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Evanston preservation panel approves Harley Clarke renovation 8-0
Evanston's Preservation Commission voted 8-0 to approve Celadon Partners' exterior renovation plans for the Harley Clarke Mansion, a $30 million project to convert the long-vacant lakefront landmark into an event venue, restaurant and speakeasy. The project still needs Land Use Commission and City Council approval before construction can begin.
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Evanston announces nine Hispanic Heritage Month events
The City of Evanston announced a Hispanic Heritage Month series running from Sept. 15 through Oct. 24, with nine events at six community venues including art exhibitions, a family game night, karaoke and flower-making workshops.
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Evanston preservation panel approves Harley Clarke renovation 8-0
Evanston's Preservation Commission voted 8-0 to approve Celadon Partners' exterior renovation plans for the Harley Clarke Mansion, a $30 million project to convert the long-vacant lakefront landmark into an event venue, restaurant and speakeasy. The project still needs Land Use Commission and City Council approval before construction can begin.
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Evanston preservation panel approves Harley Clarke renovation 8-0
Evanston's Preservation Commission voted 8-0 to approve Celadon Partners' exterior renovation plans for the Harley Clarke Mansion, a $30 million project to convert the long-vacant lakefront landmark into an event venue, restaurant and speakeasy. The project still needs Land Use Commission and City Council approval before construction can begin.
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Evanston's 900 Clark tower shrinks to 26 stories before hearing
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Evanston preservation panel approves Harley Clarke renovation 8-0
Evanston's Preservation Commission voted 8-0 to approve Celadon Partners' exterior renovation plans for the Harley Clarke Mansion, a $30 million project to convert the long-vacant lakefront landmark into an event venue, restaurant and speakeasy. The project still needs Land Use Commission and City Council approval before construction can begin.
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Evanston announces nine Hispanic Heritage Month events
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