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.
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 would-be 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)
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursday, Oct. 3, 11:30am
Seek calm, taking time to relax and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online)
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)
Illinois Libraries Present Being Imperfect with Erika Sánchez
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7:00pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Illinois Libraries Present and Erika Sánchez, award-winning author of I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter. (Online)
The Great Chicago Fire
Senior Connections - The Wager by David Grann
Friday, Oct. 11, 10:30am
Monday, Oct. 7, 7:00pm
The library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online)
Booktok Talks - Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver
Saturday, Oct. 19, 11:00am
Jim Gibbons will discuss the events that took place before, during and after The Great Chicago Fire in October of 1871 and how it impacted Chicago’s history. (In person/online)
Registration required.
Hey, 20s-30s readers! Join our book club to discuss some of the hottest books while enjoying coffee and pastries provided by the library. (AREA Coffee: 18 E Park St, Mundelein)
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.
Click on the event to register. All events require registration.
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
Animal Quest
Thursday, Oct. 3, 6:00pm
Read to Rover
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7:00pm-8:00pm
Age 7 and older. Sign up to read to a trained therapy dog. One 15-min. time slot per child. A signed waiver is required.
Craft Camp - Apple Art
Thursday, Oct. 10, 4:30pm
All ages. Learn a new style of making art using apples!
Inside the Lines Coloring Club
Friday, Oct. 11, 4:30pm
Animal Quest Pioneer Days
All ages. Encounter live animals in this interactive animal presentation. Register all attending.
Pioneer Days
All ages. Fill your world - and page - with color! Try out various coloring tools and make art that is uniquely yours. Drop in.
Thursday Oct. 3 6:00pm
Saturday, Oct. 5, 10:00am
All ages. Would you survive in a world with no technology? Learn some of the skills of early pioneers in this fun, hands-on workshop! Drop in.
All ages
Spooky Science
Monday, Oct. 14, 4:00pm
Saturday, Oct. 5 10:00am
Wednesday, Oct. 9, 4:30pm
Encounter live animals in this interactive animal presentation. Registration required.
Chess Nuts - Chess with a Twist
Grade 3 and up. All skill levels are welcome.
TEEN GRADES 6-12
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 pizza to order.
Teen Advisory Board
Monday, Oct. 7, 4:15pm
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen programs and more while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Wanted: Teen Artwork!
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.
Age 3 and up. Scare yourself silly at this interactive science show presented by Steve Belliveau! Register all attending.
TEEN Halloween ESCAPE ROOM
Friday, Oct. 18
Friday, Oct. 18
5:30pm-7:45pm
5:30pm-7:45pm
Join us for an escape room, other activities, food, and a costume contest in the library after hours!
Parents/siblings will not be allowed to stay in the library after closing at 6pm.
Join us for an escape room, other activities, food, and a costume contest in the library after hours! Parents/siblings will not be allowed to stay in the library after closing at 6pm.
