Welcome to the Independent Futures events calendar! Activities registration opens each quarter with a new calendar. To be added to the notification list, please email center@independentfutures.com.
Before signing up for activities, new participants are required to meet with staff and complete an introduction process. This is necessary to guarantee that the best supports are available for each individual. If you’re interested in learning more about our programs, please fill out the form below. Our staff will reach out to you to schedule a conversation.
Please fill out this form if you’re new to our Activities.
December 2025
sat13dec2:00 pm4:00 pmCelebrate the Holidays with Music & Merriment! In-person & Zoom
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Come join the fun as we crank up the holiday tunes, dance to festive beats, and sing our favorite carols at the top of our lungs! Bring your holiday cheer,
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Come join the fun as we crank up the holiday tunes, dance to festive beats, and sing our favorite carols at the top of our lungs! Bring your holiday cheer, your best moves, and your loudest “fa-la-la”—it’s time to make the season sparkle! CIF will provide the music and the hot chocolate. Please bring a snack to share with the group.
Time
Location
Center for Independent Futures or Zoom
1015 Davis St.
mon15dec4:00 pm5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
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Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
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Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Mondays: October 6, 13, 20 and 27, November 3, 10, 17, and 24, December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 4PM-5PM
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon15dec5:00 pm6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
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Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group. The group will discuss what they read each week. We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public
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Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group. The group will discuss what they read each week.
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club.
Mondays from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM:
October 6, 13, 20, and 27
November 3, 10, 17, and 24
December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Minimum enrollment is 6.
Time
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue16dec5:30 pm7:00 pmHoliday Card Making - In Person and Zoom
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Join us for a festive two-part Holiday Card Making Workshop! In the first session, you will design and create your own beautiful handmade cards using CIF’s art supplies. During the
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Join us for a festive two-part Holiday Card Making Workshop! In the first session, you will design and create your own beautiful handmade cards using CIF’s art supplies. During the second session, we will add personal messages and address the cards so they’re ready to spread holiday cheer to friends and family. All materials are provided (postage not included)!
Meeting date & time: Tuesday: December 2 and 16, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Meeting location: The CIF Office
Time
Location
Center for Independent Futures or Zoom
1015 Davis St.
tue16dec3:00 pm4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
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Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! Tuesdays from 3:00 to
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Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM: October 7, 14, 21, and 28, November 4, 11, 18, and 25, December 2, 9, 16, and 30. Please note that the group will not meet on December 23.
Location: CIF Office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
thu18dec1:00 pm2:00 pmSocial Hour - Thursday - In Person
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Kick back, relax, and enjoy some good company! Need a break from the hustle? Craving a little laughter and connection? Come hang out at Social Hour—your go-to spot for easygoing
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Kick back, relax, and enjoy some good company! Need a break from the hustle? Craving a little laughter and connection? Come hang out at Social Hour—your go-to spot for easygoing chats, spontaneous laughs, and feel-good vibes. Whether you’re catching up with friends or meeting someone new, this is the perfect way to unwind and have a great time. No agenda, no pressure—just good people and great conversations! Come for the company, stay for the smiles. See you there!
Thursdays: October 9, November 6, December 18 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Location: Center for Independent Futures office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Minimum enrollment: 7
Location: Center for Independent Futures office 1015 Davis St., Evanston
Time
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
thu18dec1:00 pm2:00 pmSocial Hour - Wednesday - Zoom
Event Details
Kick back, relax, and enjoy some good company! Need a break from the hustle? Craving a little laughter and connection? Come hang out at Social Hour—your go-to spot
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Kick back, relax, and enjoy some good company! Need a break from the hustle? Craving a little laughter and connection? Come hang out at Social Hour—your go-to spot for easygoing chats, spontaneous laughs, and feel-good vibes.
Whether you’re catching up with friends or meeting someone new, this is the perfect way to unwind and have a great time. No agenda, no pressure—just good people and great conversations! Come for the company, stay for the smiles. See you there!
Wednesdays: October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, November 5, 12, 19, and 26, December 3, 10 and 17
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Please note that the group will not meet on December 24 and 31.
Location: Zoom
Minimum enrollment is 7.
Time
Location
Zoom
thu18dec6:30 pm8:00 pmArt Club - In Person
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Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us for a colorful adventure where we will guide you through exciting art themes and hands-on projects that let your creativity
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Ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us for a colorful adventure where we will guide you through exciting art themes and hands-on projects that let your creativity shine! We will be exploring famous works, sharing ideas, and creating our own masterpieces. No experience needed, just bring your imagination!
