Evanston Events Calendar: See What's Happening This Weekend

Evanston IL

16 September, 2021

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EVANSTON, IL — Ready for a family outing? Hoping to spend a night out with friends? Patch has you covered with several events and happenings taking place this week throughout Evanston. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this weekend. Want to add an upcoming event? Whether you're planning a festival, a talent show, or fashion show, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this weekend's events in and near Evanston: Pre-Purchase Home Ownership Workshop When: Thursday, September 16th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Online/Zoom What: A four-part, 8-hour series - Monday, September 13 - Thursday, September 16 Note: Participants must register for all four sessions. This pre-purchase course provides prospective homebuyers with an understanding of housing affordability, the home purchase process, credit readin... Learn More Featured Event: St. Peter's UCC Annual Rummage Sale When: Friday, September 17th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 8013 Laramie Ave What: St. Peter's UCC's huge annual Rummage Sale returns Friday and Saturday, September 17 & 18, 2021 (9am-3pm) for its 28th year! Last year's COVID-safe sale was a success, and and we will keep many of the safety protocols in place for this year's sale. We require masks be worn whi... Learn More Featured Event: St. Peter's UCC Annual Rummage Sale (Richard Schneider) Featured Event: The Writing Room: A workshop for writers and storytellers When: Friday, September 17th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Virtual What: The Writing Room, Story Jam's popular series 6-week-long series for writers and storytellers, and resumes online beginning September 17th from 1-4 pm. Story Jam is a Wilmette-based company that offers storytelling classes and hosts live music and storytelling events.  In the spiri... Learn More Featured Event: The Writing Room: A workshop for writers and storytellers (Marya Morris) Featured Event: Fall Fest Des Plaines When: Friday, September 17th at 6:00 p.m. Where: 2200 Lee St, Des Plaines, IL, 60018 What: Ride On and Rock Out at the 12th annual Fall Fest, September 17–19 www.FallFestDesPlaines.com Fall Fest, Des Plaines' favorite family-friendly festival, is back for the twelfth year, with food, music, fun, games, and dozens of activities. Lake Park, at 2200 Lee Street, will on... Learn More Featured Event: Fall Fest Des Plaines (Des Plaines Park District) Eviction Prevention When: Friday, September 17th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Online/Zoom What: With the moratorium on evictions ending, Open Communities is hosting this eviction prevention workshop on multiple days to help those possibly facing eviction. Geared toward both landlords and tenants – especially justice impacted individuals – this workshop provides communica... Learn More Jamming Jean is Live and Outside with Chicago's Own Funkadesi on Sept. 17 When: Friday, September 17th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Levy Senior Center What: Named "Best World Music Group" by the Chicago Reader and "Most Outstanding Band" by the Chicago Music Awards, Chicago-based Funkadesi world music group blends Indian music — bhangra, Bollywood, Indian folk — with reggae, funk, and Afro-Caribbean grooves. This award-winning mul... Learn More Featured Event: St. Peter's UCC Annual Rummage Sale When: Saturday, September 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 8013 Laramie Ave What: St. Peter's UCC's huge annual Rummage Sale returns Friday and Saturday, September 17 & 18, 2021 (9am-3pm) for its 28th year! Last year's COVID-safe sale was a success, and we will keep many of the safety protocols in place for this year's sale. We require masks be worn whi... Learn More Featured Event: St. Peter's UCC Annual Rummage Sale (Richard Schneider) Featured Event: Fall Fest Des Plaines When: Saturday, September 18th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 2200 Lee St What: Ride On and Rock Out at the 12th annual Fall Fest, September 17–19www.FallFestDesPlaines.com Fall Fest, Des Plaines' favorite family-friendly festival, is back for the twelfth year, with food, music, fun, games, and dozens of activities. Lake Park, at 2200 Lee Street, will onc... Learn More Featured Event: Fall Fest Des Plaines (Des Plaines Park District) 3rd-5th Grade Intro to Piven (Saturday) When: Saturday, September 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Piven Theatre What: Perfect for the young student who wants to begin exploring theatre arts in a fun, supportive environment! Students stretch their creative muscles through theatre games while they begin to discover the art of storytelling and improvisation. This class provides the perfect intro... Learn More D65 Vaccine Clinic (Second Dose) - Dewey Elementary School When: Saturday, September 18th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Dewey Elementary School What: Event listing from Dewey Elementary School: Saturday, September 18 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PMIn