Special Events DECEMBER 5, 19 OAKEN’S TRADING POST Join your favorite Disney snowman, Olaf at Oaken’s Trading Post for some family fun. Children will create a special holiday gift for loved ones alongside Olaf’s helpers complete with holiday snacks. Remember to bring your camera, so the little ones can have their picture taken with Olaf. Space is limited, so please register early, this is not a drop-in program you must be pre-registered. To register, please call 847-448-4311. Please call Michelle Tompkins with any questions at 847-448-8681. Location: Varies Age: 2-10 yrs. Admission: $5 per child, must be accompanied by an adult (adults are free) Class # 442003A5 442003B5 442003C5 442003D5 442003E5 442003F5

Date Dec 5 Dec 5 Dec 5 Dec 19 Dec 19 Dec 19

Day Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa

Time 11am Noon 1pm 11am Noon 1pm

Location Chandler-Newberger Center Chandler-Newberger Center Chandler-Newberger Center Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Fleetwood-Jourdain Center

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DECEMBER 10 GRAND CHANUKAH MENORAH LIGHTING & CELEBRATION

Special Events in Evanston During the Winter/Spring, don’t miss great events happening around town.

Evanston’s civic, business, and Jewish communities will come together to light the 10’ Menorah. Mayor Elizabeth B. Tisdahl will offer greetings and help in lighting of the Menorah. The entire community is invited to the ceremony, when we join together to celebrate the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and freedom of conscience over oppression, which it represents. Musical entertainment will be provided and refreshments will be served. 847-866-2914. Location: Fountain Square, intersection of Davis St., Sherman Ave. and Orrington Ave. Age: All ages Admission: Free Dates Day Time Dec 10 Th 5:30pm

DEC 11-13 THE NUTCRACKER ON ICE Join us for the Nutcracker Ballet on Ice. Hundreds of skating school students will be performing in what has become a beloved tradition at the Robert Crown Center. For information about this event, please call 847-448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St. Tickets: $20 Reserved: $15 General Admission Date Dec 11 Dec 12 Dec 13

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Day Time Fri 7:30pm Sa 2:30, 7:30pm Su 2:30pm

DECEMBER 13 UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER PARTY Your family is invited to join us in celebrating the holidays at our Ugly Holiday Sweater Party. Families will enjoy dancing to a DJ, games and prizes, cookie decorating, art activities, face painting, a balloon artist and a very special guest (psst, it’s Santa). Dress in your ugliest holiday sweater and use our special photo area to take a holiday photo of your family. Refreshments will also be served. To register, please call 847-448-4311. Please call Michelle Tompkins with any questions at 847-448-8681. Location: Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave. Age: All Admission: $5 per person in advance, $7 per person at door Class # Date 442901A5 Dec 13

Day Sa

DECEMBER 26 A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION OF KWANZAA AT FOUNTAIN SQUARE Join your friends and neighbors in celebrating the first day of Kwanzaa at Fountain Square, in the heart of downtown Evanston. There will be music, songs, the traditional lighting of the Kinara and recitation of principles.847-448-8254. Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, Evanston Recreation Division Location: Fountain Square, Davis St. between Orrington and Sherman Ave. Admission: Free Date Day Time Dec 26 Sa 11am

DECEMBER 31 FIRST NIGHT EVANSTON

Time 3-5pm

DECEMBER 16 WHITE CHRISTMAS Join us for a holiday lunch and show, based on the beloved 1954 film, White Christmas at Drury Lane Theatre in Oak Brook. The show is a musical adaptation featuring seventeen Irving Berlin songs, including Blue Skies, I Love a Piano, How Deep is the Ocean, and the favorite, White Christmas. Lunch at Drury Lane is always first class with Caesar salad and a choice of either roast beef or lemon sole; with dessert. Please make you selection at the time of registration. Location: Drury Lane Theatre, Oak Brook Age: 55 yrs. and up Admission: $58 Levy member, $73 nonmember Class # Date Day Time 554001M5 Dec 16 W 9:45am-5pm

DEC 26 FROZEN TRY-IT SKATE

First Night Evanston features live indoor music, dance and entertainment starting at 7pm on December 31. Outdoors, there will be a heated tent with food to purchase from popular local restaurants and food trucks. End your evening with a midnight “ringing and singing” in of 2016. For a complete roster (43 hours of programs), visit firstnightevanston.org or check Facebook. Headline performers include Grammy Award-winner Howard Levy, Corky Siegel, a Battle of the Teen Bands and other entertainment. Children’s programming (ages 1-8 yrs.) starts at 1pm. Indoor locations are near Raymond Park (Chicago Ave. at Lake St.): Music Institute of Chicago and five churches: First Presbyterian, First Congregational, Immanuel Lutheran, Lake Street, and First Methodist. Admission: Adult, $25 until Dec. 26; then $30. Youth, $10 (age 8-18 yrs.). Reserved seating for some performers: $15. New this year: a special daytime price of $10 for an adult accompanying children under 8 to daytime programs only. Full price admits adult to both daytime and evening programs. Volunteer for 2 ½ hours and get in free: [email protected]. A training session is required. Sponsoring organization: First Night Evanston, Inc. (501c3). Age: All Date Day Time Dec 31 Th 1pm-Midnight

