Spring into Reading
Adult Events
2024 LIBRARY SUPPORTERS
The Friends & Foundation of Fremont Library thank the following for their monetary gifts in 2024.
$500 or more
Cindy Boehm
Rosemary Collard
Jocelyn Frane
James Krater
Joyce Black, in memory of Hugh C. Black
Sharon Suoja Strle & Barbara & Brittany Buck, in memory of Frank S. Strle
In memory of…
Ginger Bromberg
Sharon Suoja Strle & Barbara & Brittany Buck
Carol Van Dusen
Lit Chicks Book Club
Larisa Kantor
Alisa Glaskin-Clay
Claire Shiels
Sharon Campbell
Dana Capko
Karly Frane
Rose Marie Frane
Theresa Gordon
Debbie Haight
Michael Less
Katina Mondus
Steve Sitek
Karen Squires
Linda & Tony Vecchie
General donations
Rosa Ayala
Mary Barrett
Richa Charora
Michael & Elisa Decker
John & Kristina Epstein
Kenneth Flaks
Rachael Geske
William Gonzalez
Danielle Hanrahan
Joyce Hutter
Jay Kasten
Dan & Colleen Liberacki
Charles Lindquist
Lester Lobel
James McMullen
Leroy & Patricia Nufer
Janet Schockmel
Bernie & Barbara Silbert
Lyle Staab
Katy Stoffel
Friends Book Sales
Friday, 1:00-5:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm
Winter Sale: Feb. 28 & March 1
Spring Sale: May 2 & 3
The Friends & Foundation welcome you to their special sales where they will offer up the best of the donations that have come in this year. Drop in!
Spring into Reading
Spring Reading Challenge
March-May
Join the Spring Reading Challenge! Complete 3 prompts, turn in your card, and you'll be entered to win a $25 gift card. Pick up your challenge card at the Adult Help Desk on the 2nd floor.
NEW! Book of the Month Club
Fourth Thursdays at 7:00pm
March 27: The Goddess of Warsaw by Lisa Barr
April 24: As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh
May 22: The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo
A new book club awaits! Join us for a lively discussion about the Library's chosen book of the month. Refreshments provided. (In person)
Senior Connections
Fridays at 10:30am
March 14: Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller
April 11: A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan
Hop into History
Pre-Civil War Quilts
Monday, April 14, 7:00pm
Join Road Scholar Connie Martin as she shares stories of secret codes in the patterns of pre-civil war quilts used by enslaved persons escaping to freedom on the Underground Railroad. (In person)
Passage to Chicago on the I&M Canal
Wednesday, April 30, 7:00pm
Join Nancy McCully as she describes the Illinois & Michigan Canal, highlighting restored buildings, canal towns, the towpath, a mule-drawn boat ride, and the people involved. (In person/online)
Women’s History Month
Driving Forces: 100+ Years of Women Influencing Automobiles
Monday, March 3, 7:00pm
From the start, women have been buying, designing, driving, and racing automobiles! Explore the impact female pioneers had on the automobile industry with Barbara Barrett. (In person/online)
Womanpower
The True Story of Sherlock Holmes
Wednesday, May 14, 7:00pm
British ex-pat John Gowing reveals how Sherlock Holmes was created and evolved over time, including the real-life places and people behind the stories. (In person/online)
Kiddieland Remembered
Wednesday, May 28, 7:00pm
Come explore the 80-year history of the park with vintage pictures and memorabilia, and hear why it closed in 2008 with Cheryl Brown. (In person/online)
Family History Finders
First Wednesdays at 1:30pm
March 5, April 2, May 7
Explore your family history with library staff and peers by getting tips and resource ideas for genealogy research. (In person)
Monday, March 10, 7:00pm
Join storyteller Anne Shimojima as she shares folktale and literary traditions of strong, clever, brave, and kind women. (In person/online)
Stories of Lake County Women
Wednesday, March 19, 7:00pm
Discover powerful women who shaped Lake County history, from the first official historian to artists and innovators, with an LCFPD educator. (In person)
ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT
Exploring Space with Coralie Adam
Tuesday, March 4, 7:00pm
Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois’ own Coralie Adam, Lead Optical Navigation Engineer at KinetX Aerospace. (Online)
Experience 9to5: The Story of a Movement at Home!
Free film link from March 21–March 23
Register to receive a free link to watch the documentary “9to5: The Story of a “Movement,” which highlights the creation of the 9to5 Movement, established to fight for workplace equity and against wage discrepancy. (Online)
Food & Drink
Green Up Your
St. Patrick’s Day
Wednesday, March 12, 7:00pm
Joan Davis will share the benefits of green, healthy foods, followed by a tasting of a nutritious Shamrock Shake! (In person)
Art & Music
Stay Crafty
First of the Month
ILLINOIS
LIBRARIES PRESENT
The Art of Foraging
with Alexis Nikole Nelson
Thursday, April 10, 7:00pm
Join Alexis Nikole Nelson as she peels back historical layers on African American and Indigenous food traditions and empowers those living in food deserts with greater self-sufficiency. (Online)
Stop by the First Floor Help Desk to find out what adults can craft up this month! Crafts are available while supplies last. Limit 2 per person, please.
