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The J.J. Java Coffee House in Evanston is one of many businesses affected by the summer months in Evanston when University students are on vacation. 


Summer strain on Evanston restaurants

by Eric Eckstrom
July 17, 2012


For Northwestern University students, the summer is often a time of relaxation.  But for local restaurant owners, who depend on them for business, the summer can be particularly difficult.  Eric Eckstrom speaks to one business owner who says she feels the impact in a big way.