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Good Morning,
Check out this week's Parks & Recreation e-news featuring information about fall registration, free activities, movies and concerts, and more.
 Fall Program Registration Open!
Registration for our Fall programs is open for Evanston residents and opens at 9 a.m. on August 19 for non-residents (including Skokie residents). Check out our program lineup in the Fall guide and register.
 Family Campfire - "Stories of the Stars": August 16 & 17
Date: Friday, August 16 and Saturday, August 17
Time: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Lighthouse Beach
Cost: $9 residents/$12 non-residents
Registration: 847-448-8256 or register online
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Afternoon Movie—Wonka (2023): August 17
Date: Saturday, August 17
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Robert Crown Fields 1 & 2
Cost: Free
Family Fun Fest: August 17
Date: Saturday, August 17
Time: 12 - 4 p.m. (skating from 2 - 4 p.m.)
Location: Robert Crown Center
Cost: Free
More information
 Back-to-School Forest Therapy: August 20
Date: Tuesday, August 20
Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 9 - 13 with an adult
Location: Lighthouse Beach Fog Houses
Cost: $18 residents/$24 non-residents
Registration: 847-448-8256 or register online
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 Nature Tots & Tunes: August 22
Date: Thursday, August 22
Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Eiden Park
Cost: Free
Registration: 847-448-8256 or register online
Ivy Ford Blues Band: August 24
Date: Saturday, August 24
Time: Noon
Location: James Park - near Levy Center
Cost: Free
 Family Campout: August 24 - 25
Date: Saturday - Sunday, August 24 - 25
Ages: 4 years+
Location: Lighthouse Beach
Cost: $50 residents/$65 non-residents
Registration: 847-448-8256 or register online
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 A Very Moody Experience - Music Beyond the Margins Featuring MC4: August 24 - 25
Date: Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25
Time: August 24 at 7 p.m.; August 25 at 3 p.m.
Location: Noyes Cultural Center
Tickets: $32
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 Lovelace Pond Fishing Derby: August 24
Date: Saturday, August 24
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Location: Lovelace Pond
Cost: Free
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 Summer Salsa Cooking Class: August 28
Date: Wednesday, August 28
Time: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Fleetwood Jourdain kitchen
Cost: $20 residents/$25 non-residents
Register
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Double Feature Movie Night: August 31
Date: Saturday, August 31
Times: Wish at 5:15 p.m., The Goonies at 7 p.m.
Location: Leah LoMar Park
Cost: Free
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Registration for our Fall programs in open! View all of our upcoming classes, workshops, school days off activities, and special events in our Fall Program Guide.
Register for classes on the city of Evanston website.
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 Wheelchair Basketball Workshops
Dates: Aug. 26, Sept. 30, Oct. 28
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: South End Community Center
Cost: Free
Register
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This free program is open thru August from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lovelace Park. Program includes equipment and bait. Children under the 16 don't need a fishing license but must be accompanied by an adult. Fishing licenses can be purchased online. |
Levy Pickleball Workshops
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, September 9 - October 7
Time: 12 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.
Location: James Park
Cost, 5 sessions: $135 Levy members; $176 non-members
To register, call: 847-448-8250
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End-of-Season Schedule for Evanston Swimming Beaches
Swimming only will be available at Greenwood Street Beach for the remainder of the season during the following hours:
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August 12 through August 30, 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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August 31 through September 2, 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The public will have access to the sand area of all other beaches.
Learn more.
Dempster St. Beach Watercraft Rentals
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Make a reservation online for a kayak, sailboat or paddleboard or at the Dempster St. Beach Office at 1251 Lake Shore Blvd.
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Outdoor Racquet Courts Reservations
You now can reserve tennis and pickleball courts online. This new system aims to streamline the reservation process, making it easier and more convenient for everyone to enjoy these popular sports.
- Visit the Reservation Website: cityofevanston.org/courts
- Select your court and time
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Login into your Recreation account or create one.
- Account must include your birth date and a valid email address.
- Type “tennis” or “pickleball” in the reservation purpose field.
- Confirm your reservation and make payment.
- Your receipt serves as your permit.
Farmer's Market
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The Downtown Evanston Outdoor Farmers' Market is open Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. thru November 2 at University Avenue at Oak Street. Learn more. |
Share your skills and teach classes
Our Parks & Recreation team invites individuals from diverse backgrounds to showcase their incredible talents. If you're a budding artist, fitness guru, cooking maestro, or tech wizard - we want you to share your unique talents with our vibrant community.
We welcome all creative proposals and ideas that are not listed. Let's transform our community spaces into lively hubs of learning and fun. Your passion could be the spark that ignites new hobbies and friendships.
Submit your program proposal today and bring your unique talents and skills to our community.
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 complete 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
South End Community Center: 847-859-7697
Thanks for reading. Have a great weekend,
The City of Evanston’s Parks and Recreation Team
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