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LIBRARY NEWS VHS-DVD Converter
The VHS-DVD Converter is now available for Fremont cardholders to reserve their 4-hour time slot to convert VHS tapes to DVDs. The DVDs can then be viewed, edited or uploaded online from your home computer. Instructions can be found at fremontlibrary.org/digital-conversion. See that page for other handy equipment you can checkout to digitize cassettes, film, slides, and more!
Summer Library Club:
Visit your library or attend virtual programs to receive your free tote bag!
Senior Connections - Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
Great Books - The American by Henry James
Join us for our monthly book discussion. Registration required for Zoom link.
A monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. Registration required for Zoom link.
Friday, July 9, 10:30am
Medicare and Your Options Wednesday, July 14, 7:00pm
Mike Altman unravels the mysteries of Medicare, including how to enroll as well as the options for both those turning 65 and those currently covered under Medicare. Registration required for Zoom link.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, July 15, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
Saturday, July 31, 10:00am
Crafting with Creativebug Geometric Paper Collage
Take home a peaceful paper craft. Register and pick up your kit beginning on July 15 at the Readers Services Desk on the first floor.
Adult Summer Reading Challenge June 1 – July 31
Read or listen to 3 books and record them on the challenge card. Turn in the card by July 31 to be entered into a drawing for a free Samsung Galaxy Tablet. One entry per person.
Pristine Patagonia Monday, July 19, 7:00pm
Brian Michalski takes us along on his spellbinding five-week journey through Patagonia. Registration required for Zoom link.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
I Survived...Camping Thursday, July 15, 4:30pm
Grades 3-5 with an adult. Come learn some outdoor skills to be more prepared to go camping in your own backyard or in the wild. Register. Masks requested.
Register for Summer Storytimes!
Cartoons with Mark Andertoon
Monday, Aug. 9 Grades K-2: 4:30pm • Grades 3-5: 6:00pm
You decide what, where, and who happens next! Oozing blob or skeleton? Creepy cave or jungle? Dance party or staring contest? We’ll draw based completely on your suggestions! Register.
Baby Bounce
Mondays at 10am
Birth-24 months with an adult
Preschool Storytime
Minecraft Mania
Tuesdays at 10am
Wednesday, July 21, 4:30pm
2.5-5 years with an adult
Grades 1-4. Minecraft Mania allows participants of all experience levels to complete challenges within Minecraft! Please contact the library to register for this event.
Toddler Time
Wednesdays at 10am 1-2 years with an adult
Teen Programs Summer Library Club: Imagine Your Story
Teen “6 Word Story” Contest June 14- July 18
Visit your library or attend a virtual program and earn your way to a free book!
Grades 6-12: Imagine Your Story- but only in 6 words! Tell us a story using only 6 words. Winner will receive a $15 gift card. Check the Events Calendar for more information.
Understanding College Financial Aid
Teen Chalk Art Contest
June 1 – July 31
Wednesday, July 14, 6:30pm
This webinar includes more of a deep dive on financial strategies for affording college (with less focus on academic strategies). Registration required for Zoom link.
Teen Advisory Board Monday, July 19, 4:00pm
Grades 6-12. Join us outdoors (weather permitting)! Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more to earn a service hour. Register. Masks requested.
August 9-29
Grades 6-12: Enjoy the summer weatherget outside and make some chalk art! Registration optional via the event on 8/9. Register for a kit 7/15-7/31.
Teen Summer Reading Challenge June 1 – July 31
Read or listen to 3 books and record them on the challenge card. Turn in the card by July 31 to be entered into a drawing for a free Samsung Galaxy Tablet. One entry per person.
Book of the Month Grades 9-12
July
Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! Find it in the library, on Overdrive/ Libby, or Hoopla. This month’s selection is: Blazewrath Games by Amparo Ortiz.