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State Services: Drop By to Get Answers

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Meet with constituent advocates from the offices of state senators and representatives whose districts include Skokie.

Ask questions about child support, unemployment, Medicaid, senior services, transportation, and more.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Sewing Machine Basics

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Event Type:
DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Learn the basics of the sewing machine and make a pencil pouch. Supplies will be provided. No experience necessary. 

Full
Registration Required
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:30pm
Age Group:
Older Adults

IRS-certified volunteers from AARP Foundation provide individual in-person assistance by appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

ELL Café

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Talk with other members of the community. Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Medicare Guide for New and Current Participants

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

If you have Medicare, especially if you are new to Medicare and are feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the options, this presentation offers practical, easy to understand explanations to help you feel more confident navigating your Medi

Registration Required
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Climate Optimism in Action

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Discussion, DIY, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Older Adults

As we prepare for spring cleaning, let’s chat about some environmentally friendly alternatives to household cleaning products that you can try at home. We'll also make soap to take home or share with others.  

Registration Required
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:30pm
Age Group:
Older Adults

IRS-certified volunteers from AARP Foundation provide individual in-person assistance by appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

ELL Café

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Talk with other members of the community. Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

One-on-One Studio Help

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Need help learning to use resources in the library's makerspace? Staff can help during brief drop-in sessions as you learn to use one of the machines or specific software, or they can provide help with a specific project. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Low Vision Group

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Event Type:
Discussion, Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Meet others and learn about current research, assistive devices, and community resources for people who have been diagnosed with an eye condition or have a family member who has vision impairment.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:30pm
Age Group:
Older Adults

IRS-certified volunteers from AARP Foundation provide individual in-person assistance by appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

ELL Café

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Talk with other members of the community. Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

State Services: Drop By to Get Answers

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Meet with constituent advocates from the offices of state senators and representatives whose districts include Skokie.

Ask questions about child support, unemployment, Medicaid, senior services, transportation, and more.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Calligraphy with Our Maker in Residence

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Learn the basics of calligraphy with our maker in residence. Materials will be provided. 

Find more about Zeeshan Farooq's classes and office hours during March on our maker-in-residence page.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Introduction to Yoga

Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Jackie Jasperson leads a live yoga class and shares information about yoga practice. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat or towel.

Keyword: Health & Wellness

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Your Library 101 for 55+

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Haven't been to the library in a while? Or are you a frequent library visitor who wants to know more? Learn more about our resources, services, and spaces on a tour designed for adults 55 and older.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:30pm
Age Group:
Older Adults

IRS-certified volunteers from AARP Foundation provide individual in-person assistance by appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

ELL Café

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Talk with other members of the community. Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

One-on-One Studio Help

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Need help learning to use resources in the library's makerspace? Staff can help during brief drop-in sessions as you learn to use one of the machines or specific software, or they can provide help with a specific project. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Using Transportation Applications

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

There are many options for getting from place to place, and many can be accessed using your phone. This presentation will review various apps and resources, including Uber, Lyft, Google Maps, and the CTA transit app. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Government Benefits Eligibility Assistance

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

An English/Urdu-speaking resource navigator with Hamdard Health Alliance will be available for people to drop in to get assistance in determining their eligibility for government benefits and applying for services as appropriate.  

This event is in the "Older Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 2:30pm
Age Group:
Older Adults

IRS-certified volunteers from AARP Foundation provide individual in-person assistance by appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

ELL Café

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Talk with other members of the community. Tutors from Niles Township Schools' ELL Parent Center will help with conversations and answer questions. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

Digital Design with Our Maker in Residence

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Learn the basics of the Procreate app with our Zeeshan Farooq, our March maker in residence. You will learn how to digitize artwork and convert it into a file that can be sent to the laser engravers. 

Registration Required