Feb. 5, 2023
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Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm
Friday 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 Help
Thursdays, 1-4pm
Fridays, 9am-12pm
This year, because of our upcoming library remodel, the Mundelein Tax Aides will be at the Mundelein Village Hall, 2ndfloor entrance off Archer Ave. You may make an appointment online using the link on the library’s taxes page: fremontlibrary.org/taxes. Other tax aide locations and hours are also available on this page. For any detailed questions about tax preparation, you may call the Tax Aides voicemail at 224-424-3118. Leave a message and someone will get back to you.
12 Things that Make Life on Earth Possible
Monday, Feb. 6, 7:00pm
Earth has sustained life in many different forms for more than 3 billion years. Michelle Nichols highlights an (incomplete) list of 12 things that make our planet special. (Virtual in library/online)
Wild Ones - Illinois Native Pollinators
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 7:00pm
Meet the native bees, butterflies, wasps, and other pollinators that are under serious threat from a variety of stress factors causing an unceasing decline in their populations. (In person/online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, Feb. 9, 11:30am
Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, leads us through a session of guided meditation and chair yoga every week. Sign up for the link. (Online)
Senior Connections - Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal
Friday, Feb. 10, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Meet Jane Austen
Monday, Feb. 13, 7:00pm
Actress Laura Rocklyn portrays Jane Austen in 1815 as she shares her thoughts and feelings about her novels and how their publication changed her life forever. (Virtual in library/online)
Fremont
Writers Group
Tuesday, Feb. 14, 3:15pm
Meet up with fellow writers to share your work and improve your writing. (Online)
Great Books - Wide Sargasso Sea
by Jean Rhys
Saturday, Feb. 25, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Stay Crafty!
February
Stop by the Reader’s Services 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.
Creativebug
Make Valentine’s Day Painted Chocolates
Courtney Cerruti shows how to create pretty painted Valentine’s Day candies in this quick class. These candies are a guaranteed crowd pleaser. You experiment with mixing color, but you also get to play with food.
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. Explore the world of reading.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Feb. 6 4:15pm
Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks, also earning a service hour.
Drama Club
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 5:30pm
This program is full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so other patrons on the waiting list can join us.
Grades 3-5. Play charades, practice skits, and learn some warm-ups to train your voice, and acting skills.
Chess Nuts - Classic Chess
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 4:30pm
Grades 3 and up. All skill levels are welcome for a game of head-to-head chess on a variety of unique boards.
Read to Rover
Wednesday, Feb. 8 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm
Ages 7 & older. Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Signed waiver required.
Family BINGO Night
Thursday, Feb. 9, 5:30pm
This program is full! If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so other patrons on the waiting list can join us.
All ages with an adult. It's BINGO night for the whole family! Play a few rounds of bingo with prizes and enjoy light refreshments.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Illinois Libraries Present: Saying Yes to Your Story A Conversation with Kwame Alexander
Wednesday, Feb. 8 7:00pm
Join us for an evening of inspiration with bestselling, awardwinning, children’s and young adult author and poet, Kwame Alexander. (Online)
ACT, SAT, or PSAT
Virtual Practice Test
Saturday Feb. 11
Grades 9-12. Preparing for the ACT, SAT, or PSAT test for college? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home anytime that day. (Online)
Escape Room
Friday, Feb. 17 3:00pm
Work with a group to break out of an escape room designed by the library’s Teen Advisory Board. Prizes awarded to winners. Pizza will be served.