Nov. - Dec. 2021 Newsletter

NOV • DEC

2021

ADULT Programs

Music Moments Aztec Dance Xochitl-Quetzal

Holiday Favorites with Jazz Spectrum

Experience a journey into Mexico’s ancient Aztec culture of music, song and dance as Danza Azteca Xochitl-Quetzal performs La Danza De Los Concheros.

(In person/online)

Join Bob Zaun and the Jazz Spectrum Vocal Quartet, backed by a five-piece instrumental ensemble as they present a fun and festive holiday concert.

(In person/online)

Monday, Nov. 1, 7:00pm

The History of Simon & Garfunkel

Sunday, Dec. 5, 2:00pm

Monday, Nov. 8, 7:00pm

Gary Wenstrup uses audio and video content to trace the arc of Simon & Garfunkel’s career from their early days to the time they split up, touching on hits and rare gems.

(Virtual in library/online)

Moments in History

William McKinley: Our "Overlooked" President Wednesday, Nov. 10, 6:30pm

Gary Midkiff discusses the life and accomplishments of William McKinley, the president who ushered in the "American Century," was assassinated, then forgotten by history. (Virtual in library/online)

Mary Cassatt: An American Impressionist in Paris Wednesday, Dec. 8, 7:00pm

Art historian Jeff Mishur presents the life and works of Impressionist painter Mary Cassatt, who defied her times to become a successful artist and businesswoman. (Virtual in library/online)

Living History Encores

Martina Mathisen presents encore performances of some of our favorite programs. These pre-recorded videos will be available for four weeks on demand beginning on the date listed.

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Nov. 30: Marie Antoinette Dec. 7: Cleopatra Dec. 14: ‘Twas the Night Before

Christmas

Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.

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Limit 1 reservation per week per group.

Orson Welles' War of the Worlds

Wednesday, Nov. 3, 7:00pm

Laura Keyes looks behind the hype into the real story of the Orson Welles radio drama of The War of the Worlds, including the impact it had then and continues to have today. (Virtual in library/online)

Icons of Fashion Wednesday, Nov. 17 7:00pm

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Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek presents the daring wardrobe choices and revolutionary makeup innovations of the stars, as well as their legacies today. (Virtual in library/online)

Delicious Food Scenes in the Movies

Wednesday, Dec. 1, 7:00pm

Just in time for our holiday feasts, Steven Frenzel presents a mouth-watering collection of movie moments and behindthe-scenes stories all pertaining to food! (Virtual in library/online)

Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.

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ADULT Programs

Make a Crafting with

Moment

November: Paint a Wooden Centerpiece December: Hand-Stitched Deer Ornament Craft kits will be available to pick up in person beginning on the 1st of each month. No registration is required, but quantities are limited and kits are first come, first served.

Bill the Baker Bakes Bagels

Monday, Nov. 15, 7:00pm

Making bagels is less daunting than you might think. Let Bill Reichman (aka "Bill the Baker") show you how to mix, shape, bathe and season your own homemade bagels. (Virtual in library/online)

Book Moments

Trivia Night: 90s-2000s Edition

Senior Connections

Test your knowledge of the 90s and 2000s with questions from multiple categories during this fun night of trivia! (Online)

(In person/online)

Monday, Nov. 29, 7:00pm

Bake a Yule Log Cake Demonstration: Monday, Dec. 13, 7:00pm (Virtual in library/online)

Bake-along: Tuesday, Dec. 14, 6:30pm (Online)

Pastry chef Jessica Ellington joins us Monday to demonstrate how to make and decorate yule log cakes (also known as Bûche de Noël). On Tuesday, bake-along with Chef Jessica step-by-step in your own kitchen. Bakealong space is limited--bakers only please! Register for the bake-along in person or by phone starting December 1st.

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Fridays at 10:30am

Nov. 12: Catch and Kill

by Ronan Farrow Dec. 10: The Silent Patient

by Alex Michaelides

Great Books

Saturdays at 10:00am (In person/online)

Nov. 20: The Man Who Lived Underground

by Richard Wright Dec. 18: Treasure Island

by Robert Louis

Stevenson

Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.

