Feb. 20, 2022 E-NEWS Questions? 847-566-8702 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.
AARP Tax Preparation
We are taking appointments for AARP Tax Help which will be on Thursdays and Fridays from Feb. 3 - April 15. The first appointment will be to drop off your information and speak with a tax aide, then you’ll schedule a time to return to finalize everything. Call 847-566-8702 and press 4 to make your first appointment.
Film Noir: Hollywood’s Darkest Timeline
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Feb. 24, 11:30am
Seek calm and take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Great Books The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler
Saturday, Feb. 26, 10:00am
A monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. (Online)
Monday, Feb. 21, 7:00pm
Kelli Marshall uncovers the gritty plots, seedy characters, and dangerous cities that make up American film noir, discussing classics like The Maltese Falcon and Double Indemnity. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Feb. 22, 3:15pm
Join with your fellow writers to share your work and improve your writing. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month on Zoom.
The Unseen Splendor of Ants and Their Roles in Our Lives Tuesday, March 1, 7:00pm
Biology professor Sean Menke introduces the beauty and diversity of ants and the essential roles they play in our world, including their use as tools to improve human society. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, March 2, 10:00am
Our Genealogy Librarian will be on Zoom to answer your questions and help you with your searches. (Online)
What’s With Chicago?
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 7:00pm
Author Ellen Shubart returns to take a lighthearted look at the quirks and personalities of Chicago from no ketchup on hot dogs to why we’re called The Windy City and more. (In person/online)
Senior Connections The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore
Friday, March 11, 10:30am Join us for our monthly book discussion. (In person/online)
YOUTH I Love Storytime! Monday, Feb. 21, 10:00am
LOVE
Age 6 and under with an adult. Friendship, love, and favorite things take center stage at this storytime (Online)
Pirate Storytime
Craft Space: Q Tip Pointillism Feb. 24 & 26
Grades K-5 with an adult. Make an appointment to create a craft with your kids and their friends (up to 10 people). Call or go to fremontlibrary. org/youth to register.
A Few Of My Favorite Things
Wednesday, Feb. 23 10:00am
Age 6 and under with an adult. Ahoy, storytimers! Ms. Shelby is the captain of this wild storytime all about pirates. (Online)
Feb. 1-28
All ages. Share what you love by drawing or writing on a heart for our Favorite Things Mural. (In person)
TEEN Teen Poetry Contest
Young Adult
February
Grades 6-12: Show off your poetry writing skills and send us a poem! It can be a love poem, or a heart wrenching piece- whatever you’re feeling! All types of poems are welcome.
Book of the Month
ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test
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Grades 9-12
Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online on Hoopla or Overdrive/Libby!
Saturday, March 5
Grades 9-12. Preparing for the ACT, SAT, or PSAT test? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home anytime that day. Click for more details.
Grants, Loans, and Scholarships
Wednesday, March 9, 6:30pm
Learn insider information on grants, loans, and scholarships to help make your college planning both successful and affordable. This webinar will take place on Zoom. (Online)
PSAT