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Read below for information about Pride Month events and activities, Cultural Fund Grant awardees, the Youth Summer Food Program, and more!
 Photo credit: Evanston Pride, Inc. website.
Pride Month kicks off Sunday!
Join the City and community organizations in celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month throughout June with community events and activities.
Evanston Pride Car Parade: Decorate your car and join the fun on Sun., June 1, at 11 a.m. in the ETHS Parking Lots. Enjoy performances by True Colors and Clamor & Lace, plus snacks, drinks, and car-decorating. The parade kicks off at 1 p.m. and ends at Ingraham Park. Learn more.
Candlelight Vigil & Remembrance Ceremony: Come out to Chicago Ave. and Washington St. on Sun., June 8, at 7 p.m. to honor and remember those we've lost in the queer and trans community with an evening of reflection, light, and love. Learn more.
Interfaith Family Pride Fest: Celebrate Pride with Evanston’s faith communities on Sun., June 8, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Raymond Park. Enjoy live performances, games, art, and snacks. RSVP and more info.
 City awards $75,000 in Cultural Fund Grants
The Evanston Arts Council has announced the recipients of its annual Cultural Fund Grants, awarding a total of $75,000 to 32 nonprofit arts organizations that enrich the cultural life of our community. These grants support a wide range of music, theater, dance, visual arts, and education programs. Learn more and view a list of awardees.
 Summer Youth Food Program begins June 9
The City is offering free breakfast and lunch for youth ages 1-18 at multiple locations across the city this summer as a part of its Summer Youth Food Program. No sign-up or income requirements are needed, simply drop in! Meals will be served Monday-Friday from June 9 to August 8, with breakfast available from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Meal pickup locations: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, Robert Crown Community Center, Mason Park, and Dawes School.
 Embrace community at our First Friday events
Save the date for the kickoff First Friday event at Mason Park on June 6, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly event is hosted by the Evanston C.A.R.E. team and will feature food, music, outdoor games, BINGO, basketball, an obstacle course, raffle prizes, and more!
More News and Events
Share your input with the Preservation Commission
The Preservation Commission is exploring a new volunteer program to engage community members in preservation work. Share your input in a short survey to help the commission shape a program that will offer training, meaningful volunteer roles, and flexible ways to get involved.
City to auction laundry equipment beginning June 2
Starting Monday, June 2, at 9 a.m., 33 lots of City laundry equipment will be available for auction exclusively to Evanston residents for two weeks. After that, the auction will open to the general public. All participants must register at GovDeals.com to bid. View active Evanston listings.
Enjoy coffee and conversation with the C.A.R.E. team
Join the Crisis Alternative Response Evanston (C.A.R.E.) team for coffee and conversation on the first Tuesday of every month, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Get to know members of the C.A.R.E. team and discuss community concerns. The next event is June 3 at Coffee Lab, 910 Noyes St.
Landlord-tenant services are available
Landlords and tenants can ask questions, inquire about their rights, and find resources about the new Residential Tenant Landlord Ordinance by calling 3-1-1 or the Metropolitan Tenants Organization’s Renters’ Rights Hotline at 773-292-4988.
Sign up for Free Mental Health First Aid training
The City is offering free Mental Health First Aid training for community members, providing the skills to recognize, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges and substance use disorders. If you're interested in participating, sign up for a session.
Opportunity: Housing Coordinator VISTA
Spend a year combating displacement and supporting housing affordability in Evanston. The City is seeking a full-time Housing Coordinator VISTA to serve from August 2025–2026 through the Housing Action Corps AmeriCorps VISTA program. Learn more about the role and apply today.
Get Engaged
Community Calendar
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Northwestern K-dance Annual Spring Fest, May 30
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Evanston Vet Center Veteran “Coffee Collective”, May 30
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ASPA Umbrella Art Festival at Fountain Square, May 31
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Evanston Farmers' Market, May 31
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Evanston Rides! | Family Ride, May 31
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Highland Garden Club of Evanston Backyard Botanicals, May 31
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Honeypot: Black Southern Women Who Love Women, May 31
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Open Communities: First-Time Homebuyer Workshop in Spanish (un taller para compradores de vivienda por primera vez en español), May 31
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Teen Scene - Juneteenth Trivia, June 6
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Evanston Symphony Concert, June 8
Adoptable Pet of the Month: Meet Ariel!
Once a stray, Ariel is now ready for her fairy-tale ending! This 50 lb. sweetheart has a medium energy level, a love for cozy blankets and treats, and the wiggliest butt around. She’d do best in a home with kids 10+ and is still learning polite greetings. Ariel gets along with other dogs, though she can be a bit enthusiastic. Learn more on the shelter's website.
That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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