June 8, 2025 eNews
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We Want to Hear from You!
We are developing a strategic plan to shape your library services now and in the future. Your opinion and thoughts will be the heart of the plan! Visit fremontlibrary.org/strategic-plan to complete our online survey, share your ideas, join a focus group, and more. Thank you!
Summer Library Club: Color Our World
June 1-July 31
Ages birth-adult. Visit your library and check in at a Help Desk six times in two months to earn prizes!
Adult Writing Contest
June 1-July 15
We’re proud to announce our first annual Adult Writing Contest! Submit a “Color Our World” inspired fiction piece or poem for a chance to be in our online anthology! Prizes included.
Summer Scavenger Hunt
June 2-July 27
Age 18 & up. Each week, the Library will hide a color wheel at a new community spot. Solve the clues from the Library and online for the location and enter the weekly prize drawing! Happy hunting!
AgeGuide ADRN Hours
Wednesday, June 11, 9:00am-1:00pm
Adults 60+ and their caregivers may drop in to meet with a certified representative on health, transportation, housing, and financial resources available for seniors in Lake County.
Those Were the Days Radio Players Live!
Wednesday, June 11, 2:00pm
Those Were the Days Radio Players of Lake County will recreate radio shows from the golden age of radio, offering a delightful mix of comedy, drama, and more!
Byte-Sized Tech
Thursday, June 12, 1:00-3:00pm
Get answers to basic tech questions with one-on-one assistance. Bring your device, login, and password for personalized help. Sign up for one 20-minute time slot.
Senior Connections - The Art Thief by Michael Finkel
Friday, June 13, 10:30am
The Library leads this lively book discussion for seniors.
Writer's Workshop
Monday, June 9, 7:00pm
Beekeeper Reid Root of the Fox Valley Beekeepers Association will explain how honey is made and the importance of bees. Honey available for purchase!
Crafternoon - Diamond Art Bookmarks
Tuesday, June 10, 2:00pm
This event is full! If you’re already registered but can’t attend, please call to cancel so others on the wait list can join us. Supplies and instruction will be provided for our new crafternoon events.
Monday, June 16, 6:00pm
Register to receive a link to submit a piece of your writing in advance to get feedback from other writers in this creative writing workshop. Writers of all levels are welcome.
Senior Housing 101
Tuesday, June 17, 2:00pm
Rick Graffagna explains the differences in senior housing options and what families should look for when searching.
You Had Me at Film Club - Moonlight
Tuesday, June 17, 7:00pm
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Calling all casual viewers and cinephiles! Discuss a mix of American hits and international favorites while enjoying sweet treats, provided by the Library. Pick up your copy at the desk!
Weekly Storytimes
An adult must accompany the child. Siblings are welcome. Please pick up a drop-in ticket at the Kids Help Desk before each storytime.
June 2-26
Family Storytime Mondays 6:30pm
Age 5 & under
Toddler Time
9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 1-2
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays
9:30am & 10:30am
Birth-15 months
Preschool
Storytime
9:30am & 10:30am
Ages 3-5
WATERCOLOR PINWHEELS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 4:00PM
Come create an art project that we will display in the Teen Area to decorate the space! Drop in.
Family Game Afternoon
Sunday, June 8, 2:00-4:00pm
Grade K & up with an adult. Learn a new game or play a classic favorite! Tabletop gaming is fun for the whole family. Drop in.
Rainbow Suncatchers
Monday, June 9, 9:30am or 10:30am
Age 5 & under with an adult. Make a craft that shines with all the colors of the rainbow! Program is full.
Conversations en Español
Mondays, 4:30-5:00pm
June 9-July 28
Grades K-12. Keep your Spanish skills sharp this summer! Practice conversations in Spanish with other students. Drop in.
LEGO Challenge
Tuesday, June 10
Grades K-3: 4:30pm Program is Full.
Grades 4 & up: 6:00pm
We will be problem-solving, using critical thinking and engineering skills. Stack up your skills with brick-building fun! Register.
Fire Safety with the Mundelein Fire Department
Friday, June 13, 9:30am
All ages with an adult. Learn the basics of fire safety from a real-life firefighter! Firefighter Steve is ready to answer all your questions and show off a real fire engine. Program is Full.
TEEN GRADES 6-12 COLOR
FRIDAY, JUNE 20, 4:15PM
Enjoy boba tea while "tasting" some new books! Feel free to check out any that catch your eye!
Program is full - please call to cancel if you can no longer attend.
JUNE 1–JULY 31
Check in at the Teen Help Desk, complete a fun activity, spin the wheel to win a prize and earn a raffle ticket to win a $100 gift card of your choice. Complete 6 check-ins to earn a free book!