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LIBRARY NEWS
Wild Ones: Invasive Jumping Worms in Illinois
Tax Services
Wednesday, March 3, 7:00pm
We have in stock the 1040 and 1040SR forms and instructions for Federal tax forms. The Illinois1040, ICR, E/EIC, Schedule WIT and instructions are also available for Illinois tax forms. You can obtain the forms using Curbside pick-up. Call the library for assistance.
Chris Evans review what we know about invasive jumping worms, their potential impacts to natural ecosystems and managed landscapes, and what can and should be done about them. Registration required.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, March 4, 11:30am
AARP has notified us that their appointments are full for the year, and they will not be booking additional appointments. Click here for additional tax preparation resources in Lake County, including the free, self-guided, on-line tax preparation software from The United Way.
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
Making Movies - The Craft, The Secrets, The Fun
Who Changed My Password?: A Whodunit? Mystery Game - Activity Kit Monday, March 1
Put your sleuthing skills to the test as you try to unlock the envelope and figure out: who changed your Netflix password? Register to receive a kit full of clues. Fremont cardholders only.
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, March 3, 10:00am
Our Genealogy Librarian will be on Zoom to answer your questions and help you with your searches. Registration required.
Monday, March 8, 7:00pm Filmmakers Tom Capps, Phil Russell and Janelle Tedesco will pull back the curtain to reveal some tricks and secrets behind how movies are made. Registration required.
Senior Connections - Educated by Tara Westover Friday, March 12, 10:30am
Join us for our monthly book discussion. Registration required.
Vote for your favorite books in the battle of the books! Join the library staff and your fellow patrons in picking best book club book in the collection. Vote for each round using the polls in Instagram and Facebook! Instagram: @fremontlib Facebook: fremontlibrary
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Online YOUTH Programs
BOOK of the
Baby
MONTH
Storytime Monday, March 8 10:00am
For babies under 24 months with an adult. Register. Cuddle up with your little one for gentle bounces, rhymes, and stories with Ms. Shelby.
Peeps House
Solitaire Chess Challenge
Monday, March 22
Tuesday, March 9, 4:30pm
Grades 3 and up. Register. Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces! Zoom link will be shared via email before the event.
MARCH
Decorating Contest
Stargazing
Families with children Grade 5 and under. Registration optional via the event on 3/22. Build a Peep house, and then send us a photo of it! Contact us to register for a kit 3/1-3/15.
by Jen Wang
Family Book Club: Twins Tuesday, March 23, 5:30pm
Grades 3-5. Register. Join us for a book discussion online with the whole family. One free book given to each registered family.
Online Teen Programs ACT or SAT Practice Test
Teen Advisory Board
Grades 9-12. Register. Preparing for the ACT or SAT test? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home. Click for more details.
Grades 6-12. Register. Join us on Zoom! Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more to earn a service hour. Registration and email address is required to get the Zoom link.
Saturday, March 6, 12:00pm
Monday, March 8, 4:00pm
Collect four bookmarks from our monthly selections and bring them in for a free book!
Financial Strategies for Early College Planners
Wednesday, March 10, 6:30pm
This webinar will emphasize getting a jumpstart on college planning, introduce financial aid options, and cover mistakes to avoid for early planners. Registration required.
Teen Peep House Book of the MAR. Decorating Contest Monday
March 22 Grades 6-12 Registration optional via the event on 3/22. Build a Peep house, and then send us a photo of it! Register for a kit 3/1-3/15.
Month Grades 9-12
Furia by Yamile Mendez
Read March’s book plus three more monthly selections to earn a free book! Find it in the library or on Overdrive/Libby.