partnership with the City of Evanston's Health and Human Services Department, District 65 is hosting a mass vaccination clinic at the JEH gym on Saturday, August 28 (first dose) and Sa... Learn More 6th-8th Grade Improv, Story, and Scene When: Saturday, September 18th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Piven Theatre What: Students learn about improvisation ensembles, story theatre, and scene study in this class that explores all that the Piven Technique has to offer. During the Fall Session, class focuses on improvisation as a tool for young actors in scene rehearsals. In the Spring Session, st... Learn More Two family "TIME TO CLEAR OUT THINGS" Garage sale When: Saturday, September 18th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 1430 Asbury Ave What: Come to alley in back of the house! Dining room table, end tables, lamps, lots of home decor ( wall art, floor vases. bathroom accessories, picture frames, decorative pieces etc), umbrella stroller, costume jewelry, women's and men's clothing PLUS MUCH MORE! Wide variety of it... Learn More Virtual Improv and Story-Building for Ages 9-13 When: Saturday, September 18th at 11:00 a.m. Where: Piven Theatre via Zoom! What: Join a dedicated ensemble of young storytellers and explore a unique, virtual approach to the Piven method. We use improv games to create original characters, locations, and stories, all while taking advantage of Zoom to hone on-camera technique. Students will gain skills as a... Learn More Party on the Playground When: Saturday, September 18th at 4:00 p.m. Where: Learning Bridge Early Education Center What: PARTY ON THE PLAYGROUND Please join the Board of Directors of Learning Bridge Early Education Center to celebrate as we enter our 77th year of operation. Since 1944 Learning Bridge has sought to serve the working people of Evanston and their children; and to this day we contin... Learn More Featured Event: Vintage Garage in Evanston - 75 Vendors When: Sunday, September 19th at 10:00 a.m. Where: 1800 Maple Self Park What: 1800 Maple Self-Park Garage in Evanston. Grab a friend (or two) and come spend a couple hours in nostalgic bliss at the only true vintage market on Chicago's Northshore. We know you will find something you just can't live without! (Remember to keep your parking ticket until ex... Learn More Featured Event: Vintage Garage in Evanston - 75 Vendors (vintagegaragechicago) Featured Event: Lawmaking Through International Human Rights Framework: U.S. Immigration Policy When: Sunday, September 19th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Community House Winnetka What: Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz, State Representative for Illinois' 17th District, will speak on the topic, Lawmaking Through International Human Rights Framework: Does U.S. Immigration Policy Violate the Refugee Convention and What is the Role of State Policymakers? Rep. Gong-Gersh... Learn More Featured Event: Lawmaking Through International Human Rights Framework: U.S. Immigration Policy (Lake Shore Unitarian Society) Featured Event: Fall Fest Des Plaines When: Sunday, September 19th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 2200 Lee St What: Ride On and Rock Out at the 12th annual Fall Fest, September 17–19 www.FallFestDesPlaines.com Fall Fest, Des Plaines' favorite family-friendly festival, is back for the twelfth year, with food, music, fun, games, and dozens of activities. Lake Park, at 2200 Lee Street, will on... Learn More Featured Event: Fall Fest Des Plaines (Des Plaines Park District) Featured Event: Taste of Evanston When: Sunday, September 19th at 3:00 p.m. Where: 225 Greenwood St What: Date: September 19, 2021Time: 3 - 6pmLocation: Charles Dawes House225 GreenwoodEvanston, IL Parking: Free street parking Evanston Lightho... Learn More Featured Event: Taste of Evanston (ELRC) "Helping Our Community" distribution When: Sunday, September 19th at 11:00 a.m. Where: The Salvation Army Evanston Corps Community Center What: Hundreds of free school supplies and personal care items will be available at the "Helping Our Community" distribution on Sunday, Sept. 19. Anyone living in Evanston is welcome to visit The Salvation Army Evanston Corps Community Center at 1403 Sherman Avenue between 11:00 a.m... Learn More Homecoming Spirit Day - Pajama Day - Evanston Township High School When: Monday, September 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Monday, September 20 (all day)Come Dressed in your favorite PJ's! Learn More Picture Day! - Nichols Middle School When: Monday, September 20th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Nichols Middle School What: Event listing from Nichols Middle School: Monday, September 20 (all day)This is a prepay site and ordering will be closed at 8:00 am the day after Picture Day to process the orders.CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE ORDER FORM FOR NICHOLS If parents miss prepaying you will have a chance... Learn More SASH (Sophomore) Picture Day - Evanston Township High School When: Monday, September 20th at 8:30 a.