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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.
The library is a voting site on Election Day, April 4. For more information and a listing of early voting sites, please go to fremontlibrary.org/voting.
Library Closed:
Sunday, April 9 for Easter
Friday, April 28 for Staff Training
AARP Tax Help
Thursdays, 1-4pm and Fridays, 9am-12pm
This year, because of our upcoming library remodel, the Mundelein Tax Aides will be at the Mundelein Village Hall, 2nd-floor entrance off Archer Ave. You may make an appointment online using the link on the library’s taxes page: fremontlibrary.org/taxes. Other tax aide locations and hours are also available on this page. For any detailed questions about tax preparation, you may call the Tax Aides voicemail at 224-424-3118. Leave a message and someone will get back to you.
Family Feud Survey
Survey’s in...and we need your help with our custom Family Feud game for the Teen Game Show program on April 21. Please take our survey if you have a minute! bit.ly/fpldfamilyfeud23
Blackout Poetry - National Poetry Month
April
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.
Danny Trejo Talks Tacos, Hollywood, and Redemption
Tuesday, April 4, 7:00pm
Danny Trejo talks of his prolific career in the entertainment industry with a hard-earned and atypical road to success, from years of imprisonment, to acting, and now restaurant ventures. (Online)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesday, April 5, 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, April 6, 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)
Mastering Chocolate Babka
Monday, April 10, 6:30pm
Chef Jessica Ellington demonstrates how to make a perfect chocolate babka, the rich brioche style bread with an irresistibly rich chocolate filling. (Virtual in library/online)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, April 11, 3:15pm
Meet up with fellow writers to share your work and improve your writing. (Online)
Wild Ones - Seasonal Color with Native Plants
Tuesday, April 11, 7:00pm
Find out about spring ephemerals, some summer staples of native plants, fall foliage favorites, and essential winter warriors. (In person/online)
The History of James Taylor & Carly Simon
Wednesday, April 12, 7:00pm
Gary Wenstrup uses performance and interview clips to trace the careers of this musical power couple. (Virtual in library/online)
Senior Connections - The Girl With the Louding Voice by Abi Dare
Friday, April 14, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
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
All ages. Stories, songs, and a craft for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional!
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.
Games & Pizza
Friday, April 7, 4:00pm
YOUTH
Poetry Writing Workshop
Tuesday, April 4, 5:30pm
Grades 3-5. Get inspired with prompts and techniques for poetry writing. All attendees get a notebook to keep.
Together for ChildhoodJuntos Por La Niñez
Wednesday, April 5, 6:00pm
Grades K-5. Bring your family for crafts, games and prizes hosted by Together for Childhood Network. Traiga a su familia para manualidades, juegos y premios. Drop in.
Chess NutsBeginner’s Chess
Wednesday, April 12, 4:30pm Grades 3 and up. Learn the essential first steps of playing chess.
Read to Rover
Wednesday, April 12 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm
Ages 7 & older. Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Signed waiver required.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, April 10, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks, and earning a service hour.
Game Show
Friday, April 21, 4:00pm Compete in a variety of game shows like Family Feud and Jeopardy to win prizes! Pizza will be served.
Family Feud Survey
Survey’s in...and we need your help with our custom Family Feud game for the Teen Game Show program on April 21. Please take our survey if you have a minute!
bit.ly/fpldfamilyfeud23
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Young Adult Book of the Month
Grades 9-12
Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online.