Jan. 8, 2023 E-NEWS Call 847-566-8702 or Chat Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm • Sunday 1 – 5pm
All programs require registration unless noted. Click on the newsletter to open in Issuu which links to the individual program registrations.
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Jan. 10, 3:15pm
Join with your fellow writers to share your work and improve your writing. (Online)
Wild Ones: Starting Native Plants from Seed Tuesday, Jan. 10, 7:00pm
Starting native plants from seed can be challenging until you know the tricks to sparking germination. (In person/online)
Inciting Joy: A Conversation with Ross Gay
Wednesday, Jan. 11 7:00pm
The Revolutionary Art of
Rembrandt
Monday, Jan. 16, 7:00pm
Olga Cardamone takes us on a virtual tour of multiple museums across the world to showcase the best-known works and hidden gems of Dutch master painter Rembrandt. (Virtual in library/online)
Kick off your new year with a conversation about joy with best-selling essayist and award-winning poet Ross Gay. Brought to you by Illinois Libraries Present. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Jan. 12, 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)
Senior Connections The Light of Days by Judy Batalion Friday, Jan. 13, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 7:00pm
How much do you remember about history? Pop culture? Books and movies? Join us for a fun-filled night of trivia! Winner receives a prize. (Online)
Great Books Cousin Bette by Honoré de Balzac
Saturday, Jan. 28, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
You’re more creative than you think!
YOUTH
Chess Nuts Solitaire Chess Challenge
Toddler Time
Tuesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 1-2. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler.
Wednesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
First three weeks of each month. An adult must accompany the child. Siblings welcome to all of our storytimes.
Birth-15 months. Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers.
Family Storytime
Preschool Storytime
All ages. Stories, songs, and a craft for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional!
Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.
Mondays at 6:30pm
Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Grades 3 and up. Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces! Join us in the library or on Zoom-your choice. (In person/online)
Read to Rover
Baby Bounce
Weekly Storytimes
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 4:30pm
Wednesday, Jan. 11 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm
Ages 7 & older. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Signed waiver required.
Snowflake Salt Painting Monday, Jan. 16, 2:00 or 4:30pm
All ages with an adult. Make beautiful snowflake patterned artwork with this unique painting technique. Siblings welcome.
TEEN Grades 6-12 Teen Advisory Board
Paint Pouring
Monday, Jan. 9, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks, and earn a service hour. (In person)
Friday, Jan. 20 4:00pm
Make a poured paint masterpiece!
Kitchen Safety
ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test Saturday, Jan. 21
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.
Teen Chefs - Kitchen Safety
How to Reduce College Costs
Learn kitchen safety and cooking basics in this hands-on class. Use your culinary skills to prepare a tasty treat! This is a required intro class for future Teen Chefs programs.
This workshop introduces financial strategies to reduce costs, improve admissions chances, and increase scholarship opportunities. Minimum of ten registered families required. (Online)
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 4:00 or 6:15pm
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 6:30pm