Big trucks! Tuck Everlasting, Hot Dogs at Lorel + | |
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Meet the Machines!
This is your chance to see the big rigs up close for free!
Featuring a variety of trucks from the community, including from our very own Skokie Park District. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Oakton Community Center
Parking Lot
4701 Oakton St.
Saturday, September 10, 9:30–11 a.m.
New!
From 10:30-11 a.m., the event will be horn and lights free, creating an inclusive environment for children sensitive to loud noise, horns, sirens or flashing lights.
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Tuck Everlasting: The Musical | |
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Performed outdoors at the Skokie Heritage Museum, Natalie Babbitt's Tony-nominated "Tuck Everlasting" is the story of a young girl who is faced with the difficult decision to live forever or let her life continue as planned.
Skokie Heritage Museum
8031 Floral Avenue
Saturdays & Sundays, September 10, 11, 17 & 18 at 2:30 p.m.
Bleachers available or audience may bring blankets or lawn chairs.
Adults–$20 / Seniors & Students–$15
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Visit Lorel Park for free hot dogs and bouncy house play for the kids. Also, chat with staff and board members of the Skokie Park District. Includes Kosher, Halal and veggie dogs.
Lorel Park
8135 Lorel Ave.
Tuesday, September 13, 4-7 p.m.
Sponsored by Molina Healthcare, Matrix Home Solutions and Orthodontic Experts.
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3-D Fireworks reset for September 17! | |
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The postponed free July 4th 3-D Fireworks show will now be held on Saturday, September 17, at 6:30 p.m., at Niles West High School.
6:30 p.m.
Attendees may bring blankets, chairs and a picnic dinner. The event will feature DJ music leading up to the fireworks show.
8–8:25 p.m.
Free fireworks show with music, with 3-D glasses for the first 10,000 attendees.
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September's Flea Market Frenzy | |
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Browse hidden treasures and find great prices on items such as antiques, holiday decor, dishes, clothing, tools, electronics, video games, jewelry, books, music, movies, art, vinyl, and other totally weird stuff! Flea Market Frenzy is held one Sunday a month through October.
Free admission!
Oakton Community Center Parking Lot
4701 Oakton St.
Sunday, September 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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It's Free!
Get ready to move in September with 'Go! Skokie'
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Commit to be active this September! During the entire month of September, we are asking you to commit to walk or move for 30 minutes every day!
Free incentive walking events and programs will 'pop-up' in September and throughout the year, including Skokie Story Stroll, walking meet-ups, BOGO mini-golf, fitness classes, and much more, to encourage you to keep moving!
Register now to be entered in a raffle for cool prizes! All ages are welcome to participate.
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Skokie Story Stroll: Timber Ridge Park | |
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Bring the family to various Skokie parks this summer and read the children's stories on display!
Every three weeks, a designated park will feature a children’s book attached to kiosks along the park path. As you stroll along the trail, you will be directed to the next page in the story.
Enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time!
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August 29 – September 15
Timber Ridge Park:
Do Not Bring Your Dragon in the Library
You might have the best intentions, but bringing your dragon in the library will cause nothing but trouble. Using rhyming text and a diverse cast of characters, this charming picture book will provide some important―and some not so important―library etiquette in a very entertaining way.
Timber Ridge Park is located at 9040 Lawndale
Final Stroll: September 19 – October 7
Laramie Park: Change Sings
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See the September Happenings calendar! | |
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If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in September, the Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more.
Click on the calendar below to view it and access its links.
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Fall program registration is on!
The Skokie Park District offers you and your family an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including many fall special events.
Celebrate fall by finding a new program, class or hobby at your Skokie Park District today!
Registration for residents and non-residents is happening now!
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- SPACE Program (before-and-after-school) staff
- Tot Learning Center assistant teachers
- Weber, Oakton and Devonshire Centers – front desk customer service staff
- Emily Oaks Nature Center – front desk staff & maintenance
- Skatium Ice Arena – cashiers, skate guards, building supervisors, building attendants, birthday party hosts, office staff
- Devonshire dance instructor
- Skokie Sports Park cashiers and attendants
- Weber Park Golf Course cashiers
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