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Good afternoon,
Read below for information about the City's MLK Jr. Day event, summer job opportunities, a winter photo contest, and more!
 Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Celebrate Dr. King’s legacy at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre's annual event on Sat., Jan. 13, at Noon. Head to the Fleetwood-Jourdain Center to enjoy community performances from the Evanston Children’s Choir, 1619: The Journey of a People, Gracie Puricelli, and more! Plus, enjoy a keynote speech from Pastor Carlis L. Moody, Jr.
More ways to celebrate: Check out community events hosted by the Evanston Public Library, Northwestern, and Interfaith Action.
 Looking for a great summer job? Start here!
Explore opportunities: Youth ages 14 to 18 can find positions with the City, local organizations, and businesses through the Mayor's Summer Youth Employment Program. Register today for the MSYEP Job Fair on February 17 at the Robert Crown Community Center.
Facilitate summer fun: Our Parks & Recreation Department has already begun hiring for summer positions, including camp staff, sailing instructors, and more. Check out open positions.
Stay tuned for summer lifeguard opportunities.
 Share your Evanston winter pics!
We're hosting a Community Photo Contest to capture the beauty of the season. Over the next two months, send us your favorite photos that capture the soul of Evanston in winter.
How to submit: Email entries to communications@cityofevanston.org with the photographer's name. Please send high-resolution, .jpg or .png photos.
Winning photos: Photos will be selected by the City's Communications Division to be posted on the City's Instagram page through February.
Follow us: If you don't already, follow us on Instagram @cityofevanston.
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Support our local restaurants and businesses
Winter can be a challenging time for restaurants and retail businesses. Your year-round support will help keep our business districts unique and thriving. Head out for a day of strolling through local shops and dinner on the town.
There's still time to vote for Evanston!
Evanston is once again a contender for 'Best Suburb' on the Chicago Reader's Best of 2023 ballot. Cast your vote by January 14 to help us win. Be sure to also vote for other Evanston staples, including SPACE, FAN, Northwestern, Soul & Smoke, Fat Shallot, and Nichols Concert Hall.
Enjoy an art-filled Saturday
Explore Evanston's thriving arts scene this Saturday, as part of First Saturday Evanston, hosted by Evanston Made. Check out studio tours, pop-up exhibits, artist talks, and more.
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.
Mobile DMV and RTA Mobility Services event
Join Senator Fine and Representative Gabel on Sat., Jan. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Levy Senior Center for a Mobile DMV and RTA Mobility Services event. Receive assistance with Driver's License and State ID renewals, update your vehicle registration sticker, and learn about accessible public transit options. Registration is encouraged.
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Adoptable Pet of the Month: Diamond
 Meet Diamond, a playful 45-pound bundle of joy. She loves walks, naps, and playing with rope toys. Diamond comes with a decent amount of training (sit, down, and rollover) and is eager to learn more. Plus, she gets along well with kids, cats, and dogs. What more could you want?
Diamond is even a TV celebrity. She was recently featured live on WGN! Interested in meeting her? Fill out an Adoption Questionnaire at the Evanston Animal Shelter.
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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