Come meet the characters of Frozen and try skating. Classes will be divided by age group. Please dress warmly and remember mittens. Skate rental available. For information about this event, please call 847-448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St. Age: 4-9 yrs. Admission: Free Date Day Time Dec 26 Sa 10am-Noon

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Special Events JANUARY 2 BLACK ICE HOCKEY TOURNAMENT 3-on-3 hockey tournament under blacklights for Mite, Squirt and PeeWee age groups. Find two friends to join and let the games begin. Skate rental available. For information about this event, please call 847-448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St. Age: 4-9 yrs. Admission: $120 per team Date Day Time Jan 2 Sa 1-9pm

JANUARY 11, 13 FLEETWOOD-JOURDAIN TATER TOT THEATRE COMPANY AUDITIONS, TIMOTHY GOES TO SCHOOL The “little sibling” to the Evanston Children’s Theatre, Tater Tot Theatre Company was created to allow young thespians ages 5-7 the opportunity to participate in the magic of live theatre. This year we will be presenting “Timothy Goes to School”, adapted from a series of children’s books by acclaimed author/illustrator Rosemary Wells. A raccoon named Timothy starts kindergarten, and meets many new friends; they help Timothy on something he is struggling on with his seat mate Claude, a smart raccoon who thinks he is better than everyone else. Timothy’s new friends, Yoko, a Japanese cat who is a very talented violin player, Fritz the skunk, who always wants to discover new things, Charles a shy little mouse, Nora a loud little mouse, Lilly a forgetful fox, Grace a wonderful cat dancer, and Doris a beaver who loves different kinds of paintings, help Timothy overcome his fears. Children of all ages will easily relate to this tale, in which humor and realism effectively mesh. For more call 847-866-5914. Please arrive by 5:30pm. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223, 927 Noyes St. Admission: $100 for those cast Date Day Time Jan 11 M 4-6pm Jan 13 W 4-6pm

JANUARY 12, 14 EVANSTON CHILDREN’S THEATRE AUDITIONS SPRING 2015, SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE This energetic musical follows Tom, a young school teacher who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Memorable songs as “Just A Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly,” and “Conjunction Junction” bring his lesson plans vividly to life. Children age 8 through 8th grade will perform. For more information call 847-866-5914. Please arrive by 5:30pm. Location: Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave. Age: Children age 8 to 8th grade Fee: $110 for those cast Date Day Time Jan 12 Tu 4-6pm Jan 14 Th 4-6pm

JANUARY 16 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OF CELEBRATION Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center will celebrate his legacy through music, dance and excerpts from his speeches. The day promises to be inspiring and entertaining, with many special guest artists and esteemed speakers: For more information call 847-448-8254. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St. Age: All Admission: Free Date Day Time Jan 16 Sa Noon

JANUARY 23 HANDS ON ARTS DAY Enjoy hands on crafts and activities suitable for all ages drawn from our upcoming Arts Camp season. This open studio gives you a sneak preview of our camp themes that include: medieval, princess, architecture and pirate activities. The art teachers from our summer camps will be leading the event. Call 847-448-8263 for more information. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes St. Age: All Admission: FREE Date Day Time Jan 23 Sa 11am-1pm

JANUARY 23 GOALED GALLERY PRESENTS “START AN ONLINE STORE” GOALed Gallery, the Youth Arts program that helps creative Evanston entrepreneurs ages 13 to 21 market their wares, presents “Start An Online Store”. Experienced entrepreneurs will give you the inside tips on how you can earn income from your art online. Call 847-448-8263 for more information. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 225, 927 Noyes St. Age: 13-21yrs. Admission: Free Date Day Time Jan 23 Sa 2-3:30pm

JANUARY 31 PRE-SUPER BOWL CHILI COOKOFF Do you have the best chili in Evanston? Test your chili recipe before the big kickoff and earn bragging rights at the inaugural chili cook off. Only ten talented cooks will be able to participate in this event, so if you have the best chili in town don’t hesitate to register. The winner will receive an awesome Super Bowl party prize pack. Don’t want to cook? Come join us for your own taste test of the entries. Music, beer ($2 p/glass) and other refreshments will be served. To register, please call 847-448-4311. Please call Michelle Tompkins with any questions at 847-448-8681. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St. Age: All Admission: $20 per entry (use class # below), $5 per person at the door Class # Date 443901A6 Jan 31

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Day Su

Time 3-6pm

FEBRUARY FLEETWOOD-JOURDAIN THEATRE PRESENTS POP UP BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS IN EVANSTON Follow Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre on Facebook and Twitter and you will know exactly where to find our popular Pop Up Theatre Series. For the month of February we will have two dates, and two separate locations where some of our brilliant main stage actors will present Black Voices in Poetry. Dates, Times & Locations will be posted on our Facebook and Twitter pages 48 hours before the event. facebook.com/fleetwoodjourdaintheatre and @fjtheatre Location: Will be announced 48 hours in advance

