Skokie Public Library

10/18/2026

It can be hard to know what information you can trust, and part of that is understanding that every piece of media has a specific lens through which it is created, disseminated, and understood.

Learn how to assess perspective in the media by analyzing historical newspaper articles.

Wednesday, October 21, 6 pm

https://www.skokielibrary.info/event/bias-news-42252

10/17/2026

For many students and families, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form can seem overwhelming.

Get help completing the FAFSA from an Illinois Student Assistance Commission corps member at this free workshop.

Monday, October 19, 6:30 pm

https://www.skokielibrary.info/event/fafsa-completion-workshop-44357

10/16/2026

The phones are back up! Thank you for your patience.

Our phone lines are down, and we are working to address the issue.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

10/16/2026

Our phone lines are down, and we are working to address the issue.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

10/15/2026

Neighbors supporting neighbors creates a strong foundation and community.

We chat with Community Engagement Librarian Holly and Jim from the Skokie Community Foundation about the different ways people can give back and how Skokie neighbors are helping each other.

Neighbors supporting neighbors creates a strong foundation and community. Marni sits down with Community Engagement Librarian Holly and Jim, the executive director of the Skokie Community Foundation, to explore the different ways people can give back and how Skokie neighbors are helping each other.

10/13/2026

Improvised Romantasy is an unscripted theatrical experience performing around Chicago with shows based on popular fantasy books like "A Court of Thorns and Roses" (ACOTAR) and "Fourth Wing."

Celebrate the upcoming release of "A Court of Splintered Harmony" with a performance that dives headfirst into the fantasy fever dream of your wildest imagination.

Thursday, October 15, 26:30 pm

https://www.skokielibrary.info/event/romantasy-improv-38660

10/11/2026

Celebrate our new 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten reading program with this special counting-themed storytime.

Tuesday, October 13, 10 am

https://www.skokielibrary.info/event/1000-books-kindergarten-storytime-48021

10/10/2026

From techniques to ingredients, learn what you need to know to make better gluten-free baked goods.

Monday, October 12, 6 pm

https://www.skokielibrary.info/event/gluten-free-baking-basics-38658

10/09/2026

Celebrate our new Libranimals reading game with a live animal show, games, and prizes!

Sunday, October 11, 1 pm

https://www.skokielibrary.info/event/libranimals-launch-party-38707

10/08/2026

We are committed to intellectual freedom and the right to read.

Check out some of our favorite books from the American Library Association's Challenged Books list.

https://skokielibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/1076774408/3113982347