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Out and about in Evanston 🎨
This issue is sponsored by Strength Wise
Strength Wise invites you to join us next Sunday, July 13.
See our space, meet our lifters and coaches, and enjoy bagels and sweets. We'll even offer a few lifting demos so you can experience our coaching style.
RSVP here. Families and kids are welcome. 
In this issue:Make sure to check the event before heading out in case of changes or cancellations!
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| | All WeekLakeside Sauna SessionsTime: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM Wednesday - Friday
Cost: $20.00
Location: Near the Church Street Boat Ramp
Start your day with a 30-minute sauna session by the lake. Quiet time is observed during the early sessions: 7:00 AM & 7:30 AM Wednesday–Friday. Bring water, a towel, and comfy clothes for easy changing. See below for the special discount being offered to Around Evanston readers in July. 
Monday, July 7Paint a Porcelain MugTime: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $75.00
Location: Artem Pop Up Gallery
Artist Sarita Kamat leads this workshop on painting porcelain mugs. Participants will design and paint their own mug, which will be heat-cured and ready for pickup after 48 hours.
Tuesday, July 8Lev Grossman: The Bright Sword Paperback LaunchTime: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $21.09
Location: Bookends & Beginnings
Bookends & Beginnings welcomes bestselling author Lev Grossman for the paperback launch of The Bright Sword. He’ll be in conversation with Julia Glass to talk about the novel and his fresh take on the King Arthur legend. Admission includes a signed copy of the book.
Wednesday, July 9Dance in the Parks PerformanceTime: 6:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Ridgeville Park
Dance in the Parks presents a free professional performance featuring works by Chicago-based choreographers and showcasing community youth talent.
Thursday, July 10Thursday Night Market + Downtown Summer Sounds: Chicken BoneTime: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Fountain Square
Downtown Evanston’s Thursday Night Market returns with over 30 local artists, makers, and retailers alongside live music from Chicken Bone, a high-energy party band playing hits from the ’60s to today. The evening also includes food vendors, kids’ activities from the Ridgeville Park District, and beverages from local breweries as part of the Downtown Summer Sounds concert series.
Artist Reception for Jim ParksTime: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Great Harvest Bread Co
Jim Parks showcases his latest artwork at Great Harvest Bread Co. during this evening reception. Guests can meet the artist, enjoy light refreshments, and explore recent updates to the shop with new owner Kate Weber.
Adult Tabletop GamingTime: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
This gaming night features a variety of tabletop RPGs such as Call of Cthulhu and Monster of the Week. For ages 18+, registration required.
Flamenco Performance on the PatioTime: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Cost: $5.00 cover to reserve table, dinner purchase required
Location: The Peckish Pig
Spanish guitarist Hugo Salcedo will be joined by dancers Nalanie Moline and Ronaldo Monge for a live flamenco performance on the patio. Dinner purchase required for table seating.
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| | All MonthDowntown Evanston Waldo Scavenger HuntTime: July 1 - August 2
Cost: Free
Location: All over Downtown Evanston
Throughout July, kids and families can hunt for Waldo in local businesses across Downtown Evanston using a special Waldo Passport. Passports can be picked up at participating local businesses or downloaded and printed at home. Participants who collect 20 or more business stamps can enter a prize drawing at a celebration party on August 2 at Bookends & Beginnings.
Main-Dempster Mile Waldo Scavenger HuntTime: July 1 - July 26
Cost: Free
Location: All over the Main-Dempster Mile
The Find Waldo scavenger hunt returns to the Main-Dempster Mile, inviting participants to search for Waldo in local businesses throughout July. Passports will be available starting July 1 at participating stores, and prizes will be awarded for collecting store stamps. A final celebration and prize drawing will be held at Booked on July 26.
Monday, July 7Crown Outdoor StorytimeTime: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
This outdoor storytime features 30 minutes of stories and songs, followed by playtime with water tables, chalk, and toys.
Tuesday, July 8Time for TwosTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Storytime filled with song, picture books, puppets and rhymes for 24 to 36 months with parent, grandparent or caregiver.
Frog 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.