FEBRUARY 5, 19 WILD AND SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL The Evanston Environmental Association and the Ecology Center are once again proud to be the official Chicago area host of the Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival—the largest environmental film festival in the U.S. Each evening see award-winning films selected from this renowned festival. The films will present a variety of perspectives and experiences shared by some of the best of today’s environmental filmmakers. The festival showcases amateur and professional films that focus on nature, activism, conservation, energy and a range of other environmental issues. Different films are featured each night, so join us for both. Tickets will be available for purchase in January 2016.Please register by phone at 847-448-8256 or in person at the Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd. Visit evanstonenvironment.org for details and the event calendar. Location: Evanston Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd. Age: 16 yrs. and up

FEBRUARY 14 VALENTINE’S DAY FAMILY FUN FEST Your family is invited to join us in celebrating Valentine’s Day at our Valentine’s Day Family Fun Fest. Families will enjoy dancing, games, and prizes, cookie decorating, art activities, face painting, and a balloon artist. A special photo area will be set up for families to take their own Valentine’s Day photo. Refreshments will also be served. To register, please call 847-448-4311. Please call Michelle Tompkins with any questions at 847-448-8681. Location: Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave. Fee: $5 per person in advance, $7 per person at door Class # Date 442125A6 Feb 14

Day Su

Time 3-5pm

MARCH 12 WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATIONS Please join us for the fourth annual Women’s Day Dinner and Panel Discussion, featuring a complimentary buffet, incredible entertainment, and lively discussion led by Evanston’s own Karen Chavers. Supervision provided for children age 4 yrs. and up. Space is limited; reservations required. For more information or to make reservations call 847-866-5914. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St. Age: All Admission: FREE

MARCH 18, MAY 20 FRAN RANDALL MEMORIAL CONCERT SERIES The Fran Randall Memorial Concert Series spotlights music students from local colleges, universities and high schools. All concerts include the Levy Center’s refurbished Steinway grand piano. The concert series is underwritten by the Levy Senior Center Foundation. Please call 847-448-8250 for more information on the specific concerts. Location: Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave. Age: All Admission: Free Date Mar 18 May 20

Day Time F 1:30-3pm F 1:30-3pm

MARCH 18-20 MARCH MADNESS 3 ON 3 TOURNEY Youth in grades 4-8 will go mad over basketball at Chandler-Newberger Center’s March Madness celebration March 18-20. Our double elimination tournament takes place the evening of March 18 and all day on Saturday and Sunday. Entry forms are available at ChandlerNewberger Center beginning February 1 or register on line at cityofevanston. org/chandler. Registration deadline is Friday March 4 at 5pm. Location: Chandler-Newberger Center, 1028 Central St., Age: Boys and Girls play in divisions separated by grades 4-8 and gender. Fee: $65 per team of 3 or 4 players: includes t-shirt for each player.

MARCH 26-27 FLEETWOOD-JOURDAIN TATER TOT THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS TIMOTHY GOES TO SCHOOL The “little sibling” to the Evanston Children’s Theatre, Tater Tot Theatre Company was created to allow young thespians ages 5-7 the opportunity to participate in the magic of live theatre. This year we will be presenting “Timothy Goes to School”, adapted from a series of children’s books by acclaimed author/illustrator Rosemary Wells. A raccoon named Timothy starts kindergarten, and meets many new friends; they help Timothy on something he is struggling on with his seat mate Claude, a smart raccoon who thinks he is better than everyone else. Timothy’s new friends, Yoko, a Japanese cat who is a very talented violin player, Fritz the skunk, who always wants to discover new things, Charles a shy little mouse, Nora a loud little mouse, Lilly a forgetful fox, Grace a wonderful cat dancer, and Doris a beaver who loves different kinds of paintings, help Timothy overcome his fears. Children of all ages will easily relate to this tale, in which humor and realism effectively mesh. For more call 847-866-5914. Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes St. Admission: $7per person Date Mar 26 Mar 27

Day Time Sa 3pm Su 3pm

Date Day Time Mar 12 Sa 1-3pm

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Special Events MARCH 27-APRIL 24 SHAKESPEAREAN ACTING WORKSHOP

APRIL 23 EARTH DAY/ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION

Full-body Bard: How to bring Shakespeare to life.

Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with the City of Evanston. We will be holding a community wide litter pick up in the morning from 9-11am. If you are interested in volunteering yourself, your family or organization please go online to Volunteer Evanston to sign up; volunteerevanston.org Age: All ages Admission: FREE

In this 5 week class, join Muse of Fire company member and vocal coach Brent T. Barnes in an exploration of Shakespeare’s text, focused on getting the language off the page and into action. Learn how the actors in our company activate the Bard’s poetry and bring his characters and stories into the here and now. Spots are limited. Call MOF Artistic Director Jemma Levy at 847-707-8632. Sponsor: Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and Muse of Fire Theatre Company Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center, Studio 223, 927 Noyes St. Age: 18 yrs. and up Admission: $75 R/$100 NR Date Mar 27

