Jan. 29, 2023 E-NEWS
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Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm
Friday 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm • Sunday 1 – 5pm
AARP Tax Help
Beginning Feb. 2
Thursdays, 1-4pm
Fridays, 9am-12pm
This year, because of our upcoming library remodel, the Mundelein Tax Aides will be at the Mundelein Village Hall, 2nd-floor entrance off Archer Ave. You may make an appointment online using the link on the library’s taxes page: fremontlibrary.org/taxes. Other tax aide locations and hours are also available on this page. For any detailed questions about tax preparation, you may call the Tax Aides voicemail at 224-424-3118. Leave a message and someone will get back to you.
Love Letters
Monday, Jan. 30, 7:00pm
Paddy and Jon Lynn present a comedy/drama that centers on two longtime friends who meet in second grade & share their life experiences with one another through a series of letters. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 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)
Bad Boys & Girls: The Characters We Love to Hate
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 7:00pm
Annette Bochenek presents the characters from classic cinema who audiences love to hate. The program will include photos, video clips, and captivating stories. (In person/online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, Feb. 2, 11:30am
Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, leads us through a session of guided meditation and chair yoga every week. Sign up for the link. (Online)
12 Things that Make Life on Earth Possible
Monday, Feb. 6, 7:00pm
Earth has sustained life in many different forms for more than 3 billion years. Michelle Nichols highlights an (incomplete) list of 12 things that make our planet special. (In person/online)
Wild Ones - Illinois Native Pollinators
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 7:00pm
Meet the native bees, butterflies, wasps, and other pollinators that are under serious threat from a variety of stress factors causing an unceasing decline in their populations. (In person/online)
Saying Yes to Your Story
Illinois Libraries Present:
Kwame Alexander
All programs require registration unless noted. Click on the newsletter to open in Issuu which links to the individual program registrations. Join
Saying Yes to Your Story A Conversation with Kwame Alexander
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 7:00pm
Wednesday, Feb. 8 7:00pm
Join us for an evening of inspiration with bestselling, award-winning, children’s and young adult author and poet, Kwame Alexander. (Online)
Saying Yes to Your Story
Kwame Alexander
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 7:00pm
Senior Connections - Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal
Friday, Feb. 10, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Registration required.
Great Books - Wide Sargasso Sea
by Jean Rhys
Saturday, Feb. 25, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Stories in the Sky
Tuesday, Jan. 31, 4:30pm
Grades 3-5. The night sky is full of stories to tell. Discover more about our constellations through stories and hands-on activities.
Winter Wonderland
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 10:00am
Ages 5 and under. Experience the magic of the winter season at storytime! Drop in.
Together for Childhood - Juntos Por La Niñez
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 6:00pm
Grades K-5. Bring your family for crafts, games and prizes hosted by Together for Childhood Network. Hablamos Español. Drop in.
Drama Club
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 5:30pm
Grades 3-5. Play charades, practice skits, and learn some warm-ups to train your voice, and acting skills.
Chess Nuts - Classic Chess
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 4:30pm
Grades 3 and up. All skill levels are welcome for a game of head-to-head chess on a variety of unique boards.
TEEN Grades 6-12
ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test
Escape Room
Games & Pizza
Friday, Feb. 3 4:00pm
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Feb. 6 4:15pm
Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks, also earning a service hour.
Saturday, Feb. 11 Grades 9-12. Preparing for the ACT, SAT, or PSAT test for college? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home anytime that day. Click for more details.
Friday, Feb. 17 3:00pm
Work with a group to break out of an escape room designed by the library’s Teen Advisory Board. Prizes awarded to winners. Pizza will be served.