NEWS
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.
Books & Movies Bingo
Monday, Nov. 11, 7:00pm
Age 18 & older. This isn’t your typical bingo night! Each card will have your favorite titles from page and screen. (In person)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Research a Veteran - Exploring the Basics of Military Research
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 7:00pm
Join Jennifer Holik as she uses storytelling and military records to help you begin your research and understand the deeper impacts of service. (In person/online)
Mindful Movement & Guided Meditation
Thursday, Nov. 14, 11:30am
Learn to calm your mind and body with certified meditation teacher Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. (In person)
Film Friday - Monkey Man (R)
Friday, Nov. 15, 2:00pm
Join us for screenings of new movies and classics you love. Snacks and covered drinks are welcome. (In person)
Booktok Talks - Red Rising by Pierce Brown
Saturday, Nov. 16, 11:00am
20s-30s Readers book club discuss the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee and pastries provided by the library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein)
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Call 847-566-8702 or Chat
Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm
Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm • Sunday 1 – 5pm
Wild West Africa
Monday, Nov. 18, 7:00pm
Brian Michalski shares his firsthand experiences in West Africa, including the stunning natural beauty, accessible wildlife, and genuine hospitality of his travels. (Virtual in library/online)
A Killer Among Us - Killers, Fiends & Weirdos of Chicago’s Victorian Era
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 7:00pm
Clarence Goodman describes how Victorian Chicago was a haven for killers, fiends, and weirdos. (In person/online)
Illinois Libraries Present - Holiday Tips and Tricks with Chef Art Smith
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 7:00pm
Join Chef Art Smith to learn about his culinary journey and bring some culinary inspiration to your holiday season. (Online)
Great Books - The Republic by Plato
Saturday, Nov. 23, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (In person)
Book Butler
We place the holds so you don’t have to! Just select your authors from a list and you’ll automatically be placed on hold for their upcoming titles. Stop by the Adult Help Desk on the 2nd floor for more information.
Weekly
Storytimes
Nov. 10-24
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
GRADES 6-12
Thursday, Nov. 21
Thursday, Nov. 21, 7:00pm
7:00pm
Practice the calming and empowering poses of yoga with other teens. Bring your own yoga mat or towel.
Practice the calming and empowering poses of yoga with other teens. Bring your own yoga mat or towel. Registration required.
Liquid Battery Experiment
Tuesday, Nov. 12, 6:00pm Grades 3-5. Work as a team to light up LEDs using liquid as a power source.
Woodland Stories - with Dunn Museum
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5:00pm Grades K-2. Artifacts and stories of the Potawatomi people bring history to life! Presented by the Dunn Museum.
Woodland Stories Pokémon
Meet Up
Saturday, Nov. 23, 2:00pm
Pokémon Meet Up
Saturday, Nov. 23, 2:00pm Grades K-5. Meet up, play Pokémon inspired games, and show off your favorite cards with other Pokémon enthusiasts.
These events are full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us.
Read to Rover (Age 7 & older)
Wednesday, Nov. 13, 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm
LEGO Challenge (Grades K-5)
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 5:00pm
Calm Kids Yoga (Grades K-5)
Thursday, Nov. 21, 5:30pm
TEEN GRADES 6-12
November Crumbs by Danie Stirling Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book when you show your Fremont library card! Young Adult Book of
Grades 9-12