Day Time Su 2-4pm

APRIL 1-3 EVANSTON CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS, SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK LIVE This energetic musical follows Tom, a young school teacher who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Memorable songs as “Just A Bill,” “Lolly, Lolly, Lolly,” and “Conjunction Junction” bring his lesson plans vividly to life. Children age 8 through 8th grade will perform. For more information call 847-866-5914. Sponsor: Evanston Children’s Theatre Locations: Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave.; Fleetwood-Jourdain Center 1655 Foster St. Admission: $7 per person Date April 1 April 2 April 3

Day F Sa Su

Time 7pm 3, 7pm 3pm

Performance Location Levy Senior Center Levy Senior Center Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center

Date Day April 23 Sa

Clean up Time 9-11am

APRIL 30, MAY 1 SPRING ICE SHOW–WISHES Join us at the Robert Crown center for the spring show “Wishes”, a magical performance turning dreams into reality. All skaters enrolled in spring classes are eligible to participate in the show. For information about this event, please call 847-448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Community Center, 1701 Main St. Tickets: $10 Reserved: $9 General Admission Date Day Time April 30 Sa 6pm May 1 Su 2pm

MAY 7 CHILDREN’S DAY Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Is hosting their annual afternoon dedicated to children. There will be a face painter, games, food and fun. Last year, hundreds of children and parents attended this special afternoon featuring the Jesse White Tumblers. For more information call 847-448-8254. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St. Age: 2-13 yrs. accompanied by a parent Admission: Free Date Day Time May 7 Sa 2-5pm

APRIL 9 7TH ANNUAL SPRING FLEA MARKET

MAY 7 MOTHER’S DAY CRAFT GIFT MAKING

This market connects people who own great “stuff” they don’t need, with folks who like a bargain and believe in the three R’s: reduce, reuse, and recycle! Reserve a table to sell what you have cleared out in spring cleaning, by calling Gladys Flores at 847-448-8258. Location: Robert Crown Center, 1701 Main St. Age: 18 yrs. and up for table rental Table Rental: $35 Admission: FREE

The best gifts you receive are the ones made by your child! Drop off your child for an afternoon to make a special gift—one that you can cherish for years. Children can choose from that perfect beaded necklace, a special dessert, or a gift to be announced (call for an update). For more information call 847-448-8254. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, 1655 Foster St. Age: 8 yrs. and up Fee: $10-$28 depending on project

Date April 9

Day Time Sa 9am-4pm (no early birds)

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Date Day May 7 Sa

Time 12-1:30pm

MAY 13 EVANSTON GREEN BALL The Evanston Environmental Association (EEA) and the City of Evanston will present the Fifth Annual Evanston Green Ball. Supporters of green causes will gather, converse, eat, drink and dance the night away. Proceeds will go towards improvements to the Ecology Center class room. For updates, please visit evanstonenvironment.org/greenball.html or call 847-448-8256. Admission: $65 (through April 16), $75 (April 17-May 11), $100 Friend of the Ecology Center Date Day Time May 13 F 7-10:30pm

MAY 21 SENIOR CITIZEN SPELLING BEE COMPETITION Witness this exciting day of competitive, linguistic challenges replete with the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, Levy Senior Center and Evanston Public Library are hosting the State of Illinois Senior Citizen Spelling Bee Competition. In 2015, 2 local seniors went to the regionals and then finished 3rd at the State Finals in Springfield. Please register at the Levy Center or [email protected]. Location: Evanston Public Library Community Room, 1703 Orrington Ave. Age: 50 yrs. and up Admission: Free

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In Celebration of Older Americans Month, Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center will be transformed into an elegant ballroom setting where you can put on your fancy costumes and masks and enjoy the evening dancing, playing Roulette, Black Jack, Bingo and Bid Whist. Come on out and feast on fancy cuisine, mock cocktails and perhaps a glass of wine or two. For more information call 847-866-5914. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center, 1655 Foster St. Age: All Admission: $10 per person Date Day Time May 28 Sa 2-5pm

JUNE 11 EVANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING FIELD DAY Kick off Evanston Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, Read for the Win, at Robert Crown Community Center. In partnership with the City of Evanston’s Department of Parks and Recreation, activities for all ages will be offered including obstacle courses, mini golf, kickball, refreshments and raffles. Summer reading sign-up will be available. Saturday, June 11, 11am–1pm, Robert Crown Community Center, 1701 Main Street.

Would you like to participate as an artist vendor, food vendor, or performing artist in the City of Evanston’s arts festivals held at the lakefront? Would you like to perform at a Starlight Concert? Food vendor and performing artist applications will be available at cityofevanston.org/festivals in January. Artists may apply via ZAPP at zapplication.org. Questions? Please call/text us at 847-448-4311. 2016 Dates

Ethnic Arts Festival: July 16 & 17 Lakeshore Arts Festival: August 6 & 7 Starlight Concerts: All summer

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News Community Engagement

Sustainability

NORTHWESTERN’S YEAR ONE GOOD NEIGHBOR FUNDING ALLOCATION ANNOUNCED

CONNECT WITH SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES, PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES: • Sign up for the Sustainability eNewsletter at cityofevanston.org/ sustainability • Follow us on Twitter @GreenEvanston • Visit our blog at Evanstongreenbuzz.com • Email questions and general inquiries to sustainability@cityofevanston. org or call/text us at 847-448-4311.

