Ackerman Park

Evanston Garden Fair

Plant Sale to Benefit Our Community

Ackerman Park (Central Street at McDaniel Ave.)


Saturday, May 16, 2026
9 AM-4 PM

Local Event: Evanston Garden Fair

Cook County

Evanston

Illinois

Evanston Garden Fair

Evanston Garden Fair

Plant Sale to Benefit Our Community

Ackerman Park (Central Street at McDaniel Ave.)


Saturday, May 16,...

Kelly Bush

Rachel Barnes

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Skokie

Wilmette-Kenilworth

Lincoln Square

Niles-Morton Grove

Winnetka-Glencoe

Eric DeGrechie

Glenview

North Center-Roscoe Village

Lakeview

Park Ridge

Lincoln Park

International Servant Leaders Museum

<h2>May 8 – Exhibition Opening, Remarks &amp; Poetry</h2>
Description: 
Join us for the opening night of The White Rose &amp; The Beloved Community, the International Servant Leaders Museum’s 3rd Annual Event, co-sponsored by Northeastern Illinois University’s College of Arts and Sciences as part of its Spring 2026 Human Rights Series. An evening of reflection and inspiration honoring lives of courage, conscience, and service to humanity.
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🎨 Exhibition Opening: 6:00 p.m.
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🎤 Remarks: President of Northeastern Illinois University
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📖 Poetry: Ivan Ramos
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📅 Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
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📍 Location: International Servant Leaders Museum, 9233 Shermer Rd, Morton Grove, IL
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💵 Admission: Free — Donations are needed and deeply appreciated to support our mission
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✉️ RSVP: Recommended, not required (<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DehFoundation@gmail.com<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" data-rtl-flip="" class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]"><use href="/cdn/assets/sprites-core-97566a9e.svg#304883" fill="currentColor"></use></svg></a>)</li></ul>

Local Event: The White Rose & The Beloved Community: An Exhibition 

The White Rose & The Beloved Community: An...

May 8 – Exhibition Opening, Remarks & Poetry
Description: 
Join us for the opening night of The White Rose & The Beloved...

The White Rose & The Beloved Community: An Exhibition 

Jill Egan, Managing Broker of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago’s North Region offices, is pleased to announce that the North Region offices in Glenview, Evanston, Libertyville, Lake Forest and Park Ridge will collect pet supplies through May 30th
for Orphans of the Storm. The offices below are participating and can accept donations Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. High demand donation items include wet dog and cat food, laundry soap, dryer sheets, paper towels, bleach, cat litter, chew toys, soft dog toys, and newspaper.

Glenview - 2630 Valor Drive - 847-510-5000Evanston - 1239 Chicago Avenue -&nbsp;847-492-9660Park Ridge - 122 Main Street - 847-823-4144


Libertyville - 150 E Cook Avenue, Suite 100 - 847-362-6200
Lake Forest - 778 N Western Avenue - 847-234-2500

Additionally, on June 12th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Glenview office, there will be a pet adoption event.
Egan said, “We are celebrating National Pet Month by teaming up with Orphans of the Storm to provide pets with much needed food and toys. Simply drop off donations at one of our conveniently located offices above and know they will truly be appreciated. Also, on June 12th, we will hold a pet adoption event at our office in The Glen. Come meet the rescue pets that are looking for forever homes and speak with our very own Carla Visoky who is spearheading the event. Thank you in advance for your support of Orphans of the Storm.”

Orphans of the Storm’s mission is to take responsibility for every dog and cat who reaches their doors and shelter them with the highest standard of care. To learn more about <a href="https://orphansofthestorm.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Orphans of the Storm</a>, please click <a href="https://orphansofthestorm.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.

Local Event: BHHS Chicago Accepts Donation for Orphans of the Storm

BHHS Chicago Accepts Donation for Orphans of...

Jill Egan, Managing Broker of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago’s North Region offices, is pleased to announce that the...

BHHS Chicago Accepts Donation for Orphans of the Storm

<h2>May 9 – Piano Concert: The Beloved Community</h2>
Description: 
Experience an evening of music and meaning as part of The White Rose &amp; The Beloved Community. Set within the museum’s special exhibition, this program brings together timeless works and shared remembrance in honor of those who have served humanity with courage and compassion.
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🎨 Exhibition Opens: 5:00 p.m.
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🎹 Piano Concert: 6:00 p.m.
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🎼 Performer: Stephen Ackert
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📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
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📍 Location: International Servant Leaders Museum, 9233 Shermer Rd, Morton Grove, IL
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💵 Admission: Free — Donations are needed and deeply appreciated to support this annual event
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✉️ RSVP: Recommended, not required (<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DehFoundation@gmail.com<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" data-rtl-flip="" class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]"><use href="/cdn/assets/sprites-core-97566a9e.svg#304883" fill="currentColor"></use></svg></a>)
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Local Event: Piano Concert and Exhibtion: The While Rose & The Beloved Community

Piano Concert and Exhibtion: The While Rose &...

