June 7, 2024

Devonshire Playhouse presents: Something Rotten

Two brothers set out to write the world’s first musical in this hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty-first-century Broadway.

The Broadway show was nominated for 10 Tony Awards. This is the last weekend of the show. Get your tickets today!

Saturday, June 8 at 7 p.m.

Sunday, June 9 at 3 p.m.  

Devonshire Playhouse

4400 Greenwood St.

Adults $28

Students & Seniors $23

Skokie's Juneteenth Celebration is coming!

Enjoy a free day for all filled with live entertainment, keynote speakers, a cultural exhibition, food, vendors, fun and games.

Join us as we commemorate Juneteenth, marking the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1863, when news of their freedom finally reached Galveston, Texas. This year, we gather to honor this pivotal moment and the enduring spirit of resilience within our community.

Learn about the history and traditions of Juneteenth through live entertainment, a cultural exhibition, a key note speaker, food vendors, fun games and thoughtful remembrance. Together, we will uplift and empower one another, recognizing the contributions of those who have shaped our past and those who continue to inspire us today.

We invite you to participate in a day filled with learning, reflection, and joy, as we come together to honor our shared heritage and journey towards a brighter future.

Saturday, June 15, 3–7 p.m.

Oakton Park

4701 Oakton St.

More information here.

Presented by Skokie United and the Skokie Park District. Sponsored by Northwestern University, Oakton College and Endeavor Health.

Mayor issues Pride Month proclamation, honors Skokie Pride

At Monday's monthly Village of Skokie board of trustees meeting, the trustees issued a proclamation in honor of Pride Month, including Skokie Pride, a Skokie Park District annual event.

The proclamation, read by Village Trustee James Johnson, mentions the New York City Stonewall Uprising of 1969, recognized as a catalyst of the LGBTQ+ rights movement, and Skokie's thriving LGBTQ+ community. It goes on to reaffirm LGBTQ+ rights as human rights and states that the Village stands against intolerance and discrimination of all people, and that the fabric of the community is strengthened by justice and love.

The proclamation finally states: "The Mayor of Skokie (George Van Dusen) hereby proclaims the month of June as 'Pride Month' in the Village of Skokie and encourages residents to celebrate this month with programs and activities, including the 'Skokie Pride' event on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Oakton Park."

Cassie Schaffer, who has coordinated Skokie Pride since its inception in 2021, thanked the mayor and trustees for the proclamation and welcomed all Skokie residents to join the Skokie Pride event.

Skokie Park District staff pictured above, left to right: Courtney Willams, commissioner; Cassie Schaeffer, Emily Oaks Nature Center program coordinator and Skokie Pride coordinator; Michelle Tuft, executive director; and Breanne Labus, superintendent of recreation. Also in attendance but not pictured: Antonia Kasalo-Terihaj, commissioner; Ezra Jaffe, vice-president of the board of commissioners; and Bill Schmidt, superintendent of business services.

District celebrates its women in horticulture

Last week was Women in Horticulture Week, a celebration of women's progress and empowerment in the green industry. Nationally, women make up 47 percent of the workforce, however, within the green industry, this figure drops to just 9 percent. The Skokie Park District is proud to employ two women in the field.

Hannah Kosiek is a horticulture specialist with a focus on tree care (she is an ISA-certified arborist) and is the district’s GIS (Geographical Information Systems) coordinator. She graduated from DePaul University with a degree in environmental studies and GIS.

Aneta Tyminski is also a horticulture specialist, with a focus on the restoration and expansion of the district’s native pocket prairies. She specializes in the collection and processing of native seeds in the district’s little greenhouse and its community vegetable garden. She graduated from the University of Tampa with a degree in environmental science and a concentration in marine science – biology.

Free! Skokie Story Stroll at Lorel Park

Bring the family to Lorel Park this summer and read the children's book on display along the park's walking path, "Something, Someday" by Amanda Gorman, national youth poet laureate. The book shares the poetic story of a little boy who observes litter and trash impacting the quality and appearance of his community. Even though he's discouraged from solving the problem, because it's too big to fix, he decides to make a change.

Monday, June 3 thru Thursday, June 27

Lorel Park

8135 Lorel Ave.

Skokie Story Stroll lasts all summer long! Stop by and checkout the other books at the following parks:

Timber Ridge Park: July 1-August 1 "Patrick Picklebottom and the Longest Wait" by Mr. Jay

Winnebago Park: August 5-30 "The Wonderful Things You Will Be" by Emily Winfield Martin



Lawler Park: September 3-27 Book TBA

Find new fun in your June Happenings calendar

If you are looking for new and unique ways to have fun in June, 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 event links.

Click here for the entire calendar of events at the Skokie Park District.

Your Summer Program Guide is here

Register today!

Summer is here and the park district's summer classes and events are now online –– and with them the district's Summer Program Guide for 2024.

This guide offers you and your family a convenient look at an enormous variety of recreational, educational and fitness alternatives, including many summer outdoor special events.

Celebrate summer by finding a new program, class or hobby at your Skokie Park District!

Registration is happening now for all!

Click the button below to plan your summer fun.