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Read below for information about National Night Out, upcoming community events, 2024 cart-tagging results, and more!
 National Night Out is on Tuesday!
Join the Evanston Police and Parks & Recreation Departments in celebrating National Night Out on Tues., Aug. 6, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Centennial Park. This family-friendly evening will include food trucks, games, a movie, and giveaways!
What's National Night Out? This annual community-building campaign promotes public safety, community partnerships, and neighborhood camaraderie to help make our neighborhoods safer, and more caring.
Enjoy a Starlight Movie: The featured movie, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie will begin at 6 p.m. Remember your blankets and chairs!
 Photo credit: Joerg Metzner
Let's keep our recycling clean and green! 
Once a year, City staff conducts "cart tagging" to help households keep non-recyclable trash out of recycling bins. This year's audit included the Monday collection route. Read an article in the Roundtable featuring Solid Waste Coordinator Brian Zimmerman and review the 2024 Cart Tagging Report to learn about contaminants found in recycling carts this year.
 Photo credit: Joerg Metzner
Summer fun in Evanston!
Shop direct from artists, artisans, and makers: Head to the Maple Avenue Parking Garage on Sunday, Aug. 4 from noon to 5 p.m., to check out the Evanston Made Maker's Market! Discover hundreds of unique and one-of-a-kind, handmade goods like art, craft, wearable, jewelry, and more!
Free community building event: Head to Mason Park between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 2, for the next 'My City, Your City, Our City' First Friday event! This free community building event will feature food, music, activities, raffle prizes, outdoor games, and more!
More News and Events
View a Message from the Mayor
Mayor Biss sent a message earlier this week, encouraging all community members to get involved and embrace the Envision Evanston 2045 project to rewrite our comprehensive plan and zoning code. Check it out!
Construction roundup
Greenleaf/Hartrey Sidewalk and Streetlight Improvement Project: Construction work is scheduled to begin the week of August 5. The work will include installing new sidewalks, curbs, and gutters, updating crosswalks, and more! Learn more.
Road resurfacing project: The City has contracted road resurfacing work on seven street segments throughout Evanston over the next ten weeks. Phase 1 will begin the week of August 5. More info.
📢 Deadline Approaching for Cultural Heritage Awards!
The Preservation Commission is accepting nominations for the new citywide Cultural Heritage Awards Program. This initiative celebrates a broader view of historic preservation, including living heritage, the arts, and intangible cultural heritage. Submit your nominations by August 16.
Potential North Shore Channel bike trail?
The Wilmette Park District has partnered with the City of Evanston to evaluate the feasibility of a potential future trail connecting the Sheridan Road bike lanes to the North Shore Channel Trail at Green Bay Road. Share your thoughts in a community survey, open through August 15.
Celebrate National Black Business Month with the library
All through August, visit the Evanston Public Library to pick up a punch card, visit at least five participating local Black-owned businesses for a punch, and get entered into a raffle for a $50 or $100 gift card. More info.
Let your nature adventure begin!
Get to know Evanston's most amazing natural sites through the Evanston Nature Passport Adventure. Pick up your free Evanston Nature Passport at any Evanston Community Center or library location through August 21!
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Evanston Fire Department maintains top fire protection rating
The Evanston Fire Department announced today that the department's fire protection services were awarded the highest possible rating from the Insurance Services Office, Inc. (ISO). The department received a Class 1 designation award through its Public Protection Classification (PPC) program, which assesses communities' fire protection efforts. The Evanston Fire Department has secured this elite rating since 2018.
Congratulations to our top-notch team at the Evanston Fire Department!
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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