Introduction to Line Dancing
Wednesday, March 26, 7:00pm
Join us for an introduction to country line dancing with Denita Inez from Desueño Dance. No partners are necessary for this footwork workshop. (In person)
Spring Ring
Sunday, April 6, 2:00pm
The Random Ringers handbell group entertains with a variety of favorite songs to welcome Spring. (In person)
Lucille Ball: A Portrayal by Leslie Goddard
Wednesday, April 23, 7:00pm
Historian and actress
Leslie Goddard brings Lucy to life, paying tribute to both the true comic legend and the real woman behind the myth. (In person/online)
The History of Beer
Monday, May 12, 7:00pm
Scott Pointon, former Midwest Home Brewer of the Year, certified Beer Judge, and Master Home Brewer, will discuss beer history and traditions as you sample fantastic beers! (In person)
ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT
Art and Adventures with Author/ Illustrator Dan Santat
Saturday, May 3, 2:00pm
Join us for a special event with author and illustrator Dan Santat, winner of the Caldecott Medal. (Online)
Latin American Artists Between the Wars: Kahlo, Rivera, Orozco, Siqueiros
Monday, May 5, 7:00pm
Join art historian Jeff Mishur as he explores the impact of Mexico's Indigenismo movement on Latin American artists of the 1920s and 1930s. (Virtual in library/online)
Meet New Friends
Craft
+ Connect
Third Thursdays, 6:30-8:30pm
March 20, April 17, May 15
Bring your work-in-progress and connect with others who love to create. Drop in! (In person)
Dungeons
& Dragons
Thursday, March 13, 5:30pm
Come to the Library for an epic Dungeons & Dragons adventure! Whether you’re an experienced player or a beginner, you’re welcome. Register early, space is limited! (In person)
Game Night
Last Mondays, 6:00-8:00pm
March 31, April 28, May 19
Join us for a fun-filled night of board games! (In person)
Mindful
Movement and Guided Meditation
Thursdays at 11:30
Check the Events calendar for locations as we change between online and in-person sessions with Isabel Raci, C-IAYT.
Get Out the Popcorn!
You Had Me at Film Club
Third Tuesdays at 7:00pm
March 18: Everything Everywhere All at Once (R)
April 15: Four Daughters (NR)
May 20: Perfect Days (PG)
Calling all casual viewers and cinephiles! Pick up a copy of the month’s movie from the Help Desk and watch it ahead of time. Then, come for a lively discussion of the film while enjoying sweet treats provided by the Library. (In person)
Film Friday
Fridays at 3:00pm
March 7: Respect (PG-13)
March 21: Judy (PG-13)
April 4: The Fabelmans (PG-13)
April 11: House of Gucci (R)
May 2: Till (PG-13)
May 16: Tolkien (R)
Join us for screenings of new movies and classics you love. Snacks and covered drinks are welcome. Drop in. Register for an email reminder.
Tuesday, April 8, 6:30pm
Join us for a fun-filled evening of Pub Trivia at the Library! Test your knowledge on a variety of topics, from history to pop culture. (In person)
Adult Events
Learn New Things
ALZHEIMER’S SERIES: THE EMPOWERED CAREGIVER
Supporting Independence
Staying Alive: Houseplants 101
Monday, April 7, 7:00pm
Are you hesitant to grow houseplants because you think you have a "black thumb"? Heather Coughlin from Pure Bloom Flowers will teach you how to help your houseplants thrive. (In person/online)
Byte-Sized Tech
Second Thursdays at 1:30pm
March 13, April 10, May 8
Each month we will share a few tips on how to make your tech life easier and answer basic questions. Bring your device, login, and password for personalized help. Drop in. (In person)
Writer’s
Workshop
Third Mondays at 6:00pm
March 17, April 21, May 19
Bring a piece of your writing to get feedback from other writers in this creative writing workshop. Writers of all levels are welcome. (In person)
ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT
Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond
Thursday, May 15, 7:00pm
Matthew Desmond, author of Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City, will lead a discussion on poverty, housing insecurity, racial inequality, and public policy. (Online)
Tuesday, March 25, 2:00pm
Learn to help someone with dementia engage in daily activities by providing appropriate support that balances safety and independence while managing expectations. (In person)
Communicating Effectively
Tuesday, April 22, 2:00pm
Learn about common behavior changes in dementia, as well as how you can communicate effectively with loved ones and medical professionals. (In person)
Wild Ones
Fireflies: Precious Jewels of the Night
Tuesday, March 4, 7:00pm
Join Xerces Society Ambassador Brandie Dunn, as she sheds light on the enchanting world of fireflies. (In person/online)
Bison Tales and Tallgrass Trails
Tuesday, April 1, 7:00pm
Join author and natural history educator Cindy Crosby, as she discusses how bison have shaped Illinois' original garden, the tallgrass prairie. (In person/online)
Pollinators
in
Your PreservesMonitoring for the Future
Tuesday, May 6, 7:00pm
Learn about the Lake County Forest Preserve District’s Plant-Pollinator Monitoring Program and how ecologists use the data to guide restoration and conservation strategies. (In person/online)
TEEN EVENTS (Grades 6-12)
Teen Advisory Board
First Mondays at 4:15pm
March 3, April 7, May 5
Give your opinion and brainstorm teen events and more, while eating snacks and earning a service hour.
