If it’s late September, it’s time for hundreds of people to descend upon Charles Gates Dawes House for the annual Taste of Evanston. Credit: Desiree Shannon Attendees relax and enjoy a variety of cuisines available at Taste of Evanston. Credit: Desiree Shannon Linda Gerber, former co-chair of Taste of Evanston, was instrumental in securing participating restaurants this year. Credit: Desiree Shannon Attendees socialize on the Dawes House grounds. Credit: Desiree Shannon Larry Murphy (left), owner of Yo Fresh Yogurt Cafe helps spoon out fresh peach cobbler.