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The City of Evanston announced service and facility schedules for the Independence Day holiday, Monday, July 4.
Refuse collection
No collections will occur on Monday, July 4. All trash, yard waste and recycling collections will occur one day later than normal. Friday condo trash and recycling collections will occur Friday, July 8.
Facilities
The Morton Civic Center and all City community centers, recreation facilities, and Evanston Public Library locations will be closed on Monday, July 4. The Levy Senior Center and Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center will also be closed on Sunday, July 3.
311 Center
Evanston’s 311 Center will be open 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday, July 4.
Beaches
Evanston beaches, including Lighthouse, Lee Street and South Boulevard, will be open for swimming on Monday, July 4, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Clark Street Beach will be closed on Monday, July 4 for fireworks display setup.
Parking
Parking meters/pay boxes and downtown parking garages will be free on July 4. In addition, other restricted areas that have signs that prohibit parking except on holidays will be honored.
Independence Day celebration
Evanston’s beloved 4th of July celebration is back in person this year. The Evanston Fourth of July Association will host their annual celebration including a parade at 2 p.m. on Central Street, a Kids Fun Run, a concert by the Palatine Concert Band at Arrington Lakefront Lagoon, fireworks at the lakefront and more! View a complete listing of Independence Day festivities.
Submitted by the City of Evanston