Apr. 23, 2023 E-NEWS Call 847-566-8702 or Chat 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.
Library Closed: Friday, April 28 for Staff Training
Game Night
Wednesday, April 26, 6:00pm
Blackout Poetry - National Poetry Month
Whether you are looking for something new or to replay a favorite, from strategy games like Risk to cozy games like Cat Lady, we’ll have a variety of games for you to enjoy. (In person)
Make your own framed “blackout” poem at the station by the Reader’s Services desk during National Poetry Month. All materials supplied while they last. 9th grade and up. No registration necessary.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
April
Thursday, April 27, 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)
Great Books - My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir Saturday, April 29, 10:00am
A History of the Electric Vehicle Watts Old is New! Monday, April 24, 7:00pm
Barbara Barrett explores the rise and fall of the electric car in the early 1900s as well as the unique challenges facing the resurgence of electric cars today. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, April 25, 3:15pm
Join with fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Secrets of the Puzzle Master A Conversation with Will Shortz
Tuesday, April 25, 7:00pm
Join us for a conversation with enigmatologist Will Shortz, the world’s only academically accredited puzzle master. (Online)
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Wild Ones Adventures in Bumble Bee-holding Tuesday, May 2, 7:00pm
Meet a variety of charming bumble bees like the endangered Rusty-patched bumble bee. Learn to make your yard a more hospitable and welcoming place for pollinators. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, May 3, 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)
Senior Connections How to be Perfect by Michael Schur Friday, May 12, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)