Fremont Public Library
Adult Events
One Card, Endless Possibilities One Card, Endless Possibilities
It may be small, but a library card packs a mighty punch. Borrow museum passes, Wi-Fi hotspots, Rokus, telescopes, board games, and more from the library’s collection. Come participate in engaging events like book clubs, storytimes, crafting classes, and performances. Access technology, Wi-Fi, and career resources to support your goals, whether you're a student, job seeker, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner. It’s one card with endless possibilities!
Don’t have a card yet? No, problem! Come to the Library with two forms of ID (including one photo ID) with your address to show you live in our district. We’ll set you up with a brand-new card that gives you access to many physical and online resources, all for free! For more information, visit fremontlibrary.org/library-card or give us a call at 847-566-8702!
Registration for September events is open now, but registration for most October events opens Sept. 15. Check the online calendar at fremontlibrary.org/events for details.
FOR FREMONT CARDHOLDERS
These events are open to Fremont cardholders only due to limited space and high demand.
Axe Throwing for Adults
Monday, Sept. 8 7:00pm
Staff from Mobile Adventure Company will show participants proper axe-throwing techniques to aim for the bullseye! Register.
Alebrije Painting
Monday, Sept. 15, 6:00pm
Instructor Yolanda Prado will present the Mexican folk tradition of alebrije, followed by an opportunity for attendees to paint an alebrije figure. Register.
Dungeons & Dragons
HERE’S YOUR CHANCE
to win some cool Fremont-branded items previously only offered to the library staff!
Checkout an item from the Library, or online through Hoopla, Freegal, or Libby for a chance to be one of the random patrons selected to win a t-shirt, hat, or other library-branded item throughout September!
Thursday, Sept. 25, 5:30pm
Come to the Library for an epic Dungeons & Dragons adventure! Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, all adults are welcome. Register early, space is limited!
Tour and Tasting: Tala Coffee Roasters
Wednesdays, Oct. 8 & 22, 5:30pm
Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour, live roasting demo, and coffee tasting at Tala Coffee Roasters in Libertyville! Register in person at the Adult Help Desk. $15 fee due at registration. Registrants are responsible for their own transportation.
Adult Events Registration for September events is open now, but registration for most October events opens Sept. 15. Check the online calendar at fremontlibrary.org/events for details.
PokémonGOSpotlight Hour
Tuesdays, Sept. 2 & 9, 6:00pm
Age 18 & older only
Join our resident Pokémon GO enthusiast at the Community Park next to Barefoot Bay to catch the Spotlight Hour-featured Pokémon on the Pokémon GO app! (Outdoors) Register.
Tales from Ivanhoe Cemetery
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 7:00pm
Experience the history of Ivanhoe Cemetery as local actors bring influential Mundelein and Fremont Township figures to life in the Library, presented by the Mundelein Historical Commission. Register.
A Spin Around the Globe: Right Split
Monday, Oct. 6, 7:00pm
Through photography and storytelling, explore places like Egypt, Croatia, Türkiye, and more with Brian Michalski as he shares his two-year solo backpacking journey across 30+ countries. Register.
OCTOBER! STEP UP TO SEPTEMBER
From Orchard to Table: Apple Recipes with Chef Susan Maddox
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 6:30pm
Celebrate fall flavors with an applethemed cooking demonstration with Chef Susan Maddox Samples included! Register.
Learnto Dance ChaCha
Wednesday, Sept. 24, 7:00pm
Denita Inez from Desueño Dance will be your guide as you begin learning to dance ChaCha – an expressive and multifaceted Afro-Cuban dance. No partners necessary! Register.
Registration opens Sept. 15
An Evening with Jack the Ripper
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 7:00pm
Join British ex-pat John Gowing for a captivating event exploring the dark history and enduring mystery of Jack the Ripper. Register.
