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What’s On in Evanston This Week 🌷
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| | All WeekCentral Street Restaurant WeekTime: Varies, April 7th - April 13th
Cost: Varies
Location: Central Street
Explore Central Street’s diverse dining scene during its first-annual Restaurant Week. Over 13 local spots will offer specials and prix fixe menus, giving you a great reason to try something new or revisit a favorite. 
Monday, April 7History Book Discussion Group: Miles Harvey's The King of ConfidenceTime: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Explore the bizarre but true story of James Strang, a self-declared king who founded a pirate-funded Mormon kingdom on a Lake Michigan island. Author Miles Harvey joins in person to discuss The King of Confidence and this wild chapter of Midwest history.
Trivia at Double Clutch BrewingTime: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: No cover
Location: Double Clutch Brewing
Put your knowledge to the test at this weekly trivia night for a chance to win a $75 gift card or a growler of beer!
Blue Monday: Sean "Mack" McDonaldTime: 8:00 PM
Cost: $15.00
Location: Evanston SPACE
Come see guitarist and vocalist Sean “Mack” McDonald, a rising star in the blues world known for his soulful style and deep musical roots. 
Tuesday, April 8Cookbook & Puzzle SwapTime: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Do you have a cookbook that you no longer use? Perhaps a puzzle or two that you've already put together. Even if you don't have a book or puzzle to swap, come on by to grab something.
Evanston’s First Passive House: A 21st Century SolutionTime: 6:30 PM
Cost: $10.00 suggested donation
Location: Evanston History Center
Hear how Evanston’s first certified Passive House combines sustainability and historic design. Architect Nate Kipnis and homeowner Margaret Stender share lessons from its first year. 
Bier Hall Bingo at Double Clutch BrewingTime: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: No cover
Location: Double Clutch Brewing
Guaranteed to make your Tuesday less of a drag, Double Clutch has bingo every Tuesday hosted by Muffy Fishbasket. It's free to play, there's prizes every round, and a cash prize in the final game!
Wednesday, April 9Cousins Maine Lobster Food TruckTime: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: Varies
Location: Howard St. Jewel Osco Parking Lot
Enjoy a visit from the Cousins Maine Lobster food truck, serving up fresh lobster rolls, tacos, and more.
South Side Impresarios: A Lecture and RecitalTime: 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Galvin Recital Hall
Hear pianist Samantha Ege perform Florence Price’s Sonata in E Minor and Camila Cortina Bello’s Bravura, and share insights from her new book, South Side Impresarios: How Race Women Transformed Chicago’s Classical Music Scene.
What Exactly is Ekphrasis? Poetry Workshop & Book LaunchTime: 6:00 PM
Cost: $40.00
Location: Bookends & Beginnings
Join poet Virginia Bell for a workshop on ekphrastic poetry, featuring writing prompts, a reading, and a discussion of her new collection. Arrive early for a pre-event Happy Hour at the MiniBar. All participants receive a free copy of her book. 
Adult Tabletop GamingTime: 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Love playing RPGs and board games? Come join an epic evening of fun and games where you will be playing a variety of games like Call of Cthulhu, Monster of the Week and more.
Broadway Open Mic at TheoTime: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: No cover
Location: Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre
Bring your favorite sheet music and take the stage or simply sit back and enjoy an evening of Broadway tunes. Pianist Alex Newkirk will accompany performers, and a cash bar will be available throughout the night.
Thursday, April 10Missed ConnectionsTime: 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $7.00
Location: 555 Clark Street
Catch this Northwestern University student-written folk musical preview ahead of its run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer. Set in 1997 rural Kentucky, the story follows the final day of a beloved community bar as locals face shifting relationships and uncertain futures.
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Owned and operated by Candice Gresham, a local mother of twins with extensive caregiver experience. All WeekTime-Together Open PlayTime: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Tuesday - Thursday
Cost: First visit is free! $12.00 per child or a 10-visit punch pass for $100.00
Location: Chandler-Newberger Recreation Center
Parents and caregivers can bring children ages birth to five for open play at the Chandler-Newberger Community Center. This program features climbing equipment, blocks, puzzles, a book nook, and more. Little ones will explore while adults can connect with other families.
