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Become a Trustee! The Board of Trustees of the Fremont Public Library District is seeking applicants to fill the remaining two years of a an open seat on the board. The appointed term will last until April 2023, covering the final two years of the original four-year term. Deadline for submissions is Friday April 30, 2021. Interviews will take place on May 6. Please go to fremontlibrary.org/about-us/board-trustees for details on how to apply.
The Black Dahlia Murder Monday, April 26, 7:00pm
Dubbed the “Black Dahlia” by reporters, Susan Gibberman probes the brutal 1947 murder of Elizabeth Short in Los Angeles-one of the most famous unsolved homicides. Graphic content. Registration required.
Why Everyone Needs a Nature Fix Wednesday, April 28, 7:00pm
The science is clear--nature benefits our physical, mental, and emotional health. Jan Roehll of The Conservation Foundation discusses the reasons why nature is so good for us. Registration required.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, April 29, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
Your City @ Home: Chicago Children’s Museum Saturday, May 1, 1:00pm
Get an exclusive look at the Cloudbuster climbing exhibit, the Zoom Room and more! Registration required.
Energized
Monday, May 3, 7:00pm
Feeling run down or lacking zest for life? Create lasting energy by developing better eating, moving, and sleeping habits, with these tips from Wellness Coach Tom Kens. Registration required.
Senior Connections The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes Friday, May 14, 10:30am Join us for our monthly book discussion.
Online YOUTH Programs
BOOK of the
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STEM To Go: Action Figure Saturday, May 1
APRIL
Grades 3-5. Registration is optional. Build a dualmotion machine that makes a cardboard figure jump rope. Kits are available in May, while supplies last.
The Collectors by Jacqueline West
Family Book Club: 11 Birthdays Monday, May 17, 5:30pm
Grades 3-5. Register. Join us for a book discussion online with the whole family.
Mañanaland
by Pam Munoz Ryan
Include an email address when registering to receive a Zoom link and one free book per family.
Online Teen Programs Exam Cram Kits - for High School Students Wednesday, May 12
Grades 9-12: Pick up an Exam Cram Kit that will have some items to help you as you study for finals! Registration and email required. Registration open 4/15-5/7.
Teen Take & Make: Soothing Fluffy Slime Monday, May 17
Grades 6-12: Make your own soothing fluffy slime with this kit! Registration and email required. Registration open 4/15- 5/9.
Book of the Month Grades 9-12 Punching the Air by Ibi Zoboi.
Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online on Overdrive/Libby!
Collect four bookmarks from our monthly selections and bring them in for a free book!
Teen Poetry Contest
April 1 - 30 Grades 6-12: April is National Poetry Month, so send us a poem! It could be your first poem, or your hundredth. All types of poems are welcome. Winner will receive a $10 gift card to a place of their choice. Include your name, grade, home address, and your poem in an email to colson@fremontlibrary.org with the subject line ‘Teen Poetry Contest’. Limit 1 submission per person.