Preseason Beach Token Sale Begins April 1
March 31, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Feature, News & Updates
Beginning Wednesday, April 1, Evanston and Skokie residents can save money on 2009 beach tokens during the annual preseason token sale. Beach tokens will be sold at the discounted resident price of $22/person through June 12. Fee assistance is available to help qualified Evanston residents with the purchase of tokens. In addition, a limited number of free tokens are available to residents who meet income guidelines. For more information, call 847-866-2900.
When Evanston ’s five swimming beaches open for the season on Saturday, June 13, token prices will increase to the regular season rate of $30 each for residents. Daily beach passes will be sold at beach entrances for $8 for those age 12 and older and $6 for children age 1-11. Children under one year of age are admitted free. Tokens can be purchased at all community centers and the Civic Center , 2100 Ridge Ave. To obtain the discount, proof of residency is required at the time of purchase.
Watch Disney’s “Bolt” FREE at the Library
March 31, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Upcoming Events
The Family Film selected for April is Bolt (2008, 96 min., PG). Bolt is a spoiled German shepherd who is the star of his own action TV show and living the good life. One day he is accidentally abandoned in his trailer, but he truly believes he still has the superpowers from his show. Along the way, he meets some friends who are trying to find their homes and they help him discover his true self. Join us Saturday, April 4, at 2 p.m. in the Barbara Friedberg Room in the Children’s Room at the Evanston Public Library, 1703 Orrington Ave.
Event Type: Children’s/ Family Program
Date: 4/4/2009
Start Time: 2:00 PM
End Time: 4:45 PM
Free Stargazing
March 27, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Feature, Upcoming Events
The Dearborn Observatory is open for public observing with the historic 18.5″ refracting telescope every Friday night from 9-11 pm.
The Friday sessions are open to anyone and there are two options for visiting:
9 to 10pm: One hour session by reservation only. Your group will be able to use the telescope for the full hour.
10 to 11pm: Walk-ins are welcome but space in the dome is limited. Therefore, there is no guarantee of getting to use the telescope if we are very crowded.
There is no charge for these Friday night events; however, we do require a refundable deposit for large group reservations. Additionally, the Dearborn Observatory is available for private viewing events on other evenings. Please call the Astronomy Department at (847) 491-7650 for more information or to place reservations.
All visitors should note the following information: the dome is neither heated nor air-conditioned. Please dress appropriately. Our event will be held “rain or shine.” Unfortunately, the Dearborn is NOT ADA-accessible. Several staircases must be climbed in order to reach the telescope.
How to Find Us
Dearborn Observatory can be a little tough to find, we are located behind Garrett Seminary on the Evanston Campus of Northwestern University. Parking is available in the lot just to the south of Garrett Seminary on the lake side of Sheridan Road.
Get Directions
FREE Financial Aid Workshop
March 23, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Upcoming Events
The Maddox Group will be holding a FREE Financial Aid Workshop at the Evanston Public Library March 24 & 25 to help students and parents understand the options available for college education funding. The Maddox Group provides an ideal opportunity for families that need financial guidance, top-shelf solutions and exceptional service. We are solely focused on serving the needs of everyday Americans who wish to protect their families, build the lifestyle of their dreams, and a financial future they can count on.
The Maddox Group is a financial advisory firm that empowers clients toward meaningful momentum through focused planning and innovative relationships.
We create value through:
- Strategic financial planning
- Innovative solutions
- Goal-oriented implementation
Our clients are financially responsible families and individuals from all walks of life that seek vision, direction and the professional resources needed for the financial challenges of today and the opportunities of tomorrow.
Workshop 1
When: Tuesday, March 24
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Evanston Public Library Community Meeting Room
Workshop 2
When: Wednesday, March 25
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Evanston Public Library Community Meeting Room
For more info call 1-877-837-8110 x85 or visit the Maddox Group Website
Great American Big Band Masterpieces
March 20, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Upcoming Events
Join Ron Surace and his orchestra, IN FULL SWING, for a musical program of big-band favorites, pre-WW I through the post WW II era of American popular music. The performance takes place Sunday March 22nd at 2:00 pm and will be held in the Community Meeting Room at the Evanston Public Library’s Main Branch.
