Jan. 7, 2024 E-NEWS Call 847-566-8702 or Chat Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 1 – 5pm
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Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Jan. 9, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Wild Ones: Corpse Botany Winter Plant ID Tuesday, Jan. 9, 7:00pm
Join Jeff Weiss to learn how to identify plants in the winter and unlock secrets of seed dormancy and germination. (In person/online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Jan. 11, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. (Online)
In the Belly of the Beast King in Chicago Wednesday, Jan. 17, 7:00pm
Join Clarence Goodman to learn about the time and effort that Martin Luther King Jr. brought here, to Chicagoland. (Virtual in library/online)
Booktok Talks Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
Saturday, Jan. 20, 11:00am
Hey, 20s-30s readers! Join our new book club at AREA Coffee to discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee and pastries, provided by the library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein, IL 60060)
Speculating about Our AI Future Thursday, Jan. 11, 7:00pm
Illinois Libraries Present hosts authors Cory Doctorow, Ken Liu, and Martha Wells to discuss the promise, perils and possible impacts that artificial intelligence will have on our future. (Online)
Senior Connections - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Friday, Jan. 12, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Great Books - The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky Saturday, Jan. 27, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
January
Stop by the Help Desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Crafts are available on the first of each month while supplies last. Limit 2 per person, please.
Weekly Storytimes
YOUTH
First three weeks of each month. An adult must accompany the child. Siblings welcome to all of our storytimes.
Chess Nuts Solitaire Chess Challenge
Family Storytime
Wednesday, Jan. 10, 4:30pm
Mondays at 6:30pm
Grades 3 and up. All skill levels are welcome for a game of chess! Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces!
All ages. Stories, songs, and a craft for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional!
Toddler Time
Read to Rover
Tuesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Wednesday, Jan. 10 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 or 7:45pm
Ages 1-2. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler.
Ages 7 & older. Sign up to read to a trained therapy dog. A signed waiver is required. One time slot per child.
Baby Bounce
Penguin Storytime
Saturday, Jan. 13, 10:00am
Wednesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 5 and under. Waddle over to the library for stories and songs about penguins! Drop-in ticket required.
Birth-15 months. Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers.
Craft and Community for MLK Jr. Day of Service
Preschool Storytime
Monday, Jan. 15, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
All ages. Celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with a variety of activities focused on giving back to your community. Drop in.
Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Teen Writing Contest Tuesday, Jan. 2 - Feb. 5
Attention teen writers: the library is hosting a teen writing contest! We want to read your short story based on our writing prompt! Please visit fremontlibrary.org/teens for more details.
Teen Advisory Board
Teen Watercolor Food Class
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Illustrating with watercolors is more fun when you paint food! Join Audrey Ra, who will teach you how to paint some gorgeous food illustrations.
Monday, Jan. 8 4:15pm
Friday, Jan. 19, 4:15pm