MAR•APR•MAY
2022
Spring into a new book!
ADULT Programs
Magical Macarons Monday, April 18 7:00pm
WILD ONES The Unseen Splendor of Ants and Their Roles in Our Lives Tuesday, March 1, 7:00pm
Biology professor Sean Menke introduces the beauty and diversity of ants and the essential roles they play in our world, including their use of tools, to improve human society. (In person/online)
Landscaping with Beautiful, Native Woody Plants Tuesday, April 5, 7:00pm
Landscape Ecologist Mary Fortmann shows how to select palettes of gorgeous native woody plants to add color, texture, seasonal interest, screening, and healthy life to your property. (In person/online)
Designing Your Native Plant Garden Tuesday, May 3, 7:00pm
Matt Hokanson will discuss elements of good garden design including planning, native plant selection, preparing your garden space for planting, and plant spacing. (In person/online)
Chef Jessica Ellington demonstrates how to make the perfect macaron, the beautiful and delicious French meringue-based sandwich cookie. (Virtual in library/online)
Spring into Hobbies Crafting with Creativebug March: Andy Warhol Inspired Monoprints April: Stenciled Statement Tote May: Tassel Necklace Learn a new craft by following along with a video course on Creativebug using supplies provided by the library. Kits are available on the first of each month while supplies last; no registration required.
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Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
Spring
ADULT Programs
into History
The Hermitage: A Virtual Tour Monday, April 25, 7:00pm
Join Olga Cardamone of Eagle Travel for a virtual tour of the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russiaone of the most famous museums in the world. (In person/online)
Native American Residential Schools Wednesday, March 9, 7:00pm
Join us for an in-depth panel discussion with exclusively Native people speaking their voices and sharing their stories, recognizing historic trauma. (Online)
The Chicago Cub Shot For Love Monday, May 9, 7:00pm
Jack Bales presents the story of the 1932 shooting of Chicago Cub Billy Jurges by his showgirl girlfriend, and the ripple effects it had on the Cubs' tumultuous season. (Virtual in library/online)
The Great Hunger 1845-1852 Wednesday, March 23, 7:00pm
Professor James Heniff looks at the causes of the Irish Potato Famine, its effects on the people of Ireland, the British government's response, and the mass emigration that followed. (In person/online)
DNA Detectives Wednesday, May 11, 7:00pm
A History of the Mundelein Seminary
Gabriella Vargas discusses the DNA Doe Project, which uses investigative genetic genealogy to identify crime victims and criminals, including IDs for several Gacy victims. (Virtual in library/online)
Wednesday, April 20, 7:00pm
Fr. Thomas Franzman marks the centennial of the Mundelein Seminary in a talk that discusses George Cardinal Mundelein, the 1926 Eucharistic Congress he hosted there, and more. (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
Spring
into Reading An Evening with Madeline Miller
Thursday, March 3, 7:00pm
Join us for an evening with Madeline Miller, New York Times bestselling author of Song of Achilles and Circe, and one of the leaders in novels reimagining Greek myths. (Online)
An Evening With Jenny Lawson
Wednesday, March 30, 7:00pm
Join us for an evening with awardwinning humorist Jenny Lawson as she discusses her most recent bestseller, Broken (in the best possible way), and her brilliantly funny body of work. (Online)
Senior Connections Fridays at 10:30am (In person/online)
Mar. 11:
The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore
Apr. 8:
The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah
May 13:
Caste by Isabel Wilkerson Our monthly book discussion for seniors is hosted in the library and on Zoom. Copies of the book are available at the us fordesk ourabout monthly bookprior discussion. Reader’sJoin Services 4 weeks to the discussion.
Great Books
Saturdays at 10:00am (Online)
The Mystery of Nancy Drew Monday, April 11, 7:00pm
Leslie Goddard explores the history of the Nancy Drew books including the question of who was "Carolyn Keene" and why this series has captivated generations of readers. (In person/ online)
The Mystery of Living with Agatha Christie
Wednesday, May 18, 7:00pm
Betsey Means portrays the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, at her home in Devon, England, as she packs her bags for Syria. (In person/online)
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Mar. 26:
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Apr. 30:
Selected Poems by Gwendolyn Brooks
Discuss an enduring work of literature or history. Copies of the book are available at the Reader’s Services desk about 4 weeks prior to the discussion.
