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News Please welcome new Library Director, Laura Long. Starting on November 1, Ms. Long comes to Fremont from the East Moline Public Library where she had been Director since 2014. Before leading East Moline, she was a director at library districts in Sherrard and Silvis, Illinois.
Tricks & Treats - A Cultural History of Halloween Monday, Oct. 30, 7:00pm
Learn about the true origins of the spookiest night of the year, some of the wildest ways people have celebrated the night, and the legends that surround it with William Pack. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, Nov. 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)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Nov. 2, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. (Online)
Amazing Castles
Monday, Nov. 6 7:00pm
Explore some of the world’s most extraordinary castles, revealing their intriguing histories and must-see treasures with Barbara Barrett. (In person/online)
Job Center of Lake County Workshop Accelerate Your Job Search Tuesday, Nov. 7, 1:00pm
Get on the fast track with secrets and strategies from workforce professionals to help you put your job search into high gear. (In person/online)
Illinois Libraries Present: A Taste of Love - with Maya-Camille Broussard of Justice of the Pies Wednesday, Nov. 8, 7:00pm
Join Maya-Camille Broussard, star of Netflix’s Bake Squad, for a demo of the perfect Thanksgiving pie and the stories of those who inspired her, just in time for the holiday. (Online)
Senior Connections The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson Friday, Nov. 10, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Great Books - The Armies of the Night by Norman Mailer Saturday, Nov. 18, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Booktok Talks - The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake Saturday, Nov. 18, 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)