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One-on-One Tech Help

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Need one-on-one tech help? Library staff can assist for brief drop-in sessions. Bring your personal device or use a library Chromebook for computer, internet, and technology help.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grade 9–12" group

Asking for a Friend

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Teens, Grade 9–12

Ask questions and share ideas about mental health, relationships, conflict, and more with the support of a therapist from Turning Point and Teen Services librarians.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Design Your Skokie Village Flag

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

On March 17, the Skokie Village Board of Trustees adopted a new Village seal, which replaced the previous seal design us

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group

Family Storytime

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Children and their grown-ups participate together in this storytime with books, music, and more.

Drop-in event. Space is limited. Children younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Board of Trustees

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Age Group:
Adults

Monthly meetings of the library's Board of Trustees are are open to the public.

This event is in the "Adults" group

LitLounge

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Event Type:
Discussion, Books and Authors
Age Group:
Adults

This month we will be discussing a timely comedic satire: Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kristen Miller.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Terrific Twos

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Two-year-olds and accompanying adults share a lively program of simple stories, songs, and games.

Drop-in event. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Job Fair Secrets

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Event Type:
Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Adults

This interactive workshop sponsored by Business and Career Services, Inc., will guide you to prepare for job fairs, navigate and network while there, and follow up afterward. Call 847-484-8187 to register, or drop in.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group

Terrific Twos

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Two-year-olds and accompanying adults share a lively program of simple stories, songs, and games.

Drop-in event. Space is limited.

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

State Services: Drop By to Get Answers

Thursday, September 11, 2025 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, and more.

Staffed by the offices of:

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

Math Party

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Event Type:
Science and STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2

Try some math-related activities and age-appropriate math games. For kids in grade K-2

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Third Space Thursday

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Play with beads and make bracelets and other bead masterpieces at this month's Third Space Thursdays. Supplies and snacks may be limited. Drop-in event.

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

Artist Reception

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

See and hear about the artwork in the current exhibit by local artist John Wangendo. Drop-in event. Light refreshments will be served.

Library Closed

All Day

The library is closed today for staff training. No materials are due today, although the book returns outside the south side of the building are available. 

Closing
This event is in the "Kids" group

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Enjoy a fun all-ages storytime. Drop-in event for children with accompanying adults. Space is limited.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Learn and Try Generative AI

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

If you are curious about AI, drop in for a fun, hands-on intro to tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and more. Learn the basics, try different platforms at rotating stations, and leave with helpful guides so you can keep exploring at home.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

ABC, Look at Me!

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2

Kids in PreK-grade 2 and their grown-ups will experience a story, songs, rhymes, and a game while working on important preschool skills like letter sounds and social-emotional learning.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Feel-Good Family Games

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

This family game event encourages collaboration and compassion.

For families with kids in grade K-5. There must be at least one adult per family, and each person must register.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Age 0–5" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group

Nature Play

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2

Young children are invited to explore nature in the North Courtyard. Be prepared to dig in and get your hands messy.

Drop-in event for children who are younger than six with an adult.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Turning Point Mobile Living Room

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Age Group:
Adults

Turning Point Behavioral Health Center provides mental health support for individuals through its Mobile Living Room on a walk-in basis.

This event is in the "Adults" group

One-on-One Tech Help

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Need one-on-one tech help? Library staff can assist for brief drop-in sessions. Bring your personal device or use a library Chromebook for computer, internet, and technology help.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Grade 6–8" group
This event is in the "Grade 9–12" group

Unplugged Club

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Teens, Grade 6–8, Grade 9–12

Tired of scrolling? Let's make art, eat snacks, and more in a low-stakes, screen-free setting.

For grades 6-12.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Pokémon Club

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Learn, play, and trade cards with other trainers. Bring your cards and any art or Pokémon memorabilia to share. We can also try some Pokémon video games. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Solving Tech Problems

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Learn the secrets library staff use when answering your tech questions. Whether you're trying to fix something or learn something new, this class will give you the tools to know where to look and keep your tech working smoothly.

Registration Required