- Friday, July 25
Movie Night - Monday, August 18
Manga/Anime Appreciation Club - Friday, August 29
Movie Night - Wednesday, December 10
Book Discussion
Teens can attend and participate in programs at the Library that are specifically designed for them, such as teen book discussions and movie nights. Many activities and events of interest to teens are held throughout the year, including a teen poetry contest, a teen job fair, and a Teen Read Week celebration. Check the full Library Program and Event Calendars for a description of scheduled events.
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Library Programs and Events for Teens
Anime Drawing Workshop
Teens and adults get together for instructional sessions with an experienced anime artist.
Anime Film Fest
Teens and adults can watch Japanese animated features on a big screen while enjoying pocky and other Japanese snacks.
Annual Teen Job Fair
The 2007 job fair for teens will be held on Thursday, March 27 from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
Book Discussions
Teens meet to talk about books of current interest that have been suggested by teens. Refreshments are provided.
Free Comic Book Day
On Free Comic Book Day, Skokie Public Library gives away free comics and offers fun programs!
Improv Night
This program is popular with teens who enjoy developing their ability to perform with little or no preparation.
Manga/Anime Appreciation Club
Teens meet to discuss manga and view anime while enjoying Japanese snacks. Adults are welcome!
Movie Night
Movies selected for a teen audience are shown in the Mary Radmacher Meeting Room. Refreshments are provided.
National Poetry Month
Teens celebrate National Poetry Month with special programs and a display of winning poems from Skokie Public Library's most recent Teen Poetry Contest.
Photography Contest
Skokie Public Library's Annual Teen Photography Contest awards prizes for the top three photographs and three additional honorable mentions.
Poetry Contest
Skokie Public Library's Annual Teen Poetry Contest awards prizes for winners. The top three poems are submitted to a national contest.
Skokie Park District Summer Program Guide
For teen programs, see page 18 of this brochure.
Teen Read Week
Highlighting teen reading, Teen Read Week is celebrated each year during the third week of October.
Teen Summer Reading Program
The annual summer reading program is held during June and July for adults and teens. All participants receive prizes.
Skokie Public Library Book Award
This award is presented each year to a graduating senior of each of the Niles Township high schools. Recipients of the award are selected by librarians at the schools.
Village of
Skokie Human Relations Commission: Diversity Contest
Diversity Awareness contests are open to elementary, junior high, and high school students. An Essay and Poetry Contest, a Technology Projects Contest, and a Poetry Contest are sponsored by this Village of Skokie commission. Winning submissions are displayed at Skokie Public Library and can be viewed online. For updated contest information, contact Meryl Rivenson at 847.933.8209.
Yoga for Teens
Yoga can be a wonderful and fun way of cultivating self-discipline, promoting self-esteem, and maintaining the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of any teenager.
