JAN • FEB
2022
ADULT Programs
WINTER
Celebrations 3 Styles of Warm & Filling Chili
Songs for Valentine’s Day
It's chilly outside, but Chef Susan Maddox is preparing three great chilis for the season. These heart-warming soups will provide different flavor and taste combinations to enjoy. (In person/online)
Multiplicity Jazz Ensemble presents songs of love, longing, and romance in all their forms. (In person/online)
Wednesday, Jan. 26, 7:00pm
Celebrating the Lunar New Year Wednesday, Feb. 2, 7:00pm
Educator Yvonne Liu Wolf introduces the rites, activities, symbols, and foods of this festive occasion and explores ways to celebrate as we prepare for the Year of the Tiger. (In person/online)
AARP Tax Preparation Thursdays and Fridays
February 3 - April 15 Volunteer tax preparers from AARP will be available in the library to assist community members with their tax returns for free. Priority is given to seniors and low-income residents. Call 847-566-8702 beginning January 10 to book your appointment. (In person)
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Sunday, Feb. 13, 2:30pm
Crafting with Creativebug
January: Luminaria Candle Shades February: Geode Painting
Craft kits will be available to pick up in person beginning on the 1st of each month. No registration is required, but quantities are limited and kits are first come, first served.
Film Noir: Hollywood’s Darkest Timeline Monday, Feb. 21, 7:00pm
Kelli Marshall uncovers the gritty plots, seedy characters, and dangerous cities that make up American film noir, discussing classics like The Maltese Falcon and Double Indemnity. (In person/online)
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
ADULT Programs
TRAVEL
The World Explore Sicily and Malta Monday, Jan. 24, 7:00pm
Enjoy the spectacular scenery and delicious food of Sicily and Malta. Discover ancient temples, medieval towns, intriguing cities, and charming fishing villages. (In person/online)
Seeking Spiceland: Southern India
Wednesday, Feb. 9, 7:00pm
Cynthia Clampitt tours southern India: rich in history, stunning beauty, gracious people, wonderful food, and, as one saying tells it, more coconuts than there are stars in the sky. (In person/online)
WORLD
History
China's History as a World Power Wednesday, Jan. 19 7:00pm
Prof. Maria Ritzema explores China's history as an economic power from the Han dynasty, its "century of humiliation" by the US and Europe, and to its return to economic power today. (In person/online)
The Politics of Tea
Monday, Feb. 7, 1:00pm Anglophile Claire Evans explores the background of the most lucrative corporate venture the world has ever known and the tea it brought to the West at any cost. Register to receive a recording. (In person/online)
WILD
Ones Herons, Cranes, and Egrets Tuesday, Jan. 4, 7:00pm
What's With Chicago?
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 7:00pm
Author Ellen Shubart returns to take a lighthearted look at the quirks and personalities of Chicago from no ketchup on hotdogs, to why we’re called the Windy City, and more! (In person/online)
Tall, wading birds can be challenging to tell apart from a distance. Discover the species that visit Lake County and learn about their unique adaptations and habitat requirements. (In person/online)
Go Native in Your Yard Tuesday, Feb. 1, 7:00pm
Explore the beauty and function of native plants with environmental restoration specialist David Eubanks. (In person/online)
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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ADULT Programs
TALK ABOUT
Books
Senior Connections Fridays at 10:30am (In person/online)
Jan. 14:
An Evening with
The Library Book by Susan Orlean
Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Feb. 11:
The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn
Wednesday, Jan. 26, 7:00pm
Bestselling author Silvia Moreno-Garcia discusses her newest book, Velvet Was the Night, and her genre-defying mashups of cultural noir and Lovecraftian horror. (Online)
Great Books
Saturdays at 10:00am (Online)
An Evening with Jasmine Guillory
Wednesday, Feb. 16, 7:00pm
Join us for a lively evening with bestselling author Jasmine Guillory as she discusses the importance of real life and the modern rom-com. (Online) 4
Jan. 29:
The Invention of Nature: Alexander von Humboldt’s New World
Feb. 26:
The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
Teen Advisory Board
Mondays, Jan. 3 & Feb. 7, 4:15pm
Grades 6-12. Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour. (In person)
Teen Trivia
Friday, Jan. 21, 4:00pm
Grades 6-12. Join us for an afternoon of trivia and compete for prizes! Pizza will be served. (In person)
Escape Room!
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Feb. 9, 11 & 12
Grades 6-12: Can you figure out how to escape in time? Call or chat to register for an appointment with us. Sign up with up to 5 friends. The team with the best time after all groups finish will be notified and receive a prize! (In person)
College Bound ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test
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Grades 9-12. Preparing for the ACT, SAT, or PSAT test? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home anytime that day. (Online)
Paying for College Without Going Broke Wednesday, Jan. 12, 6:30pm
Explore the complex world of financial aid. Get tips, and strategies for lowering your Expected Family Contribution, which will increase your financial aid eligibility. (Online)
CONTESTS
Details for the contests are available at fremontlibrary.org/events.
January: Teen Winter Art Contest
Create a wintry piece of art and send it to us! It can be a photograph, drawing, snow sculpture, or any other medium you like.
February: Teen Poetry Contest
Show off your poetry writing skills and send us a poem! It can be a love poem, or a heart wrenching piecewhatever you’re feeling! All types of poems are welcome.
Relax & Read!
