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NEWS
The library is closed on Sunday, Sept. 1, and Monday, Sept. 2, for Labor Day.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
During September & October, use your library card at the Checkout Desk or sign up for a new library card to enter a drawing for a $200 VISA gift card! Limited to Fremont cards only, one entry per person.
Join the Library Board! Aug. 20-Nov. 18, 2024
We will have 3 seats for the Board of Trustees open for the consolidated election on April 1, 2025. Petition packets will be available from Aug. 20-Nov. 18, 2024. To request a packet, email fplddirectors@fremontlibrary.org. For more information, go to fremontlibrary.org/board.
Lobby Displays - Show Off Your Stuff!
We invite Fremont cardholders age 18 or older to display their vintage toys, figurines, historical artifacts, antiques, or other collections in our lobby display cases. To sign up, go to fremontlibrary.org and click “Lobby Displays” to choose from the available months for your collection.
Wild Ones - There’s an App or Online Resource for That! Tuesday, Sept. 3, 7:00pm
Join Sandy Washburn and Matt Tobin to learn about the many apps and online resources to help the native gardener plan, manage and enjoy their spaces. (In person/online)
Genealogy Interest Group Wednesday, Sept. 4, 10:00am
Whether you’re starting your search or have gotten stuck, get tips and resource ideas from our library staff and group members. (In person)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga Thursday, Sept. 5, 11:30am
Seek calm, taking time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
Film Friday - American Fiction (R) Friday, Sept. 6, 2:00pm
Join us for screenings of new movies that you might have missed in the theater! Snacks and covered drinks welcome. Register for an email reminder. (In person)
Crystal Bowl Sound Meditation Monday, Sept. 9, 7:00pm
Join us for a session of sound therapy with teacher Marian McNair, who uses music and vibrational sounds for healing on a physical, emotional, and spiritual level. (In person)
Fremont Writers Group Tuesday, Sept. 10, 3:15pm
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Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)
Black Sox, Billy Goats & The Monsters of the Midway - Chicago Team Sports History
Wednesday, Sept. 11, 7:00pm
Whatever your team and whatever your game, join Clarence Goodman for this presentation of the weird history and somewhat sordid details of Chicago Sports. (In person/online)
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Pick up your books for the upcoming The Monsters of the Mid book discussions: Chicago Team Sports His Senior Connections - The Heaven & 11, 7:00pm Earth Grocery StoreWednesday, by James Sept. McBride
Whatever your team and whatever your game, join Friday, Sept. 13, 10:30am
Goodman for this presentation of the weird his somewhat sordid details of Chicago Sports. (In per
Registration required. Great Books - A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle
Saturday, Sept. 21, 10:00am
Booktok Talks - The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent Saturday, Sept. 21, 11:00am
Click on the event to register. All events require registration.