May 4, 2025 eNews

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News License Plate Stickers

You can renew your license plates at the Library! Stop at the Checkout Desk, Mon-Thu: 9am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 9am-4pm & Sun: 1-4pm. There is a fee of $9.50 plus the cost of the sticker; credit or debit card payments only. Patrons who qualify may get help applying for discounted license plates from the AgeGuide resource expert on Wednesday mornings at the Library. Drop in!

AgeGuide (ADRN) Hours

Wednesdays, 9:00am–1:00pm

Adults 60+ and their caregivers can drop in to meet with a certified representative about health, transportation, housing, and financial resources available for seniors in Lake County.

Spring Reading Challenge

March‒May

Join the Spring Reading Challenge! Complete 3 prompts, turn in your card, and you'll be entered to win a $25 gift card. Pick up your challenge card at the Adult Help Desk on the 2nd floor.

Latin American Artists Between the Wars

Monday, May 5, 7:00pm

Join art historian Jeff Mishur as he explores the impact of Mexico's Indigenismo movement on Latin American artists of the 1920s and 1930s. (Virtual in library/online)

Wild Ones: Pollinators in Your Preserves

Tuesday, May 6, 7:00pm

Learn about the Lake County Forest Preserve’s Plant-Pollinator Monitoring Program and how ecologists use the data to guide restoration and conservation strategies. (In person/online)

Family History Finders

Wednesday, May 7, 1:30pm

Explore your family history with library staff and peers by getting tips and resource ideas for genealogy research. (In person)

Movement & Meditation

Thursday, May 8, 11:30am

Learn to calm your mind and body with Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. (In person)

Job Center on the Move

Thursday, May 8, 1:00‒4:00pm

Meet with a Job Center representative for one-on-one support with customizing your resume, discussing your career transition, and more. Drop in!

Byte-Sized Tech

Thursday, May 8, 1:30‒3:00pm

Learn tips on how to make your tech life easier. Bring your device, login, and password for personalized help. Drop in.

Senior Connections -

The Lion Women of

Tehran by Marjan Kamali

Friday, May 9, 10:30am

The Library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)

Donuts with the Director

Saturday, May 10, 9:30am

Bring your ideas or questions to speak with the library director, Laura Long, and hear firsthand about the exciting new things happening at the Library! Drop in.

Early Literacy Night

Monday, May 12, 5:30‒7:00pm

Adults and children of all ages. Meet professional literacy experts, preschool providers, and librarians to explore resources to boost your little one's reading skills in the early years. Drop in.

IL Libraries Present –Poverty: Matthew Desmond

Tuesday, May 13, 7:00pm

Matthew Desmond, author of Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City, will lead a discussion on poverty, housing insecurity, racial inequality, and public policy. (Online)

The True Story of Sherlock Holmes

Wednesday, May 14, 7:00pm British ex-pat John Gowing reveals how Sherlock Holmes was created and evolved over time, including the real-life places and people behind the stories. (In person/online)

Booktok Talks In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune

Saturday, May 17, 11:00am

Discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee & pastries provided by the Library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein)

Meaningful Movement

Tuesday, May 6, 10:00am

Age 5 and under. Engage your senses with movement activities for our youngest friends. Drop in.

Children's Artwork Showcase

Wednesday, May 7, 4:00-6:00pm

All ages. Use the supplies provided to create a masterpiece that we will display in the Library for everyone to enjoy. Drop in.

Homeschool Learn & Grow Together

Friday, May 9, 2:00pm

Grades K-5. Join Miss Avocado as we explore our wonderful world and uncover new perspectives on a topic.

Forever Flower Vase

Saturday, May 10, 10:30am

If you are already registered but can’t attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us. All ages with an adult. Make a decorative vase with paper flowers that last "forever" - a perfect gift for Mom or a special adult.

Early Literacy Night

Monday, May 12, 5:30-7:00pm

Adults and children of all ages. Meet professional literacy experts, preschool providers, and librarians to explore resources to boost your little one's reading skills in the early years. Drop in.

Read to Rover

Wednesday, May 14, 7:00, 7:15, 7:30 & 7:45pm

Age 7 & older. Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog.

TEEN GRADES 6-12

Teen Advisory Board

Monday, May 5, 4:15pm Give your opinion and brainstorm teen events and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour.

Young Adult Book of the Month Grades 9-12

May Kindling by Traci Chee

Read and collect 4 bookmarks from our monthly selections and get a free book when you show your Fremont Library card!

Drama Club

Thursday, May 15 5:30pm Grades 3-5. Play charades, practice skits, and learn some warm-ups to train your voice and acting skills.

Wednesday, May 14, 4:30pm Attend one mandatory training session to learn

Wednesday, May 14, 4:30pm

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