JUNE 21, 2020 E-NEWS Questions? 847-566-8702 Monday to Thursday 10am – 8pm Friday & Saturday 10am – 4pm Sunday 1 – 5pm
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NOW ACCEPTING RETURNS! You may now begin returning your items using the Outside Book Returns. If you are here for Curbside Pick-up you may also place your items in the provided receptacles in front of the entrance during our open hours. If you have kits or other items in plastic bins that do not fit into the outside returns, please use the second option.
WHEN WILL WE RE-OPEN?
PRINT & PICK-UP
Use the Mobile Printing link on the library’s website or the ePrint-it app to send your print requests, then come to a Curbside Pick-up Spot, call the number on the sign and we will bring them to you. There is a limit of 20 pages per day per patron. There is no cost for the pages while the library building remains closed. Please remember the username you used so we can easily locate the correct print requests. You may use the same username for multiple print requests.
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TV Trivia Night!
Join us for a fun night of TV Trivia featuring questions from various decades and TV genres. The winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card! Registration required.
Monday, June 22 7:00pm
Assuming the state of Illinois moves into Phase 4, the library plans to re-open for basic services (computer access and browsing materials) on July 6. We will be following safety guidelines for Phase 4 once they are announced. Visit the library’s website or call for the most up-to-date information and instructions.
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Adult Online Programs
Library Apps for Phones & Tablets Wednesday, June 24, 5:00pm
Learn how to download ebooks or eaudiobooks using Libby or Hoopla, plus get an overview of other apps the library offers (not for Kindle devices). Registration required.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, June 25, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
Financial Checkup for Retirees Thursday, June 25, 7:00pm
Karen Chan discusses how to put (and keep) your financial house in order. Topics include insurance, your home, credit history, important documents, and benefits or services you may be eligible for. Registration required.
Great Books - Death in Venice Saturday, June 27, 10:00am
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Great Books is a monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. This month’s book is Death in Venice by Thomas Mann. Registration required.
Senior Connections Friday, July 10, 10:30am Begins on June 15, ends on Aug. 31 All ages: print a BINGO card or use the newsletter you received in your mail! Complete the activities at your own pace and then contact us to claim your rewards.
Join us for our monthly book discussion. July’s book is The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. It is available with your library card on Hoopla. Registration required.
Online Youth Programs Maker Challenge: NATURE ART June 15 - 28
Monday - Saturday 10:00am
Sticks, leaves, flower petals and more-- use things you find outside to create art! Contest runs June 15-28. The winner will be announced the following week. Include your name, grade, home address, and a photo or video of your art in an email to kobrian@fremontlibrary.org with the subject line Nature Art.
Join us on Facebook Live with one of our librarians for rhymes, stories, and songs! No storytimes the last week of each month.
Drawing Class with Mark Andertoon Myth, Magic, and Monsters Monday, June 22 Grades K-2: 4:30pm Grades 3-5: 6:00pm
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Learn to draw all sorts of mythological, fantasy, and fairy tale characters, and then draw in your own stories! Registration required.
Minecraft Mania WITH your own account Wednesday, June 24, 5:30pm
Grades 1-4. Come together with other Minecraft players to create objects and structures using Multiplayer Creative Mode. Registration required.
Monday, June 29, 5:30pm
Show off your favorite stuffed animals at our Virtual Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Craft supplies will be available to each registered family in advance of the event: register to receive details via email. Together, we'll share stories, songs and a craft on Zoom.
Family Book Club: Aru Shah and the End of Time
Minecraft Mania WITHOUT your own account
Monday, June 29, 5:30pm
Wednesday, June 24, 5:30pm
Recommended for grades 3 and up. Join us for a book discussion with the whole family. Aru Shah and the End of Time can be checked out in eBook format from Hoopla. Discussion will be on Zoom. Registration required.
Grades 1-4. Come together with other Minecraft players to create objects and structures using Multiplayer Creative Mode. Registration required.
Online Teen Programs
TEEN SUMMER LIBRARY BINGO Grades 6-12 June 15 to Aug. 31
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Nature Art Contest June 15 - 28
Happy crafting! Grades 6-12: Get outside and make some art with nature! Use your creativity to make art out of rocks, sticks, leaves, pinecones, flowers, etc. The contest runs June 15-28. Winner will receive a $10 gift card to a place of their choice. Include your name, grade, home address, and a photo of your nature art in an email to colson@fremontlibrary.org with the subject line ‘Teen Nature Art Contest’. Limit 1 submission per person.