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10 ideas for Evanston’s future
In November 2011, Evanston 150 announced the final result of the community’s selection of Ten Big Ideas to celebrate Evanston’s 150th anniversary in 2013. Visit http://evanston150.org for more information. …
Evanston: the past, present and future
On Dec. 29, 1863, Evanston as it is known today came into existence. To celebrate the city’s 150th anniversary, we look back at how Evanston came to be, study how it is today and explore its prospective future. The past Though not officially incorporated until …
MARKET FOR ALL SEASONS: Year-round farmers market
Mission: To create a vibrant year-round farmers market providing access to locally and regionally produced foods in an engaging community-gathering place. Evanston wants to have the best regional market as defined by its producers and provide engaging, entertaining activities for the whole family. The market …
LEARN TO WORK & WORK TO LEARN:Vocational co-op technical school
Mission: Develop a significant workforce development program and process to meet 21st-century workforce needs of Evanston’s residents. Focused on creating and sustaining pathways to successful careers and citizenship through learning and job experiences for opportunity youth (youth ages 16 through 24 that are out of …
THE MORE YOU KNOW: Neighborhood literacy centers with free Wi-Fi
Mission: Establish fully functional neighborhood literacy centers in geographically different areas of Evanston. In addition to providing conventional library services and events, these facilities will promote community learning with a focus on technology. This project will also establish free Wi-Fi citywide in order for residents …
HERE’S TO OUR HEALTH: Community health center
Mission: Build a community health center that would provide high quality and affordable medical, dental and preventive care for all, regardless of ability to pay, for those who are uninsured and under-insured. The center would provide laboratory and x-ray services, patient case management, pharmacy services, …
LITTLE AND LEARNING: Universal preschool
Mission: The Little and Learning partnership is working to provide the foundation for positive outcomes in school through high-quality, affordable and consistent early childhood experiences with the goal that all Evanston children are ready for kindergarten and prepared for success later in life. The Team: …
WALK ‘N’ ROLL: Improved safety and enjoyment for pedestrians and bicyclists
Mission: Walk ‘n’ Roll is committed to making Evanston safer and more enjoyable for walkers and bikers. Accomplishments: Weekly Bike Corral: Walk ‘n’ Roll established a weekly bike corral at the Evanston Farmers Market that allowed bikes to be kept safe while browsing the market …
WATER WATER EVERYWHERE: Enhanced water recreation, and all children will learn to swim
Mission: Water Water Everywhere seeks to improve the health, wellness and safety of all Evanston community members by ensuring that they have access to water recreation, whether by providing free beach access, building a state of the art green technology outdoor water pool/water park or …
GREEN AND CLEAN: Make Evanston one of the greenest cities in America
Mission: Make Evanston one of the greenest cities in the United States. Become carbon neutral, conserve water and create sustainable sources of energy. Balance carbon released with an equivalent amount absorbed through planting trees and vegetation. Promote responsible water use and conservation by installing rain …
EDIBLE EVANSTON: Sustainable local food sources
Mission: Edible Evanston seeks to develop sustainable local food sources by creating urban farms, community gardens, greenhouses and composting sites. Through these sites, Edible Evanston will provide educational opportunities for individuals to expand their knowledge of nutrition, growing food and composting. The program will also …
EVANSTON TEEN CENTER: A world-class youth development center
Mission: Evanston Teen Center (ETC) is charged with creating a world-class youth development center, which encourages personal growth and development of youth. In the coming year, ETC plans to continue surveying youth, gather information about current services and programs and unite with existing youth serving …
Events to honor Evanston’s 150th anniversary
Evanston150, Celebrate!2013, the City of Evanston and community partner organizations have organized a variety of events to honor Evanston’s 150th anniversary year and the yearlong theme of “Volunteer. Celebrate. Engage.” The diverse calendar includes volunteer opportunities, educational programs, art exhibits and theater performances. The entire …
Not your average mother; not your average gift
Flowers, perfume and jewelry are fine for some moms but not yours. Your mom is exceptional — brilliant even — and she deserves a gift that reflects your adulation for her. Something that she wants most of all: time spent with you. Here are some …
Sprightly spring container gardens
Whether you have lots of space or barely any at all, container gardens can spice up the inside or outside of your home. Use container gardens to decorate the front stoop, to provide a dynamic backyard spot for entertaining, to beautify the facade of your …
How to spring life back into your home
With winter almost behind us, everyone’s minds have turned to spring and warmer months. Suddenly, our homes look like us: dull and gray from enduring a long winter. Chunky knit blankets now seems too heavy, paint colors from years before looks drab, and remnants from …
The big spring clean
As you start assessing your spring-cleaning plan, you may consider a professional service for long-neglected or larger tasks. However, for manageable projects that anyone in the family can do, here are a few tips from local cleaning experts. Violet Cleaning Service in Barrington recommended the …
Totally feasible ways to organize your home
Organizing can be a daunting undertaking, especially when the piles of mail and toys seem taller than Mount Everest. Personal organizers recommend taking a step back to get a good plan before tackling the summit of organization. It may also be the best step before …
New Morton Grove police cars ready for duty
When the Village of Morton Grove's police vehicles were ready for retirement, police chief Mark Erickson needed to make a decision. The old Crown Victorias had served the department well, but Ford was discontinuing the model. Erickson turned to Mayor Dan Staackmann for his advice. …
Chic on the cheap: Spring flowers
Tired of the gloomy weather? Brighten your home and your spirits with fresh flowers. Not only are flowers a good reminder of warmer weather, but they’re also a simple and inexpensive way to add a pop of color or a touch of elegance to any room.
A hearty fish dish for Lenten Fridays
Growing up Catholic meant my family always ate fish on Fridays during the six weeks of Lent leading up to Easter Sunday.
How two busy moms and one crockpot are transforming dinnertime
Meg Barnhart, founder of The Zen of Slow Cooking, and culinary expert Jane McKay are transforming the way we think about dinner by creating a website dedicated to producing more Zen and less stress in your daily life, especially around the dinner hour.
Alpha Phi advocates for women’s heart health
Alpha Phi, an international women’s fraternity, works to promote heart health education, especially for women. In 1956, the organization created the Alpha Phi Foundation in part to support heart care. The foundation’s Heart to Heart Grant, which is currently in its 20th year, funds education and research that supports improving women’s heart health. The recipient, chosen by a team of medical professionals and the foundation’s board of directors, will be announced late this February.
Financial fitness: How to get (and stay) debt-free
Get financially fit in 2013 with these tips. Track it One of the best ways to get financially fit is to start tracking where your money goes. Try keeping a record of your receipts and expenses for a year, which will help you gain a …
Highland Park approves theater liquor sales
HIGHLAND PARK — Patrons of the Landmark Theater in Highland Park’s Renaissance Place soon may be able to imbibe while taking in a movie. At the theater’s request, the Highland Park City Council created a new class of liquor license Monday.