KEEP AN EYE ON THESE UPCOMING PROGRAMS National Drinking Water Week—“The Power of Water” Celebrate National Drinking Water Week with the City of Evanston. May 1–7! The 2016 celebration will include activities at the Levy Center, Ecology Center and the Evanston Public Library. Details about the art contest will be announced at cityofevanston.org/drinkingwaterweek.

Give the Gift of Trees

Sheridan Road

In March 2015, Northwestern agreed to donate $1 million annually to the City of Evanston for a period of five years, with proceeds to be spent on projects and services agreed to jointly by Evanston Mayor Elizabeth Tisdahl and Northwestern University President Morton Schapiro. In October 2015, Mayor Tisdahl and President Schapiro announced the following allocation of the first $1 million donation from Northwestern University to the City of Evanston’s Good Neighbor Fund: •

$500,000: Sheridan Road improvement project.

This project will continue into 2016 and be fully completed in 2017.

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$200,000: Support for Evanston Fire Department paramedics.

This allocation represents one full-time ambulance company serving our community 24/7/365.

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$100,000: Support for the City’s Youth and Young Adult Division.

This allocation will cover the salary of one of the four existing full-time outreach workers and allow the City to add an additional full-time outreach worker.

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$150,000: Support for at-risk youth job training programs.

$50,000 went to support programs covered by existing funding, and $100,000 was devoted to new job training programs. •

$50,000: Support the Mayor’s fund

This funding went to assist families impacted by violent crime. Mayor Tisdahl said, “The Good Neighbor Fund’s allocation for year one is being directed towards projects that will help Evanston reach its goal of becoming the most livable city. Northwestern is a great university and its presence strengthens our community. I thank President Schapiro for the Good Neighbor policy and look forward to seeing positive outcomes from this generous donation.” “One of Northwestern’s greatest assets is its location in Evanston, and we are so pleased to offer our assistance as part of our contribution to Evanston’s Good Neighbor Fund,” said Northwestern President Morton Schapiro. “We look forward to working together and providing additional support to the City on important Evanston projects and initiatives in the future.”

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Support the “I Heart Evanston Trees” initiative by giving the gift of trees this holiday season. Donating to the fund supports Evanston’s urban canopy and is a great holiday gift to a loved one. More information can be found at cityofevanston.org/trees or call text us at 847-448-4311.

Free Rain Barrels Evanston residential property owners are now eligible to get up to four rain barrels for free delivered to their homes. The City is partnering with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) to offer free rain barrels to Evanston residents while supplies last. There are four colors to choose from. More information can be found at cityofevanston.org/rainbarrel or call text us at 847-448-4311.

Forestry

Health

2016 PRIVATE ELM TREE INSURANCE PROGRAM

GET A FLU SHOT TO STAY HEALTHY THIS WINTER!

The City of Evanston has been a Tree City USA for the past 31 years.

Flu season is here! The City’s Health & Human Services Department encourages all residents to get a flu shot to help keep the community healthy this winter.

Part of the reason we have been able to achieve this recognition is that we have aggressively controlled the spread of Dutch elm disease. Without any control measures, this disease is capable of wiping out every American Elm tree in Evanston within a 10–12 year period.

A list of locations where flu shots are available can be found online at cityofevanston.org/health/fluclinics, or by calling/texting 847-448-4311. To reduce the spread of influenza and other illnesses this winter, the Health & Human Services Department reminds residents to practice the 3 C’s: • Clean—Properly wash your hands frequently • Cover—Cover your cough and sneeze • Contain—Contain your germs by staying home if you are sick

100+ COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN NEED PROVIDED WITH FREE DENTAL SERVICES More than 130 community members in need received access to $101,000 worth of free dental services as part of “Dental Access Days,” a two-day clinic coordinated by the Evanston Health & Human Services Department. Patients from Evanston and surrounding communities were served, with priority given to those identified by social service agencies as those most in need. During the event, held on October 9 and 10 at the Levy Senior Center, an ordinary meeting room was transformed into a modern dental clinic complete with instruments, supplies and equipment. Local dentists and hygienists volunteered their time to perform cleanings, fillings, extractions, and denture repair for community members who otherwise would not have access to dental care. To learn more about Dental Access Days, visit dentalaccessdays.org.

Economic Development Starting in early June each year, Parks/Forestry Division employees conduct regular inspections of all elm trees on both public and private property, looking for symptoms of Dutch elm disease. Once an elm tree is diagnosed with Dutch elm disease, City of Evanston ordinance requires removal of the tree within 30 days. If the diseased tree is located on private property, the property owner must bear the cost of removal. This cost can range from several hundred dollars for smaller trees, up to several thousand dollars for very large trees. In order to avoid these unexpected costs, the City’s Environmental Services Bureau offers Dutch elm disease insurance to all Evanston property owners. This insurance covers the entire cost of removal of private elm trees infected with Dutch elm disease to ground level. The insurance does not cover the cost for removal of the stump. The cost of the insurance is based on the size of the tree, and ranges from $60 to $140 per tree per year. Applications and premiums are due no later than Wednesday, June 1, 2016. This annual insurance covers only the tree removal costs if the tree becomes infected with Dutch elm disease, and is only for a one-year period. Insurance applications can be picked up at the Morton Civic Center, or residents may call 311 and ask that an application be sent to them. Application forms are also available on the City’s website at cityofevanston.org/forestry, and can be submitted online using a credit card for the premium payment.

