Jan. 2, 2021 E-NEWS Questions? 847-566-8702 Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Fridays 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 1 – 5pm
Our next newsletter mails out tomorrow, but you can view it on our website today! Click on the newsletter to open Issuu which links to the program registrations.
Adult Programs
Click on the program to register. All programs require registration.
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, Jan. 5 at 10:00am
Our Genealogy Librarian will be on Zoom to answer your questions and help you with your searches. (Online)
Movie Space
Reserve the movie space for a gathering with your friends! Click for more details.
AARP Tax Preparation
The library will begin accepting reservations for tax preparation on January 10. Please wait until then to call! Volunteer tax preparers from AARP will be at the library Feb. 3 – April 15 on Thursdays and Fridays by appointment only. (In person)
Crafting with Creativebug: Luminaria Candle Shades Stop in at the Reader’s Services desk early to pick up your kit, as they are available first come, first served, for adults only.
Wild Ones - Herons, Cranes, and Egrets
Tuesday, Jan. 4 at 7:00pm
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)
Senior Connections Friday, Jan. 14, 10:30am
Join us for our monthly book discussion in person and online. This month we’ll discuss The Library Book by Susan Orlean, who reopens the unsolved mystery of the most catastrophic library fire in American history.
Living History Encore! Cleopatra, the Last Pharaoh of Egypt Dec. 7 – Jan. 3
Dramatist Martina Mathisen reveals the real Cleopatra, strikingly different from the woman Hollywood presents. (Online)
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Dec. 14 – Jan. 10
Dramatist Martina Mathisen tells the fascinating real life story of The Night Before Christmas, and other stories of our American Christmas Traditions (Online)
Update your hoopla app to get access to hoopla BingePass, which gives 7 days of unlimited access to hoopla Magazines and The Great Courses, with just one hoopla borrow!
YOUTH Mindful Storytime
Friday, Jan. 7, 10:00am
Stop in at the library for the kit that will help your child participate in this calm storytime with Ms. Shelby that’s all about our big feelings. (online)
Family Storytime
Wednesday at 9:30 & 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)
Book Character Scavenger Hunt
Youth Book of the Month
Some of your favorite characters are lost in the library - can you find them? (in person)
A plucky orphan girl stumbles into a conflict centuries in the making in this thrilling fantasy about unexpected heroes, the power of friendship, and one boisterous enchanted sword.
Elementary: Nightingale by Deva Fagan
All month – for all ages
STEM To-Go Kits Available Jan. 3 while supplies last
For Grades K-5 Create a conductor-testing robot with an LED bulb and 3V coin battery (included in your kit). Create a circuit, decorate it like a robot, and put them to work testing objects for conductivity!
Middle School: The War to Save the Worlds by Samira Ahmed A genie informs Amira and her brother Hamza that they are the chosen ones who must defeat a monstrous demon of Islamic folklore to save the Earth and a parallel dimension.
Teen Teen Advisory Board
Young Adult Book of the Month
Earn a service hour when you come and give your opinions and brainstorm new fun programs for teens!
After an alien attack devastates the Earth, pilot and future astronaut Clover Martinez bands with seven other teens in a struggle to survive. Find a copy on Hoopla or in the library. Read 4 of our monthly selections and stop at the Youth Services Desk for a free book!
Monday, Jan. 3, 4:15pm
ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test
The Last 8 by Laura Pohl
Saturday, Jan. 8
Grades 9-12. Preparing for the ACT, SAT, or PSAT test? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home
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. Email your submission to colson@fremontlibrary.org by January 31.
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