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Read below for information about Evanston's Juneteenth commemoration, the next Starlight Concert in the park, two great career opportunities, and more.

Plus, what causes the City's emergency sirens to sound? Read on.

Celebrate Juneteenth this weekend!

The City, in partnership with Evanston Present and Future, is honoring Juneteenth with a parade and commemoration this Saturday.

Parade: The celebration will kick off at 10 a.m. with a Juneteenth Parade, beginning in the parking lot of the Robert Crown Community Center and ending at Ingraham Park. View the parade route.

Commemoration: After the parade, enjoy an afternoon of art, music, food and community (.pdf) at Ingraham Park, located just west of the Morton Civic Center.

Learn more about Juneteenth: Watch this this short video narrated by Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre's artistic director, Tim Rhoze.

Enjoy the sweet sounds of summer

Don't miss the City's next Starlight Concert featuring George Freeman & Mike Allemana Quintet with Chico Freeman on Tues., June 21, 7 p.m., at Twiggs Park, located at Simpson Street and Dodge Avenue. Come hungry — food from Soul and Smoke will be available for purchase.

Interested in a police or fire career?

Join our team! Both the Evanston Fire Department and Evanston Police Department are actively hiring.

FAQ: What causes emergency sirens to sound?

The City's emergency sirens will automatically sound in the event that the National Weather Service (NWS) issues a Tornado Warning for Evanston. NWS issues Tornado Warnings based on the projected movement of a storm. In the event of a Tornado Warning, you should take cover.

Other emergencies: Sirens may also sound in the event of a pending emergency or disaster, such as an earthquake, extreme winds, damaging hail, a biological or chemical hazard, or in the event of an enemy attack on the U.S.

Monthly testing: Sirens are tested on the first Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. The City also utilizes the sirens to notify residents of parking restrictions in the event of a Snow Route Parking Ban or Snow Emergency.

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