CHICAGO-MAIN-DEMPSTER BUSINESS DISTRICTS LAUNCH SPECIAL SERVICE AREA In the summer of 2015, the City Council granted approval for the creation of the Chicago-Main-Dempster Special Service Area (SSA) after an 18-month study process requested by a group of more than 60 area business owners. The SSA will serve as a locally controlled, locally driven economic tool that funds desired enhancements using a small (less than one percent) property tax on commercial properties in the Main Street and ChicagoDempster business districts in order to fund special services such as street beautification, holiday decorations, marketing, and other neighborhood improvements. The SSA is governed by an 11-member board made up of business and property owners elected from within the new district. For more information about the Chicago-Main-Dempster SSA, including upcoming board and committee meetings, visit evanstonedge.com/chicago-main-dempster-SSA.

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News Fire Department

What to Know When it Snows

HEATING FIRE SAFETY

The City of Evanston encourages residents to help keep Evanston safe and accessible for all community members during periods of heavy snowfall and frigid temperatures.

Follow these heating tips to help maintain a fire-safe home this winter. Space Heater • Keep anything that can burn, such as bedding,

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clothing and curtains, at least 3 feet away from the heater. Make sure the heater has an automatic shut-off, so if it tips over, it shuts off. Turn heaters off when you go to bed or leave the room. Plug portable heaters directly into outlets and never into an extension cord or power strip. Only use portable heaters from a recognized testing laboratory.

Fireplace

PARKING From December 1 through March 31, the City may enforce temporary parking restrictions in the form of a Snow Route Parking Ban and/or a Snow Emergency. The declaration of parking restrictions depends on the amount of snowfall, road conditions, timing and other factors. It is illegal to park on the street during restricted times even if plows have been through, as plowing and salting operations may require return visits by City trucks.

Snow Route Parking Ban and Snow Emergency Snow Route Parking Ban Snow Emergency Goes Into Effect:

By declaration after 2" or more of snow

By declaration after 4" or more of snow

Streets Impacted:

Main thoroughfares designated as Snow Routes

Streets that are NOT posted as Snow Routes

Rules:

No parking between 11pm and 6am

No parking between 8am and 6pm on the even-numbered side of the street on even-numbered days, and on the odd-numbered side of the street on odd-numbered days*

Fine for Violating:

$55 plus towing and storage charges

$55 if not towed; $150 if towed

Length:

Determined by the City’s Public Works Agency

• Keep a glass or metal screen in front of

the fireplace to prevent embers or sparks jumping out. • Do not burn paper in your fireplace. • Put the fire out before you go to sleep or leave your home. • Put ashes in a metal container with a lid, outside, at least 3 feet from your home.

Wood Stove • Make sure your wood stove is 3 feet from

anything that can burn. • Do not burn paper in your wood stove. • Put the fire out before you go to sleep or leave

your home. • Have your chimney inspected and cleaned each

year by a professional.

Furnace • Have your furnace inspected each year. • Keep anything that can burn away from the

furnace.

Kerosene Heater • Only use kerosene heaters from a recognized

testing laboratory. • Make sure the heater has an automatic shut-off,

so if it tips over, it shuts off. • Refuel your cooled heater outside.

For more information and free resources, visit usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outreach.

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* Streets with parking on only one side have permanent “ODD date” or “EVEN date” signs, allowing them to be plowed during snow emergencies.

Find Out if Parking Restrictions Are In Effect Residents should follow the posted street signs for parking information. As a courtesy, the City also offers many other ways to find out if snow parking restrictions have been declared: • Visit cityofevanston.org • Follow the City of Evanston on Facebook or Twitter • Call the Snow Hotline at 847-864-SNOW (7669) or 847-866-2917 • Tune in to Cable Channel 16 • Listen to Evanston Radio AM 1650 • Listen for the City’s emergency sirens • Call/text 847-448-4311 between 7am and 7pm, Monday through Friday, or 8am and 6pm on Saturday. (Hours are extended during snow events.) • Text SNOW to 847-448-4311 • Sign up for text or email “Snow Alert” notifications: Visit cityofevanston. org/snow, or text COE SNOW to 468311 to sign up for text alerts.

