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Good afternoon,
Read below for information about City holiday hours and schedule changes, a Kwanzaa celebration, holiday tree and light recycling, and more!
Plus, vote Evanston for 'Best Suburb' in Chicago Reader's Best of 2023 ballot.
 Changes in holiday schedules and operations
The City has announced changes in service delivery and facility schedules in recognition of the Christmas and New Year's holidays.
Morton Civic Center hours: The Morton Civic Center will be closed on Mon., Dec. 25, and Jan. 1 for the Christmas and New Year's holidays. The Collector's Office will be closed on Fri., Dec. 22 at noon; however, online payments will still be accepted until 4 p.m. The Permit Desk will be closed December 25-January 1 and reopen at 9 a.m. on Tues., Jan. 2.
Refuse collection: No collections will occur on Mon., Dec. 25, and Jan. 1. If the holiday falls on or before your collection day, it is expected that services will be postponed by one day.
311 Center: Evanston 311 will be closed on Mon., Dec. 25, and Jan.1 due to the observed holidays. Service requests can be submitted online 24/7.
 Evanston's 2022 Kwanzaa celebration featuring the Najwa Dance Corps Drummers. Photo by Bria Walker.
The holiday fun continues...
Celebrate Kwanzaa: Monday, Dec. 26, marks the first day of Kwanzaa. Join us for a community celebration at the Robert Crown Center, beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy an Artisan Marketplace, food, an African Drum Circle, arts & crafts, and a performance of 'A Poetic Kwanzaa.' The event will conclude with the traditional first day of Kwanzaa ceremony and candle lighting.
Elves are on the loose: The elves have run off and are hiding around Evanston community centers and parks. Help track them down! Find each elf, snap a photo with them, and email us your photos by December 28 to be entered into a raffle to win prizes. More info.
 There's life after the holidays for trees and lights!
What to do with holiday trees: City crews will pick up holiday trees for recycling on Tues., Jan. 2 through Fri., Jan. 26 on residents' regular refuse pickup days. View tree pickup guidelines.
What to do with burned-out bulbs: Holiday string lighting and extension cords can be dropped off for recycling at the Levy Center, Ecology Center, and Robert Crown Community Center through January 31.
 Spreading holiday joy (and toys)
Last week, the City distributed more than 400 bags of food, and 700 toys and books to Evanston community members in need as part of the Mayor's Holiday Food, Book, and Toy Drive! Plus, $25 Evanston gift cards were given to youth, and $50 grocery gift cards were distributed to each participating family. A big 'thank you' goes out to those who donated this year and to the many staff and volunteers who helped make this happen.
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Paw-sitively essential: register your pet now
As a reminder, 2024 Pet Registration is due December 30. Registering your fur baby not only boosts the chances of a happy reunion if it becomes lost but also doubles as a reminder to renew its annual rabies vaccination.
Serve on a City board, commission, or committee
The City is seeking diverse, interested residents to serve on boards, commissions, and committees and participate in discussions to help shape the future of Evanston. Apply today!
Planning to host an outdoor special event next year?
Find out if a 2024 special event permit is required. Applications are due by January 31.
Movies are back in Evanston! 🎬
Have you experienced the magic of cinema at the new AMC Evanston 12 movie theatre yet? Last week, City staff attended the official sign-lighting event, where the 'Evanston' sign lit up the night. Check out showtimes.
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Vote for Evanston as 'Best Suburb'
 We think Evanston is awesome, let's make sure everyone else knows it too! Evanston is in the running for 'Best Suburb' on the Chicago Reader's Best of 2023 ballot. Make sure to cast your vote to help us win by January 14.
Plus, Evanston's very own Family Action Network (FAN) has been nominated for the Best Lecture Series category.
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading and happy holidays!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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