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| | Tuesday, March 17Hooley XXI 2026Time: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: No cover
Location: Celtic Knot Public House
This St. Patrick's Day event features live Irish music and dance. Dancers from the Mullane Godley Irish Dance Academy perform at noon followed by sets from local musicians. 
Roger & Rose Tiki Tavern St. Patrick’s DayTime: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: Varies
Location: Ward Eight
Ward Eight hosts a St. Patrick’s Day edition of its Roger & Rose Tiki Tavern. The night features Irish-inspired tiki drinks along with a special holiday food menu.
Wednesday, March 18Reading the Cards: a Tarot Study GroupTime: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $25.00 - $45.00
Location: Bookends & Beginnings
This workshop introduces the basics of reading tarot using Stefanie Caponi’s Guided Tarot and a Rider Waite Smith deck. Participants will try exercises focused on observation, symbolism, and storytelling while learning how to interpret cards.
Stitch at Sketch with Evanston StitchworksTime: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Sketchbook Brewing Evanston
Stitchers of all kinds are welcome for this twice-monthly meetup focused on embroidery, mending, and cross-stitch. RSVP required.
Decompress with Yin YogaTime: 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $27.17
Location: Noyes Cultural Arts Center
This slow-paced yin yoga session focuses on long stretches and mindful breathing, and ends with tea and conversation.
Thursday, March 19Terrarium WorkshopTime: 6:00 PM
Cost: $65.00
Location: Cultivate Urban Rainforest & Gallery
This workshop covers how to design, build, and care for a terrarium. Materials are provided, and participants will make a terrarium to take home.
NU Tango Quarterly MilongaTime: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost: $20.00 General / $10.00 NU Student
Location: Firehouse Grill
The Northwestern Tango Club hosts its quarterly milonga with music by DJ Christos.
Ramble On - EDE Rocks!Time: 7:30 PM
Cost: $21.00 - $31.00
Location: Josephine Louis Theatre
The Evanston Dance Ensemble explores the culture, attitude, and expansive reach of rock and roll music in this evening of dance.
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| | Monday, March 16Hearts of ReadersTime: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Misericordia Day Services adults bring their reading skills to the library for this 30-minutes all-abilities storytime.
Crown Storytime for Preschoolers and ToddlersTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
This storytime session at the Robert Crown Branch features stories and songs for young children. There is another session at 11:00 AM.
Tuesday, March 17Teen Advisory BoardTime: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
The Robert Crown Branch Library launches a new Teen Advisory Board for students in grades 6–12. Participants will build leadership and marketing skills, plan programs for younger kids, and help organize an end-of-year bonfire. Members will also take part in budgeting and elect the 2026–2027 board.
Wednesday, March 18Storytime DadsTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Booked
Mr. Greg and Mr. Michael lead a weekly storytime session for kids featuring stories, songs, and fun.
Read to Dogs with Rainbow Animal Assisted TherapyTime: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Children in grades K–5 can practice reading aloud with certified therapy dogs from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy.
Thursday, March 19Teen Anime ClubTime: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Teens can hang out in the Loft to talk anime and manga, try Japanese snacks, and learn basic animation techniques.
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| Upcoming Concerts and Live Music |
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Monday, March 16
Tuesday, March 17 Mulligan Stew at Celtic Knot Public House, 2:00 PM, No cover Tim O'Shea and Joe Nielsen at Celtic Knot Public House, 5:00 PM, No cover The Quarantones at American Legion Post 42, 7:00 PM, No cover Irish Music Session at Sketchbook Brewing Evanston, 7:30 PM, No cover Beautiful Vision: The Songs of Van Morrison at Evanston SPACE, 7:30 PM, $20.63 One of the Girls at Celtic Knot Public House, 8:00 PM, No cover
Wednesday, March 18
Thursday, March 19
Friday, March 20
Saturday, March 21
Sunday, March 22
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| Trivia and Game Night Roundup |
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Monday, March 16
Tuesday, March 17 Game Night at Evanston Games & Cafe, 3:00 PM, No cover Trivia at Evanston Pour, 6:00 PM, No cover Trivia at Prairie Moon Restaurant, 8:00 PM, No cover
Wednesday, March 18 Evanston Chess Club at Levy Center, 6:30 PM, Annual fee of $65.00 Residents/$85.00 Non-Residents Trivia at Ridgeville Tavern, 7:00 PM, No cover Trivia at Firehouse Grill, 7:00 PM, No cover
Thursday, March 19 Trivia at Stacked & Folded, 7:00 PM, No cover Trivia at Luna's Pub, 7:00 PM, No cover
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