e-News: Evanston Art Studios Open Their Doors, Historic Home Relocates, and More!

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News & Events

Evanston Art Studios Open Their Doors Oct. 11

Open Studios

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Evanston's arts community this Sat., Oct. 11, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event will open studio and gallery doors citywide to the general public to view works in progress, live performances, and demonstrations.

Historic House Finds New Home in Evanston

John Van Bergen Irving House

This Fri., Oct. 10, work will begin to relocate the historic John Van Bergen Irving House from its current location in Wilmette to Evanston. The house will be temporarily stored in the parking lot of the future Whole Foods location at Isabella St. and Green Bay Rd. until the new site in Evanston is ready.

Register Today for the Zombie Scramble!

Zombie Scramble

Run for your life! On Sat., Nov. 1, "zombies" will invade Evanston for the first time as part of the Recreation Division’s inaugural Zombie Scramble. Choose between a 2-mile family-friendly course or a 4-mile course for those ages 18 and older—just don't get caught before you cross the finish line! Registration closes Wed., Oct. 15, so act fast!

View and Provide Input on Evanston's Draft 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan

Aerial Evanston

The City of Evanston seeks public comment on its draft 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan, which identifies and prioritizes housing, community and economic development needs and strategies, focusing primarily on the needs of low- and moderate-income residents. Comments can be submitted online, in writing, or at a public meeting at the Morton Civic Center on Tues., Oct. 21, at 7:30 p.m.

October is Evanston Arts & Humanities Month

Arts and Humanities Month

Evanston joins the Illinois Arts Council in recognizing October as Arts & Humanities Month, a statewide celebration encouraging all residents to establish, deepen, and expand our relationships with the arts and humanities.

"Expressions from the Heart" Opening 10/10

Expressions from the Heart

An opening reception for the "Expressions from the Heart" exhibit will be held on Fri., Oct. 10, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the Noyes Art Gallery in the Noyes Cultural Arts Center.

Fire Prevention Week Open House 10/12

Fire Station 1

Evanston Fire & Life Safety Services will hold its 2014 Fire Prevention Week Open House at Evanston Fire Station #1 on Sun., Oct 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Ward Meetings

2nd Ward Meeting 10/9

Braithwaite

Alderman Peter Braithwaite will hold a 2nd Ward meeting tonight, Thurs., Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. at the J.E.H. Education Center.

Beware of Misleading Electricity Marketing

Plug

The City of Evanston reminds residents participating in its optional Community Choice Electricity Aggregation program to be wary of potentially misleading marketing from electricity suppliers offering the opportunity to switch to green energy.

Community Days on Central Street 10/11, 10/12

Shopping outdoors

Enjoy shopping along Central St. this weekend, Oct. 11 and 12, when 10 to 15 percent of your purchase will be donated to an organization of your choice.

Training for Evanston Landlords 10/15

Landlord training

Evanston property owners and managers can learn about eviction procedures and preventative steps to avoid eviction at a free presentation sponsored by Open Communities on Wed., Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m., at the main Evanston Public Library.

5th Ward Meeting 10/16

Holmes

Alderman Delores Holmes will hold a 5th Ward meeting on Thurs., Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center.