July 23, 2023
Call 847-566-8702 or Chat
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
Visits must be completed by July 31; there will be no grace period this year due to the remodel!
Phase 2 Begins
The remodel resumes in August. Study Rooms and Meeting Rooms will not be available for reservations. Please check the website for updates.
Hollywood Goes to Space
Monday, July 24, 7:00pm
Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek presents classic Hollywood science fiction films that depict space and its residents. (In person/online)
State Senator Dan McConchieTraveling Office Hours
Tuesday, July 25, 10:00am-1:00pm
Staff will be on-site to assist with any State-related issues and services, hear people’s thoughts on State activities, and answer questions about Senator McConchie’s legislative priorities. (In person)
Fremont Writers Group
Tuesday, July 25, 3:15pm
Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Great Books - Team of Rivals
by Doris Kearns GoodwinSaturday, July 29, 10:00am
This group is open to anyone wishing to read and discuss great works of literature. (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.
Wild Ones - Adventures in Food Forestry
Tuesday, Aug. 1, 7:00pm
Judy Speer will present the story of 14 years of growth in a (mostly) native food forest in northern Illinois. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group
Wednesday, Aug. 2, 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)
Senior Connections The Personal Librarian
by Marie BenedictFriday, August 11, 10:30am
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Marbled Paint Pours
Friday, Aug. 11, 9:30am or 11:00am
Saturday, Aug. 12, 9:30am or 11:00am
Join Librarian Karin Irene to make marbled paint pours! Open to ages 16 and up. Choose one time slot. (In person)
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.
Ice Age Mammals with Dunn Museum
Thursday, July 27, 5:00pm Grade 3-5. Witness amazing Ice Age pieces up close with staff from the Dunn Museum. Siblings welcome. Register all attending.
Baby Bounce Playdate
Wednesday, Aug. 2, 9:30am
Birth-15 months. Babies and their grown-ups are invited for socializing, play and reading! Drop-in ticket required.
Backyard Bug Hunting
Thursday, Aug. 3, 4:30pm
Grades K-5. Build a "bug box" to catch interesting bugs around your neighborhood.
Encanto Interactive Movie
Saturday, Aug. 5, 2:00pm
All ages. Come enjoy an interactive movie experience with your family while watching the movie Encanto.
TEEN Grades 6-12 Space for Us All June 1 – July 31
Friday, Aug. 4 4:15pm
Join us for this “unbook club” style program. We will chat about what you’re reading, watching and listening to while sipping on a tasty beverage!
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Aug. 14, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
DIY Succulent Mug
Friday Aug. 18 4:00pm
Create a custom succulent planter mug with us!
Registration is open for August events!