Skokie Public Library

When you come to the library, you know that you can always depend on our staff to provide excellent book and movie suggestions. From our themed lists to our in-person recommendations, we are always here to lend a helping hand. Did you know there’s another way staff can help you find your next great book or movie? Learn how you can get recommendations in your inbox! https://lnkd.in/gmtHQf95

Looking for opportunities to support your community? Come explore the organizations serving Skokie and opportunities for those 16 and older. Sunday, November 24, 2 pm https://lnkd.in/g4vf7qTe

Author Devorah Heitner, PhD will explore broad topics around parenting and the internet. Bring your questions about topics like how to balance curiosity and safety, and what technology skills kids need for the future. Wednesday, November 20, 5:30 pm https://lnkd.in/gAix5sWp

Need help planning your next move? Employment specialists will assist with career counseling and answer your job-related questions. These drop-in sessions are available to job seekers and employers with recruitment questions. Tuesday, November 12, 2:30 pm https://lnkd.in/g76xs2Td

Learn how to identify the types of imposter syndrome and strategies to overcome each type. Thursday, November 7, 7 pm https://lnkd.in/g-zc23cA

We frequently ask ourselves how we can honor what is important to the residents of Skokie, knowing that there are many different community priorities and values. As we learn about communities’ important moments on the calendar, we factor what we learn into a calendar of community priorities that informs library services in many ways. https://lnkd.in/gpsa3bCW

It’s election season again! While you probably already have a lot of information about many races, there may be others you know less about. Learn more about upcoming local elections and how to file for candidacy. https://lnkd.in/gEXxzJdk

Learn what “branding” means and why marketing yourself for the job is critical to the job search today. Wednesday, October 30, 2 pm https://lnkd.in/gEzWq4nA

October 21-25 is National Media Literacy Week. We've identified some tips that will help you engage more consciously with the media you consume, be it interesting, rage-inducing, meaningful, or entertaining. https://lnkd.in/g8WdAuts

Have you noticed fewer monarch butterflies this year? You're not alone! Our teen volunteers investigate the reasons behind the decline and how we can all do our part. https://lnkd.in/gRhmjBFS