NEWS
Library Card Sign-Up Month
During October, use your library card at the Checkout Desk or sign up for a new library card to enter a drawing for a $200 VISA gift card! Limited to Fremont cards only, one entry per person.
Join the Library Board!
Now-Nov. 18, 2024
We will have 3 seats for the Board of Trustees open for the consolidated election on April 1, 2025. Petition packets will be available until Nov. 18, 2024. To request a packet, email fplddirectors@fremontlibrary. org. For more information, go to fremontlibrary.org/board.
The Great Chicago Fire
Monday, Oct. 7, 7:00pm
Jim Gibbons will discuss the events that took place before, during and after The Great Chicago Fire in October of 1871 and how it impacted Chicago’s history. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 3:15pm Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Illinois Libraries Present Being Imperfect with Erika Sánchez
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7:00pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Illinois Libraries Present and Erika Sánchez, award-winning author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter. (Online)
Mindful Movement & Guided Meditation
Thursday, Oct. 10, 11:30am
Learn to calm your mind and body with guided meditation under the instruction of certified meditation teacher Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. (In person)
Senior ConnectionsThe Wager by David Grann
Friday, Oct. 11, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Donuts with the Director
Friday, Oct. 11, 2:00pm
Share your thoughts and learn about the latest library news straight from the source! Enjoy donuts and coffee provided by the library and have a chat with the director of the library. Drop in.
Film Friday The Watchers (PG-13)
Friday, Oct. 11, 2:00pm
Drop in and enjoy a movie. Snacks and covered drinks welcome. (In person)
Dracula
Wednesday Oct. 16, 7:00pm
Call 847-566-8702 or Chat
Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm • Sunday 1 – 5pm
Great Books A Dark-Adapted Eye by Barbara Vine
Saturday, Oct. 19, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (In person)
Booktok Talks Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver
Saturday, Oct. 19, 11:00am
Award-winning storyteller Megan Wells performs Dracula, adapted from the original Bram Stoker novel. (In person/online)
Stop by the First Floor 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. Oct. 6, 2024 eNews
Hey, 20s-30s readers! Join our book club to discuss some of the hottest books while enjoying coffee and pastries provided by the library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein)
Celebrating the Music of Halloween
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7:00pm
The sensuous vocals of Jeanne Becker and her superb trio come to celebrate the music of Halloween with a wondrous jazz performance. (In person)
Stay Crafty!
Weekly Storytimes
Oct. 7-24
An adult must accompany the child. Siblings are welcome. Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk before each storytime.
Family Storytime
Mondays
6:30pm
Age 5 and under
Toddler Time
Tuesdays
9:30am & 10:30am Ages 1-2
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays
9:30am & 10:30am Birth-15 months
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays
9:30am & 10:30am Ages 3-5
Chess Nuts Chess with a Twist
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 4:30pm
Grade 3 and older. All skill levels are welcome.
Read to Rover
Wednesday, Oct. 9
7:00pm-8:00pm
Age 7 and older. This event is full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us. Sign up to read to a trained therapy dog. One 15-min. time slot per child. A signed waiver is required.
Craft Camp - Apple Art
Thursday, Oct. 10, 4:30pm
All ages. Learn a new style of making art using apples!
Inside the Lines
Coloring Club
Friday, Oct. 11, 4:30pm
All ages. Fill your world - and page - with color! Try out various coloring tools and make art that is uniquely yours. Drop in.
TEEN GRADES 6-12
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Oct. 7, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Teen Chat & Sip
Wednesday, Oct. 23, 4:15pm
Join us for this “unbook club” style event. We will chat about what you’re reading, watching & listening to while sipping on a tasty beverage! Register by 2pm so we have enough drinks.
Wanted: Teen Artwork!
Show off your artistic talent in our teen space! If you’re a teen age 13+ and interested in having your art on display in the library, email colson@fremontlibrary.org for submission details.
Monday Funday
Monday, Oct. 14
10:00am-4:00pm
All ages. Engage your senses with a variety of toys and activities on this day off from school. Drop in.
SCIENCE
Monday, Oct. 14, 4:00pm
Age 3 and older. Scare yourself silly at this interactive science show presented by Steve Belliveau! Register all attending.
Candy Towers
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 5:30pm
Grades 3-5. Engineer your way to the tallest, tastiest tower made of candy. Race against others to reach great heights!
Play Dough Playtime
Saturday, Oct. 19, 10:30am
Age 5 and under. Shape, squish and sculpt your way into a world of creativity! What will you create?
TEEN Halloween ESCAPE ROOM
Friday, Oct. 18
Friday, Oct. 18
5:30pm-7:45pm
5:30pm-7:45pm
Join us for an escape room, other activities, food, and a costume contest in the library after hours!
Parents/siblings will not be allowed to stay in the library after closing at 6pm.
Join us for an escape room, other activities, food, and a costume contest in the library after hours! Parents/siblings will not be allowed to stay in the library after closing at 6pm.
Registration required.