Time to Learn

TIME FOR FUN Teen Advisory Board

Mondays, Nov. 8 & Dec. 6, 4:00pm

Grades 6-12. Give your opinion and help brainstorm teen programs and more to earn a service hour. (In person)

Paint Pouring

ACT, SAT, or PSAT Virtual Practice Test

Teen

(Grades 6-12)

Saturday, Nov. 6, 12:00pm

Grades 9-12. Preparing for the ACT, SAT, or PSAT test? Take a VIRTUAL free practice test, from C2 Education at home anytime that day. (Online)

Friday, Nov. 19, 4:00pm

Grades 6-12. Make a poured paint masterpiece! (In person)

Grants, Loans, and Scholarships

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 6:30pm

Learn insider information on grants, loans, and scholarships to help make your college planning both successful and affordable. (Online)

Teen Winter Dessert Wars Contest Dec. 6-19

Grades 6-12. Decorate cookies or cupcakes in a wintry or holiday theme and then send us a photo of it! Registration for a kit optional via the event on 12/6 from 11/15-12/1.

(Online)

Exam Cram Kits: for High School Students Friday, Dec. 10

Grades 9-12: Pick up an Exam Cram Kit that will have some items to help you as you study for finals! Registration open 11/15-12/5.

Time for Reading

Young Adult Book of the Month: Grades 9-12 Read 4 books from our monthly selections, and get a free book!

Find the month’s selection in the library or online on Hoopla!

November Hungry Hearts: 13 Tales of Food & Love December Throne of Glass

by Sarah Maas

Teens’ Personal Reading Challenge 2021 Did you challenge yourself to read more this year? Remember to bring your challenge sheet into the Youth Services desk to get your $100 gift card raffle entries before Dec. 30. It’s not too late to start! Pick up a Reading Challenge sheet in the Teen Zone, or on the Teen Page of our website.

Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

MOMENTS IN THE LIBRARY Letters of Gratitude

Gingerbread Disguises

All Ages. Write a thank-you letter to First Responders in our community. Drop in to the Youth Services Area anytime to use our letter-writing supplies, or write your letter at home! (In person)

All Ages. Run, run, run, as fast as you can!

What disguise will you make for your gingerbread person? Stop in the library anytime in December to create your own to take home.

(In person)

November

New!

Reserve a space to play or create with your family.

During your 20-minute appointment only your family will have access to the program room to engage in the activity provided for that time slot. Adult supervision is required.

Up to 10 people can be included as part of one family group. Appointments can be made starting 2 weeks before and up to 1 day prior to the desired time. Call 847-918-3218 or go to fremontlibrary.org/youth to find dates and times to sign up.

Play Space

Select Mondays & Tuesdays at various times

Ages 1 to 5 and their families Get your wiggles out! Play with a rotating selection of toys and activities that engage large and fine motor skills and support early literacy practices.

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December

Craft Space

Select Thursdays & Saturdays at various times

Grades K-5 and their families Make crafts together! Bring your kids in to make crafts, STEM projects, and DIY builds.

Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.

Moments Online for Preschoolers Rock 'n Roll Storytime

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 10:00am

Ages 2-6. Rock and roll your way through songs classic and new at this movementoriented storytime for active toddlers and curious preschoolers. (Online)

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie Storytime

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Moments at Home STEAM To-Go November: DIY Sensory Toy

December: Self-Propelled Car

Grades K-5. Our popular DIY kits for kids are now available on the first of the month on a firstcome, first-served basis! Limit one per child; no multiples for classrooms or daycares, please.

