Oct. 22, 2023 E-NEWS Call 847-566-8702 or Chat Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm• Sunday 1 – 5pm
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Hidden Cemeteries
Genealogy Interest Group
Dr. Emilie Lucchesi discusses how graves were lost during the expansion of cities, how they were discovered, and what they have taught social scientists and anthropologists. (Virtual in library/online)
Get tips from our Genealogy Librarian (and the group) on how to use Ancestry and other tools to research your family tree. (In person)
Monday, Oct. 23, 7:00pm
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Oct. 24, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Twilight Movie Night
Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6:00pm
This program is full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so other patrons on the wait list can join us. Join us for a screening of Twilight and a themed craft! You will be able to paint a small terracotta pot for your own live cactus to bring home. Snacks provided. Ages 18 and up. (In person)
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 10:00am
Senior Connections - The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson Friday, Nov. 10, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Great Books The Armies of the Night by Norman Mailer Saturday, Nov. 18, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Booktok Talks The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Oct. 26, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. (Online)
Tricks & Treats -
A Cultural History of Halloween Monday, Oct. 30, 7:00pm
Learn about the true origins of the spookiest night of the year, some of the wildest ways people have celebrated the night, and the legends that surround it with William Pack. (In person/online)
Saturday, Nov. 18, 11:00am
Hey, 20s-30s readers! Join our new book club at AREA Coffee to discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee and pastries, provided by the library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein, IL)
Sew an Infinity Apron with Creativebug Try the beginner-level pattern that is comprised of a series of rectangles to customize the apron to your size. Get a classic look with a solid woven cotton or linen or use a printed fabric for a vibrant look.
YOUTH
Weekly Storytimes First three weeks of each month. An adult must accompany the child. Siblings welcome to all of our storytimes.
Family Storytime
These programs are full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so other patrons on the wait list can join us.
LEGO Challenge
Monday, Oct. 23, 4:30pm
Mondays at 6:30pm
All ages. Stories, songs, and a craft for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional!
Toddler Time
Grades K-5. Use problemsolving, critical thinking, and engineering skills with brickbuilding fun!
Magic Tree House Party
Friday, Oct. 27, 4:00pm
Grades K-5. Come along for adventurous activities inspired by the Magic Tree House books.
Wide World of Monsters with Mark Andertoons
Tuesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 1-2. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler.
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Birth-15 months. Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers.
Preschool Storytime Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.
Thursday, Oct. 26, 5:00pm
Grades K-5. In this silly spooky class, kids will learn to draw weird monsters from around the world!
Zombie Slime
Monday, Oct. 30, 4:30pm (full) or 6:00pm
All ages. Make wobbly, creepy, colorful "zombie" slime with common household ingredients. Dress for a mess.
Good and Ghosty Storytime Tuesday, Oct. 31 9:30am or 10:30am Ages 5 and under. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this fun and friendly storytime! Costumes encouraged. Drop-in ticket required.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Young Adult Book of the Month - Grades 9-12 October
Games & Pizza
Friday, Nov. 3, 4:15pm
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
ACT Practice Test - with C2 Education Saturday, Nov. 11, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Dig Two Graves by Gretchen McNeil
Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book when you show your Fremont library card!
Grades 9-12. Take a free ACT practice test with C2 Education at the library. Students should bring their own calculator for the test. Please arrive promptly so that the test can begin on time.
Teens Personal Reading Challenge 2023
It’s not too late to start! Fill in your challenge sheet and earn a ticket for every 5 books you read. The more tickets you turn in, the better your chance of winning the $100 grand prize!