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Adult Online Programs Astronomy Using Your Eyes Monday, Aug. 10, 7:00pm
So much observation of our daytime and nighttime skies can be done without a telescope. Michelle Nichols explores celestial observations you can do with just your eyes. 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.
How Corn Changed Itself, Then Everything Else Wednesday, August 12, 7:00pm
Cynthia Clampitt explores the history of corn, which started as a weedy grass native to Mexico, and then grew to shape the modern world, building both cities and cuisines. Registration required.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Aug. 13, 11:30am
Join instructor Isabel Raci, C-IAYT, online for a gentle session of guided meditation and chair yoga. Registration required.
Library Apps: Libby & Overdrive Basics Thursday, Aug. 13, 5:00pm
Want to become more familiar with using Libby and Overdrive on your phone or computer? Join us in this informal Zoom meeting for an easy introduction. (NOT for Kindle users.) 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.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton Monday, Aug. 17, 7:00pm
Laura Keyes portrays women’s rights crusader Elizabeth Cady Stanton in 1866, after the Civil War is over but when the battle for Women’s Suffrage is just beginning. Registration required.
Getting to Know Goodreads Tuesday, Aug. 18, 7:00pm
Join us on Zoom to go over how to set up a Goodreads account, and use the basic features of the website. Registration required.
Summer Library Club BINGO
Great Books - Passing by Nella Larsen
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.
Great Books is a monthly book discussion of enduring works of literature and history. This month’s book is Passing by Nella Larsen. Registration required.
June 15 – Aug. 31
Saturday, Aug. 29, 10:00am
Online Youth Programs Storytime
LIVE
Family Book Club: Doodleville - Online Program: Zoom
Monday - Saturday at 10:00am
Monday, Aug. 24 5:30pm
Join us on Facebook Live with one of our librarians for rhymes, stories, and songs! No storytimes the last week of each month.
Recommended for grades 3 and up. Join us for a book discussion with the whole family. One free book available to each family who registers!
Solitaire Chess Challenge
Let’s Do Art Together Brown Bear Sensory Book
Tuesday, Aug. 18, 3:00pm
Grades 3-6. Solve Solitaire challenges with chess pieces! Registration Required.
Friday, Aug. 28
For babies birth - 24 months with adult supervision. Transform the classic book “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” into a sensory experience for your little reader! All supplies, including a board book that’s yours to keep, will be provided to each registered family: register for the event on Aug. 28 to receive details via email.
Family Nailed It! Contest Contest ends Aug. 23.
For families with children in grade 5 and under. Will you nail it? Or fail it? Try your hand at baking and decorating cupcakes! Submit a photo of your cupcake designs by August 23 and you could win a $15 gift card! Include your name, grade, home address, and a photo of your cupcakes in an email to kobrian@fremontlibrary.org with the subject line ‘Family “Nailed It” Contest’. Limit 1 submission per family member.
Go-Go Craft Mini Garden Pots Aug. 31
Grades K-5. Make your own mini garden pot with washi tape! After you register, we’ll contact you when your kit is ready for pickup.
Online Teen Programs
Aug. 10-23
CONTEST
Grades 6-12: Try an at home version of the Netflix Show, “Nailed It!” Choose either the Campfire or Beach design (see pictures), and try your best to duplicate it. Send us the result- good or bad! Winners will receive a $15 gift card to a place of their choice.
WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE HOW EVERYONE “NAILED IT!”
Include your name, grade, home address, and a photo of your cupcakes in an email to colson@fremontlibrary.org with the subject line 'Teen “Nailed It” Contest'. Limit 1 submission per person.
Teen Advisory Board
Grades 6-12. Join us on Zoom! Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more to earn a service hour. Registration required.
Monday, Aug. 10, 4:00pm
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Teen Take & Make: Galaxy Jars Friday, Aug. 21, 10:00am - 5:00pm Grades 6-12: Register to get a kit to make your own Galaxy Jar! Kits will be available to pick up via Curbside Pick-up starting 8/21. Choose from 3 color combinations: Pink/Blue/Purple Blue/Yellow/Green Yellow/Red/Orange.
Registration required. Registration will close on 8/18 at 5pm in order to prepare the kits. Please provide an email in your registration to receive pickup information.
Book of the Month - August Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book! This month’s selection is In the Hall with the Knife by Diana Peterfreund.