Sept. 22, 2024 eNews

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NEWS

Library closed Friday, Sept. 27 for staff training.

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.

Game Night

Monday, Sept. 23, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Do you want to search for gems during the Renaissance, build train lines to various cities, or collect cats? Come and play Splendor, Ticket to Ride, Cat Lady, and more. (In person)

Fremont Writers Group

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 3:15pm

Join fellow writers to share and improve your writing. (Online)

Medicare 101

Wednesday, Sept. 25

7:00pm

Tom Perrucci, from Premier Medicare Benefits, will help you understand your options and feel confident about choosing coverage based on your health needs, budget and eligibility. (In person/online)

Call 847-566-8702 or Chat

Monday to Thursday 9am – 9pm Friday 9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm • Sunday 1 – 5pm

Mindful Movement & Guided Meditation

Thursday, Sept. 26, 11:30am

Learn to calm your mind and body with guided meditation under the instruction of certified meditation teacher Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. (In person)

You Can Brew It!

Monday, Sept. 30, 6:30pm

Interested in becoming a home brewer? Award-winning master home brewer Scott Pointon will discuss the equipment, ingredients, process, and resources available to wouldbe brew masters. (In person)

Wild Ones - Keeping Trees Healthy and Happy & Natural Stone Gardening

Tuesday, Oct. 1, 7:00pm

We all love our backyard gardens. This month we have two professionals who will speak on different ways to bring more beauty to your yards. (In person/online)

Genealogy Interest Group

Wednesday, Oct. 2, 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)

Senior Connections - The Wager by David Grann

Friday, Oct. 11, 10:30am

The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)

Lobby Displays - Show Off Your Stuff!

We invite Fremont cardholders age 18 or older to display their 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.

Stay Crafty!

Stop by the First Floor Help Desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Crafts are available on the first of each month while supplies last. Limit 2 per person, please.

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

Age 6 and under. Stories and songs for families to enjoy together!

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.

DRAMA CLUB

Drama Club

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 5:30pm

Grades 3-5. Play charades, practice skits, and learn some warm-ups to train your voice and acting skills.

The Floor is Lava!

Thursday, Sept. 26

4:30pm or 5:30pm All ages. Try to cross the “lava” floor without falling in! Drop in.

Superhero Storytime

Tuesday, Oct. 1, 10:30am

Age 6 and under. Fly to the library for songs, stories, and a craft about saving the day! Capes and costumes encouraged, but not required.

Superhero Storytime

TEEN GRADES 6-12

KITCHEN

Teen ChefsKitchen Safety

Wednesday, Sept. 25, 4:30pm

Learn kitchen safety and cooking basics through this hands-on class. Use your culinary skills to prepare a tasty treat!

Games & Pizza

Friday, Oct. 4, 4:15pm Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much

Animal Quest

Thursday, Oct. 3, 6:00pm

All ages. Encounter live animals in this interactive animal presentation. Register all attending.

Show off your artistic talent in our teen space! If you're a teen age 13+, and interested in having your art on display in the library, email colson@ fremontlibrary.org for submission details.

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