Let's Play Open GymTime: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost: $10.00 Residents/$13.00 Non-Residents, punch cards available
Location: Prieto Community Center
Parents with energetic kids can visit Prieto’s drop-in playroom. Children over one year old can play and socialize while adults connect. Includes access to a sensory room designed to support sensory regulation.
Monday, April 7Crown StorytimeTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM, and 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
Join EPL for a fun session of stories and songs at the Robert Crown Branch! Please register under your child's name only. The button below is for the 10:30 AM session. Click here for the 11:00 AM session.
All By MyselfTime: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
This storytime is designed for children ages 3–5 who are ready to participate independently. Kids will enjoy stories, songs, and crafts in a fun and supportive setting just for them.
Tuesday, April 8Frog on a Log StorytimeTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Booked
Frog on a Log is a twice-weekly storytime for children up to age 5 and their caregivers, featuring songs and stories led by Booked’s own Mr. Gus on his ukulele. Kids and caregivers are invited to gather on the rainbow rug for this fun, musical storytime.
Time for TwosTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Share a fun-filled storytime with your toddler featuring songs, picture books, puppets, and rhymes. Designed for children ages 24 to 36 months with a parent, grandparent, or caregiver.
Wednesday, April 9Ecology Half Day CampTime: 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Cost: $63.00 Residents/$82.00 Non-Residents
Location: Lovelace Park
After school lets out, you can spend the afternoon exploring nature through outdoor games, critter encounters, and crafts. Enjoy time with the Ecology Center team and recharge with a provided snack.
Rebel STEAMers: Indoor GardeningTime: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
Learn how to create your own indoor garden with hands-on planting activities. You'll explore how to regrow vegetables from kitchen scraps and take home herbs or wildflowers. Open to students in grades 5–9.
3D Printed Croc CharmsTime: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Customize your Crocs with up to three personalized charms you design and 3D print yourself. You'll learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad in the library's Innovation Station. Moderate computer skills are recommended.
Thursday, April 10The Young and the RestlessTime: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Join EPL's infant through two-year-old indoor sing-along storytime. Get ready for Tick Tock, Tick Tock, We Are the Dinosaurs, Three Little Ducks, and more.
Artsy ThursdayTime: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Bright Horizons
Join Bright Horizons for engaging art activities for you and your child. Unleash your inner artist and connect with other families.
Jammie TimeTime: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Visit the library in your jammies and listen to stories, sing songs, and have fun. Books are for those in PreK and up to Grade 2, but all ages welcome.
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| | Saturday, April 26Independent Bookstore Day: Chicagoland Bookstore CrawlTime: All day
Cost: Free
Location: Various Chicagoland Bookstores
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day by joining the annual Chicagoland Bookstore Crawl. Visit 10 or 15 stores in one day to earn year-long discounts at participating shops. Evanston favorites Booked and Bookends & Beginnings are part of the fun.
Sunday, May 4Lakeshore Shuffle 5KTime: 9:00 AM
Cost: $38.00 Residents / $49.00 Non-residents
Location: Course Map
Join a scenic 5K race along Evanston’s lakefront with sweeping views of Lake Michigan. Participants can run, walk, or use strollers and mobility aids. The race is timed, and finishers will receive a medal.
Thursday, May 8Spring Sip & StrollTime: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: $10.00
Location: Downtown Evanston
Explore Downtown Evanston with friends and family during this self-guided stroll featuring wine, bubbly, and non-alcoholic sips at local shops. Enjoy special shopping deals ahead of Mother’s Day and support Black Women of Evanston, the beneficiary of event proceeds. Check-in begins at Creative Coworking.
Sunday, May 1150th Annual Mother’s Day House WalkTime: 1:00 PM
Cost: $45.00 - $65.00
Location: Evanston History Center
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this Evanston tradition with a self-guided tour of architecturally and historically significant homes. The event offers rare access to private residences and includes entry to the Dawes House, home of the Evanston History Center.
Thursday, May 15Evanston Arts & Craft Beverage CrawlTime: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: $25.00-30.00 online, $39.00 at the door
Location: Multiple small businesses in SE Evanston
Visit pop-up art galleries curated by Evanston Made inside shops along Main, Dempster, and Chicago Avenue. Browse artwork, meet local artists, and sample craft beverages from Chicagoland with tasty pairings. Enjoy live entertainment along the way, take home a goody bag, and find a new local piece of art to take home!
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