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Participate in Summer Reading

Upcoming Events

Today

10:00 am Dan + Claudia Zanes Inclusive Family Concert
12:15 pm Summer Lunch for Youth and Teens
1:30 pm Preschool Storytime
3:00 pm Learn About Pride
5:00 pm Pride Party

Tomorrow

9:30 am Babies and Tots Storytime Outdoors
10:00 am Together Time
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Summer Reading 2025

Our favorite time of year is here. All ages from babies on up, and all types of readers are welcome.

Join the party!

Music from Cambodia

close up of hands playing the Roneat

Hear newly arranged classics that combine Cambodian and European instruments.

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Fourth of July Parade

the bookmobile parked outdoors

See the bookmobile at Skokie's annual 4th of July Parade.

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From our blog

Recognizing our former trustee for his dedicated service to the library.

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Change the Recipe: Because You Can't Change the World Without Breaking Some Eggs

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Summer Reading Suggestions for Nonfiction Readers

Looking to learn something new over the summer or perhaps start a new hobby? What about exploring art, history, or diving into true crimes, and travel? This list has something for everyone.

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New and coming Soon

  • Coming Soon on DVD
  • Upcoming bestsellers
  • New Kids Books
  • More new releases

Ebooks & Downloads

  • OVERDRIVE/LIBBY
  • TUMBLEBOOKS
  • HOOPLA
  • KANOPY
  • LOTE4Kids
  • MORE EBOOKS & DOWNLOADS

Summer Reading Fun

The party is getting started, and everyone is invited!

Skokie Public Library

  • 5215 Oakton Street
  • Skokie, Illinois 60077
  • 847-673-7774

Hours

  • Monday-Friday, 9 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday, noon to 6 pm
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