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Sixth Annual Illinois Emerging Writers Competition, Gwendolyn Brooks Poetry Award

Submitted by skokie on Friday, March 12, 2010 - 12:27pm
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Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White and the Illinois Center for the Book are pleased to announce the sixth annual Illinois Emerging Writers Competition, Gwendolyn Brooks Poetry Award. Named for the late awardwinning poet and Illinois Poet Laureate Gwendolyn Brooks, the contest promotes creative writing, encourages local writers, and provides a unique opportunity for recognizing new literary talent in the state.

 

The competition is open to Illinois residents age 18 and over.

ILLINOIS EMERGING WRITERS COMPETITION

Submitted by lee on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 - 3:16pm
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The 6th Illinois Emerging Writers Competition has been announced by Secretary of State and State Librarian Jesse White. The competition is designed to promote creative writing, encourage new writers and provide a unique opportunity and outlet for recognizing new poets and short story writers. Winners receive cash prizes and have their works submitted for review and possible publication in several Illinois literary magazines.

Music Therapy for Brain-Body and Soul

Submitted by indiasfirst on Saturday, February 27, 2010 - 4:34am
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By India’s First Music Therapist Dr. Bhaskar Khandekar

 

Music has frequently been used as a therapeutic agent from the ancient times. Music is a kind of yoga system through the medium of sonorous sound, which acts upon the human organism and awakens and develops their proper functions to extent of self-realisation. This is the ultimate goal of Hindu Philosophy and religion. Melody is the keynote of Indian Music. The 'Raga' is the basis of melody.

Orchesis, Niles West Dance Troupe, Presents Spring Show March 11-13

Submitted by karmal on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 - 10:00am
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  Orchesis, the Niles West High School dance

Skokie Author's New Book Explores Iranian Jews In America

Submitted by skokienet on Friday, February 19, 2010 - 11:34am
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Skokian Leah R.

Explore American Presidents & Their Jewish Connections

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, February 18, 2010 - 10:34am
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How do identities as Jews and concerns at Americans intersect through U.S. history? Join Mr. Rosenberg as he examines the relationships between past presidents and the Jewish community.

 

Mr. Rosenberg is a lawyer and educator who has taught at religious schools and synagogues throughout the metropolitan Chicago area. 

 

The presentation will be held Feb.

Sundance film "Bhutto" sheds light on Pakistan

Submitted by kate on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - 8:17pm
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PARK CITY, Utah (Reuters) - Westerners seeking to understand the volatility of modern Pakistan are getting a good look at the country in a new movie examining the life and legacy of slain leader Benazir Bhutto, screening at the Sundance Film Festival. read more

Skokie Art Fair: June 1976

Submitted by bullfighter on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - 11:03am
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Skokie Art Fair: June 1976

Scenes from a Skokie art fair in June 1976. Skokie has had an annual art fair on the Village Green for decades. Artists from Skokie and beyond are welcome to exhibit.

Great Skokie photostream on Flickr

Submitted by skokie on Friday, February 12, 2010 - 2:42pm
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http://www.flickr.com/photos/eridony/sets/72157623454448372/

 

Do you have a collection of pix you'd like to share?  Just click on our email at the bottom of the page.

In Search of Yiddish

Submitted by kate on Friday, February 5, 2010 - 3:39pm
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In Search of Yiddish

In Russian with English Subtitles

Best International Cultural Documentary award winner

2009 New York Documentary Film Festival

Warm Yourself At Skokie's "Winter Chilly Fest and Chili Dinner"

Submitted by skokienet on Thursday, February 4, 2010 - 11:04am
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Skokie Library Needs Your Gently Read Paperbacks!

Submitted by skokie on Thursday, February 4, 2010 - 10:19am
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Skokie Public Library wants to keep you reading!

 

To do so, we need your gently used paperback books! Any genre or popular title is welcome. Donated books will be sold in our used book sale, with all proceeds going to support library services, or will become part of our new outreach initiative, a read and pass it on deposit collection available to folks outside the library.

 

Please bring your gently used donations to the West Circulation Desk.

 

HELP I NEED A PRACTICE ROOM

Submitted by claire on Friday, January 29, 2010 - 4:56pm
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A tuba player in Skokie would like a place where he could practice his tuba.  The place should be in the Skokie area and he could use this space during the day or early evening, whatever is beneficial to the owner of the space.  Please get in touch with Richard Bunn at 847.213.0103.

An Evening of Jazz Featuring Tom Matta Big Band at Niles West on Feb. 3

Submitted by karmal on Friday, January 29, 2010 - 12:53pm
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Illinois Nut and Candy Offers Concessions at the Skokie Theatre

Submitted by eh re ca on Thursday, January 21, 2010 - 5:50pm
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Illinois Nut and Candy Offers Concessions at the Skokie Theatre

Dave Levine of Illinois Nut and Candy offers his delicacies to attendees of the Skokie Theatre's production of Love Letters. Theater goers could select candy for a dollar a piece, with all proceeds benefiting Skokie Theatre.

Skokie Theatre Presents Mayor George Van Dusen In "Love Letters"

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 - 1:27pm
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Singer Jack Miuccio Performs At Skokie Theatre Veteran's Benefit

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 - 1:04pm
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Jack Miuccio's performances capture the vibe of the Rat Pack. He has opened for Frankie Avalon and Fabian, and sings regularly at the Tuscany restaurant in Oakbrook and Enzo's in West Chicago.

 

On January 23rd at 8pm, Jack headlines a tribute to veterans at the Skokie Theatre. Admission is free with a donation to the theatre's "vet ticket" fund.

 

Discover Anne Frank at the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center!

Submitted by skokie on Thursday, January 14, 2010 - 11:51am
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Calling All Thespians

Submitted by lee on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 - 7:43pm
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Donor Tree Plaques Can Be Purchased For Installing At Skokie Sculpture Park

Submitted by skokienet on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 - 12:31pm
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A new sculpture at the Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park along McCormick Blvd. "Donor Tree" by local artist Joe Folise was dedicated in the section between Dempster and Main streets. Folise is also the one that was responsible for the original design of the sculpture park.

 

Donor plaques can be purchased in the increments of $125, $250, and $1,000 which will be placed on the branches of the tree to memorialize loved ones and recognize donors to the park. The park has been a familiar fixture in Skokie for 20 years.

 

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