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 Evanston's Main Street Fair, June 28
The spirit of summer festival season returns on June 28 when the inaugural Main Street Fair takes over the 700 block of Main Street from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The free, family-friendly event will bring the community atmosphere that made the former Custer Street Fair a beloved summer staple for decades. Fill up on food and beverages from local eateries while enjoying music on three performance stages, offering everything from jazz and blues to contemporary sounds.
The Main Street Fair features more than 100 artisans representing communities across the country. A special highlight is the Youth Marketplace, which showcases the work of artists and makers aged 17 and younger, providing young entrepreneurs with the opportunity to develop business skills while selling their handmade creations.
The fair also includes a dedicated area for kids and teens, featuring age-appropriate vendors and activities designed to engage younger community members in the celebration.
Thanks to the Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club, Evanston Made, Art Makers Outpost, Main Dempster Mile, and Around Evanston for making the Main Street Fair happen.
Joint Ward Meeting, July 10
Please join me for a joint 3rd, 8th & 9th Ward meeting on Thursday, July 10, at 7 p.m., at the Prieto Community Center, 430 Asbury Ave. The meeting will include small group discussion focused on Envision Evanston 2045.
 4th of July Parade & Celebration Volunteers Needed
The Evanston Fourth of July Association is seeking volunteers to help with morning games at six parks, the Fun Run at Ackerman Park, and to serve as parade marshals during the afternoon parade. Community members of all ages are encouraged to get involved and help make Evanston’s largest annual celebration a success.
Parade marshals will receive a celebration t-shirt, collectible buttons, lunch, and the satisfaction of supporting this beloved community tradition. A training session for marshals will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1, at Lakeside Auto Rebuilders, 3101 W. Central St. To volunteer, visit evanston4th.org or call 847-637-5236.
Make Your Voice Heard
Are you passionate about making meaningful change in your community? Want to share your ideas for improving Chicago with fellow residents? Join A Just Harvest’s Community Listening Session on Friday, July 12, at noon in their Wellness Center at 7649 N. Paulina St. Talk about the concerns you have and work to develop solutions. Using your input, A Just Harvest will tailor their work to meet the needs of the community.
 Annual “Evanston Recycles” Event, June 28
The City's annual "Evanston Recycles" event will take place this weekend on Sat., June 28, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Evanston Township High School.
Each year, this free “drive-up, drop-off” event offers community members the opportunity to recycle and donate a variety of items, as well as securely shred documents. This year, the City will be collecting electronic waste, documents for shredding, and unused prescription medication and expired over-the-counter drugs. No other items will be accepted.
Community members participating in the event by car should enter the drop-off line on Church Street west of Dodge Avenue (view map below). Participants are asked to follow the signs to the drop-off area and remain in their cars. Participants are asked not to line up before 8 a.m.
Lot 1 Update
Lot 1 hasn't broken ground yet, but it is expected to between mid-July and mid-August. Constituents can keep up with details on the City's website, here and here.
Shawn Iles
Councilmember, 3rd Ward
siles@cityofevanston.org
Phone: 847-316-1662
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