Teens’ Personal Reading Challenge 2022 Challenge yourself to read more this year! Pick up a Reading Challenge sheet in the Teen Zone, or at fremontlibrary.org/teens.
Young Adult Book of the Month: Grades 9-12 January: The Last 8 by Laura Pohl February: Frankly in Love by David Yoon Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online on Hoopla!
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
PRESCHOOLERS IN THE LIBRARY Family Storytime
Play Space
For children under age 6 with an adult. Gather your little ones and their friends and make a play date at the library! Play with our toys in a space reserved for your group. 45-minute time slots are available on various dates in January and February. Limit one booking per week per group. Make an appointment by calling 847-918-3218 or go online to https://fremontlibrary.org/youth. (In person)
Wednesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
For children under age 6 with an adult Sing, dance, and read along with us at storytime. First three Wednesdays of each month. Please register. (In person)
PRESCHOOLERS AT HOME Mindful Storytime
Friday, Jan. 7, 10:00am
Register to pick up a craft kit and then join Ms. Shelby in a calm storytime all about our big feelings. (Online)
Preschool Fair Saturday, Jan. 15 10:00am – 1:00pm
Drop in to meet local daycare and preschool providers. No enrollment is taken at the fair; this is for information only. (In person)
Winter Storytime
Friday, Jan. 21, 10:00am
Register to pick up a craft kit and then make a winter craft and share stories with Ms. Rachael. (Online)
Polar Bear Storytime
Wednesday, Jan. 26, 10:00am
Growl and roar like a polar bear at this ferocious storytime with Mr. Joel! (Online)
Red Storytime
Friday, Feb. 11, 10:00am
This storytime with Mr. Joel is all about the color red! (Online)
I Love Storytime!
Monday, Feb. 21, 10:00am
Frienship, love, and favorite things take center stage at this storytime with Ms. Rachael. (Online)
Pirate Storytime
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 10:00am
Ahoy, storytimers! Ms. Shelby is the captain of this wild storytime all about pirates. (Online) 6
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
YOUTH IN THE LIBRARY Book Character Scavenger Hunt
In the month of January some of your favorite characters are lost in the library - can you find them? (In person)
A Few Of My Favorite Things
In the month of February share what you love by drawing or writing on a heart for our Favorite Things Mural. (In person)
Craft Space
Grades K-5 with an adult
Jan. 13 & 15: Fairy Houses Feb. 17 & Feb. 19: Fractal Snowflakes Feb. 24 & Feb. 26: Q-Tip Pointillism
Gather your kids and maybe a few friends to make the craft of the week! Bookings are limited; make an appointment by calling 847-918-3218 or go online to https://fremontlibrary.org/youth. (In person)
Youth Book of the Month ELEMENTARY Jan. Nightingale by Deva Fagan Feb. Pawcasso by Remy Lai
Youth Book of the Month MIDDLE SCHOOL
Jan. The War to Save the Worlds by Samira Ahmed Feb. Katie the Catsitter by Colleen Venable
Family Escape Room Monday, Jan. 17
Grades K-5 with an adult Work together with your kids to uncover clues and solve puzzles in our live, in-person escape room experience! Reserve your appopintment online at https://fremontlibrary.org/youth (In person)
Family Book Club: The Parker Inheritance Saturday, Jan. 29, 10:00am
Grades 3-5 One free book given to each registered family. Join us for a book discussion with the whole family. (In person)
Nailed It! Pizza Cookies
Monday, Feb. 21, 1:00pm & 4:30pm
Grades K-5 with an adult. Decorate cookies in the style of pizza. (In person)
STEAM To-Go
January: LED Robots February: Candy Chemistry
Grades K-5 Kits available for pick-up starting on the 1st of each month. No registration is required, but quantities are limited and kits are first come, first served.
YOUTH AT HOME Family Bingo Night
Tuesday, Feb. 15, 5:30pm
All Ages Ready for family game night? Follow along with us on Zoom for a rousing round of BINGO! (Online)
Solitaire Chess Challenge
Wednesdays, Jan. 19 & Feb. 9, 4:30pm
Grades 3 and up Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces! (Online)
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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Fremont Public Library District 1170 North Midlothian Road Mundelein, IL 60060 Phone: 847-56-8702 www.fremontlibrary.org
Monday – Thursday 9am to 9pm Fridays 9am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 5pm Sundays 1pm to 5pm
Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Mundelein, IL 60060-1237 Permit No. 203
***ECRWSS*** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER
Holiday Hours: Closed Jan. 1 – New Year
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursdays at 11:30am
Please see our website and weekly eNews for the schedule. (Online)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesdays, Jan. 5 & Feb. 2, 10:00am
Our Genealogy Librarian will be available to answer your questions and help you with your searches. See our website and weekly eNews for details.
Fremont Writers Group Tuesdays at 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. (Online)
Movie Space
Reserve the Movie Space for up to 10 people. Selected movies on DVD or streaming apps will be available at various dates and times.
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS Wednesday, Jan. 19 & Feb. 16 10:00am - 1:00pm
The mobile health vehicle from Rosalind Franklin University will offer a variety of free health screenings each month. Adults ages 18 and older; appointments not necessary.
Mundelein Seminary
Centennial
The Mundelein Historical Commission and the Mundelein Heritage Museum are commemorating the 100th anniversary of the first graduating class from The University of Saint Mary’s of the Lake Seminary and have created a pictorial display which may be viewed at the library through January.