Our Community Events
September 2010
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- "The Wreck of the Lady Elgin" a presentation by Valerie Van Heest - Evanston History Center
- Evanston History Center
EHCs Fall 2010 Under the Buffalo lecture series kicks off with: “The Wreck of the Lady Elgin” a presentation by Valerie Van Heest, a Michigan-based, award-winning author, shipwreck explorer, and inductee in the Women Divers Hall of Fame. Join us for a look back at that tragedy as Van Heest reveals how the documentation of the shipwreck site serves as a testament to those who lost their lives.
Thu., September 09: 7:00pm -
- "Unforgettable -- Memories of the Emerson Street Branch YMCA" film screening - Evanston History Center
- Evanston History Center, 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston, Illinois
EHC invites the public to a special screening of the 2010 documentary, “Unforgettable — Memories of the Emerson Street Branch YMCA.” Recently featured in the New York Times, the 30 minute film tells the story of the African American YMCA that existed in Evanston from 1909 to 1969. Twenty hours of interviews with thirty-two Evanstonians have been woven into a collective story, revealing how the Emerson Y served as an anchor for the social and civic life of Evanston’s African American community and left an unforgettable legacy for generations. The screening will be followed by a discussion with many of the film’s participants, as well as with filmmaker, Susan Hope Engel; founder of Shorefront, Dino Robinson; and others.
A reception will follow the screening and discussion. The event is co-sponsored by the Evanston History Center and the McGaw YMCA.
Sat., September 11: 4:00pm -
- The Karen Dove Cabral Foundation Butterfly Ball - Karen Dove Cabral Foundation
- Chevy Chase Country Club
Join us for a fun evening at the Butterfly Ball on Friday, September 24, 2010. For tickets and more info go to: www.karendovecabralfoundation.org and click on "Contact Us".
Fri., September 24: 7:00pm - Fri., September 24: 12:00pm
October 2010
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- Evanston Lions Club Vision Screening - Evanston Lions Club
- Levy Center
The Evanston Lions Club is hosting FREE vision screenings. This event is open to all in the community. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The Levy Center is located at 300 Dodge Ave.
Fri., October 08: 9:00am - Fri., October 08: 3:00pm