phone Numbers
Chandler-Newberger Community Center: 847-448-8252
Levy Senior Center: 847-448-8250
Robert Crown Community Center: 847-448-8258
Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center: 847-448-8254
Ecology Center: 847-448-8256
Thanks for reading. Have a great weekend,
The City of Evanston’s Parks and Recreation Team
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