The Aux

04/23/2026

You DO NOT want to miss this!!! Lyrics & Laundry at The Laundry Cafe-Evanston

VIP is officially SOLD OUT. ✨

If you were thinking about coming… this is your sign.

General Admission tickets are still available—but not for long.

This is shaping up to be a dope, soulful, intimate vibe you don’t want to miss.
Good music. Good people. Real energy.

Don’t wait—lock in your seat now. 🎟️



https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lyrics-laundry-vol-ii-the-laundry-cafe-tickets-1986174412133

04/21/2026

Three opportunities to show up, connect, and pour back into community. Here’s what The Aux tenants have coming up.

Independent Bookstore Day at
Pull up this Saturday (April 25th, 11AM–5PM) and support a Black feminist bookstore that centers stories that matter. Grab a new read, browse, and be in a space that feeds your mind and spirit.

Trivia Night: Brain Power for Birth Justice May 2nd | 2PM
Come ready to laugh, learn, and compete—all for a powerful cause. Food, drinks, networking, and good energy while supporting birth justice through . Bring your crew!

Lyrics & Laundry Vol. 2 May 22nd | Doors 6PM | Show 7PM
Dinner. Live music. Poetry. A whole experience. Tap in for a night of talent, storytelling, and vibes you don’t want to miss at .

Save the dates. Invite your people and show your support. You can find out more information by visiting each tenant’s page. While you’re there be sure to give them a follow.

03/21/2026

It’s a busy weekend at The Aux. Check out these parking details to make your visit even smoother. https://theauxevanston.com/additional-parking/

03/14/2026

At The AUX, we believe in creating spaces where our children can experience joy, creativity, and possibility.

We’re excited to host “Black Joy, Black Brilliance” presented by Foundation 65 — a FREE celebration for children in grades K–5!

Families can enjoy an afternoon filled with engaging experiences including:

📚 Storytelling & reading with Black Girl Magic Book Club
🚀 Rocket launches with Black SonRise
🔬 STEM activities with Project Excite
🏃🏾 Sports & movement with Kuumba Evanston
🍳 Cooking & hands-on learning with Chicky’s Kitchen Creations

This event is also a chance to connect with local nonprofits and Black-owned businesses working to support and uplift our community.

🎉 Every child who attends will be entered into a free raffle for exciting prizes!

📍 The AUX
2223 Washington St, Evanston
🗓 March 22
⏰ 3–5 PM
🎟 Free Entry

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.

We look forward to welcoming families into the space as we celebrate Black joy, brilliance, and the bright futures of our young people.

02/22/2026

02/18/2026

SOLD OUT. 🖤🍽️

Sunday Dinner at The AUX is officially at capacity — and our hearts are full.

What started as a vision to gather around the table, honor tradition, and build community has turned into a room filled with 60 seats of fellowship, culture, storytelling, and breaking bread together.

To every supporter, partner, chef, storyteller, and guest — thank you for believing in this experience. This is more than dinner. This is legacy in motion.

We can’t wait to see you all for dinner. ✨

If you’re missing this one, stay close. Sunday Dinner is just getting started.

02/18/2026

SOLD OUT. 🖤🍽️

Sunday Dinner at The AUX is officially at capacity — and our hearts are full.

What started as a vision to gather around the table, honor tradition, and build community has turned into a room filled with 60 seats of fellowship, culture, storytelling, and breaking bread together.

To every supporter, partner, chef, storyteller, and guest — thank you for believing in this experience. This is more than dinner. This is legacy in motion.

We can’t wait to see you all for dinner. ✨

If you're missing this one, stay close. Sunday Dinner is just getting started.

02/17/2026

We’re inviting you to pull up a seat for something much bigger than a meal. This Sunday, February 22nd, Sunday Dinner at The Aux will be an immersive cultural experience where food becomes a mode of storytelling, memory sharing, and connection. Through their dishes and stories, chefs will share food traditions shaped by history, culture, and lived experience.

Come for the food. Stay for the stories. Leave feeling connected.

02/09/2026

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ So many great places and so many great people!!!

Although all of Evanston’s small-business owners should be celebrated daily, the RoundTable is shining a light on these Black-owned restaurants because

02/07/2026

✨ Meet Chef Nina Wade of Free Flow Kitchen ✨
The visionary behind Free Flow Kitchen, Chef Nina brings a free-spirited, creative approach to cooking—blending comforting favorites with bold, global flavors inspired by her travels and love of gathering.

Join us for Sunday Dinner @ The AUX and experience the harmony of flavors, storytelling, and community that define her work.

🎟️ Get your tickets now:
👉 https://posh.vip/e/sunday-dinner-at-the-aux

Same table. Shared stories. Collective memory.

02/06/2026

Love is in the hair and skin! This February, treat yourself (or your crown) to our Valentine’s Day Sales at and !

Natural Hair Specials (Tues–Thurs only)
• $70 Silk Press + FREE steam or deep conditioning
• $45 Sister Locs Shampoo + FREE steam
• $115 Locs Shampoo & Detox (with retwist booking)

Quick Weave Specials (Tues–Thurs only)
• $85 Bobs
• $95 Buss Downs (slight curl)
• $100 Quick Weave Wigs
Wig consultations required 2 weeks in advance

Valentine’s Day Esthetics Specials (Feb 2–21)
• $70 Custom Facial
• $45 Brazilian Wax
• $20 Bikini Wax

Because loving yourself looks good on you! Spots are limited — book now and let us get you Valentine ready.