Wednesday, Nov. 17, 10:00am

Ages 2-6. Pick up a cookie to decorate and we'll read about the mischievous mouse who always wants more! (Online)

Snowman Storytime

Wednesday, Dec. 8, 10:00am

Ages 2-6. Make warm winter memories during this "frosty" storytime with Ms. Rachael! (Online)

Memory Match Storytime Tuesday, Dec. 14, 10:00am

Ages 2-6. Play a matching game to determine which books we read during storytime! (Online)

Dec. 6-19

Families with kids up to grade 5. Decorate cookies or cupcakes in a wintry style and submit a photo by Dec. 19 to compete in the contest.

Register 11/15 -12/1 to receive a Decorating Kit.

Moments to Read

Moments Online

Youth Book of the Month: Elementary School

Name That Disney Tune

Nov. Maya and the Rising Dark by Rena Barron Dec. The Leak: For the Love of Truth

by Kate Reed Petty Collect four bookmarks from our monthly selections and bring them in for a free book!

Youth Book of the Month: Middle School Nov. Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky

by Kwame Mbalia Dec. Twins by Varian Johnson Collect four bookmarks from our monthly selections and bring them in for a free book!

Family Winter Dessert Wars Contest

for Kids

Tuesday, Nov. 9, 5:30pm

All Ages. Get the family together and join us on Zoom for a challenge where we put your ear to the test. (Online)

Solitaire Chess Challenge

Thursdays, Nov. 11 & Dec. 9, 4:30pm

Grades 3 and up. Work as a team to solve solitaire challenges with chess pieces! (Online)

4 Art Projects in 1 Hour Monday, Nov. 15, 4:30pm

Grades K-5. Complete 4 art activities in this one hour class! (Online)

LEGO Show and Tell

Monday, Dec. 13, 4:30pm

Grades K-5. Show and tell your LEGO builds and try some building challenges! (Online)

Registration is required for all programs. Go online to fremontlibrary.org/events or call 847-566-8702.

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Fremont Public Library District 1170 North Midlothian Road Mundelein, IL 60060 Phone: 847-566-8702 www.fremontlibrary.org

Monday – Thursday 9am to 9pm Fridays 9am to 6pm Saturdays 9am to 5pm Sundays 1pm to 5pm Holiday Hours: Close at 5pm on Wednesday, Nov. 24 Closed Nov. 25 – Thanksgiving Closed Dec. 24 & 25 – Christmas Closed Dec. 31 & Jan. 1 – New Year

Genealogy Interest Group Wednesdays at 10:00am Nov. 3 & Dec. 1

Our Genealogy Librarian will be on Zoom to answer your questions and help you with your searches. Registration required. (Online)

Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga

Please see our website and weekly e-News for the schedule.

English (ESL) Class

English (ESL) classes are offered through Mundelein High School on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9:30am-12:30pm.

New students may register in person at the library before each class, or contact the school at 847-949-2200 ext.

1400 or 1403 for additional information.

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS Wednesdays, Nov. 17 & Dec. 15 10:00am – 1:00pm

The mobile health vehicle from Rosalind Franklin University will offer a variety of free health screenings each month.

Adults aged 18 and older; appointments not necessary.

Exámenes de salud gratuitos

Miércoles, el 17 de Noviembre y el 15 de Deciembre, 10:00AM a 1:00PM

El vehículo de salud móvil de la Universidad Rosalind Franklin ofrecerá una variedad de exámenes de salud gratuitos cada mes. Adultos mayores de 18 años; citas no necesarias.

Hablamos español.

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Mundelein, IL 60060-1237 Permit No. 203

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A Moment To

In these uncertain times, your library has continued to connect to the community through programs, classes, books and other materials, and other essential services. We have become creative with our offerings to provide the quality our patrons expect while making sure attendees are as safe as possible. We can do even more with your generous donations! This year we reach out to you with the hope that you will consider Fremont Public Library in your annual giving. You may make your donation online or by mailing or dropping off a check to: Friends & Foundation of Fremont Library 1170 N. Midlothian Rd. Mundelein, IL 60060 The Friends & Foundation are a 501c3 organization.

All donors receive a thank you letter and are recognized on a poster in the library unless they wish to remain anonymous. Thank you for your support!