May 15, 2022 E-NEWS Questions? 847-566-8702 Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Fridays 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.
Try Our New Drive-Up Window!
Don’t have time to come in? Try our Drive-up window for picking up your holds! It is available regular hours up until 5 minutes before closing. If you have longer transaction needs please come in or call ahead to 847-566-8702 before coming to the window. Click here for details.
Greed in the Gilded Age The Brilliant Con of Cassie Chadwick Monday, May 23, 7:00pm
William Hazelgrove tells the story of one of the greatest con artists in American history, Cassie Chadwick, who scammed wealthy bankers out of millions in the 1890s. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, May 24, 3:15pm
Join with your fellow writers to share your work and improve your writing. The group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month on Zoom. (Online)
The Mystery of Living with
Great Books - On The Road by Jack Kerouac
Wednesday, May 18, 7:00pm
A monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. (Online)
Agatha Christie
Betsey Means portrays the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, at her home in Devon, England, as she packs her bags for Syria. (In person/online)
Crying in H Mart: An Evening with Michelle Zauner Wednesday, May 18 7:00pm Fresh off a tour with her band Japanese Breakfast, Michelle will join ILP to discuss her bestselling memoir, Crying in H Mart, and more. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, May 19, 11:30am
Seek calm and take time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Saturday, May 28, 10:00am
Senior Connections The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman Friday, June 10, 10:30am
Join us for our monthly book discussion. (In person/online)
Crafting with Tassel Necklace May
Take home a Tassel Necklace craft. Kits are available on the first of each month while supplies last; no registration required.
YOUTH Unicorn Storytime Tuesday, May 17 10:00am
Ages 2-5 with an adult. Experience the magical world of unicorns! (Online)
Llama Storytime Wednesday, May 25 10:00am
Emoji Feelings
Ages 2-5 with an adult. Silly, funny, fuzzy llamas are the star of this storytime with Mr. Joel! (Online)
May
All Ages. Drop by and design an emoji that shows how you feel!
TEEN SLC VOLUNTEER TRAINING
Exam Cram
Sunday, May 15, 3:00pm Want to volunteer at the Summer Library Club Table this summer? Are you a teen 13+? We would love your help this summer! Attend this mandatory training session to learn how to work the table and more. (In person)
Grades 9-12. High school students: need a place to study for finals? Snacks and stress relieving activities will be provided. (In person)
May 16-18 4:00 – 8:00pm
Teen Spring Photo Contest April 17- May 15
Grades 6-12. Take a spring photo and send it to us! Winner will receive a $15 gift card to a place of their choice. Click for more information.
Young Adult Book of the Month -Grades 9-12 May
Denton Little’s Deathdate by Lance Rubin Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! Find it in the library, or online on Hoopla!