March 10, 2024 eNews

March 10, 2024 eNews

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Don’t forget to move all your clocks forward an hour for Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, March 10!

Primary Election Day, Tuesday, March 19, 6am-7pm; the meeting room on the 2nd floor of the library is the voting location for precincts 119, 120, and 123. The library is open from 6am to 9pm that day. Please visit fremontlibrary.org/voting for more information about voting.

Saturday, March 16, 11:00am

Hey, 20s-30s readers! Join our new book club at AREA Coffee to discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee and pastries, provided by the library. (AREA Coffee)

AARP Tax Help

Ends April 12

Thursday afternoons & Friday mornings

The AARP Tax facilitators provide free tax preparation at the library for seniors and low-income individuals by appointment. Go to fremontlibrary.org/taxes to register or call 847-566-8702.

The Irish in America

Monday, March 11, 7:00pm

Using primary sources, John Lyons will explore how the Irish went from being treated with contempt to an acclaimed group contributing to every facet of American life. (Virtual in library/online)

Fremont Writers Group

Tuesday, March 12, 3:15pm

Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)

Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga

Thursday, March 14, 11:30am

Seek calm, take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)

Stay Crafty

This month we are learning how to bubble paint! Pick up your kit at the First Floor Help Desk while supplies last. Limit 2 per person.

The Rule of Rum

Monday, March 18, 7:00pm

Food historian Cynthia Clampitt shares how rum originated and its influence on piracy and colonial America. (In person/online)

Illinois Libraries PresentRuth E. Carter

Wednesday, March 20, 7:00pm

Join us for a special event with Ruth E. Carter, the first Black person to win an Oscar (let alone two!) for Best Costume Design. (Online)

Great Books - The Round House

by Louise Erdrich

Saturday, March 23, 10:00am

This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)

Senior ConnectionsThink Again by Adam Grant

Friday, April 12, 10:30am

The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)

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

Stories and songs for families to enjoy together!

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.

YOUTH

Chess Nuts - Classic Chess

Wednesday, March 13, 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.

Kirk Players PreviewThe Enchanted Bookshop

Thursday, March 21 6:30pm

All ages. Enjoy a sneak peek of the humorous, thrilling new Kirk Players show. Drop in.

Preschool Storytime

Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am

Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.

TEEN Grades 6-12

Dinosaur Discoverieswith T-Rexplorers

Thursday, March 28, 5:30pm

Grades K-5. Dig into all things dinosaur during this interactive program with authentic dinosaur bones! Arrive early for a meet and greet with Ranger the T-Rex. Register all attending.

Teen ChefsKitchen Safety

Wednesday, March 27, 2:30pm or 6:00pm

Learn kitchen safety and cooking basics through this handson class. Use your culinary skills to prepare a tasty treat! This is a required intro class for future Teen Chefs programs.

BACK TO KINDERGARTEEN

Young Adult Book of the Month

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Grades 9-12

Friday, March 15, 4:15pm

Friday, March 15, 4:15pm

Join us for an afternoon of being a "kindergarteen", and relive your childhood! We will play with our parachute, finger paint, play games like musical chairs, eat snacks, and more!

(In person)

Registration required.

Grades 6-12. Join us for an afternoon of being a “kindergarteen”, and relive your childhood! We will play with our parachute, finger paint, play games like musical chairs, eat snacks, and more!

March The Karma Map by Nisha Sharma

Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book when you show your Fremont library card!