The Zacharias Center Associate Board is hosting an education and yoga event.The Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center (ZCenter) aims to mobilize the community toward ending systemic sexual violence while amplifying the voice of survivors through trauma informed care, advocacy, and prevention education. Get informed & learn more about the ZCenter's impact during sexual assault awareness month. $10 donation - register here.

Celebrate Ayla's Originals 28th Birthday from April 25-28 with 28% off everything in-store! And don't forget to check out all the fun events taking place on BeadTV! 

Try out a summer camp experience at a free open house. Students and families will tour the art studios and lab, meet the team and get to participate in hands on art activities!

Register for all ages open house on April 28, 3-5pm 

Bach Week Festival, now entering its 51st and final season, has continued since its inception without interruption — the first year directed by Mr. Paukert, and successive years by Richard Webster, Bach Week’s current music director.

Bach Week Festival was founded in 1974 by Karel Paukert, then associate professor of Organ and Church Music at Northwestern University and Organist/Choirmaster at St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Mr. Paukert combined St. Luke’s renowned choirs with professional instrumentalists from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Lyric Opera Orchestra and Northwestern with a mission in mind: To showcase the music of Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750).

Bach Week’s 50th Anniversary Festival includes a return to St. Luke’s Episcopal Church for a performance of Bach’s B Minor Mass on Sunday, May 5, 2024. View the complete concert schedule here.

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with a day of fun, games, and rewards, including the return of the ChiLoveBooks 50-store bookstore challenge: Visit 10 stores in one day and get 10% of at all the stores for a year; visit 15 and get 15% off. More details coming soon! 

Experience what the McGaw Y has to offer in fun for the whole family. Get your feet wet in the pool with family swim time. Play on with family gym games and bounce houses. Adults, find what moves you in a variety of group fitness demo classes.

Plus, we will be celebrating Camp Echo's 100th anniversary with camp-tastic activities for all ages, including a Family Camp Carnival in the gym and Echo History & Crafts in the Chinnock Lounge!

There is something for everyone at the McGaw Y Community Day! Facility tours will be available.

Join the Y on April 27, and they will waive your joining fee, April dues AND May dues - a savings up to $375!*

The Nichols Concert Hall Presents 2023-24 season concludes with the groundbreaking, boundary-shattering musical trio Time for Three, winner of the 2023 Grammy Award for Best Classical Instrumental Solo. Time for Three—Charles Yang (violin/vocals), Nick Kendall (violin/vocals), and Ranaan Meyer (double bass/vocals).

Learn more and purchase in-person or livestream tickets here.

Learn self-defense techniques at Gracie Barra at a free workshop for women 12 and older! The one-hour event is free for the community. Limited spots so please RSVP here. Class is from 11am-12pm. 

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at FONDA at their Codigo 1530 Tequila Dinner featuring passed appetizers, first course, entree, dessert and of course pour of Condigo 1530! Tickets are $69 plus tax and gratuity. 

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at brunch (11am-3pm) or dinner with special Dat Slush slushies! 

Join us for an invigorating bike ride designed just for adults. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your old bike, these rides are perfect for all skill levels. Explore the beauty of Evanston and the North Shore, meet fellow biking enthusiasts, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Best of all, these rides are entirely free, so grab your helmet and join us! Please bring a bike light to be sure you get home safely. REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Celebrate Asian American Heritage Month at the 3rd annual Umbrella Arts Festival at Fountain Square on May 11, 12-4pm. The event is a celebration of Asian American history, culture and art featuring several performances and vendors from the Asian, South Asian, Southeast Asian and Pacific Island countries. The festival is free and for all ages! Come downtown with your friends and families for a festive afternoon! 

Looking to host a baby shower, wedding shower, corporate event, birthday party or private event? Take a tour of FONDA's beautiful space and enjoy complimentary appetizers! Free event but please RSVP! 

