AKAR Auditorium 2715 Hurd Ave, Evanston, IL, 60201

Have you been to one of the “Donovan’s Garage” jazz events yet this spring? They have become a highlight for jazz enthusiasts in Evanston and the next one is coming up soon.
Donovan Mixon, the Evanston-based jazz guitarist who brings us the “Donovan’s Garage” shows, will stage “The Art of Persistence,” a jazz quintet performing on Tuesday, May 19 at Evanston’s AKAR Auditorium, 2715 Hurd Ave. in Evanston. The show begins at 7pm.
The May event will honor the work and spirit of AACM, the Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians, marking the 61st anniversary of the influential Chicago organization of Black musicians.
Performing on Tuesday, May 19 will be
Ed Wilkerson--tenor sax and clarinet
Bethany Pickens--Piano
Chris Dammann – Bass
Dushun Mosely - Drums/Hand pan
Donovan Mixon—Jazz guitar
All “Donovan’s Garage” shows are free, part of Donovan’s initiative to bring Chicago jazz to Evanston, work that earned him the Mayor’s Award for the Arts in 2025. Over the past three years he has brought more than 80 of Chicago’s finest jazz artists to Evanston. (Donations are gratefully accepted.)
Learn more on his website: <a href="https://www.donovanmixon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.donovanmixon.com</a>.

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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>.

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International Servant Leaders Museum

<h2>May 9 – Piano Concert: The Beloved Community</h2>
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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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📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
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📍 Location: International Servant Leaders Museum, 9233 Shermer Rd, Morton Grove, IL
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 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.

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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.

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Rembrandt Chamber Musicians 2025-2026 Season
Concert V: Glinka Sextet with Marta Aznavoorian
Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7 pm
Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
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Rembrandt Chamber Musicians will present an evening of vibrant and lyrical masterpieces, beginning with Glinka’s Grand Sextet in E-flat, featuring Grammy-nominated pianist Marta Aznavoorian. The program continues with Dvořák’s radiant String Quintet in G Major, a work brimming with warmth, charm, and Bohemian spirit. Together, these two works showcase the ensemble’s artistry and passion for bringing timeless chamber music to life.
Artists: John Macfarlane, violin; Emily Nebel, violin; Carol Cook, viola; Calum Cook, cello; Sam Shuhan, double bass; Marta Aznavoorian, piano
Glinka: Grand Sextet in E-flat Major
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Community House Winnetka

The Wilmette Community Band celebrates 45 years on the North Shore with its free Spring Concert. The music starts with an arrangement of the Gershwin hit, Strike Up the Band!, and ends with the stirring Viking March, by Karl King. In between, there is music by Grainger, Vaughn Williams, Copland, Persichetti, Galante, and Shostakovich. Join us for this free concert!

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<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>. 

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