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Read below for information about the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market, the Summer Cycling Education Series, family-friendly weekend events, and more!
 Shop local, eat fresh, celebrate 50 years 🍎
Join us on Sat., July 12, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Downtown Evanston Farmers’ Market for a 50th anniversary celebration filled with flavor, fun, and community spirit. Head to University Place & Oak Avenue to enjoy live music, delicious tastings, face painting, raffle prizes, special edition cookies, and so much more.
 Let's get riding! 🚲
The City and Evanston Public Library have launched a free Summer Cycling Education Series to help riders of all ages and skill levels bike safely and confidently. Offered July through September and facilitated by The Recyclery, the hands-on classes cover riding, street safety, and bicycle maintenance in both English and Spanish.
 Photo Credit: Joerg Metzner, Evanston RoundTable
Unplug with the Evanston Nature Passport
Explore Evanston’s natural areas from July 12 to August 21 with the free Evanston Nature Passport! Pick up a passport, complete fun nature activities at 8+ locations, and collect stamps to enter a raffle. Passports are available at community centers and library branches while supplies last.
Kick things off on Unplug IL Day: Take your eyes off the screens and head outside on July 12 for guided activities across the city. More info.
 Outdoor fun awaits this weekend
Get your glow on: Join the City's Parks & Recreation team for a glowing good time on Fri., July 11, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Ingraham Park. Dance under black lights, get creative with neon glow paint, and strike a pose in the blacklight photo booth at this year's Glow in the Park event.
Let's celebrate our pets: Join the Evanston Animal Shelter for their annual Trot for Tails fundraiser on Sat., July 12, from 9 a.m. to noon at Centennial Park. Enjoy a morning of pup cups, belly rubs, and community fun, all to support the shelter. Can’t make it? Donate today.
Cars, coffee, and community: Join Downtown Evanston for Cars & Coffee on Sun., July 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event features classic cars displayed in the parking lot behind the Evanston Public Library. Stroll through, sip on coffee from Outside Coffee, and vote for your favorite car.
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Participate in the Environmental Equity Workshop on July 16
Join the Environmental Equity team for a public workshop on Wed., July 16 at 6 p.m. at the Levy Senior Center. The workshop will include a brief update on key findings from the team and interactive activities to explore strategies for advancing environmental equity in Evanston.
Accessible red line stations open July 20
The brand-new Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn, and Bryn Mawr Red Line CTA stations open Sun., July 20. These fully accessible stations feature modern amenities like elevators, wider platforms, better lighting, and real-time updates, plus smoother, faster service on rebuilt tracks.
State Reps host Post-Session Town Hall
Join Representatives Robyn Gabel, Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, and special guest Kam Buckner for a Post-Session Town Hall on Wed., July 16, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Robert Crown Center to discuss Illinois’ newly passed budget and the latest from Springfield. Register and submit questions.
How does Evanston keep seniors safe?
The City has a wealth of available services, but who and what protects the safety of older adults? Join in for a panel on Wed., Aug. 6, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Falcon Room of the Evanston Public Library, where local professionals will share their expertise, personal stories, and valuable resources for seniors. View the flyer.
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That’s it for today's e-news. Thanks for reading!
Sincerely,
The City of Evanston Communications Team
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