Explore, interpret, and express yourself through art. All materials provided by CIF—just show up and create! Whether you’re a doodler, a painter, or just curious about art, this club is the perfect place to connect, create, and have fun.
Thursdays: October 9 and 30, November 6 and 20, December 4 and 18 from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
$140 for 6 events
Location: CIF Office 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
On November 6th, we’ll meet at Grove Gallery: 619 Grove St. Evanston, IL 60201. If you need directions, please reach out to Jeff Morthorst at (224) 545-3925.
Minimum enrollment: 5. Maximum Enrollment: 13.
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Time
Location
CIF office
1015 Davis Street
fri19dec11:00 am12:00 pmFriday Walking Club - In Person
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Step outside or stay in for fun—it’s a win either way! Each week, we let the weather be our guide! If it’s sunny, we’ll head out for
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Step outside or stay in for fun—it’s a win either way!
Each week, we let the weather be our guide! If it’s sunny, we’ll head out for a refreshing walk and enjoy some fresh air together. If it’s rainy or too hot, we’ll stay cool inside and play classic games like Uno, Yahtzee, and more! Whether we’re walking or rolling the dice, we’re all about having fun and staying connected.
Fridays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM: October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, November 7, 14, and 21, December 5, 12, and 19.
Please note that the group will not meet on November 28 and December 26.
Location: Center for Independent Futures office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL
Time
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
mon22dec4:00 pm5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Mondays: October 6, 13, 20 and 27, November 3, 10, 17, and 24, December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 4PM-5PM
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon22dec5:00 pm6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group. The group will discuss what they read each week. We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public
Event Details
Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group. The group will discuss what they read each week.
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club.
Mondays from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM:
October 6, 13, 20, and 27
November 3, 10, 17, and 24
December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Minimum enrollment is 6.
Time
Location
Zoom Meeting
mon29dec4:00 pm5:00 pmYoga - Monday - In Person & Zoom
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use.
Event Details
Paul will host our yoga classes at Evanston Athletic Club and on Zoom at the same time. Evanston Athletic Club has generously provided us with a yoga studio to use. Please check in at the front desk if you attend class at the club.
Mondays: October 6, 13, 20 and 27, November 3, 10, 17, and 24, December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 4PM-5PM
Location: Zoom or the Evanston Athletic Club, 1723 Benson St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
Location
Evanston Athletic Club and Zoom
1723 Benson Ave
mon29dec5:00 pm6:30 pmBook Club - Zoom
Event Details
Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group. The group will discuss what they read each week. We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public
Event Details
Participants may volunteer to read aloud to the group. The group will discuss what they read each week.
We are happy to be collaborating with Evanston Public Library to offer our Book Club.
Mondays from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM:
October 6, 13, 20, and 27
November 3, 10, 17, and 24
December 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Minimum enrollment is 6.
Time
Location
Zoom Meeting
tue30dec3:00 pm4:00 pmTuesday Walking Club - In Person
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo! Tuesdays from 3:00 to
Event Details
Walking Club walks or plays games – depending on the weather! The group will decide whether we walk or play games, such as Uno, Yahtzee, or Bingo!
Tuesdays from 3:00 to 4:00 PM: October 7, 14, 21, and 28, November 4, 11, 18, and 25, December 2, 9, 16, and 30. Please note that the group will not meet on December 23.
Location: CIF Office, 1015 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
Location
Center For Independent Futures
1015 Davis St.
January 2026
thu08jan9:28 pm9:28 pmAnime Club - In-Person and Zoom
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Calling all anime lovers (and curious newbies too)! 🎥✨ Join us for your favorite Japanese anime! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world
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Calling all anime lovers (and curious newbies too)! 🎥✨ Join us for your favorite Japanese anime! Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just starting to explore the world of anime, this club is the perfect place to chill, watch, and dive into fun discussions with fellow fans and friends. Our awesome facilitator, Sheila Serota, helps guide the group in picking which series we’ll enjoy together, so your voice matters!
The fee is $50 for 3 events.
Thursday: October 16, November 13, and January 8 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
Minimum enrollment: 5.
Location: Zoom or the CIF office at 1015 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201
Time
Location
Center for Independent Futures or Zoom
1015 Davis St.
February 2026
No Events
March 2026
No Events
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Photos and videos taken at public Center for Independent Futures events may be published in print or online for download, online photo albums, newsletters, and/or social media including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Such events include paid ticketed events like SPARK and Brews & Bites, or events sponsored by our Young Professionals Board.