In February, the Evanston-based nonprofit Mather, which includes senior living residences and a research arm, unveiled eMerge, its new workforce development program created for Evanston youth and young adults to […]

Author Archives: Ned Schaub
Ned Schaub is a feature story writer for the RoundTable. He has served as reporter, content developer and communications manager across his career in the field of nonprofit communications. Ned studied creative writing at Knox College and business management for nonprofits at the University of San Francisco. He is a native Evanstonian.
Tim Rhoze found his passion and his voice in the theater
It may be a surprise to some that Tim Rhoze, Artistic Director at the Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre, began his career in the business world. Though he had had experiences in theater […]
LA Fitness closure, COVID shifts alter Evanston health club landscape
With the closing of the Evanston health club LA Fitness in mid-April and changes that came about during the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a shift in the Evanston health […]
Ready. Set. Spring! on Central
Shoppers and diners from Evanston and nearby suburbs came to enjoy Central Street’s “Ready. Set. Spring!” event Saturday, April 30. Despite rain in the morning and overcast skies, many shops’ […]
Innovation selling old stuff: Secret Treasures Antiques shifts business model during pandemic
For almost 30 years Secret Treasures Antiques, which touts vintage items “at wow prices” – ranging from 5 cents to $100 – has thrived in Evanston’s Main-Dempster Mile commercial district. […]
Seeing both challenges and opportunities, Downtown Evanston leaders seek a ‘reboot’
Like commercial and business districts across the nation, downtown Evanston has lost commuters and other consumers, leading to dramatic drops in sales, retail closures and vacant office spaces. Still, downtown […]
Residents at The Mather and Westminster Place ask for a louder voice in their communities
Seeking more housing security and ongoing quality of life, a group of Evanston residents from The Mather and from Westminster Place, which residents refer to as “life-care homes,” have been […]
‘Fastest 10 years of my life’: Curt’s Cafe founder Susan Trieschmann prepares to depart
Susan Trieschmann founded Chicago catering company Food for Thought, which eventually grew to $25 million in revenues. But it was a smaller Evanston venture that changed her focus from corporate […]
Benefits of palliative and hospice care explained at Levy Center
For patients and their families, hospice and palliative care offer support and relief. Yet, many people don’t know what they entail or where to find them. “Now that I have […]
Sweet treats and dining deals for Valentine’s Day in Evanston
Valentine’s Day is this Monday, Feb. 14, and Evanston bakeries, confectioners, breweries and restaurants, among others, are offering some sweet treats and dining deals. Here’s a list of some of […]