Out North

05/30/2026

Happy Almost Pride Month, Evanston! 🌈

As many of you have heard, Evanston Pride will be taking a hiatus this year. We want to thank everyone who has contributed their time, energy, and passion to creating spaces where our LGBTQIA+ community could gather, celebrate, and be seen over the years. We wish the organization nothing but success as they take time to reflect, regroup, and explore what comes next.

While one chapter may be pausing, the spirit of Pride in our community continues. At Out North, we believe that connection, visibility, and celebration happen all year long, and we're excited to share that we have a variety of events planned throughout June for our q***r and ally community.

From social gatherings and volunteer opportunities to community celebrations and making new connections, there's something for everyone. We look forward to celebrating Pride with you and continuing to build a welcoming, inclusive community together.

Stay tuned for upcoming event announcements, and let's make this a month filled with joy, connection, and Pride. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

June is around the corner and Evanston and Chicago are gearing up to celebrate Pride Month. One notable absence this year: Evanston Pride has paused

05/29/2026

Dollars Make Ya Hollar! 💵

Join Out North tomorrow evening at Sketchbook for a fabulous night of drag entertainment featuring True Colors for All!

Gather with friends, enjoy great company, and celebrate community while taking in dazzling performances from some incredible talent. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening.

✨ No Cover Charge🍻 Drinks Available for Purchase🌈 Drag Performances by True Colors for All

While admission is free, we encourage everyone to bring some cash and show their appreciation. Please remember to tip the performers and servers generously—your support helps make events like these possible!

05/21/2026

✨ Thank You, Curt's Cafe

Out North would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Curt's Cafe for hosting our Professional Networking Evening yesterday.

What a wonderful night of connection, conversation, and community building. We had the pleasure of gathering with local professionals, business owners, allies, and community members for an evening filled with meaningful dialogue and new connections. 🤝

In true networking fashion, we unfortunately failed to capture photos of the evening because everyone was so engrossed in conversation and enjoying the moment. Sometimes that is the best indication of a successful event. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who attended, shared your stories, supported local businesses, and helped continue building visibility and connection throughout Evanston and the North Shore.

We are already looking forward to gathering again soon!

05/19/2026

Out North is excited to welcome Pestinger Law as one of our featured community partners for our upcoming Business Networking Evening at Curt’s Cafe!

Pestinger Law brings a thoughtful, client-focused approach to legal services, helping individuals and families navigate important moments with guidance, advocacy, and care. We’re grateful to have local professionals joining us as we continue building stronger connections across our community.

https://pestingerlaw.com/

Join us for an evening of networking with q***r and ally-owned businesses, professionals, neighbors, and community partners while enjoying light bites and libations in a welcoming and inclusive space. 🌈🤝

📍 Curt’s Cafe
📅 Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM

Light bites provided • Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages available

Interested in featuring your business or organization? Send us a message for more details!

Out North is a 21+ adult-focused q***r social club rooted in Evanston, dedicated to creating visibility, connection, and community across Evanston, Chicago, and the North Shore.

05/19/2026

Out North is excited to welcome Joanne Rogers Mortgage as a featured community partner at our upcoming Business Networking Evening at Curt’s Cafe!

Whether you're buying your first home, exploring refinancing options, investing, or simply curious about the home buying process, Joanne brings knowledge, guidance, and a community-centered approach to helping people navigate their next chapter.

https://crosscountrymortgage.com/deerfield-il-3073/joanne-rogers/

Join us for an evening of networking with q***r and ally-owned businesses, local professionals, neighbors, and community partners while enjoying light bites and libations in a welcoming space built on visibility and connection. 🌈🤝

📍 Curt’s Cafe, 2922 Central Street
📅 Wednesday, May 20
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be served.

Out North is a 21+ adult-focused q***r social club rooted in Evanston, dedicated to building visibility, community, and meaningful connections across Chicago and the North Shore.

05/19/2026

🤝Out North Professional Networking at Curt’s Cafe 🤝

Join Out North, Evanston’s LGBTQIA+ Social Club, for an evening of connection, collaboration, and community at Curt’s Cafe. This welcoming networking event brings together q***r and ally professionals, business owners, creatives, and neighbors for meaningful conversation and new opportunities.

Whether you’re looking to grow your network, discover local services, support community businesses, or simply connect with others, we invite you to join us for an evening designed to build visibility and strengthen community across Evanston, Chicago, and the North Shore.

✨ Light bites & libations provided
🍷 Alcoholic + non-alcoholic selections available
💼 Interested in featuring your business or services? Message us for partnership opportunities.

📍 Curt’s Cafe
📅 Wednesday, May 20
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
21+ Adult Q***r and Allies

🎟️ Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/out-with-curts-tickets-1988604025171?aff=oddtdtcreator

Featured Community Partners:
• Evanston Community Bank & Trust
• Life: Styled by Jackson
• Joanne Rogers Mortgage
• Pestinger Law

About Curt’s Cafe: Curt’s Cafe is a local nonprofit dedicated to improving outcomes for young adults through job training and life skills development, making this gathering one rooted in both connection and community impact.

Central Street, Evanston

05/14/2026

🎨🍹 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! 🍹🎨

Grab your friends and join Out North for the Evanston Arts & Craft Beverage Crawl along the Main-Dempster Mile! We’ll kick things off at 4:45PM at Hive Center for the Book Arts before heading out together at 5:05PM to explore local art, sip craft beverages, enjoy live music, and celebrate Evanston creativity. ✨

Expect an evening filled with:
🖼️ One-night-only art exhibits
🍷 Alcoholic & non-alcoholic tastings
🎶 Live music along the route
🛍️ Local shops, makers & community vibes
🌈 A fun night out with Out North

📍 Hive Center for the Book Arts
840 Custer Ave., Evanston
⏰ 5–8PM
🎟️ Tickets available at the door: $44
💵 Cash (exact change), Venmo/Zelle, or Check accepted

Come stroll, sip, shop, and support local artists and businesses with us tonight!

05/12/2026

➡️LAST CALL⬅️ Online ticket sales END today!

Use promo code: outnorth26
https://2026evanstonarts-craftcrawl.eventbrite.com/

Save now. Tickets in person will be $44.00

05/11/2026

Final countdown! 🎨🍻

Grab your tickets online by Tuesday, May 12 for Thursday night’s Evanston Arts & Craft Beverage Crawl with The Main-Dempster Mile, benefitting Evanston Made.

Use code OUTNORTH26 and get ready for art, craft beverages, and community vibes.

Ticket Link:
https://2026evanstonarts-craftcrawl.eventbrite.com/

Choose the Main Street Route. Out North will gather at 4:45pm, Hive Center for the Book Arts prior to departing for the crawl.

02/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who showed up, donated, and helped us Share OUT the Love today. Because of you, we were able to distribute donations across all three Evanston Community Fridges.

We even had the opportunity to speak with a few neighbors who rely on the fridges as a source of food for their families. Those conversations were a powerful reminder that this work truly matters. Community care is not abstract — it’s personal.

A heartfelt thank you to Crepe O'Clock for being an amazing partner today and helping us celebrate generosity with a 20% coupon for participants. We are so grateful for local businesses that step up and support efforts like this.

If you weren’t able to participate today, donations are still being accepted at Evanston Community Bank & Trust, 1740 Sherman Ave. Every item helps.

This is what being OUT in community looks like. And we’re just getting started.