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Monday, September 20 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PMSophomore Yearbook Photos will be in the Auditorium! Learn More The VIRTUAL 37th Annual American Craft Exposition (ACE) premier fine craft show - Sept. 20-26 When: Monday, September 20th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Online at https://americancraftexpo.org/ What: The VIRTUAL 37th Annual ACE will be held Sept. 20-26, 2021. The American Craft Exposition brings together over 100 superior artisans exhibiting one-of-a-kind pieces, luxury collections and uniquely creative, museum quality artwork. Many artists will be unveiling new pieces fo... Learn More Personnel, Building & Grounds, Finance Committee When: Monday, September 20th at 4:30 p.m. Where: Dewey Elementary School What: Event listing from Dewey Elementary School: Monday, September 20 from 4:30 PM to 11:59 PM Learn More Virtual FAN Event w/Eric Garcia & Steve Silberman When: Monday, September 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Monday, September 20 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PMWe're Not Broken: Changing the Autism Conversation Eric Garcia: Senior Washington correspondent at The Independent and author of We're Not Broken Steve Silberman: Award-wining sci... Learn More Homecoming Spirit Day - Tye Dye Tuesday When: Tuesday, September 21st at 12:00 a.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Tuesday, September 21 (all day)Come Dressed in your favorite Tye Dye! Learn More Navigating Junior Year Counselor Lesson (from US History) When: Tuesday, September 21st at 8:30 a.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Tuesday, September 21 from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PMJuniors meet in counselor-specific rooms during their US History class period to discuss junior year standardized testing and post-high school planning. Blocks 1, 3, and L1/5 meet to... Learn More The VIRTUAL 37th Annual American Craft Exposition (ACE) premier fine craft show – Sept. 20-26 When: Tuesday, September 21st at 9:00 a.m. Where: Online at https://americancraftexpo.org/ What: The American Craft Exposition brings together over 100 superior artisans exhibiting one-of-a-kind pieces, luxury collections and uniquely creative, museum quality artwork. Many artists will be unveiling new pieces for the first time throughout the week. ACE is The Auxiliary of... Learn More 4th-8th Grade Intro to Piven (Tuesday) When: Tuesday, September 21st at 4:30 p.m. Where: Piven Theatre What: This class is ideal for both new and returning students who are eager to play theatre games alongside supportive ensemble members. Students are encouraged to celebrate each other's work and strengthen their team-building skills, all while telling stories and improvising. Learn More Financial Literacy When: Tuesday, September 21st at 6:00 p.m. Where: Online/Zoom What: Geared toward communities in Cook, DuPage, and Lake County, Illinois, this financial literacy workshop educates individuals on reaching short and long-term goals, maximizing income, budgeting, emergency funds, investment types, banking options, and retirement. It will also edu... Learn More GRADE 8 - Curriculum Night - Nichols Middle School When: Tuesday, September 21st at 6:00 p.m. Where: Nichols Middle School What: Event listing from Nichols Middle School: Tuesday, September 21 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMFamilies of 8th Grade StudentsSept. 21, 2021 6:00 PM Central TimeJoin Zoom Meeting:https://district65.zoom.us/j/9588232807Meeting ID: 958 823 2807 Learn More Evanston Black Advocacy Network (E-BAN) When: Tuesday, September 21st at 6:30 p.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Tuesday, September 21 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PMAre you the parent, guardian, grandparent, or teacher of a former, current or incoming Black ETHS student? Do you want to learn how you can advocate for and empower yourself and the ... Learn More Homecoming Spirit Day - Rep. Your Team When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Wednesday, September 22 (all day)Come Dressed in your favorite Team Gear! Learn More The VIRTUAL 37th Annual American Craft Exposition (ACE) premier fine craft show – Sept. 20-26 When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Where: Online at https://americancraftexpo.org/ What: American Craft Exposition brings together over 100 superior artisans exhibiting one-of-a-kind pieces, luxury collections and uniquely creative, museum quality artwork. Many artists will be unveiling new pieces for the first time throughout the week. ACE is The Auxiliary of Nor... Learn More Volunteer Fair - Evanston Township High School When: Wednesday, September 22nd at 11:00 a.m. Where: Evanston Township High School What: Event listing from Evanston Township High School: Wednesday, September 22 from 11:00 AM to 1:15 PMGet involved TODAY! Stop by the Volunteer Fair in the MAIN LOBBY on your way to lunch. Open lunch periods (periods 4,5,6) only. Contact Diana Balitaan, x7662. SERVICE MATTERS--Mea... Learn More See all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the Evanston Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.