Date: Sunday, March 22
Time: 2:00pm
Location: Evanston Public Library Community Meeting Room
Ron is a free lance pianist/director/educator in the Chicago metropolitan area. Ron is a studio teacher of jazz and classical piano at the Music Institute of Chicago in Lake Forest IL. As a jazz pianist he has performed at the: Green Dolphin Street, Pete Miller’s Steak House (Evanston and Wheeling), Andy’s Chicago, Pop’s For Champagne (Highwood and Chicago), Hotel Nikko Chicago, Blackhawk Lodge Chicago, Hothouse, Metropole Lounge Fairmont Hotel, Catch 35, Ritz Carlton Hotel Chicago, Hyatt Regency O’Hare, Drake Hotel Chicago, etc.
Ron studied jazz piano with Mr. George Shearing and is the director of both the “IFS” jazz orchestra and the Ron Surace Quartet/Trio. He has 4 CD releases on the Southport label: “The New Cool”, “Nearly Blue”, “Trio City” and “Trio City Two …The Return Of The Trio,” and on Columbia Pictures LP “Jazz Date: Kent State.”
Free Yoga Class
March 20, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Feature, Upcoming Events
Each Saturday morning Lululemon Athletica offers a complimentary yoga class at 9:00 am at there store in Downtown Evanston. Participant don’t have to have any experience, and all levels are welcome. Dress comfortably. You may choose to bring your own mat or use one of ours. Class time is 60 minutes.
Lululemon Athletica
1622 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 424-1512
Get Directions
Alice in Wonderland Performance
March 1, 2009 by Mr. Ofni
Filed under Upcoming Events
The Evanston Dance Ensemble returns one of its most popular productions in the company’s 12-year history to the stage in 2009, presenting Alice in Wonderland at The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie.
Under the artistic direction of Béa Rashid and Christina Ernst, Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of Alice’s trip down the rabbit hole is retold through innovative dance created by some of the top talents in the Chicago dance community and set on the 28 members of the youth dance company, who will be joined on the stage by several guest dance professionals.
Six years ago, EDE presented the company’s original production of Alice in Wonderland to sold-out audiences. In their re-interpretation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice, co-artistic directors Rashid and Ernst have added new scenes, new choreography, new characters, and stylistically have given the production a more contemporary feel.
“We are keeping the wonderful elements of our original production - the breathtaking costumes, the beautiful scenery, some of the original score - and we’re building on what was a very well-received production,” explains EDE founder Béa Rashid. “This is our 12th season and our ensemble members have had more dance training and more dance experience than when we created the show six years ago. Christina and I felt like we could advance the story with more rhythm-based choreography that is a bit more challenging for the dancers, but adds even more excitement to the production.”
Choreography for the 2009 production of Alice in Wonderland will be provided by professional artists from throughout the Chicago area, including: Mike Gosney, founder and director of Elements Contemporary Ballet; Allison Kurtz, associate program director for Dance Center Evanston and ensemble member of Striding Lion InterArts Workshop; Meghann Rose Wilkinson, ensemble member of Lucky Plush Productions; Julie Cartier, artistic director of Especially Tap Chicago Dance Company; and Stephanie Paul, co-founder and artistic director of Be the Groove. Dancer Ben Law, of Lucky Plush Productions, will be dancing the role of “The Mad Hatter,” and Kevin Durnbaugh of Be the Groove will give life to “The Duchess.” Special guest Craig Sjogerman, the creator of The Dr. Gesundheit Clown Therapy Show, plays “The King of Hearts” in the EDE production. The set design for the production is from Chicago artist Jim Estes and costumes have been created by Kitty Schweitzer, who is currently building costumes for the Broadway production of “Shrek.” Musician and composer Steve Rashid will contribute a few new pieces to the score for the 2009 production.
Alice in Wonderland
Friday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m
Saturday, March 7 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 p.m.
Special School Show on Friday March 6 at 10:00 am. Tickets only $5! If you know a school that would be interested in attending, have them call Paula at 847.328.6683
Tickets will go on sale in January and are available by calling The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts ticket office at 847.673.6300. Tickets are priced at $15.00 for children under 18, students and seniors, and $21.00 for adults. Premium seats are available for $20 for children and $25 for adults.