Dec. 3, 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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The library will be closed on Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1.
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, Dec. 6, 10:00am
Get tips from our Genealogy Librarian (and the group) on how to use Ancestry and other tools to research your family tree. (In person)
Illinois Libraries Present - Surviving the Holidays with Lori Gottlieb Wednesday, Dec. 6, 7:00pm
Lori Gottlieb, NYT bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, joins us for a thought-provoking conversation about mental health in anticipation of the winter holiday season. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Dec. 7, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. (Online)
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.
Handbell Choir Concert - Performed by the Random Ringers Sunday, Dec. 10, 2:30pm
Listen to the unique, beautiful sounds of handbells as the Random Ringers present a special concert of holiday music. (In person)
Gingerbread House Making for Adults
Monday, Dec. 11, 1:00, 3:00, 5:00 or 7:00pm
Book an hour-long slot to make a gingerbread house on your own or with a group of up to 4 people! Please call or chat for registration. Ages 18 and up. (In person)
Senior Connections - The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Friday, Dec. 8, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Dec. 12, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Great Books - Jeeves and the Yuletide Spirit by P. G. Wodehouse Saturday, Dec. 16, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Booktok Talks - A Merry Little Meet Cute by Julie Murphy and Sierra Simone Saturday, Dec. 16, 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)
Stay Crafty! December
Stop by the Help Desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Crafts are available on the first of each month while supplies last. Limit 2 per person, please.
Adult Book of the Month Moved! Pick up your copy in its new location by the front entrance.
YOUTH Baby Footprint Art
Wednesday, Dec. 6, 9:30 or 10:30am
15 months and under. Create a painting with your baby's footprints. Dress for a mess! Register each baby attending.
Homeschool Learn & Grow Together Friday, Dec. 8, 2:00pm
Grades K-5. Join Miss Avocado as we explore our wonderful world! Work at stations to uncover new perspectives about a topic.
Polar Bear Storytime
Tuesday, Dec. 12, 10:00am
Ages 5 and under. Roar along with friends at this storytime all about polar bears. Stay for a craft at the end! Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk.
Snowman Stretch STEM Challenge
Spanish Bilingual Storytime
Grades 3-5 Can you build a snowman tall enough to tower over the rest? Using non-conventional building materials, compete to craft the tallest snowman!
Yeti Storytime
Tuesday, Dec. 5, 4:30pm
Friday, Dec. 15, 10:30am
All ages. Sing, read and play in English and Spanish at this storytime for families. Cante, lea y juegue en esta hora de cuentos para familias. Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk.
Saturday, Dec. 16, 10:00am
Ages 5 and under. Slip, slide or sled over to the library for a storytime all about yetis-then look through the library on a yeti scavenger hunt! Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk.
TEEN Grades 6-12
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Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Dec. 11, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Exam Cram
Teen Hot Chocolate Tasting Friday, Dec. 15, 4:00pm
Come taste different types of hot chocolate with us!
Monday, Dec. 18 & Tuesday, Dec. 19 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Grades 9-12. Need a place to study for finals? Drop in to our Exam Cram room, where snacks and stressrelieving activities will be provided. Bring your friends!