June 4, 2023 E-NEWS
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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.
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!
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.
Space Food
Monday, June 5, 7:00pm
Discover space eats from the early days of space travel, how food is grown on the International Space Station, and what food might look like for future long-term missions with Michelle Nichols. (Virtual in library/online)
Wild Ones: Babbling Brooks
Tuesday, June 6, 7:00pm
Jeff Weiss will discuss the stressors to our rivers, streams, and wetlands. Learn how you can take part in improving water quality and ecosystems for future generations. (In person/online)
Navigate Your StarsA Conversation with Jesmyn Ward
Tuesday, June 6, 7:00pm
Join us for an evening with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward, where she will discuss her life, literary vision, and unique perspectives on love and loss. (Online)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, June 8, 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 ConnectionsThe Maid by Nita Prose
Friday, June 9, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
GENDER IN
Monday, June 12, 7:00pm
Kelli Marshall joins us to discuss the four ways Hollywood has traditionally represented men onscreen: macho men, comedy nerds, wounded warriors, and beasts. (In person/online)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, June 13, 3:15pm Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Making Change: The History of LGBTQ Activism since 1950
Wednesday, June 14, 7:00pm
John D’Emilio will trace LGBTQ activism from its start in the 1950s to the early 21st century, when the LGBTQ communities became more visible in society than ever before. (In person/online)
Great Books - Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales
Saturday, June 24, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (Online)
YOUTH Space for us all June 1 -July 31
Weekly Storytimes
First three weeks of each month. An adult must accompany the child. Siblings welcome to all of our storytimes.
Family Storytime
Mondays at 6:30pm
All ages. Stories, songs, and a craft for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional!
Toddler Time
Tuesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 1-2. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler.
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Birth-15 months.
Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers.
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 3-5. Explore the world of reading.
Together for ChildhoodJuntos Por La Niñez
Wednesday, June 7, 6:00pm
Grades K-5. Bring your family for crafts, games and prizes hosted by Together for Childhood Network. Traiga a su familia para manualidades, juegos y premios. Drop in.
Fit4Mom Workout Class
Friday, June 9, 10:00am
Adults with children under age 5.
Suit up for exercise with your little one along for the ride! Please bring a stroller with a seat for each child.
Space is extremely limited; please register.
We'll work on skills that will help you be confident in elementary school.
TEEN Grades 6-12 Space for Us All June 1 – July 31
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, June 12, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Teen Space Food Taste Test
Friday, June 16, 4:00pm
Try some food similar to what astronauts might eat in space! We will provide small samples of a variety of freeze-dried and dehydrated foods for you to taste.
SLC Volunteer Training
Want to VOLUNTEER at the SUMMER LIBRARY CLUB TABLE this summer?
Are you a teen 13+?
We would love your help!
Please fill out the application and click on the date below to register to attend one mandatory training session to learn how to work the table and more.
Monday, June 5, 2-3pm
Wednesday, June 7, 4-5pm
Saturday, June 10, 2-3pm