Kidical Mass is a hyperlocal family-friendly bike ride that is perfect for meeting neighbors, riding with kids as cargo, and for new two wheeled riders (training wheels not recommended). Bring the little ones and join us for a bike ride tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We'll cruise through Evanston's charming streets, creating lasting memories, and promoting a love for cycling among the next generation. Like the Tuesday evening adult rides, these family excursions are free of charge—just bring your helmets and let's roll! REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Join us for an invigorating bike ride designed just for adults. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your old bike, these rides are perfect for all skill levels. Explore the beauty of Evanston and the North Shore, meet fellow biking enthusiasts, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Best of all, these rides are entirely free, so grab your helmet and join us! Please bring a bike light to be sure you get home safely. REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Kidical Mass is a hyperlocal family-friendly bike ride that is perfect for meeting neighbors, riding with kids as cargo, and for new two wheeled riders (training wheels not recommended). Bring the little ones and join us for a bike ride tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We'll cruise through Evanston's charming streets, creating lasting memories, and promoting a love for cycling among the next generation. Like the Tuesday evening adult rides, these family excursions are free of charge—just bring your helmets and let's roll! REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Join us for an invigorating bike ride designed just for adults. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your old bike, these rides are perfect for all skill levels. Explore the beauty of Evanston and the North Shore, meet fellow biking enthusiasts, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Best of all, these rides are entirely free, so grab your helmet and join us! Please bring a bike light to be sure you get home safely. REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Kidical Mass is a hyperlocal family-friendly bike ride that is perfect for meeting neighbors, riding with kids as cargo, and for new two wheeled riders (training wheels not recommended). Bring the little ones and join us for a bike ride tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We'll cruise through Evanston's charming streets, creating lasting memories, and promoting a love for cycling among the next generation. Like the Tuesday evening adult rides, these family excursions are free of charge—just bring your helmets and let's roll! REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Join us for an invigorating bike ride designed just for adults. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your old bike, these rides are perfect for all skill levels. Explore the beauty of Evanston and the North Shore, meet fellow biking enthusiasts, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Best of all, these rides are entirely free, so grab your helmet and join us! Please bring a bike light to be sure you get home safely. REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Kidical Mass is a hyperlocal family-friendly bike ride that is perfect for meeting neighbors, riding with kids as cargo, and for new two wheeled riders (training wheels not recommended). Bring the little ones and join us for a bike ride tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We'll cruise through Evanston's charming streets, creating lasting memories, and promoting a love for cycling among the next generation. Like the Tuesday evening adult rides, these family excursions are free of charge—just bring your helmets and let's roll! REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Join us for an invigorating bike ride designed just for adults. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your old bike, these rides are perfect for all skill levels. Explore the beauty of Evanston and the North Shore, meet fellow biking enthusiasts, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Best of all, these rides are entirely free, so grab your helmet and join us! Please bring a bike light to be sure you get home safely. REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Kidical Mass is a hyperlocal family-friendly bike ride that is perfect for meeting neighbors, riding with kids as cargo, and for new two wheeled riders (training wheels not recommended). Bring the little ones and join us for a bike ride tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We'll cruise through Evanston's charming streets, creating lasting memories, and promoting a love for cycling among the next generation. Like the Tuesday evening adult rides, these family excursions are free of charge—just bring your helmets and let's roll! REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Join us for an invigorating bike ride designed just for adults. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or just dusting off your old bike, these rides are perfect for all skill levels. Explore the beauty of Evanston and the North Shore, meet fellow biking enthusiasts, and discover the hidden gems of our community. Best of all, these rides are entirely free, so grab your helmet and join us! Please bring a bike light to be sure you get home safely. REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

Kidical Mass is a hyperlocal family-friendly bike ride that is perfect for meeting neighbors, riding with kids as cargo, and for new two wheeled riders (training wheels not recommended). Bring the little ones and join us for a bike ride tailored for all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. We'll cruise through Evanston's charming streets, creating lasting memories, and promoting a love for cycling among the next generation. Like the Tuesday evening adult rides, these family excursions are free of charge—just bring your helmets and let's roll! REGISTER HERE so that we know how many riders to expect on this date.

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Grab your friends and coworkers for a night of Team Trivia at Ridgeville Tavern! Enjoy food, drinks and test your knowledge ever Wednesday from 7-9pm.

Bring your favorite vinyl to enjoy while you have a drink at Bitter Blossom, Evanston's newest bar located next to AMC Theatres. 

"Laughs on a Hot Tin Roof" is a LIVE, FUN, COMEDY EXPERIENCE featuring comics from The Tonight Show, HBOMax, and Comedy Central. Each week will feature a new lineup of comics, local favorites, as well as co-producers Aaron McDavis, Laura Hugg, and Seth Davis. The show is the first Wednesday of every month. 

Upcoming shows are March 6, April 3, May 1 and June 5. Doors open at 7pm; show starts at 7:30pm. The show will be approximately 90 minutes long.

You can order drinks and have dinner before, during, or after the show.

 Featured comedians include: 
Laura Hugg - Host and Co-producer 
Aaron McDavis - Co-producer 
Mark Anthony - Chirping Bird Comedy 
Seth Davis - Co-Producer 
Ricardo Angulo - Comedy Bar
Liz Greenwood - Liz Greenwood & Friends 

Prairie Moon is proud to present live jazz in partnership with Chicago’s Fulton Street Collective every Wednesday from 9pm to 11pm. Fulton Street Collective is one of Chicago’s most respected and well-known venues for producing high quality live jazz. Come out to enjoy live jazz and Prairie Moon's Raw Bar, late night grill, and special cocktails, along with their full bar offerings. 

March 6 | Abigail Riccards Trio
March 13 | Greg DudzienskI Quartet
March 20 | Peter Schwendener Quartet 
March 27 | Dan Nicholson Quartet

Join Commonwealth every Thursday at 6:15pm for fun runs, new products from brands, special guests and speakers at 6:15pm. All paces and all ages are welcome! 

Every First Thursday of the Month Prairie Moon hosts its jazz jam session hosted by Clark Sommers on bass with Chase Wilkins on drums, Brandon Harper on keys. Musicians bring what you need to jam with these celebrated musicians in the great and welcoming atmosphere of Prairie Moon. Drink and dining specials all night, 8-10pm