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Library Open Easter Sunday, April 20
Library Closed Friday, April 25 for Staff Training.
License Plate Stickers
You can renew your license plates at the Library! Stop at the Checkout Desk, Mon-Thu: 9am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 9am-4pm & Sun: 1-4pm. There is a fee of $9.50 plus the cost of the sticker. Credit or debit card payments only. Patrons who qualify may get help applying for discounted license plates from the AgeGuide resource expert on Wednesday mornings at the Library. Drop in!
AgeGuide (ADRN) Hours
Wednesdays, 9:00am-1:00pm
Seniors 60+ and caregivers can have walk-in or appointments with a certified representative about health, transportation, housing, and financial resources available in Lake County.
Spring Reading Challenge
March-May
Join the Spring Reading Challenge! Complete 3 prompts, turn in your card, and you’ll be entered to win a $25 gift card. Pick up your challenge card at the Adult Help Desk on the 2nd floor.
Writer’s Workshop
Monday, April 21, 6:00pm
Register to receive a link to submit a piece of your writing in advance to get feedback from other writers in this creative writing workshop. Writers of all levels are welcome. (In person)
The Empowered Caregiver: Communicating Effectively
Tuesday, April 22, 2:00pm
Learn about common behavior changes in dementia, as well as how you can communicate effectively with loved ones and medical professionals. (In person)
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Lucille Ball - A Portrayal by Leslie Goddard
Wednesday, April 23, 7:00pm
This event in person is full! If you are already registered and can’t attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us. Historian and actress Leslie Goddard brings Lucy to life, paying tribute to both the true comic legend and the real woman behind the myth. (In person(full)/online)
Mindful Movement & Guided Meditation
Thursday, April 24, 11:30am
Learn to calm your mind and body with guided meditation from Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. (In person)
Book of the Month Club
Thursday, April 24, 7:00pm
Join us for an engaging discussion about the Library’s chosen book of the month: As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh. (In person)
Game
Night (for ages 18 and up)
Michigan Canal, highlighting restored buildings, canal towns, the towpath, a mule-drawn boat ride, and the people involved. (In person/online)
Friends’ Spring Book Sale
Passage to Chicago on the I&M Canal
Friday, May 2, 1:00-5:00pm Saturday, May 3, 10:00am-4:00pm
The Friends & Foundation welcome you to their special sale where they will offer up the best of the donations that have come in this year. Drop in!
Wednesday, April 30, 7:00pm
Join Nancy McCully as she describes the Illinois & Michigan Canal, highlighting restored buildings, canal towns, the towpath, a mule-drawn boat ride,
Storytimes
An adult must accompany the child. Siblings are welcome. Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk before each storytime.
Apr. 7-24 Family
BOX CITY
Saturday, April 26, 3:00pm Grades 3-5. Be the architect of a whole city of boxesthe only limit is your imagination.
& under
9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 1-2
Baby Bounce Wednesdays
9:30am & 10:30am
Birth-15 months
Preschool
Storytime
Thursdays
9:30am & 10:30am Ages 3-5
FAIRY TALE ENGINEERSTHE THREE LITTLE PIGS
Wednesday, April 30, 5:30pm Grades 3-5. Do you have what it takes to save the Three Little Pigs from the Big, Bad Wolf?
FairyTale ENGINEERS: The Three Little Pigs
These events are full! If you are already registered and can’t attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us.
Wednesday, April 30, 5:30pm Grades 3-5
Earth Day Craft: Seed Bombs
Do you have what it takes to save the Three Little Pigs from the Big, Bad Wolf? Registration required.
Tuesday, April 22, 5:30pm Grades K-2. Get ready for the monarch migration! Come make milkweed seed bombs and create beautiful flower art. Dress for a mess!
LEGO Challenge
Tuesday, April 29, 6:00pm Grades K-5. Stack up your skills with brick-building fun!
TEEN GRADES 6-12
Teen Chefs - New Recipe!
Wednesday, April 23, 4:00pm or 6:30pm
This event is full! If you are already registered and can’t attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us. Learn how to prepare a new recipe with us! Must have completed the Teen Chefs: Kitchen Safety class to register.
Teen Magnetic Poetry Challenge
April
Join us for weekly magnetic poetry challenges in the Teen Area all month long in honor of National Poetry Month. Show the Teen Help Desk staff a picture of your poetry for a small prize!
Wanted: Teen Artwork!
Showcase your artistic talent in our teen space! If you're a teen aged 13+ and interested in having your artwork displayed in the Library, fill out an application or email colson@fremontlibrary.org.
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order. today good day try is to a
Games & Pizza
Friday, May 2, 4:30pm