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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


Evanston Shofar Walk harnesses joy in Jewish community

Evanston Shofar Walk harnesses joy in Jewish community

October 2, 2024

Evanston’s Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation hosted its annual Erev Rosh Hashanah Shofar Walk Wednesday, bringing around 200 people together to celebrate the holiday. Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish...

Man playing the banjo sits looking at water and text that says “Evanston Folk Festival”

Evanston SPACE to host first annual Evanston Folk Festival in September

May 9, 2024

Evanston SPACE will host the first annual Evanston Folk Festival at Dawes Park on Sept. 7 and 8. The festival will include three musical stages featuring over 30 artists as well as speakers, food, beverages...

Graphic depicting “The Weekend Ahead” text and drawings of a lighthouse, Northwestern flag, paintbrushes, film and a building.

The Weekend Ahead: Happenings on campus, in Evanston June 30-July 4

June 30, 2023

The Weekend Ahead is back. Over the summer, we’ll highlight events to help you craft the perfect weekend plans. With the Fourth of July approaching, there are plenty of events in Evanston and Chicago...

A white lighthouse stands with a green tree in the foreground.

From lighthouses to gardens, Evanston offers picturesque, natural hidden gems

May 25, 2023

Evanston is home to a variety of scenic green spaces and natural landmarks. The warm spring weather is reason enough to explore all corners of the community in search of its hidden gems. Here are just...

A statue of a white Buddha head emerging from the ground.

‘Art can be around you’: A deeper look at Evanston sculptures’ history and messages

May 12, 2022

In Dawes Park, a Buddha head sculpture emerges from the ground. To creator Indira Freitas Johnson the piece is meant to exude a sense of beauty and peacefulness that can be enjoyed by passersby. ...

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