March 3, 2024 eNews

March 3, 2024 eNews

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AARP Tax Help

Feb. 1 – April 12

Thursday afternoons & Friday mornings

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

English (ESL) Class

Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30am

English (ESL) classes are offered through Mundelein High School. Please contact the school at 847-9492200 ext. 1400 or 1403 for additional information.

Wild OnesThe Dark Sky

Tuesday, March 5, 7:00pm

Join Adam Kreuzer as he discusses the consequences of outdoor light pollution and what we can do to preserve our natural night skies. (In person/online)

Genealogy Interest Group

Wednesday, March 6, 10:00am

Get tips from our Genealogy Librarian (and the group) on how to use Ancestry and other tools to research your family tree. (In person)

Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga

Thursday, March 7, 11:30am

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

Senior Connections - The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

Friday, March 8, 10:30am

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

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)

Alice’s Ordinary PeopleScreening and Q&A

Wednesday, March 13, 7:00pm

Watch a screening of Alice’s Ordinary People to learn about Alice Tregay’s five decades of fearless activism with an introduction and Q&A session led by the director, Craig Dudnick. (In person)

BookTok TalksThe Song of Achilles by

Madeline Miller

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)

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.

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.

Preschool Storytime

Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am

Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.

YOUTH

Weird ScienceDrain Disasters

Wednesday, March 6, 5:30pm

Grades 3-5. Think outside the box to rescue lost items from a storm drain.

Weird ScienceDrain Disasters

Chess Nuts - Classic Chess

Wednesday, March 6, 5:30pm

Wednesday, March 13, 4:30pm

Grades 3-5

Grades 3 and up. All skill levels are welcome for a game of head-to-head chess on a variety of unique boards.

These programs are full!

If you are registered and can no longer attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us.

Decorate a Peeps House

Saturday, March 9, 10:00am

All ages. Decorate a graham cracker house for Peeps.

Read to Rover

Wednesday, March 13

7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm

Ages 7 & older. Sign up to read to a trained therapy dog. A signed waiver is required. One time slot per child.

TEEN Grades 6-12

Teen Advisory Board

Monday, March 4, 4:15pm

Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.

Young Adult Book of the Month:

Grades 9-12

The Karma Map by Nisha Sharma

Back to KindergarTEEN

Friday, March 15, 4:15pm

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!