Hoop Dancing with Starr Chief Eagle
Sunday, Oct. 26, 2:00pm
All ages
Starr Chief Eagle shares Lakota culture through the rare tradition of Hoop Dancing, using 22 hoops to create various designs, shapes, and creatures that tell a story. Register.
Bats and Other Misunderstood Animals
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7:00pm
Age 18 & older only
Sharon Peterson from Incredible Bats will bring bats, spiders, snakes, and more “misunderstood” animals for an interactive event that may change how you feel about these creepy creatures. Register.
MONDAY MATINÉES
Mondays at 1:00pm
Watch a special matinée of Hitchcock’s thrilling classic movies. Register or drop in.
Oct. 13: North by Northwest (NR) Starring Cary Grant in a tale of mistaken identity and suspense.
Oct. 27: Rear Window (PG) Starring James Stewart as a photographer who suspects a neighbor of murder.
TUESDAYS
AT TWO
Adults and seniors are welcome to join us on Tuesday afternoons for social activities and learning!
Games & Coffee
Sept. 2 at 2:00pm
Join us at the Library for a fun afternoon filled with games while enjoying a cup of coffee. Register or drop in.
Crafternoon
Sept. 9: Fall Pocket Wreath
Oct. 14: Painted Wood Ghost
Please register so we have enough supplies for everyone. October’s Crafternoon registration will open September 15. Fremont cardholders only.
Medicare 101
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2:00pm
Thursday, Oct. 2, 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. Register.
Jeopardy!
Oct. 7 at 2:00pm
Join us for a fun afternoon of Jeopardy (Ken Jennings not included). Test your knowledge in this iconic trivia game. Register.
Healthy Living for Your
Brain and Body
Sept. 16 at 2:00pm
Join the Alzheimer's Association to explore the latest research on healthy aging and get practical tools for applying nutrition, exercise, and brain health tips to your daily life. Register.
Brain Boost
Sept. 23 and Oct. 28 at 2:00pm
Stay sharp and exercise your brain with cognitive workouts, memory games, and discussions on brain health. Register or drop in.
ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT
Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 7:00pm
Join Steve Burns, the original host of Blue's Clues, for a heartfelt and inspiring talk about creativity, identity and personal growth. (Online) Register.
Beyond the Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 7:00pm
Join Marissa Bode, the actress making history as the first wheelchair-using performer to play Nessarose in Wicked, for an inspiring talk on representation, resilience and inclusivity. (Online) Register.
Dementia Conversations
Dementia
Conversations
Oct. 21 at 2:00pm
The Alzheimer's Association provides tips and strategies for difficult but important conversations about dementiarelated changes in memory, thinking, and behavior. Register.
WILD ONES Propagation of Native Hemiparasitic Plants
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 7:00pm
From Citizens for Conservation, Luke Dahlberg will discuss his work with native parasitic and hemiparasitic plants, how they are grown and used to manage aggressive species. Register.
Start an Arboretum in Your Community
Tuesday, Oct. 7, 7:00pm
Jeff Weiss, Wild Ones Lake-toPrairie Chapter board member, tells the story of the Reiner Park Native Tree and Shrub Arboretum and advises on starting an arboretum in your community. Register.
HELP YOU! LET US
Family History Finders
1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 1:30pm
Explore your family history with library staff and peers by getting tips and resource ideas for genealogy research. Register or drop in.
Byte-Sized Tech
Thursdays, Sept. 11 & Oct. 9, 1:00-3:00pm
Get answers to basic tech questions with one-on-one assistance. Bring your device, login and password for personalized help. Sign up for one 20-minute time slot.
Job Center on the Move
Job Center on the Move
Thursday, Sept. 18, 2:00-4:00pm
Meet with a Job Center representative for one-on-one support with customizing your resume, discussing your career transition, and more. Drop in!
What’s it Worth? Coin, Currency & Jewelry Appraisals
Friday, Sept. 19, 10:00am-3:00pm
Lifelong coin collector Dave Ekstrom will offer free appraisals of coins, currency and jewelry. Sign up for one 15-minute time slot. Fremont cardholders only.
