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July 30 through August 12, Skokie Public Library will be accepting school supplies to offset overdue fines on your account. Donated supplies will be given to local Skokie schools.

Bring in one new packaged item from the school-approved list below and we will waive $1.00 in overdue fines up to $30.00 per library card.*

For example, if you owe $5.40 in fines, bring in at least 6 items and we will waive the $5.40. Don't have fines? We will gladly accept donations!

24 ct. Crayola crayons
10 or 12 ct. Crayola® broad or thin line markers
Dry-erase markers
12 ct. colored pencils
#2 sharpened pencils
Ballpoint pens, medium—black, blue, or red
Highlighters, various colors
70-sheet wide-ruled spiral notebook
Wide-ruled loose-leaf lined paper
2-pocket folder, plastic/poly—various colors
Large glue sticks
Pink Pearl eraser
Large zippered pencil pouch or pencil box
Large box facial tissues
Gallon, quart, or sandwich zipper bags

*Does not apply to lost or damaged items or collection agency fees.