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Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
We have enjoyed seeing everyone who has come into the library the past two weeks and thank you for keeping your visits short and honoring our guidelines. As our Summer Library BINGO and virtual programs continue, please take advantage of all your library has to offer, either in person or online!
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
When you visit the library we require that you do not have any signs of illness, everyone over age 2 wears a facial mask that covers nose and mouth, and children under the age of 13 remain with a caregiver at all times. Practice social distancing and keep your visit short and sweet. Curbside pick-up is also available for those unable to come into the building and we also offer remote printing. Call or chat with us to learn more.
Adult Online Programs Book Page Collage Art Class
Monday, July 20, 6:30pm
Shari Pontillo shows us how to turn “disassembled” book pages into your own piece of art, using paint, fabric and more. Click for details about supplies; limited kits available for pick-up. Registration required.
Lost Lady - The Lady Elgin Tragedy Wednesday July 22, 7:00pm
Author Paul Timm explores the 1860 wreck of The Lady Elgin, which remains the worst open-water disaster on Lake Michigan. Registration required.
Thursday, July 23, 11:30am
Who’s Zooming Who? Meeting Basics Thursday, July 23, 5:00pm
Wondering how to use Zoom to connect with your friends or family, or to attend lectures and programs online? We’ll show you how! Registration required.
Spinecrackers Book Club The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters Tuesday, Aug. 11, 7:30pm
Join us online to discuss The Unlikely Adventures of the Shergill Sisters by Balli Kaur Jaswal, available with your library card on Hoopla as an ebook or eaudiobook. Registration required.
Senior Connections The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen Friday, Aug. 14, 10:30am
Join us for our monthly book discussion, offered in partnership with the Mundelein Park & Recreation District. August’s book is The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Registration required.
Summer Library Club BINGO June 15 – 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.
Storytime
LIVE
Go-Go Craft - DIY Squishies July 20 - Aug. 2
Grades K-5. Pick up your material kit at the library July 20 to August 2. All supplies provided, except for craft glue and additional paint colors. Registration required.
Monday - Saturday at 10:00am
Join us on Facebook Live with one of our librarians for rhymes, stories, and songs! No storytimes the last week of each month.
Minecraft Mania WITH your own account
Wednesday, July 22, 5:30pm
Family Talent Show
Grades 1-4. Come together with other Minecraft players to create objects and structures using Multiplayer Creative Mode. Registration required.
July 20 – Aug. 2
Show us your talent, well known or hidden! Perform together as a family or show off your solo moves. The contest runs July 20August 2. Winner will receive a $15 gift card to a place of their choice. For families with children grade 5 and under.
Minecraft Mania WITHOUT your own account Wednesday, July 22, 5:30pm
SCIENCE TELLERS
Grades 1-4. Come together with other Minecraft players to create objects and structures using Multiplayer Creative Mode. Registration required.
Ends Aug. 31
A virtual adventure to release dragons can only succeed with the help of science and you! Stream anytime between July 1 and August 31. Recommended for grades K-5. https://bit.ly/sciencetellersdragons
Solitaire Chess Challenge Tuesday, July 21, 3:00pm
Grades 3-6. Solve Solitaire challenges with chess pieces! Registration Required.
Family Book Club: Small Spaces Monday, July 27, 5:30pm
Recommended for grades 3 and up. Register. Join us for a book discussion with the whole family. One free book available to each family who registers. Books are yours to keep - request your copy via curbside pickup after registering. One book per family. Siblings are welcome to attend, but only the age-appropriate child should register.
Online Teen Programs Monday
Grades 6-12: Show us your talent, well known or hidden! Capture your talent on video, and keep the video length to 5 minutes or less.
Winner will receive a $15 gift card to a place of their choice. Upload your video to Google Drive, and share it with colson@fremontlibrary.org. Then send an email that includes your talent, name, grade, and home address in an email with the We can’t subject line “Teen Talent Show” to wait to see complete your submission. Limit 1 what you submission per person. show off!
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July 20 – Aug. 2
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Online Youth Programs
July 20 4:00pm
Join us on Zoom! Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more to earn a service hour. Registration required.
Joelle Charbonneau: Virtual Author Visit Wednesday July 22, 3:00pm
Grades 6-12: Chicago area author, Joelle Charbonneau, will read from one of her novels, Verify, talk a little about writing and finding inspiration for stories, and answer questions in this live virtual author visit. This author visit is being hosted in partnership with local school districts D75 & D120. Registration required.