Combating the Loneliness Epidemic
May 26, 202628mEp. 27
Brenna and Amy talk with Marni about the trending loneliness epidemic we're experiencing and how the library creates space for human connection.
Hosted by Skokie Public Library · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 31 episodes
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Have a question about your child’s growth? You’re not alone! Each month, librarians Caitlin and Katie will chat about their experiences as parents and share library resources for caregivers looking for support.
Skokie Public Library hosts Your Family, Your Library, a society show with 31 episodes published.
Brenna and Amy talk with Marni about the trending loneliness epidemic we're experiencing and how the library creates space for human connection.
Brittany Bouyer and Zeeshan Farooq were chosen as our November 2025 and March 2026 Makers in Residence. Marni sits down with them individually to talk about their inspiration and community projects.
Librarians Laurel and Maria share the idea behind the Skokie Yearbook Project, a yearlong community-focused initiative, and some of their favorite moments from the past year.
Information Services Supervisor Amy shares her tips for evaluating and navigating information, as well as some of her favorite reference questions. Show Notes: https://www.skokielibrary.info/podcast
We wrap up our conversation with Niles Township Supervisor Bonnie Kahn Ognisanti. We explore her background in policy writing, what's new in Springfield, and how the community can give back.
Niles Township Supervisor Bonnie Kahn Ognisanti joins Marni and Richard to dive into the workings of a township and what services they provide.
We conclude our conversation with Executive Director Richard Kong. After the interview, we give you a behind-the-scenes look at a recent community volunteer project. Find the show notes on our website: https://www.skokie
Richard Kong became the Skokie Public Library executive director in 2016. During his tenure, he's experienced a lot of change (like multiple renovation projects), but the library's commitment to the community hasn't wave
In 2025, Skokie Public Library welcomed its first Maker in Residence: Julie Oh! Learn more about Julie's inspiration, advice to new crafters, and what she's worked on in the Studio. https://skokielibrary.info/your-family
Experiential Learning Supervisor Marni joins Katie to discuss the importance of art in personal and professional growth, and how the library supports STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) for all ages.
We bid a tearful goodbye to Caitlin and reflect on Katie and Caitlin's achievements as "Your Family, Your Library" hosts. Keep an eye out for new episodes in 2025!
Katie and Caitlin wrap up their conversation with naturalist Amanda Krause. They chat about the history behind lawns and how families can get started with native plants. Find our show notes on our website: https://skokie
Naturalist Amanda Krause from Oakton College joins our Youth librarians to chat about how adults and children can get involved in nature and highlights the advantages of spending time in nature. Learn more about our podc
Does birth order determine your child's personality? Katie and Caitlin share their views on birth order in their own family and chat about how they introduced their older children to their new siblings. Find our resource
Caitlin and Katie talk about how they make time for themselves in their busy schedules. They also share their challenges and successes in growing their relationships with their partners. Learn more about our podcast: htt
What is burnout, and are we all burned out right now? Katie and Caitlin explore ways to manage burnout and provide library resources for burned-out caregivers. https://skokielibrary.info/your-family-your-library/ Want to
Producer Amber and sound engineer Paul join Caitlin and Katie for this special first anniversary episode. The team reflects on their year on the podcast and their parenting journeys. https://skokielibrary.info/your-famil
Were you inundated with parenting wisdom and myths when you were expecting? Caitlin and Katie share some myths they've heard over the years and share resources and library book recommendations that'll help you when the d
How do you talk to your children about upsetting and challenging occurrences? Skokie Public Library Youth Services librarians Katie and Caitlin chat about their approach and share library books and other resources to hel
Katie and Caitlin kick off the new year by discussing boundaries. They chat about their struggles and how to create boundaries, both as children and adults.
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