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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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No Mow May pushes residents to swap grass cutters for gardens

April 21, 2022

When heavy rains hit Lovelace Park three years ago, Evanston resident Sigrid Pilgrim said the city couldn’t use its heavy mowing equipment on the wet ground. Instead, the city let the grass grow freely. “The...

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EPL’s “All We Can Save” book group highlights intersectionality between feminism and climate change

April 18, 2022

Evanston Public Library’s spring  virtual book group, named “All We Can Save” explores climate feminism, a term that describes how patriarchical structures contribute to climate change.  The...

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Edible Evanston promotes food growing and sharing, education in community with Food Forest

April 17, 2022

To Co-Leader Tim Sonder (Medill ’83), Edible Evanston is all about connection.  By connecting residents to food sources, the earth and Evanston, the nonprofit aims to promote community through food...

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Evanston restaurants and food vendors focus on local, sustainable sourcing

April 14, 2022

Evanston’s eateries offer a variety of options for herbivores and meat-eaters alike, and an increasing number of food establishments are focusing on ethical sourcing and sustainability in their practices.  Restaurants...

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Evanston Made hosts month-long celebration honoring Earth Day

April 13, 2022

When you’re walking outdoors in Evanston this month, watch your step — you might run into a piece of art. Throughout April, local arts organization Evanston Made is reprising its annual Art...

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