Starting in September, Evanston’s Cultural Arts Coordinator, Jennifer Lasik, will hold weekly informal drop- in conversations with anyone who wants to talk art. Artists are invited to ask questions or discuss projects, policy, the arts council, arts philosophy, and trends.

Tentative September Java schedule:

Sept. 8, 1-3 p.m., Brothers K; 500 Main St.Sept. 13, 10 a.m., Noon, Backlot Coffee; 2012 Central St.Sept. 20, 3-5 p.m., Coffee Lab; 910 Noyes St.Sept. 29, 9-11 a.m., Curt’s Cafe South; 1813 Dempster St.