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
ADULT Programs
Spring
into People’s Lives
Nellie Bly: Adventures of a ‘Mad’ Woman Monday, March 14 7:00pm
Tricia Kelly brings to life one of Victorian America’s true mavericks, journalist Nellie Bly, famous for her trip around the world and her investigation of Blackwell’s Asylum. (In person/online)
The World of the von Trapp Family
The German Virtuosa
Louisa Catherine Adams: A Reluctant First Lady
Monday, March 21, 7:00pm
Join German Historian Anette Isaacs for an intimate look inside the life and times of the exceptional pianist and composer Clara Schumann. (In person/online)
From Uptown Girls to Downton Abbey Monday, March 28, 1:00pm
Anglophile Claire Evans recounts how American heiresses invaded the British aristocracy by telling the tales of some of the wealthy American women who married into the families of Churchill, Princess Diana, and others. (In person/online)
Wednesday, April 13, 7:00pm
Author William Anderson tells the dramatic true story of the von Trapp family, the family behind The Sound of Music, who fled Hitler’s Austria to start new lives in America as the Trapp Family Singers. (Virtual in library/online)
Wednesday, April 27, 7:00pm
Laura Rocklyn portrays Louisa on the day of her husband John Quincy Adams’ inauguration, reflecting on her life as the wife of an American diplomat in Europe during the Age of Revolutions. (Virtual in library/online)
Greed in the Gilded Age Monday, May 23, 7:00pm
William Hazelgrove tells the story of one of the greatest con artists in American history, Cassie Chadwick, who scammed wealthy bankers out of millions in the 1890s. (In person/online)
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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Art, Anyone?
String Art
Wednesday, May 11, 4:00pm
Make a String Art project with instruction from Shari from Twisted Fiber Studio. You will have a choice between 2 styles for your artwork. Registration opens 4/15. (In person)
College Readiness ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test
Saturday, March 5 & April 2
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. Check our Events Calendar online for more information. (Online)
Grants, Loans, and Scholarships
Wednesday, March 9, 6:30pm
Teen Spring Photo Contest April 17 - May 15
Take a spring photo and send it to us! Winner will receive a $15 gift card to a place of their choice. Check our Events Calendar online for more information.
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Learn insider information on grants, loans, and scholarships to help make your college planning both successful and affordable. This webinar will take place on Zoom. (Online)
Exam Cram
Saturday, May 14, 11am-4pm May 16-18, 4-8pm
Grades 9-12. High school students: need a place to study for finals? Snacks and stress-relieving activities will be provided.
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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 March: Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko April: Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo May: Denton Little’s Deathdate by Lance Rubin Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online on Hoopla!
Relax & De-Stress! Teen Advisory Board Mondays at 4:15pm March 7, April 4 & May 2
Boba Tea Tasting
Friday, March 18, 4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of tasting different types of Boba Tea! (In person)
Relaxation Hour
Friday, April 15, 4:00pm
Spend an afternoon relaxing with us. Choose from a variety of activities such as fluffy slime, zendoodling, and more! (In person)
Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour. (In person)
Games & Pizza
Friday, May 6, 4:00pm Join us outdoors for a fun afternoon of yard and giant board games. (In person)
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 Wednesdays 9:30 & 10:30am
Bring your preschooler to sing, dance, and read along with us at in-person storytime the first three Wednesdays of each month. Space is limited; please register.
Preschoolers at home
Flower Power Storytime
10:00am Let your baby explore their artistic talents in this in-person art class for babies under 24-months-old with an adult.
Memory Match Storytime Thursday, April 28, 10:00am
Play a matching game to determine which books we read during storytime! (Online)
Unicorn Storytime
Tuesday, May 17, 10:00am
Tuesday, March 22, 10:00am
Springtime flowers are in bloom! (Online)
Experience the magical world of unicorns! (Online)
Spider Storytime
Llama Storytime
Silly spiders, scary spiders! (Online)
Silly, funny, fuzzy llamas are the star of this storytime! (Online)
Friday, April 15, 10:00am
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Baby Art Monday, March 21
Wednesday, May 25, 10:00am
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
YOUTH Programs
Families IN THE LIBRARY
American Girl Doll Party Tuesday, May 10, 5:30pm
During your visit make sure to take part in our fun monthly activity!
Come to a fun party to celebrate the newest addition to our Hands-on Kits collection: two American Girl dolls to check out! (In person)
March: Paper Chain of Kindness April: Library Scavenger Hunt May: Emoji Feelings Mother’s Day Craft Monday, April 18 4:00pm or 6:00pm
Get ready for Mother’s Day by creating a handmade gift for the Mom in your life. (In person)
Grades K-5 IN THE LIBRARY
All of these in person programs require an adult to also attend with the child.