May 9 – Piano Concert: The Beloved Community
Description: 
Experience an evening of music and meaning as part of The White Rose...

Piano Concert and Exhibtion: The While Rose & The Beloved Community

 Evanston History Center at the Dawes House, 225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL 60201

Join us for Evanston Made’s 2nd Annual Plein Air Paint Out at the Evanston History Center. Plein Air painters will be painting throughout the gorgeous History Center grounds, May 10, 10a-3p. Awards at 4p.

Watch the painter's progress throughout the day, shop for original art off the easel and attend the award ceremony at 4p.

The award for Best in Show for the day will be judged and awarded by Kris Hartzell, &nbsp;Evanston History Center’s Director of Facilities, Visitor Services and Collections

<a href="https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/signature-events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here</a> to learn more about this historical home, grounds and Mother's Day House Walk.SAVE THE DATE! 5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival • July 11 -19, 2026
Evanston Made presents the 5th Annual Evanston Plein Air Festival: July 11-19, 2026. This citywide summer arts festival invites the community to plein air art events and competitions hosted in every neighborhood, accessible and free for all! Watch competing artists paint in the Plein Air style, capturing Evanston’s beauty and start your plain air art collection!
Evanston Made is thrilled to welcome Best in Show Judge : Mark Cleveland, at the 5th Annual Plein Air Festival. Mark’s role as Founder of the Evanston Plein Air Festival and Top 100 Finalist in Plein Air Magazine’s Plein Air Salon Art Competition make him an ideal judge to celebrate this festival’s 5th Anniversary. <a href="https://www.markclevelandart.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click HERE</a> for Mark’s Bio and website.
<a href="https://evanstonmade.org/2026-evanston-plein-air-festival/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here</a> for more info.

Local Event: Plein Air Paint Out at the Evanston History Center

Plein Air Paint Out at the Evanston History Center

Join us for Evanston Made’s 2nd Annual Plein Air Paint Out at the Evanston History Center. Plein Air painters will be painting...

Are you ready for what AI&nbsp;is changing in the workplace?While artificial intelligence is transforming how work gets done, many organizations are discovering that the biggest challenges aren't technical—they're human. Judgment, trust, accountability, and decision-making are now more critical than ever.&nbsp;Join us for a free, interactive webinar, <a href="https://grad.depaul.edu/register/?id=35307656-9eb0-44ac-b08e-8224ce29e40b&amp;utm_source=Patch&amp;utm_medium=desc_link&amp;utm_campaign=may_webinar" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Human Fluency in an AI World</a>, presented by Stephen Carman, PhD, and explore what it truly takes to succeed in an AI-enabled workplace.

Local Event: Free Webinar: Human Fluency in an AI World

Chicago

Free Webinar: Human Fluency in an AI World

Are you ready for what AI is changing in the workplace?While artificial intelligence is transforming how work gets done, many...

<a href="https://jillegan.bhhschicago.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jill Egan</a>, Managing Broker of <a href="https://www.bhhschicago.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago</a>&rsquo;s North Region offices, is pleased to announce that the North Region offices in Glenview, Evanston, Libertyville, Lake Forest and Park Ridge will collect pet supplies through May 30th
for Orphans of the Storm. The offices below are participating and can accept donations Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. High demand donation items include wet dog and cat food, laundry soap, dryer sheets, paper towels, bleach, cat litter, chew toys, soft dog toys, and newspaper.

Glenview - 2630 Valor Drive - 847-510-5000&nbsp;Evanston -1239 Chicago Avenue -&nbsp;847-492-9660

Park Ridge - 122 Main Street - 847-823-4144
Libertyville - 150 E Cook Avenue, Suite 100 - 847-362-6200
Lake Forest - 778 N Western Avenue - 847-234-2500

Additionally, on June 12th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Glenview office, there will be a pet adoption event.
Egan said, &ldquo;We are celebrating National Pet Month by teaming up with Orphans of the Storm to provide pets with much needed food and toys. Simply drop off donations at one of our conveniently located offices above and know they will truly be appreciated. Also, on June 12th, we will hold a pet adoption event at our office in The Glen. Come meet the rescue pets that are looking for forever homes and speak with our very own Carla Visoky who is spearheading the event. Thank you in advance for your support of Orphans of the Storm.&rdquo;

Orphans of the Storm&rsquo;s mission is to take responsibility for every dog and cat who reaches their doors and shelter them with the highest standard of care. To learn more about <a href="https://orphansofthestorm.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Orphans of the Storm</a>, please click <a href="https://orphansofthestorm.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. 

ABOUT BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES CHICAGO

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BHHS Chicago’s North Region Offices Support...

Jill Egan, Managing Broker of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago’s North Region offices, is pleased to announce that the North Region offices...

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