Last Chance Film It WorkshopTime: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
This workshop offers support for young filmmakers putting the final touches on their entries for the Film It! Challenge. Participants can get help with audio cleanup, captions, and voiceovers, plus earn extra tokens before the showcase.
Wednesday, July 9Kids Story TimeTime: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: Included with admission
Location: Gichigamiin Indigenous Museum
This story time features board books for toddlers and stories for kids up to second grade, all written by Native authors. Sessions also include music, movement, and a gallery activity connected to the book.
Rebel STEAMersTime: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Robert Crown Branch Library
This month’s Rebel STEAMers session explores medieval science through castles, catapults, and trebuchets. Participants will team up to build working catapults and try to knock down a castle piñata. Registration encouraged, drop-ins welcome. For grades 5-9.
Thursday, July 10The Young and the RestlessTime: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
This indoor sing-along storytime is designed for infants and toddlers up to age two. Songs like Tick Tock, Tick Tock and Three Little Ducks help little ones develop language while having fun together.
Last Chance Film It WorkshopTime: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
This workshop offers support for young filmmakers putting the final touches on their entries for the Film It! Challenge. Participants can get help with audio cleanup, captions, and voiceovers, plus earn extra tokens before the showcase.
Jammie TimeTime: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Evanston Public Library Main Branch
Families are invited to enjoy storytime in pajamas with songs, stories, and books geared toward PreK through Grade 2.
Sponsored by Sauna ClubSummertime sauna? Still real good. Book 2 sessions in July and get your 3rd free with code AROUNDEVANSTON at mysaunaclub.com. Come beat the heat with the heat. 
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| Upcoming Concerts and Live Music |
| Click the included links for info and tickets!
Monday, July 7
Tuesday, July 8
Wednesday, July 9
Thursday, July 10 Late Breaking News at Ten Mile House, 6:30 PM, No cover Chicago Jazz Dads at Evanston Pour, 6:30 PM, No cover Jenn Harris at The Fat Shallot, 7:00 PM, No cover Zach Sorkin at Double Clutch Brewing, 7:00 PM, No cover Canal Jumpers (Thumpin' Thursday) at American Legion Post 42, 8:00 PM, No cover Jason Narducy w. Neptune's Core & Chaepter: A Benefit for Santa for a Day w/ support from 93XRT at Evanston SPACE, 8:00 PM, $52.50 - $131.25
Friday, July 11 Bonerama at Evanston SPACE, 8:00 PM, $40.54 Mojo 49 at Celtic Knot Public House, 9:00 PM, No cover
Saturday, July 12
Sunday, July 13
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Monday, July 7
Tuesday, July 8
Wednesday, July 9 Evanston Chess Club at Levy Center, 6:30 PM, First visit is free, annual fee of $65.00 Residents/$85.00 Non-Residents Trivia at Firehouse Grill, 7:00 PM, No cover Bingo Night at The Fat Shallot, 7:00 PM, Free
Thursday, July 10
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| | Monday, July 14Eat Their Words: KitchenTime: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $45.00 - $75.00
Location: Hive Center for the Book Arts
This food-focused book club explores Kitchen by Banana Yoshimoto through a culinary and literary lens. The evening includes dinner, drinks, and book-themed activities inspired by the novel.
Friday, July 18Plein Air Festival Block PartyTime: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Main Street between Hinman and Chicago Avenues
Part of the 4th annual Evanston Plein Air Festival, this block party is hosted by the Main-Dempster Mile and features the Plein Air Paint Out competition, an art market, and live music. Guests can meet the artists, explore unique works, and enjoy food and drinks.
Thursday, July 24Downtown Summer Sounds with Joel Paterson Swing Quartet and Traffic Jam SwingTime: 5:30 PM dance lesson, 6:00 PM music starts
Cost: Free
Location: Fountain Square
The evening begins with a free swing dance lesson from Traffic Jam Swing, Chicago’s nonprofit supporting swing, Lindy Hop, and jazz era dances. Melissa, president of Traffic Jam Swing, long time dance teacher, and co-founder of Around Evanston will be leading the lesson. After the lesson, guitarist Joel Paterson and his quartet perform a mix of jazz, swing, and blues perfect for dancing.
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