Mar. 6, 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.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
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.
Thursday, March 10, 11:30am
Seek calm and take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Senior Connections - The Woman They Could Not Silence by Kate Moore Friday, March 11, 10:30am
Join us for our monthly book discussion. This title is available on Hoopla for instant access. (In person/online)
China’s History as a World Power Monday, March 7, 7:00pm
Prof. Maria Ritzema explores China’s history as an economic power from the Han dynasty, its “century of humiliation” by the US and Europe, and its return to economic power today. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, March 8, 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. (Online)
Nellie Bly: Adventures of a ‘Mad’ Woman Monday, March 14, 7:00pm
Tricia Kelly brings to life one of Victorian America’s true mavericks, journalist Nellie Bly, famous for her trip around the world, and her investigation of Blackwell’s Asylum. (In person/online)
Great Books: - The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot Saturday, March 26,10:00am
A monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. (Online)
Native American Voices presented in partnership with
College of DuPage
Native American Residential Schools Recognizing Historic Trauma Wednesday, March 9, 7:00pm
Join us for an in-depth panel discussion with exclusively Native people speaking their voices and sharing their stories about the history of Native American Residential Schools. (Online)
Crafting with Creativebug Andy Warhol Inspired Monoprints March
Take home an Andy Warhol Inspired Monoprint craft. Kits are available on the first of each month while supplies last; no registration required.
YOUTH STEAM To-Go: Hovercraft
Flower Power Storytime
March
Tuesday, March 22, 10:00am
Grades K-5. Bring Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math home with you! Upcycle a CD and common household materials into a floating hovercraft. (In person)
Paper Chain of Kindness
Ages 2-5 with an adult. Springtime flowers are in bloom at this storytime with Mr. Joel! (Online)
Family Book Club -
Stuntboy, in the meantime
March
All Ages. Share your act of kindness and add it to our growing Paper Chain of Kindness hanging in the Youth Department. (In person)
Solitaire Chess Challenge Wednesday, March 9, 4:30pm
Grades 3 and up. Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces! (Online)
Tuesday, March 29 5:30pm
Grades 3 and up. Register to join us for a book discussion online with the whole family. Include an email address when registering to receive a Zoom link and one free book per family.
TEEN Teen Advisory Board
Young Adult
Book of the Month
Monday, March 7, 4:15pm
Grades 6-12. Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour. (In person)
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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!
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)