SHOVELING Property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks adjacent to their property within 24 hours after any snowfall. When shoveling a sidewalk, please clear a path that is at least 36 inches wide to allow everyone, including children, people with disabilities and the elderly, to travel freely using the sidewalks instead of the streets. Property owners are also asked to clear the area surrounding fire hydrants. Keeping fire hydrants visible and accessible from the street can save precious time in an emergency. Landlords are responsible for keeping sidewalks, hydrants, parking lots and all common areas, including open stairwells, free from all hazardous conditions at all times. To report a snow removal violation, please call/text 847-448-4311. If you need assistance shoveling your property, or would like to volunteer to help elderly and disabled neighbors shovel, please register for the City’s Volunteer Snow Shoveling Program at cityofevanston.org/snowshoveling or by calling 847-448-4311.

Library The Big Read Film Festival at Evanston Public Library Immigration Movies: Stories of immigrants from all over the world.

Sat., March 5, 2016: 11am, Tortilla Flat; 1:30pm, Shun Li and the Poet; 3:30pm: A Better Life. Sun., March 6, 2016: 1pm, House of Sand and Fog; 3:30pm, Sin Nombre.

Road Trip Movies: Road trips as narrative devices. LOCATIONS: Main Library, 1703 Orrington Avenue, 847-448-8600 North Branch, 2026 Central Street, 847-866-0330 Chicago Ave./Main St. (CAMS) Branch, 900 Chicago Ave., 847-905-0764 Find us online at epl.org Go mobile at epl.org/mobile See our full Calendar of Events and register for programs at epl.org/calendar Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/evanstonpubliclibrary. Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/evanstonpl. See the “Readers of Evanston” at evanstonpubliclibrary.tumblr.com.

Sat., April 2, 2016: 11am, It Happened One Night; 1:30pm, Thelma & Louise; 4pm, Central Station. Sun., April 3, 2016: 1pm, Get on the Bus; 3:30pm, The Motorcycle Diaries.

Finale Film Screening: ¡Three Amigos!

Sun., May 29, 2016, 3pm. For a complete list of EPL’s Big Read programming: go to epl.org/bigread or neabigread.org The Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

More Programs for Adults Book Discussion Groups Make Evanston Public Library your place to discuss new books. Visit epl.org/bookclubs for the complete list of upcoming discussions.

EPL Literary Salon Betsy Bird hosts a gathering for children’s literature enthusiasts, focusing on written works for young people. Originally conceived in New York City.

Bringing Books to the Border Sat., Jan. 9, 2016 at 3pm Jeffrey Garrett, of Evanston’s independent bookstore Bookends and Beginnings, discusses efforts to bring children’s books and library services to refugees in the Rio Grande Valley.

The Art of Enthusiasm Sat., May 7, 2016 at 2pm Online gurus and children’s book evangelists Travis Jonker, Colby Sharp, and John Shumacher discuss promoting your favorite literature for kids, making the most of online resources, and spreading the culture of book love and enthusiasm amongst readers of every age.

The Big Read: through May 2016 Join us for The Big Read featuring Into the Beautiful North by Luis Alberto Urrea. Set near the U.S.-Mexico border, the book will be our inspiration to explore the theme of immigrants and immigration through book discussions, movies, and events throughout Evanston.

Community Book Discussions of Into the Beautiful North Bookends & Beginnings, 1712 Sherman Avenue, Alley #1; Tue., Jan. 19, 2016, 11am–Noon Ridgeville Park District, 908 Seward St.; Thu., Feb. 18, 2016, 7pm–8pm Curt’s Café–South, 1813 Dempster St.; Sat., Mar. 12, 2016, 11am–Noon Levy Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Fri., Mar 18, 2016, 11.am–Noon EPL North Branch, 2026 Central St.; Thu., Mar. 31, 2016, 7pm–8pm Curt’s Café–North, 2922 Central St.; Thu., Apr. 7, 2016, 10am–11am EPL Chicago Ave./Main St. Branch, 900 Chicago Ave.; Mon, May 23, 2016, 7pm–8pm

The Big Read Keynote Speaker: Luis Alberto Urrea, author of Into the Beautiful North Luis Alberto Urrea shares his story of transformation from his beginnings on a dirt street in Tijuana to Pulitzer Prize finalist and beloved storyteller. Wed., March 9, 2016, 7pm at the Evanston Township High School Auditorium, 1600 Dodge Ave.

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Author Talks and Lectures Rick Perlstein reads from The Invisible Bridge Mon., Jan. 25, 2016 at 7pm, Main Library The Fall of Nixon and the Rise of Reagan, Listed among the 100 Notable Books of 2014 by the New York Times Book Review. Shakespeare in the Middle East Mon., Feb. 8 at 7pm, Main Library, Community Meeting Room Buffett Institute Visiting Scholar Riad Ismat, award winning Syrian playwright and short-story writer, discusses Shakespearean influences in Middle Eastern Literary traditions.

How We Almost Lost Macbeth Sun., Feb. 14 at 3pm, Main Library, Community Meeting Room The First Folio of Shakespeare, published in 1623, is a unique literary treasure. Join Helen Page, Professor Emeritus of English at Oakton Community College and Joseph Page, actor with Muse of Fire Theatre Company, to explore the significance of the First Folio, considered by many to be one of the greatest books ever printed in English.

Navigating Real Life Diversity with Your Kids: Becoming Allies This series explores the meaning of “allyship” and how to become better allies through listening and supporting one another across differences.

