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Terrific Twos

Thursday, January 15, 2026 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 "Older Adults" group

Self-Care Kit for Adults 55+

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Older Adults

There is a lot in life that we can’t control, but how we take care of our mental health is still up to us.

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

Meet Our Accessibility Materials

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Event Type:
Lifestyle and Leisure, Self-Improvement
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Explore and test some of our new accessibility tools. Staff will explain what each tool can be used for and how it can be supportive.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Procreate Basics

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
DIY, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Explore how to create digital artwork and learn the basics of Procreate, an app that offers tools for painting, sketching, designing, and animating. 

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

Melody and Motion

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

This musical storytime is perfect for kids who are always on the go. Every session is full of songs, rhymes, and movement.

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

Introduction to Yoga

Friday, January 16, 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

Online Learning with Library Resources

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Event Type:
Self-Improvement, Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Did you know you can learn to code or start speaking Spanish with your library card? We have videos that help you learn to knit & crochet or negotiate your salary.

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
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Muslim Character Quest

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Books and Authors, Muslim American Heritage Month
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

In this fun scavenger hunt, follow the clues to discover books featuring Muslim characters.

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

Saturday Family Storytime

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Winter Reading Bingo for Families

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Kids

Families and children, let's explore some of our available digital resources and check off some winter reading bingo boxes together. Registration limited to 15 participants.

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

Memory Café

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Navigating Alzheimer’s and dementia can be challenging. Individuals experiencing either, as well as caregivers, are welcome to meet and connect with others.

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

Speed Friending for Parents

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Adults

Make new friends and find community with other parents of kids age 0-12 as Skokie Yearbook Project hosts speed friending for parents.

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

Early Entry: An Accessibility Hour

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Families and individuals who need a quiet, uncrowded environment are invited to use the library before we open. Explore the Kids Room, Teen Room, Studio, and materials on the first floor.

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

AREV Film Series

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

Women in Black 

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

Family Volunteering

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Type:
Civic Engagement, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Celebrate the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr and this National Day of Service by participating in a project to benefit a local community organization.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

One-on-One Tech Help

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Relax and Read

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Books and Authors
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Pick up a lantern, find a cozy spot, and settle in for a step back in time. Lights will be dimmed, a video projected onto a wall, and a chapter read aloud from a historical fiction novel.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Speed Friending

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Make new friends as Skokie Yearbook Project hosts speed friending. Join other twenty- and thirtysomethings as you meet new people and make new friends.

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

Family Storytime

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5, Grade K–2

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

Developmental Playgroup

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Type:
Social Gathering
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

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.

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Event Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Age 0–5

Enjoy books, rhymes, and songs together. Drop-in event for children age 3-6 with an adult. Space is limited.

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

Video Game Coding

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Science and STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Grade 3–5

Design your own video game using Scratch, an online block-based coding system. Create a catch game with falling objects, characters, and a custom background as you level up your coding skills. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Movie Night

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Event Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Little Forest

Hye-won is studying at a university in Seoul but fails an important exam and is struggling with city life. She returns to her rural home to decide her next steps.