Oct. 9, 2022 E-NEWS Call 847-566-8702 or Chat Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Fridays 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.
Join the Fremont Public Library District Board of Trustees!
Trustees are responsible for advocating for the library and overseeing the budgets, policies, and library director to ensure the library meets its mission to engage, inspire and enrich the community. To apply to be a candidate, contact library administration or visit fremontlibrary.org/board.
The Library Needs You!
Join our team by performing one of the most essential jobs at the library-Facilities Assistant! Weekends, Saturday 8am-4pm & Sunday 11am-7pm. Perform essential cleaning, snow removal, and room setups. Must be able to work independently. We will train!
ESL (English) Class
Illinois Libraries Present A Conversation with Novelist Jesmyn Ward Wednesday, Oct. 12, 7:00pm
Join us for an evening with National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward as she discusses how her literary vision & personal experiences address urgent questions about racism & social injustice. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Oct. 13, 11:30am
Join Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, for a weekly session of stretching and relaxation. (Online)
Senior Connections - The Guest Book by Sarah Blake
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm
Friday, Oct. 14, 10:30am
Game Night
Our Politics, Foreign Policy and the Elections
ESL classes offered through Mundelein High School. Please contact the school at 847-949-2200 ext. 1400 or 1403 for additional information.
Monday, Oct. 10, 6:00pm
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Monday, Oct. 17, 7:00pm
Are you the type of person who loves to win “longest road” in Settlers of Catan? Join us for a fun-filled night of board games! We’ll have a variety of games for you to enjoy. (In person)
Professor Arthur Cyr looks at the junction between our politics and our foreign policy, past and present. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 7:00pm
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 3:15pm
Join with your fellow writers to share and improve your writing. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month on Zoom. (Online)
AARP Tax Rebate Help
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 10:00am-12:00pm
Drop-in! Find out more at tax.illinois.gov/rebates or bring your 2021 federal and IL tax return (if filed), and your property tax bill to receive help getting your tax rebate!
Discovering the Silent Cinema Wednesday, Oct. 12, 7:00pm
Jay Warren explains Nickelodeons, theatre organs, movie palaces, and shows extended clips from films from 1898 through the end of the silent film era. (In person/online)
Meet Emily Dickinson
Actor Paddy Lynn portrays American poet Emily Dickinson, introducing us to the real woman behind the legends. (In person/online)
Great Books - In Cold Blood by Truman Capote Saturday, Oct. 22, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature and history. (Online)
The Cat and the Canary: Silent Film Theater Sunday, Oct. 23, 2:00pm Experience the earliest days of silent film, a classic from 1927 with LIVE organ accompaniment by Jay Warren. (In person)
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. Note the new times! Explore the world of reading.
YOUTH
Read to Rover
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 7:00-8:00pm
Ages 7 & older. Sign up for a 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Signed waiver required. (In person)
LEGO Challenge Thursday, Oct. 13, 4:30pm
Grades K-5 with an adult. Stack up your skills with brick-building fun! (In person)
Playful Crafters Halloween Party
Tuesday, Oct. 25, 9:30am or 10:30am
Ages 3-5 with an adult. Make two crafts at this playful party costumes welcome! (In person)
Spooky Scavenger Hunt October
All ages; drop in. Silly monsters and spooky creatures abound in the youth area! Pick up a scavenger hunt guide at the Youth Services desk and find them all to win a prize.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Teens’ Personal Reading Challenge 2022
Young Adult Book of the Month Grades 9-12
Challenge yourself to read!
Pick up a Reading Challenge sheet in the Teen Zone, or on the Teen Page. There are 50 types of books, and for every 5 books you read, you’ll get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a $100 gift card!
October
#murdertrending by Gretchen McNeil Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book! Find it in the library or online.