Games & Pizza
First Fridays at 4:30pm
March 7, April 4, May 2
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza. In April we’ll offer up dessert pizza, too! Register by noon that Friday so we know how much pizza to order.
Teen Puzzle Race
Friday, March 21, 4:15pm
On your mark, get set, go! Which team can put together a puzzle the fastest? The winning team will receive a prize!
Teen Magnetic Poetry Challenge
April
Join us for weekly magnetic poetry challenges in the Teen Area all month long in honor of National Poetry Month. Show the Teen Help Desk staff a picture of your poetry for a small prize!
Teen Chefs
Kitchen Safety
Wednesday, March 26
2:30pm or 6:00pm
Learn kitchen safety and cooking basics through this hands-on class. Use your culinary skills to prepare a tasty treat!
New Recipe
Wednesday, April 23
4:00pm or 6:30pm
Learn how to prepare a new recipe with us! Must have completed the Teen Chefs: Kitchen Safety class to register.
Drawing Optical Illusions: with Dan Gogh
Wednesday, April 16, 4:30pm
Learn to draw optical illusions with artist Dan Gogh! All skill levels are welcome.
SLC Volunteer Training
Wednesday, May 14, 4:30pm Saturday, May 24, 10:30am Wednesday, May 28, 7:00pm Friday, May 30, 4:15pm
Want to volunteer at the Summer Library Club table this summer? Are you a teen 13+? We would love your help this summer! Attend one mandatory training session to learn how to work the table and more.
Exam Cram
Tuesday, May 20 & Wednesday, May 21 4:00-8:00pm
Grades 9-12. Need a place to study for finals? Snacks and stress-relieving activities will be available in our Teen Area. Bring your friends and drop in!
Exam Cram Breaks from 4-5pm!
Tuesday, May 20: Therapy Dogs
Wednesday, May 21: Panda Express
Ages 1-2
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays, 9:30am or 10:30am
Birth-15 months
Preschool Storytime
Thursdays, 9:30am or 10:30am
Ages 3-5
Early Literacy Night
Monday, May 12, 5:30pm
For adults–kids welcome!
Meet professional literacy experts, preschool providers, and librarians to explore resources you need to boost your little one’s reading skills in the early years. Drop in.
More Fun
for Lile Ones!
Baby Bounce Playdates
Wednesdays at 9:30am
April 2, April 30, May 21
Birth-15 months
Babies and their grown-ups are invited to socialize, play and read! Siblings welcome!
Saturday, March 8, 11:00am
All ages Wackadoo! Come to the Library for a party celebrating all things Bluey and Bingo. Please register.
I Love the Library Storytime
Saturday, May 3, 10:00am
Age 5 and under Sing, play and read at a storytime all about libraries.
Meaningful Movement
Tuesday, May 6, 10:00am
Age 5 and under Engage your senses with movement activities for our youngest friends.
Preschool Scientists
Monday, May 19, 10:00am
Ages 3-5
Hands-on chemical reactions and experiments for your budding scientist! Dress for a mess. Please register.
Jelly Bean Bash
Wednesday, March 19, 4:30pm
Grades K-2
Celebrate these colorful treats with a series of crafts and activities.
Earth Day Craft: Seed Bombs
Tuesday, April 22, 5:30pm Grades K-2
Get ready for the monarch migration! Come make milkweed seed bombs and create beautiful flower art. Dress for a mess!
EarlyElementary SuperSPRING BREAK
Dinosaur Discoveries: with T-Rexplorers
Monday, March 24, 4:00pm
Grades K-5
Dig into all things dinosaur during this interactive program with authentic dinosaur bones! Arrive early for a meet and greet with Ranger the T-Rex
Shrinky Dinks
Tuesday, March 25, 4:30pm Grades K-5
Create mini masterpieces and keychains using shrink plastic. Drop In.
The Floor is Lava!
