Event List

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.

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

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

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

Drop-in event. Space is limited.

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.

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

Drop-in event. Space is limited.

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:

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

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.

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

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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.

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

For grades 6-12.

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. 

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.

This Oakton College class helps native and non-native English speakers improve their reading and writing skills. 

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.  

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.