What You Weren’t Taught in School: Systems of Power and Oppression and a Lesson in Evanston history. Thurs., Feb. 18, 2016 at 6:30-8:30pm, the ETHS Welcome Center E112 with Noor Ali and Dino Robinson.

The Toolbox Session: Practical Tips for Ally Development Tues., March 22, 2016, 6:30p-8:30pm at the ETHS Welcome Center E112 with Elisabeth “Biz” Lindsay-Ryan and Sunny Nakae Sponsored by the PTA Council of Evanston/Skokie in partnership with the Evanston Public Library, Evanston/Skokie School District 65, Youth and Opportunities Unlimited (Y.O.U.), Family Focus, YWCA Evanston/North Shore, and the James B. Moran Center for Youth Advocacy. No registration is necessary.

Computer Classes Basic Excel Thurs., Dec.3 and Thurs., Dec. 10 at 3pm, Seminar Room, Third Floor Students must bring their own laptop with version Excel 2007 or later, and register for both sessions, by calling the Reference Desk at 847-448-8630.

Social Media 101: The Basics of Social Media for Small Businesses Tues., Dec. 8 at 7pm, Community Meeting Room A representative from Constant Contact explains the five most popular social media networks and how to decide what is right for your business. Registration is requested but not required. Register at 847-448-8630.

Using the Cloud Thurs., Dec. 17 at 3pm, Seminar Room, Third Floor

Law at the Library Each program features a presentation by an experienced attorney, followed by a brief question and answer series. Main Library. Cleaning Up Your Credit: Thurs., Jan. 14, 7pm Changes in Tax Law: Thurs., Feb. 11, 7pm Buying and Selling a Home: Thurs., March 10, 7pm Employment Law: Thurs., April 14, 7pm Estate Planning: Thurs., May 12, 7pm

The Chat Room A series bringing Evanstonians together in different Evanston locations to talk about popular media. Dr. Who: Wed., Dec. 16 at 6pm, Comix Revolution (606 Davis St.). Chat with other fans of the Doctor, and pregame the next week’s Christmas Special. The Oscars: Wed., Feb. 24 at 6pm, the Evanston Rhythm Room at Century Theater (1715 Maple Ave). Chat about all things Oscars a few days before the 88th annual Academy Awards. The X-Files: Tues., March 1 at 6pm, The Celtic Knot (626 Church St). After 14 years, the X-Files is back! Come chat with other fans a week after the last episode of the reboot.

More Programs for Children Drop In Events at the Main Library

The Young and the Restless Every Thurs. at 9:30am in the Community Meeting Room, except Dec. 24 and Dec. 31. Bring your infant, 1 or 2 year old for a sing-along storytime followed by free play. Learn songs, meet people and introduce young patrons to the library!

Preschool Storytime Every Wed. at 10:30 am, except Dec. 23 and Dec. 30. Bring your 3, 4, 5 or 6 year old for fast-paced preschool stories and songs!

Jammie Time Third Thursday of the month (11/19, 12/17, 1/21, 2/18, 3/17, 4/21, 5/19) at 7pm. (Stories aimed at ages 2–9.) Evanston Public Library does your bedtime storytime for you once a month! Bring the whole family in pajamas (optional).

Family Films Sat. and Sun., first and third weekends at 2pm. Your whole family is welcome at the Main Children’s Room to watch great family films together on the big screen.

Chinese New Year Festival Storytime Bilingual storytelling and crafts Feb. 6, 2016 at 2pm. Listen to traditional stories in English and Chinese, do some New Year’s crafts, and then—a children’s Lion Dance parade! A special welcome to students in Mandarin Chinese classes at ETHS and Bessie Rhodes Magnet School and their families.

February Storytimes (require registration) Come in or call 847-448-8610 to register. Registration begins on Jan. 18, 2016 • Infant Rhymetime (under 12 months) • Book Babies (1 year olds) • Time for Two’s (2 year olds) • All by Myself (3-5 year olds) • Evening Family Storytime and Craft (3–7 yrs.), working parent-friendly. Winter Words! January 2016 (3 yrs. and younger) Sign up your child for a Winter reading program. Track your Reading and Talking on our reading log. After completion, take home a free board book. Month of January; the Main Children’s Room and both branches. Spring Words! April 2016 (3 yrs. and younger) Come sing or chant posted nursery rhymes to your child. Take home a keyring loaded with rhymes for on-the-go times. Month of April; the Main Children’s Room and both branches.

Just for Teens Winter Break Movies at The Loft, Main Library The Avengers: Mon., Dec. 21, 2pm Jurassic Park: Wed., Dec. 23, 2pm Guardians of the Galaxy: Tue., Dec. 29, 2pm

Support the Library We need your support. Please consider making a tax deductible contribution in order to continue providing high-quality unique programming and services throughout the community. Make your gift today at epl.org/donate or call 847-448-8657.

Volunteer Volunteers help us serve the community in a variety of ways. For more information, visit Volunteer Evanston at volunteerevanston.org or contact Volunteer Coordinator Mary Kling at 847-448-8645.

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