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We've Got A Full Week Lined Up 📅
Sponsored by Pestinger Law
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In this issue:
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| | Monday, August 10Hatchet Burger's Secret Sandwich StandTime: 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: Varies
Location: Oskar
This week's pop-up features smashburgers, a green chile butter burger, a rodeo burger, a vegetable fritter sandwich, and a smoked pork jalapeño cheddar sausage. 
Evanston Open Mic NightTime: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: No cover
Location: Sketchbook Brewing Co.
Sketchbook Brewing hosts a monthly open mic featuring comedy, music, poetry, and storytelling. Performers of all ages can sign up starting at 6:00 PM and the mic opens at 6:30 PM.
Candlelight YogaTime: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Cost: $14.00 Residents / $18.22 Non-Residents
Location: Robert Crown Community Center
End your Monday with a relaxing and restorative candlelight yoga class meant to bring peace and calmness to your mind and body.
Tuesday, August 11Starlight Concert: Cecy Santana BandTime: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Leah LoMar Park
Cecy Santana Band performs bossa nova as part of Evanston’s Starlight Concerts in the Park series. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Yarn & BeyondTime: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Teens and adults can work on knitting, crochet, and other fiber projects while meeting fellow hobbyists. Basic materials are available, and library staff can help with inspiration or troubleshooting.
Wednesday, August 12Concerts on the Ridge: Gerald McClendonTime: 6:00 PM - dusk
Cost: Free
Location: Ridgeville Park
Gerald McClendon performs as part of Ridgeville Park District’s weekly Concerts on the Ridge series. Cocina Azteca, Firehouse Grill, and Katz Cookies will be on-site with food and drinks for purchase.
Curiosity Cafe: The History of Recreational Sailing on the Great LakesTime: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston History Center
Curiosity Cafe features an informal discussion with Chicago Maritime Museum curator Madeline Crispell about recreational sailing on the Great Lakes. Coffee and tea are provided, and attendees may bring lunch.
Thursday, August 13Summer Thursday Flamenco SeriesTime: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: $5.00 - $7.00 cover
Location: Peckish Pig
This biweekly summer series features Spanish flamenco dance and guitar performances by Ronaldo Monge and fellow musicians. A dinner purchase is required for table seating.
Downtown Summer Sounds: Funkadesi Sextet featuring Pavithra AnandTime: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Fountain Square
Funkadesi members perform a set centered on Bollywood and Desi music, featuring Pavithra Anand with the band’s global jam ensemble. The event also includes children’s art activities, food trucks, and drinks for sale from Sketchbook Brewing and Five & Dime.
Everybody Rides Group RideTime: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Wheel & Sprocket
Wheel & Sprocket hosts a Thursday evening group bike ride at a 13–17 mph pace. Helmets are required, and bike lights are strongly encouraged.
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| | Monday, August 10Hearts of ReadersTime: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Adults from Misericordia Day Services lead a storytime with picture books for young children. The 30-minute program is designed for ages 1–5 and welcomes children with their caregivers.
Crown Outdoor StorytimeTime: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
Robert Crown Branch Library hosts outdoor storytime with stories and songs in the garden. Afterward, children can play with water tables, chalk, and toys.
Game On! Team Tabletop Game Design ChallengeTime: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Teams of fourth and fifth graders will design and build a tabletop game during five afternoon sessions. The series ends with a family showcase.
Wednesday, August 12Kid’s Crocheting WorkshopTime: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: $40.00
Location: Pink & Tan Studio at Noyes Cultural Arts Center
Rising fourth through sixth graders will learn slip knots, single crochet, and increase and decrease stitches. Each participant will make a flower charm and receive a beginner crochet kit.
Storytime 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.
Printmaking: Eraser ArtTime: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
Students in grades 6–12 will carve a design into an eraser and print it with an inkpad. Participants can share their finished designs with the group.
Thursday, August 13Jammie TimeTime: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
This drop-in storytime features books, songs, and activities for children in PreK through Grade 2. Kids can wear pajamas and bring a stuffed animal, and all ages are welcome.
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| Upcoming Concerts and Live Music |
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Monday, August 10
Tuesday, August 11
Wednesday, August 12 Gerald McClendon (Concerts on the Ridge) at Ridgeville Park, 6:00 PM, Free Nikki O'Neill Trio (Lunch on the Lake Series) at Kahn Pavilion / Cohen Lawn at Norris, 12:00 PM, Free The Sullivan Sisters at Celtic Knot Public House, 6:30 PM, No cover Fink at Evanston SPACE, 7:30 PM, $33.90 Event Horizon Quartet at Prairie Moon Restaurant, 9:00 PM, $7.00
Thursday, August 13 Downtown Summer Sounds: Funkadesi Sextet featuring Pavithra Anand at Fountain Square, 6:00 PM, Free The January Lanterns at Kahn Pavilion, Cohen Lawn at Norris, 7:30 PM, Free Kenny Reichert Trio at Local Note Jazz Club, 7:30 PM and 9:30 PM, $15.00 - $20.00 Thumpin' Thursday Hosted by the Canal Jumpers at American Legion Post 42, 8:00 PM, No cover Chris Smither at Evanston SPACE, 8:00 PM, $27.27 - $47.17
Friday, August 14
Saturday, August 15
Sunday, August 16
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| Trivia and Game Night Roundup |
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Monday, August 10
Tuesday, August 11 Party Party Party Game Night at Evanston Games and Cafe, 6:00 PM, No cover Trivia at Evanston Pour, 6:00 PM, No cover Music Bingo at Double Clutch Brewing Company, 7:00 PM, No cover Tuesday Night Bingo at Pizzeria DeVille, 7:00 PM, No cover Trivia at Prairie Moon Restaurant, 8:00 PM, No cover
Wednesday, August 12
Thursday, August 13
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