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July 29, 2025

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Greetings Ivan! 

Here’s what you need to know this week:

🏴Village flag: There’s still time to share your design for a new Skokie flag!

🚧 Lincoln Avenue project: Provide your input on IDOT’s proposed roadway improvements between Howard Street and Niles Center Road by August 8.

🚗 Vehicle stickers: Now’s the time to purchase your Skokie vehicle sticker. Prices increase on August 1.

Note: A temporary lockdown that was implemented at Old Orchard Mall earlier this afternoon has been lifted, and normal activity has resumed. Visit the Skokie Police Department Facebook page for updates, and sign up for Smart911 emergency notifications to stay informed for future incidents.

Bring the family to Oakton Park next Tuesday, August 5, 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., for National Night Out!

What it’s all about: The free, family-friendly event coordinated by the Skokie Police Department celebrates strong police-community partnerships to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

Activities and performances include:

Free hot dogs will be provided by the Skokie Park District.

Newly installed charging ports for municipal vehicles outside of Village Hall.

As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability, the Village recently installed 13 new Level 2 electric vehicle (EV) charging ports for municipal vehicles at Village Hall. The project was completed in partnership with ComEd through its Beneficial Electrification Make-Ready Rebate program.

🔌 A greener fleet: The added EV chargers:

🌱 Why it matters: Skokie’s Environmental Sustainability Plan includes a strategy to reduce fossil fuel consumption in Village operations by 30 percent by 2030.

In addition to their environmental benefits, EVs typically require fewer resources and are less expensive to maintain.

⚡ Find a public charging station: The Village also offers four public EV charging stations. View the interactive map to find a public EV charging station near you.

Citizens Police Academy participants complete a traffic stop exercise.

Walk in the shoes of a Skokie Police Officer by taking part in this year’s Citizens Police Academy!

Program details: The free program is open to adults 18 years and older, and meets once a week on Wednesdays, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., starting September 3. Register in advance.

What you’ll learn: The program includes classroom and hands-on activities covering a variety of topics, including:

“Clue: A Walking Mystery” promotional billboard on the Edens Expressway.

Step into the classic board game “Clue” like never before! Presented by the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts In Skokie, “Clue: A Walking Mystery” invites you and your group to play detective in Downtown Skokie through August 17. Solve puzzles, find clues, and discover WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT.

🎟️ Ready to solve the mystery? Get your tickets now before they sell out!

The Storefront (Photo by Rich Cahan)

Looking for a way to slow down and recharge this summer? Join Star Sound Baths at The Storefront, 4051 Main St., on Wednesday, July 30, with sessions at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m., for a calming evening of sound and stillness. 

What to expect: Sound bath meditation uses therapeutic vibrations from instruments like crystal singing bowls to help guide the body and mind into a deeply relaxed state.

Register: Purchase your ticket and take a moment for yourself.

Enjoy a lively night of music, community and creativity at The Storefront this Saturday, August 2, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

What to expect: The free event will feature the sounds of DJ Brian Williams, craft cocktails from Libertad, and great company in a relaxed, adult-focused setting. This event is for ages 21 and over and is supported by the Village’s Fine Arts Commission.

Register: Space is limited and registration is required. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this one-of-a-kind cultural evening!

Out of Space Skokie. (Photo credit: Kate Scott)

Last weekend’s Out of Space music fest brought big names to Skokie, including The Decemberists, Rodrigo Y Gabriela, Shakey Graves, Sylvan Esso and more! Thanks to everyone who made it a weekend to remember.

We celebrated the Skokie Farmers’ Market’s 50th anniversary with “Peace, Love and Produce” last weekend. Subscribe to the Skokie Farmers’ Market newsletter to stay updated on the weekly lineup of music, activities and vendors!

The next Market is this Sunday, August 3, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., outside of Village Hall, 5127 Oakton St.

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