News & Events

The Levy Senior Center Foundation is proud to announce that Judy Newton has been honored with the 2025 Corrine Passage Spirit of Evanston Award! Presented annually, this award honors an Evanstonian who, over the past year or throughout their lifetime, has demonstrated a deep commitment to our community through courage, vision, compassion, creativity, kindness, resourcefulness, connectivity, and entrepreneurship. Judy Newton will be presented with the award at Evanston’s 2025 Mashup. Click here to be directed to the Chamber of Commerce’s video on Judy and her dedication to the community.

Join us in person at the Levy Senior Center in the Locust Room or online via Zoom on Wednesday, November 12, at 1:30 pm for the Levy Longevity: Hospital Safety for People with Parkinson’s Disease and Their Care Partners with Linda Egan.

Gain a deeper understanding of the key risks individuals with Parkinson’s disease may face in hospital settings. Linda Egan will also provide advocacy tools and resources, including reference materials and guidance, to empower individuals and care partners to effectively advocate for Parkinson’s-specific needs during hospital stays.

This hybrid Levy Longevity is free to attend, but advance registration is required. Click here for registration.​​​​​​​​​

The LSCF and Northlight Theatre are partnering again to bring you two fall writers’ workshops: a 6-class creative writing workshop and a 6-class playwrighting workshop. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting up, these workshops are for you! At the end of both workshops, you'll have the opportunity to submit a piece of your writing to our seasonal High Lights Booklet. Both workshops will be held virtually. Please note that on our Levy Special Events page, the workshops are listed separately. Registration is FULL.​

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Do you struggle with aspects of your smartphone, tablet, or laptop? Need help utilizing FaceTime or Zoom, scanning QR codes, organizing and sharing your photos, downloading apps, sending emails, or even navigating patient care portals and hospital websites? Tech Tuesdays can help you with a variety of issues you may be experiencing. The Levy Senior Center, in partnership with the LSCF, continues to offer appointments for free tech support and training to help you feel more comfortable with your devices. To make an appointment for a 30-minute session in the Levy Senior Center library, call the front desk at (847) 448-8250 today. Appointments are available Tuesdays 1:00 - 3:00 pm.

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Join us on Wednesday, November 5, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm in the Locus Room or online via Zoom for the Levy Longevity: Integrative Approaches to Mental Health with Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, presented to you by Endeavor Health and the LSCF. In this compassionate and empowering class, you’ll look at mental health through a holistic lens. Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, grief, or simply want to feel more grounded and joyful, you’ll learn a range of tools that support emotional resilience. This hybrid program is free to attend, but registration is required. Click here for registration.

Enter our lottery for a chance to join this fun, stimulating, and social journey into the world of Mahjongg! Over five engaging sessions, you’ll learn the rules, strategies, and rhythms of this classic tile game. Each class builds on the last, so it’s essential to attend all five—especially the first one, when we cover the fundamentals. You will enjoy lively play, friendly conversation, and plenty of mental challenge. The classes will be held at the Levy Senior Center on the following Thursdays: Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov. 13, Nov. 20, and Dec. 4 from 1:00-3 pm. Registration is FULL.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Endeavor Health and the LSCF are partnering to bring you Yoga for the Heart with Claire Mark. Join us in the Locust Room at the Levy Senior Center for this 7-session class on Tuesdays Oct. 7 – Nov. 18, from 3:30-4:30 pm. Each session will cover Pranayama (Breathwork), Gentle Warm-Ups, Asana (poses), and Guided Relaxation for Meditation. The class can be done standing or seated (chair yoga). Chairs, blocks, blankets, and bolsters will be provided. Registration is FULL.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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The Rothschild Gardens are in full bloom and look as beautiful as ever! You’ll find the Gardens nestled inside the Levy Senior Center with an abundance of perennial flowers, a water feature, and patio seating. Bring your favorite games and come relax in the courtyard! The Gardens are open during the Levy Senior Center’s hours: weekdays from 8:30 am - 8:00 pm and weekends from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.

Join us in person at the Levy Senior Center in Bobby’s Room or online via Zoom on Thursday, November 6, at 2:00 pm for a creepy and kooky presentation about The Addams Family Musical. NU PhD Candidate and Dramaturg Emry Sottile will discuss the far-from-normal Addams family that will take center stage at NU's Wirtz Center, November 14-23.  The musical is based on the original Addams Family cartoons and features original music and a new storyline. Sottile will highlight various aspects of this comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family! This hybrid Levy Lecture is free to attend, but advance registration is required. Click here for registration.

Are you interested in talking with young people? Talking Benches, an opportunity to engage in intergenerational conversations, is returning! The program will be held at the Levy Senior Center in the Elm Room on the following Tuesdays: Oct. 14, 28, Nov. 18, and Dec. 9, from 4:15 to 5:30 pm. Older adults will be paired with high school students who will come prepared with a list of questions; be prepared with your own list as well! Each conversation will last about 30 minutes before participants rotate. The students are eager to hear about your life! Registration is FULL.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Save the date for the LSCF’s weekly Farm Stand Friday beginning June 6 through October 31 from 10 - 11:30 am. This community-focused event is here to support those who may be facing food insecurity or finding it challenging to afford fresh produce. Through September, Curt’s Café will be on site to serve coffee for up to 50, with decaf and regular options available. The Farm Stand is a collaboration of the LSCF, Garden Club of Evanston, Evanston Grows, and the City of Evanston. Please remember to bring your tote bag to carry fresh, nutritious produce. We look forward to seeing you there!​​​​​​​​​​

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Featuring acclaimed speakers, the LSCF's YouTube channel presents previous Levy Lectures and Longevity presentations. The series engages our community on a range of subjects, including improv, storytelling, the politics of Indian removal, and integrative approaches to aging well, among others. Visit our YouTube channel to explore.