Whether you just need a quiet place to study, a place to plug in your laptop, or you’re looking to satisfy your curiosity with a new skill or hobby, the library is where it’s at.
We proctor certain exams, free of charge, based on availability. Skokie residents receive priority.
Classes & Tutorials
Creativebug
Thousands of art and craft video tutorials taught by design experts. Includes lessons on visual and fiber arts, paper crafts, jewelry making, and more.
Digital Learn
An online hub for digital literacy support and training specifically crafted for beginners, curated by the Public Library Association.
Gale Courses
More than 300 college instructor-led free online courses in technology, business, health, wellness, education, parenting, and the arts. New six-week sessions begin every month.
LearningExpress
Practice tests and flash cards for high school, college, and occupational certification exams, as well as tutorials on career exploration and advancement.
Mango Languages
Lessons for learning more than 60 languages, including English. Includes specialty courses, such as medical Spanish, and full-length movies with subtitles and enhanced instruction. An app also is available.
