Aug. 21, 2022 E-NEWS Call 847-566-8702 or Chat Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Fridays 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 1 – 5pm
All programs require registration unless noted. Click on the newsletter to open in Issuu which links to the individual program registrations.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Aug. 25, 11:30am
Seek calm and take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Great Books - On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin
The History of the Beach Boys Monday, Aug. 22, 7:00pm
Gary Wenstrup traces the arc of the Beach Boys’ early career from “Surfin’ U.S.A.” and “California Girls” to the more mature Pet Sounds, “Good Vibrations” and more. Surf’s Up! (In person/online)
ESL Class - Registration
Tuesday, Aug. 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Register in person for classes that begin August 30th. ESL classes offered through Mundelein High School. Please contact the school at 847-949-2200 ext. 1400 or 1403 for additional information.
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Aug. 23, 3:15pm
Join with your fellow writers to share your work and improve your writing. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month on Zoom. (Online)
Female Lighthouse Keepers of America
Wednesday, Aug. 24 7:00pm
Laura Keyes explores the fascinating history of lighthouses and their Keepers, often women, who kept those lights on in the fiercest storms and worst conditions imaginable. (Virtual in library/online)
Saturday, Aug. 27, 10:00am
A monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. (Online)
Medicare and Your Options Monday, Aug. 29, 7:00pm
Mike Altman unravels the mysteries of Medicare, including how to enroll as well as the options for both those turning 65 and those currently covered under Medicare. (In person/online)
Cuisine Quest: Asia Wednesday, Aug. 31 7:00pm
Tantalize your taste buds as Brian Michalski whisks you off to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, India, & more on this whirlwind tour of iconic regional cuisine & little-known delights. (In person/online)
Senior Connections Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner Friday, Sept. 9, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
SLC Prize!
If you are owed a cup for the Summer Library Club because we ran out of colors or cups, you can come in and get one now. We have green, blue, orange and purple! Stop at the Reader’s Services desk by August 31.
YOUTH
Playful Crafters
How Many Fish?
Wednesday, Aug. 24 9:30am & 10:30am
August
All ages. Drop in. Can you guess how many fish are in the fish bowl? Make your guess anytime in the month of August; winners will receive prizes!
Ages 3-5 with an adult. Play and explore with new art styles in this process-oriented art class. Adults and kids should dress for a mess! (In person)
TEEN
Teens’ Personal Reading Challenge
Pick up a Reading Challenge sheet in the Teen Zone, or download from fremontlibrary.org/teens. There are 50 types of books, and for every 5 books you read, you'll get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a $100 gift card of your choice!
2022 August
Young Adult Book of the Month Grades 9-12
Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online.