Apr. 9, 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: 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. Tax Appointments are full. To check for cancellations for an open apointment, please call 224-424-3118. For other tax aide locations and hours, go to fremontlibrary.org/taxes.
Blackout Poetry - National Poetry Month April
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)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, April 13, 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)
Senior Connections - The Girl With the Louding Voice by Abi Dare Friday, April 14, 10:30am
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.
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Mastering Chocolate Babka
Monday, April 17, 7:00pm
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)
Echoes of Earth - Finding Ourselves in the Origins of the Planet Sue Baugh tours the world by car, boat, plane and raft to show us the power and majesty of Earth’s oldest rock and mineral sites. (In person/online)
Metropolitan Ecology: Creating the Natural Neighborhood
Wednesday, April 19, 7:00pm
John Wasik discusses how to go beyond recycling to “green” consumption, creating a natural neighborhood. Learn how to take action everyday to save the planet and our communities. (In person/online)
Great Books - My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir Saturday, April 29, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)