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Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm
Friday 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm• Sunday 1 – 5pm
NEWS
Space for Us All Celebration on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2-4pm has been rescheduled to January, 2024 due to furniture delays.
English (ESL) Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm English (ESL) classes are offered through Mundelein High School. Please contact the school at 847-949-2200 ext. 1400 or 1403 for additional information.
Wild Ones - Rethinking Fall and Spring Cleanup
Tuesday, Oct. 3, 7:00pm
Dave Eubanks from Eubanks Environmental will share what he has learned from working with native plants about creating healthier environments through smart fall and spring practices. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 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)
Illinois Libraries Present - Chills and Thrills with Stephen Graham Jones
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 7:00pm
Stephen Graham Jones, New York Times bestselling author of The Only Good Indians and Don’t Fear the Reaper, joins us to talk scary stories, horror and more. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, Oct. 5, 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)
The Fantastical Workings of The Brothers Grimm
Monday, Oct. 9, 7:00pm
Jim Gibbons presents the lives and works of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm and their influence on the fairy tales of today. (In person/online)
Your Smart Home
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 7:00pm
The future is now! Learn about products from Apple, Amazon, and Google to make your home smarter with Michael Gershbein. (In person/online)
Senior Connections - Violeta
by Isabel
AllendeFriday, Oct. 13, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Great Books - Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk
Saturday, Oct. 21, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Booktok Talks - Horrorstör
by Grady Hendrix
Saturday, Oct. 21, 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)
Stay Crafty!
October
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
First three weeks of each month. An adult must accompany the child. Siblings welcome to all of our storytimes.
Family Storytime
Mondays at 6:30pm
All ages. Stories, songs, and a craft for families to enjoy together.
Pajamas optional!
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.
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Birth-15 months.
Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.
YOUTH
Together for Childhood - Juntos Por La Niñez
Wednesday, Oct. 4, 6:00pm
Grades K-5. Bring your family for crafts, games and prizes hosted by Together for Childhood Network. Traiga a su familia para manualidades, juegos y premios. Drop in.
Giraffe Storytime
Saturday, Oct. 07, 10:00am
Ages 5 and under. Sing, dance, and wiggle at this storytime about our favorite very tall animal-giraffes! Drop-in ticket required.
Day of Play - with Chalk Art
Monday, Oct. 9, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All ages. Engage your senses with a variety of hands-on activities, including outdoor chalk art (weather permitting). (Outdoors)
Morris the Magic Man
Saturday, Oct. 21 11:00am
Grades K-5. Join Morris the Magic Man in this puppet-filled, fun and engaging magic show!
TEEN Grades 6-12
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Oct. 2, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Teen Chat & Sip
Friday, Oct. 6, 4:15pm
Join us for this “unbook club” style program. We will chat about what you’re reading, watching and listening to while sipping on a tasty beverage!
Young Adult Book of the Month - Grades 9-12
October
Dig Two Graves by Gretchen McNeil
Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book when you show your Fremont library card!
