Free: Evanston History Center’s Annual Holiday Open House

From http://evanstonhistorycenter.org/

Join us for an afternoon of holiday cheer at the Dawes House. Explore the majestic lakeside mansion decked out for the holidays, view EHC’s exhibits, and enjoy holiday treats, crafts for kids and live music in the Great Hall. 

1:00 pm – 2:30pm: Piano Music by Chris Mahieu2:30pm-3:30pm: Music with Marian McNair & Jim Fine

This event is free and open to the public!

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EHC’s 9th Annual Holiday Food Drive

In partnership with the Greater Chicago Food Depository, the EHC kicks off the 9th annual holiday food drive. Please consider donating to this important cause! All food collected will go directly to an Evanston food pantry to benefit area residents. Donations of nutritious, non-perishable food (no glass, please) will be accepted at the Dawes House, 225 Greenwood St., from Thursday, December 4 through Sunday, December 7 from 1pm to 4pm each day. 

The food drive is conducted in the spirit of the Dawes family.  Every year, the family put together baskets of food and goodies.  On Christmas Eve, all members of the family drove around Evanston, delivering the baskets to families in need.

EHC gratefully acknowledges Whole Foods Market for sponsoring the event.

This Saturday: Noyes Cultural Center Open Studios

The diverse artists who have studios at the Noyes Cultural Center are opening their doors for the public to visit.

Artists of all disciplines will be present: painters, printmakers, actors, dancers, singers, and acrobats. The event is family-friendly, and free art activities will be offered for kids. Food and beverages will also be available.

Contact Sarah Kaiser-Amaral at (773) 318-0163 for more information.

Saturday, Feb. 15, 4-7 p.m.
927 Noyes St.
Evanston, IL 60201

Celebrate Black History Month in Evanston

From the City of Evanston website:

Black History Month begins February 1. Celebrate with us!

Local organizations and groups are invited to submit Black History Month events and programs for posting on the City of Evanston's website. Information should be sent to Community Engagement Specialist Charliese Agnew at cagnew@cityofevanston.org.

Click here for a full month of events.  

Northwestern also has a long list of events, click here to visit the calendar.

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