Thursday, March 27, 2:00pm or 4:00pm
All ages
Try to cross the "lava" floor without falling in! Drop in.
Family Pajama Party
Friday, March 28, 5:30-7:00pm
All ages
UpperElementary
Edible
Color Wheel
Tuesday, March 11, 6:00pm Grades 3-5
Practice color mixing to create your very own edible color wheel.
Box City
Saturday, April 26, 3:00pm Grades 3-5
Be the architect of a whole city of boxesthe only limit is your imagination.
Fairy Tale Engineers:
The Three Little Pigs
Wednesday, April 30, 5:30pm Grades 3-5
Do you have what it takes to save the Three Little Pigs from the Big, Bad Wolf?
Drama Club
Thursday, May 15, 5:30pm Grades 3-5
Play charades, practice skits, and learn some warm-ups to train your voice and acting skills.
Bring your stuffie and wear your PJs - we're having a pajama party at the Library! Call to register.
STEM To-Go and Take & Make Kits
Crafts are available at the Kids Help Desk the 1st of the month. Stop by to pick one up while supplies last. Limit one per child.
Craft Camp: Collage Art
Thursday, March 6, 5:30pm
Grades K-5
Explore a new art-making technique: collage. Come and create!
Excellent Egg Drop
Saturday, March 15, 11:00am
Grades K-5
Design a structure that can protect your egg during a big fall!
Tote Bag Printing
Saturday, April 5, 11:00am
All ages
Create your own custom tote bag to use for your next library haul. Dress for a mess!
Four Art Projects in One Hour
Tuesday, April 8, 4:30pm
Grades K-5
Flex your creative muscles by making four unique art projects in one hour!
Dog Man to the Rescue! Party
Friday, April 18, 3:00pm
Grades K-5
Celebrate the popular Dog Man book series at this party with crafts, games and activities.
CreativeKIDS
LEGO Challenge
Tuesday, April 29, 6:00pm Grades K-5
Stack up your skills with brick-building fun!
Children's Artwork Showcase
Wednesday, May 7, 4:00-6:00pm
All ages
Use the supplies provided to create a masterpiece that we will display in the Library for everyone to enjoy. Drop in.
Forever Flower Vase
Saturday, May 10, 10:30am
All ages
Make a decorative vase with paper flowers that last "forever" - a perfect gift for Mom or a special adult.
Unicorn Planter
Friday, May 16, 4:00pm Grades K-5
Make your own unicorn planter and fill it with seeds that grow just like magic!
Read & Grow
Read to Rover
Second Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm
March 12, April 9, May 14
Age 7 & older
Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog.
Homeschool Learn & Grow
Together
Second Fridays at 2:00pm
March 14, April 11, May 9
Grades K-5
Join Miss Avocado as we explore our wonderful world and uncover new perspectives on a topic.
Fremont Public Library District 1170 North Midlothian Road
Mundelein, IL 60060
Phone: 847-566-8702 www.fremontlibrary.org
Library
Hours
Monday–Thursday 9am to 9pm
Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 9am to 5pm
Sunday 1pm to 5pm
Special Hours
Tuesday, April 1, 6am-9pm (Consolidated Election 6am-7pm)
Library Closed
April 25: Staff Training
May 25 & 26: Memorial Day
AARP Tax Help
Thursday afternoons & Friday mornings through April 11
Call 847-566-8702 or go online to fremontlibrary.org/taxes to book your appointments!
DIY Taxes
Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm
Feb. 6–April 10
Adults with incomes below $84,000 per year can file taxes online themselves at the Library with a certified IRS consultant available to answer questions. Sign up on the Library’s Events calendar.
TRUSTEES
Jodie Nalezny, President
Laurie MacKay, Vice President
Jay Kasten, Treasurer
Sharon Smogor, Secretary
Kelsey Cole-Burns
Micki Pflug Mounce
Allison Wilmes
Library Director: Laura Long
Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage Paid
Mundelein, IL 60060-1237
Permit No. 203
AgeGuide (ADRN) Hours
Wednesdays, 9:00am-1:30pm
For adults 60+ and caregivers
A representative from the Aging & Disability Resource Network (ADRN) from AgeGuide is available for walk-ins and appointments at the Library. They are certified to assist with Medicare & health insurance, discounted license plate renewal, transportation and housing, meal services, legal resources, and more. Stop by and see how they can help!
Lobby Displays
Come see the special exhibit from the Fort Hill Heritage Museum in Mundelein during the month of March. We are also accepting requests for display space from Fremont cardholders or other organizations. Visit our website and click Lobby Displays to apply!
Donuts with the Director
Thursday, March 6, 11:30am Friday, April 11, 2:30pm Saturday, May 10, 9:30am
Bring your ideas or questions to speak with the library director, Laura Long, and hear firsthand about exciting new things happening at the Library!
