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Library closed Friday, April 26 for staff training.
AARP Tax Help
Ends April 12
Thursday afternoons & Friday mornings
The AARP Tax facilitators provide free tax preparation at the library for seniors and low-income individuals by appointment. Go to fremontlibrary.org/taxes to register or call 847-566-8702.
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, April 9, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, April 11, 11:30am
Seek calm, take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Senior ConnectionsThink Again
by Adam GrantFriday, April 12, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors.
(In person/online)
The Science of Memory
Monday, April 15 7:00pm
Delve into the different types of memory!
Join William Pack in interactive activities demonstrating how we remember and forget.
(In person)
Great BooksThe Found and the Lost
by Ursula K. Le GuinSaturday, April 20, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
Booktok TalksWhat Moves the Dead
by T. KingfisherSaturday, April 20, 11:00am
Hey, 20s-30s readers! Join our new book club at AREA Coffee to discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee and pastries, provided by the library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St. Mundelein)
April - String bowl
Library of Things
Stop by the Help Desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Crafts are available on the first of each month while supplies last. Limit 2 per person, please.
A Library of Things is a collection of items that go beyond books and movies that you can check out to use at home! Some of the items in this collection are Nintendo 2DS, Nintendo Switch, Merge VR/AR Headset, PlayStation Classic, Nintendo Switch Lite, Rokus, karaoke machine, mobile hotspots, telescopes, Cricut Joy and more!
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
Stories and songs for families to enjoy together!
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.
YOUTH
Solar Eclipse Storytime
Monday, April 8, 10:00am
Age 6 and under. What is a solar eclipse? Little ones learn more about this phenomenon with stories and songs.
Chess Nuts - Doubles Chess
Wednesday, April 10, 4:30pm
Grades K-5 with an adult. Play chess in an exciting new way, teams of 2 vs. 2! All skill levels are welcome.
Raising a Reader Celebration ConcertBeing Bilingual Rocks!
Sunday, April 14, 3:00pm
All ages. Sing, dance, learn Spanish/English, and play musical games in a joyful, unique blend of cultures, sound and language. All families are welcome.
POE TRY
Poetry Writing Workshop
Tuesday, April 16, 5:00pm
Grades 3-5. If you want to write a poem / Register, don’t stay at home! / For poetry, prompts, and inspiration / The library is your destination.
The Floor is Lava!
Saturday, April 27, 10:00am or 3:00pm
All ages. Try to cross the “lava” floor without falling in! Drop in.
TEEN Grades 6-12
Taylor Swift’s Literary Lyrics
Friday, April 19, 4:30pm
Teen Chefs
Wednesday, April 24, 4:00pm or 6:30pm
Learn how to prepare a new recipe! Note: You must have previously attended the Teen Chefs: Kitchen Safety class to register for this program.
Taylor Swift’s songs cover the full emotional spectrum, but did you know many also contain literary references? Explore them with us!
Friendship bracelets and eras outfits welcome!
Young Adult Book of the MonthGrades 9-12
April
Ain’t Burned All the Bright by Jason Reynolds & Jason Griffin
Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book when you show your Fremont card!