National Crayon Day
Friday, March 11, 4:30pm
Recycled Art
Tuesday, April 19, 5:30pm
Use recycled materials and paint to create art.
Lego Challenge
Thursday, April 21, 4:30pm
Stack up your skills with brick-building fun!
Celebrate National Crayon Day with activities that use crayons in all sorts of surprising ways.
Rainbow STEAM
Thursday, March 17, 4:30pm
Experience every color of the rainbow in art projects and science experiments.
Bee Science
Excellent Egg Drop
Explore the world of bees and see how important they are to our ecosystem, and learn what we can do to help them survive.
Monday, April 11, 4:30pm
Design a structure that can protect your egg during a big fall!
Monday, May 9, 4:30pm
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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Kits for Grades K-5 STEAM To-Go March: Hovercraft
April: Fossil Making
4 Art Projects in 1 Hour Thursday, March 3, 6:30pm
Connect with your inner artist and face the challenge of completing 4 NEW art projects in 1 hour. Register to receive an email about kit pick-up. (Online)
Grades 3-5 online
Solitaire Chess Challenge Wednesdays at 4:30pm March 9, April 6 & May 4
Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces! (Online)
May: Ecosystem in a Bottle Is it science, technology, engineering, art, or math? Find out by picking up a kit the first of each month while supplies last!
Felt Cat Sewing Kit Thursday, March 17
Take home the cutest sewing project! Make a plush cat with felt, needle, and thread. Registration required for this special craft kit, as supplies are limited.
Family Book Club Tuesdays at 5:30pm
March 29: Stuntboy, in the meantime by Jason Reynolds May 3: Pawcasso by Remy Lai Join us for a book discussion online with the whole family. Include an email address when registering to receive a Zoom link and one free book per family. (Online) 10
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
Book of the Month Collect four bookmarks of our monthly selections (or show your checkout history to us) and exchange them for a free book!
New!
Picture Book of the Month March: Eyes that Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho April: Avocado Asks by Momoko Abe May: Most Days by Michael Leannah
Elementary School March: One-Third Nerd by Gennifer Choldenko April:
Monster Friends by Kaeti Vandorn
May:
The Dragon Warrior by Katie Zhao
Middle School March: From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks April: Jukebox by Nidhi Chanani May: The Last Fallen Star by Graci Kim
Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.
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Phone: 847-566-8702 w.fremontlibrary.org
Monday – Thursday 9am to 9pm Fridays 9am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 5pm Sundays 1pm to 5pm Library Closed April 17, May 29 & May 30
***ECRWSS*** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER
Thank you to the following who donated money to the Friends & Foundation of Fremont Public Library in 2021: Special thanks for these donations of $1,000 or more: Joyce Black in memory of Hugh Black
Donations in memory of:
Cindy Boehm
Steve Summers from Stevenson Alums Book Club
C Mullins Trust in memory of Dennis Mullins
Joseph Fay from Anne Fay
Sharon Suoja Strle, Barbara and Brittany Buck in memory of Frank S. Strle
General Donations: James & Mary Ellen Andrulis
Luisa Ginnetti
Rosemarie Marsh
Jane Graber
James McMullen
Marie Axel
Dohn & Sharon Herington
Deborah & Ted Melnik
Patricia Ann Barker
Joyce Hutter
Mary Barrett
Christiane Ihlenburg*
Hortencia & Jorge Becerra
V Chowdary & Aruna Jampala
Gerald & Lois Caslavka
Roger & Wanda Knautz
Michael & Elisa Decker
Judy Knoblock
Barbra Austin
Mary Jane Denison*
Alissa Koven
Paula Dillon
Ronald & Charlene Kuligowski
John & Kristina Epstein
Colleen & Dan Liberacki
Ken & Freddie Flaks
Lester Lobel
Karen Franklin
Marla Ma
Rachel Geske
Carol Mallquist
Bettylou Miller Becky Minehart* Carolyn Page Mery Papp
Larisa Kantor from Alisa Glaskin-Clay Bob Holway from Barb Holway Giezelle Baum from Barbara Lovsin
In memory of American Legion Auxiliary Post #867 members:
Connie Purcell*
Albert P. Kristan
Lyle & Ann Marie Staab
Monica Ply
Linda Streb John Sutter Patsy & Dianne Sweeney Frank Weiss George & Allison Wilmes Dana Winter
*Additional donation details listed on a poster in the library.
Cheryl Agnew Lou Fenwick Marie Price Anne Szafranski Helen Hendrickson