Staff honored, last Flea Market, Bump tickets +

October 15, 2021

Village honors district staff for COVID-19 response

At the October 4, 2021 Village Board of Trustees Meeting, Village Trustees presented their "Public Health Partners in Excellence" award to the Skokie Park District for their contribution of volunteers to the Village COVID-19 mass vaccination center. "Without the park district's help we just could not have run this clinic," said Skokie Director of Health and Human Services Michael Charley. The clinic administered more than 28,000 vaccinations. Over several months in early 2021, park district staff signed up for hundreds of hours of shifts as part of Skokie's COVID-19 vaccination team. Executive Director Michelle Tuft accepted the award on behalf of the district. "We were proud to assist the Skokie team in this important effort in helping to vaccinate Village residents," said Tuft. "Our staff stepped up to volunteer for many shifts, often at the last minute. All of them are to be commended for their time and efforts." The Village also recognized the Arie Crown Hebrew Day School, Hatzalah Chicago Emergency Medical Service, Oakton Community College, North Park College Nursing Program, and the Skokie Public Library for their COVID-19 response efforts.

Summer's last Flea Market Frenzy

Find that perfect piece of refurbished furniture, holiday decorations, sports collectibles, or antiques. Or, just sift through hundreds of hidden treasures. At this last Flea Market Frenzy of the 'summer,' you're sure to find something great! Oakton Community Center Parking Lot 4701 Oakton St. Sunday, October 17, 9 a.m to 4 p.m.

Things That Go Bump in the Night at Emily Oaks

The Skokie Park District's first major Halloween event is here! Meet some of the fascinating but often misunderstood critters of Emily Oaks! This popular event is intended to be fun and informative –– NOT frightening. As you're guided along the trail, you will watch three skits with costumed characters. Your visit will end at a campfire featuring snacks and songs. For all ages. In case of heavy rain, the event will be rescheduled or cancelled. Advanced tickets cost $6 per person and are sold for specific times; up to 20 tickets are available for each time. Tickets will be sold at the gate ONLY if available. Emily Oaks Nature Center 4650 Brummel Street Friday, October 15, 6-8:15 p.m. Saturday, October 16, 5:30-8:15 p.m.

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Halloween Public Skate & Costume Contest

Wear your most creative costume and join us for two hours of Halloween family fun at the Skatium Ice Arena! This event includes a public skating session and a costume contest. Children $8 Adults $10 Skate Rental $3 Season passes do not apply to this event. Skatium Ice Arena 9340 Weber Park Place Friday, October 29, 7:15-9:15 p.m.

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Devonshire Playhouse presents: Children of Eden

From the legendary writer of Godspell, Wicked and Pippin comes this biblical story of Genesis featuring the age-old conflict between parents and children. Centuries of unresolved family business takes the Devonshire Playhouse stage in this epic, heartfelt Stephen Schwartz musical! Devonshire Playhouse 4400 Greenwood St. Performances Saturday, October 16 at 7 p.m. Sunday, October 17 / 3 p.m. Wine & beer sales are available to those ages 21+ at all adult playhouse performances. Tickets: $20

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Visit the Skokie Heritage Museum's virtual exhibit

The Skokie Heritage Museum feature's a new online exhibit, answering frequently asked history questions and providing information such as: The origin, meaning and changing of Skokie's name Who were the first settlers in Skokie? Why two St. Peter churches? Skokie street names Silent movies in Skokie Jewish families in Skokie Skokie is the World's Largest Village Anti-aircraft artillery site in Skokie Old Orchard Mall The Edens Expressway Amusement Park Attempted Nazi March in Skokie Skokie culture now History of the Skokie Heritage Museum Visit the virtual exhibit today by clicking the button below.

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The Rotary Club of Skokie Valley will accept donations of unused or gently used adult and children's winter jackets and coats through early December. Special thanks to Kenny the Cleaner for providing cleaning services. Skokie Park District drop off locations include: Weber Leisure Center, 9300 Weber Park Pl. Oakton Community Center, 4701 Oakton St. Tot Learning Center, 3701 Howard St.

See our October Happenings calendar Looking for alternative ways to have fun this month? The Skokie Park District offers great one-day events, workshops, outings, special events and more. Click on the calendar below to view them all.

Find your fall programs today! The Skokie Park District's fall programs are now online and with them the district's Fall Program Guide, readying our residents for ongoing fall registration. The Fall Program Guide offers you and your family an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including a huge number of fall special events. Click on the guide cover to fall into fall.