Event List

Explore some of the books on our Breezy Reads list through read-alouds and activities and enjoy a variety of flavors of bubble tea and boba. 

Kids younger than eight must have an adult in the library during the event.  

Chat about some of the Cool Reads books and then dig into your artistic side with creative writing exercises. 

Kids in grade 3-6 attend on their own. 

Similar to Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides is a free online application that lets you make and format presentations.

Enjoy a fun all-ages storytime. For children with accompanying adults. 

Free tickets will be given to those present starting at 10:30 am. Space is limited.

Skokie’s 2026 Juneteenth celebration features activities and performances for all ages at Oakton Park. This year's theme is Lifting While We Climb.

Celebrate American history through a timeline of music from Bright Star Touring Theatre.

Monarch butterflies play an important role as pollinators, and their populations are in trouble. Teen volunteers will learn about them and teach others, too.

Share your family's immigration story to help celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month.

Share your family's immigration story to help celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month.

Share your love of Pokémon through card trading, games, and crafts. Bring your cards and any art or Pokémon memorabilia to share. We'll do different activities each month. 

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 drop-in inclusive playgroup is for children younger than six who receive or are considering therapy services. Children play while families meet and find support.

Siblings are welcome. Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

Design STEAM challenges that will allow kids to experiment and compete. In this session, collaborate with other teen volunteers to mess around with the materials and learn some hands-on teaching methods.

Autistic youth and young people with disabilities age 15-21 are invited to develop job skills and serve the community in a fun and supportive environment. 

Be "you-nique," be "be-you-tiful," just be you! Kids age 3-8 and their grown-ups are invited to take pride in their own uniqueness.

Every family has a unique history. Celebrate your culture and heritage by creating a special artifact detailing your family's origins and American journey. You may bring in photos or other items to include in your project.

This drop-in playgroup is for babies age 0 to 23 months. Babies can play with developmentally appropriate toys while their grown-ups socialize with other parents and caregivers.

Practice speaking English with other members of the community. Volunteer tutors will help with conversations and answer questions. 

Free tickets will be given to those who attend.

This month we'll be discussing Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar.

Experiment with and compete in a STEAM challenge led by teen volunteers.
 

Sushi Roll

Enjoy free family entertainment on the Village Green. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. Drop-in event for all ages. 

Enjoy a fun all-ages storytime. For children with accompanying adults. Space is limited. Tickets will be distributed to those present starting at 9:30 am.

Enjoy a fun all-ages storytime. For children with accompanying adults. 

Space is limited. Free tickets will be given to those present starting at 10:30 am.

Come to the Teen Room and celebrate Pride Month with food, art, music, and lots of joy!

Drop-in event for grade 6–12.