June 25, 2023 E-NEWS
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Tuesday, July 4 CLOSED
All programs require registration unless noted. Click on the newsletter to open in Issuu which links to the individual program registrations.
Space for Us All Summer Library Club
June 1 – July 31
Ages Birth – Adult
Visit your library six times in two months to earn prizes!
A Salon with Gertrude Stein Picasso, Picasso and Paris
Monday, June 26, 7:00pm
Betsey Means portrays American writer Gertrude Stein, whose home at 27 Rue de Fleurus was a renowned gathering place for expatriate American artists and writers. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, June 27, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Summer Reading Challenge
June 1 – July 31
Ages Birth – Adult
Read or listen to 3 books and record them on the challenge card. Turn in the card by July 31 for a chance to win a telescope or an annual family pass to the Adler Planetarium. One winner will be pulled from each age group (Teen, Youth and Adult). One entry per person.
Chicago Architecture:
The Latest and Greatest
Monday, July 10, 7:00pm
Architectural historian Laurie Petersen presents on the latest and greatest architecture projects in Chicago, from stunning new skyscrapers to restored gems in the neighborhoods. (In person/online)
Senior Connections The Warmth of Other Suns
by Isabel Wilkerson
Friday, July 14, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors.
(In person/online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, June 29, 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)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesday, July 5, 10:00am
Get tips from our Genealogy Librarian (and the group) on how to use Ancestry and other tools to research your family tree. (In person)
Explore More Illinois is a service from RAILS that offers online passes to attractions such as
Lincoln Heritage Museum, American Writer’s Museum, Chicago Children’s Museum, Chicago History Museum, Chicago Maritime Museum, Museum of Science and Industry and more.
A Wild Goose Chase - Shadow Puppet Show
Saturday, July 8, 2:00pm
All ages. Shadow puppets spring hilariously to life! Register all attending.
LED Zeppelin
Monday, June 26, 6:30pm
Grades 3-5. Transform a helium balloon into a light-up Zeppelin using LEDs.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
Tuesday, June 27, 3:00 & 5:30pm
Kids entering Kindergarten. Are you getting ready to go to Kindergarten this year? We’ll work on skills that will help you be confident in elementary school.
Sensory in Space
Thursday, June 29, 10:00am Age 5 and under. Explore Earth and space in this sensory-filled playtime. Drop-in ticket required.
Many Moons Storytime
Wednesday, July 5, 10:00am Age 6 and under. “Zoom zoom zoom” into the library for a look at the many moons of our Solar System. Drop-in ticket required.
Color Chaos Tie Dye
Thursday, July 6, 3:00pm or 4:00pm Age 3 to Grade 5. Bring a white fabric item and tie-dye it any color of the rainbow! Dye is provided; please bring your own white garment. Rain date: July 13. (Outdoors)
TEEN Grades 6-12 Space for Us All June 1 – July 31
Games & Pizza: with Tie Dye
Friday, July 7, 4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of board games, pizza, and tie dye outdoors at the library! One item to tie dye will be provided.
ACT, SAT, or PSAT
Virtual Practice Test
Saturday, July 8
Grades 9-12. Take a VIRTUAL free practice ACT/SAT/PSAT test from C2 Education at home. Students can take the test anytime that works well for them that day. Complete the online form from C2. (Online)
Teen Egg Drop Lander
Wednesday, June 28, 7:00pm
Can you build an Egg Drop Lander that will protect your 'Eggstronaut’? Compete against other teams to see if you can successfully land your egg and win a prize. Supplies provided.
