The Levy Senior Center Foundation is proud to bring the talents of young, award-winning classical musicians to the Levy Senior Center.
The outstanding lineup continues to honor the memory of Fran Randall who loved classical music and played an important role in opening the current center.
The Levy Senior Center Foundation is proud to bring the talents of young, award-winning classical musicians to the Levy Senior Center.
The outstanding lineup continues to honor the memory of Fran Randall who loved classical music and played an important role in opening the current center.
January 29 at 1:30pm
Prerecorded Concert
CA frequent recipient of the question, "How high was that note!?", Lauren Shafer is a light coloratura soprano. Ms. Shafer received her Bachelor of Music at Illinois Wesleyan University studying under Professor Robert Mangialardi. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with her Masters under the tutelage of Professor James Doing, Ms. Shafer was honored with the opportunity to perform the national anthem at her commencement ceremony. Recent performances include featuring as a guest artist at the Champagne Gala for Prairie Fire Theatre in Bloomington, IL. Ms. Shafer was also a semi-finalist in the Harold Haugh Light Opera Competition in February 2020. Previous roles include Adele in Die Fledermaus and Gretel in Hansel and Gretel.
Sarah Williams holds a Master's in Collaborative Piano from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is particularly passionate about chamber music and accompanies a wide variety of soloists. A graduate of UW-Oshkosh, she received her bachelor's in piano performance, where she was the winner of the UW-Oshkosh Concerto Competition, the UW-Oshkosh Honors Competition, and UW-Oshkosh Celebration of Scholarship.
Besides performing as a soloist and working with duos, Sarah has accompanied a wide range of ensembles. Currently, she continues to work with soloists and ensembles within UW-Madison and throughout the community.
January 29 at 1:30pm
Prerecorded Concert
CA frequent recipient of the question, "How high was that note!?", Lauren Shafer is a light coloratura soprano. Ms. Shafer received her Bachelor of Music at Illinois Wesleyan University studying under Professor Robert Mangialardi. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison with her Masters under the tutelage of Professor James Doing, Ms. Shafer was honored with the opportunity to perform the national anthem at her commencement ceremony. Recent performances include featuring as a guest artist at the Champagne Gala for Prairie Fire Theatre in Bloomington, IL. Ms. Shafer was also a semi-finalist in the Harold Haugh Light Opera Competition in February 2020. Previous roles include Adele in Die Fledermaus and Gretel in Hansel and Gretel.
Sarah Williams holds a Master's in Collaborative Piano from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is particularly passionate about chamber music and accompanies a wide variety of soloists. A graduate of UW-Oshkosh, she received her bachelor's in piano performance, where she was the winner of the UW-Oshkosh Concerto Competition, the UW-Oshkosh Honors Competition, and UW-Oshkosh Celebration of Scholarship.
Besides performing as a soloist and working with duos, Sarah has accompanied a wide range of ensembles. Currently, she continues to work with soloists and ensembles within UW-Madison and throughout the community.
The Levy Senior Center Foundation is proud to bring the talents of young, award-winning classical musicians to the Levy Senior Center.
The outstanding lineup continues to honor the memory of Fran Randall who loved classical music and played an important role in opening the current center.
What We Do
For more than 50 years, the Levy Senior Center has been providing outstanding programs and support for thousands of older adults in our community.
The Center's services and programs help Evanston-area older adults remain active, independent and connected.
Exploring Acrylics, Oil Pastels & Water Crayons
LSC is offering a class at Noyes Cultural Arts Center exploring acrylics, oil pastels and water crayons. A great class for beginners as well as more experienced students. All materials are provided. Class starts Tues., May 16, and is offered in the morning and afternoon. Register today!
May 25:
Science with Seniors
This month, graduate students from Northwestern University will discuss Live Animal Brain Imaging. Join us at the center on Thursday, May 25 from 1 to 2 p.m. for this in-person presentation. Registration is required by calling the Levy front desk at 847-448-8250.
Senior Athlete Tells Us to "Get Off Our Butts"
The first evening of the three-day Aging Well Conference made quite the splash with a screening of Team Dream followed by Q&A with Madeline Rabb and Derrick Milligan. "I am in the best condition I’ve ever been health-wise and physically in my life,” Rabb said. Read more.
Learn the Story Behind America's Great Speeches
Join us at the Levy Senior Center on Thurs., May 18 at 10 am to learn about great speeches in U.S. history. Gary Midkiff will discuss the people who gave them, the context in which they were delivered, the impact they had when they were given, and the reasons we should remember them.
May 25 Senior Day Trip:
Art Institute of Chicago
Take a trip to our local world-class museum Thurs., May 25, 9:45 am to 5:30 pm. See famous works like Seurat's A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte (above), Nighthawks, American Gothic, and more. Lunch at Lou Malnati's follows. Learn more and register.
Join the Levy Senior Center Book Club
Come join the Center's book club and discuss a wide variety of literature. The club meets in library the 1st and 3rd Thusday of the month. Please email Connor Schwarz, recreation program coordinator, with any questions at cschwarz@cityofevanston.org or call 847-448-8294.
May 19 Spring
Fran Randall Concert
Join us Friday, May 19 at 1:30 in the Maple Room for a spring concert with accomplished, young musicians harpist, pianist and composer Miriam Kessler and singer, keyboardist, composer and recording artist Eric Rutherford. Learn more about these talented musicians.
Summer Jamming Jean in the Park June 9
Save Friday, June 9 at 5 pm to welcome back Lynne Jordan & The Shivers. This diva incorporates funny, poingnant stories accompanied by song, and touches on everything from civil rights to pop culture. Don't miss this Chicago treasure! Concert is free, no registration is required.
Not a Levy Senior Center Member? Join Now!
Join the Center's community of adults 55+ for preferential access to select programs and ticket giveaways. You’ll also enjoy fun outings, engaging programs and a warm and welcoming community. Learn more about what perks come with a Levy Senior Center membership.
The Levy Senior Center Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, operates to improve the quality of life
for Evanston Seniors by soliciting monies to supplement the Levy Senior Center’s operating budget.
In partnership with the City of Evanston, we seek to improve the Center, its programs and resources.