AgeGuide ADRN Hours
Wednesdays, 9:00am-1:00pm
Adults 60+ and their caregivers may drop in to meet with a certified representative on health, transportation, housing, and financial resources available for seniors in Lake County. Drop in.
Guided Meditation & Chair Yoga
Thursdays, Sept. 4 & Oct. 2, 11:30am
Seek calm, take time to relax, and focus in the comfort of your own home. (Online) Register.
Movement & Meditation
Thursdays at 11:30am
Sept. 11 & 25 and Oct. 9 & 23
Learn to calm your mind and body with guided meditation under the instruction of certified meditation teacher Isabel Raci, C-IAYT. Register or drop in.
English (ESL) Classes
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:30am beginning in September
Registration & Testing: Aug. 19, 9:15am-12:00pm
Citizenship Classes
Mondays & Wednesdays at 6:00pm
Registration & Information: Aug. 27, 5:30-8:30pm
Classes are offered through Mundelein High School Adult Education for free. Please contact the school at 847-949-2200 ext. 1400 or 1403 for additional information.
Adult Events
MAKE
Adopt-A-Highway Clean-Up
Saturday, Sept. 13, 9:30am
Bring your friends and meet new ones as we clean up our stretch of Midlothian. Let's make a visible impact! Clean up supplies and donuts provided by the Library. Adults only, weather dependent. Register.
Writer's Workshop
Mondays, Sept. 15 & Oct. 20, 6:00pm Register to receive a link to submit a piece of your writing in advance to get feedback from other writers in this creative writing workshop. Writers of all levels are welcome. Register.
LIBRARY BOOK CLUBS
Books are available 1 month before the discussion date from the First Floor Help Desk.
Senior Connections
Fridays at 10:30am
Sept. 12: The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Oct. 10: The Demon of Unrest by Erik Larson
The Library leads this lively book discussion for seniors. (In person/online) Register.
You Had Me at Film Club
Tuesdays at 7:00pm
Sept. 16: Roma (R)
Oct. 21: Us (R)
Calling all casual viewers and cinephiles! Discuss a mix of American hits and international favorites while enjoying sweet treats provided by the Library. Pick up your copy of the movie at the First Floor Help Desk to watch before the discussion. Register.
Craft + Connect
Thursdays, Sept. 18 & Oct. 16
6:30-8:30pm
Bring your work-in-progress and connect with others who love to create. Drop in.
Game Night
Mondays, Sept. 29 & Oct. 27
6:00-8:00pm
Join us for a fun-filled night of board games! Register or drop in.
Book of the Month Club
Thursdays at 7:00pm
Sept. 25: The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier
Oct. 23: Last to Leave the Room by Caitlin Starling
Join us for an engaging discussion about the library’s book of the month. Register.
Booktok Talks
Saturdays at 11:00am
Sept. 27: An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson
Oct. 18: I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones
Discuss some of the hottest books on the internet while enjoying coffee & pastries provided by the Library. (AREA Coffee) Register.
Teen Art Takeover
Friday, Sept. 19
4:15pm
Come create an art project that we will display in the Teen Area to decorate the space! Drop in.
Teen Chefs: Kitchen Safety
Wednesday, Sept. 24, 4:30pm
Learn kitchen safety and cooking basics through this hands-on class. Use your culinary skills to prepare a tasty treat! Register.
Games & Pizza with Candy Taste Test
Friday, Oct. 3, 4:30pm
Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of games and pizza! We'll taste test a small variety of candy while you play! Register beginning Sept. 15.
Teen Halloween
Friday, Oct. 17, 5:30-7:45pm
Join us for an after-hours event full of activities, food, and a costume contest! Parents/siblings will not be allowed to stay in the Library after closing at 6pm. Register beginning Sept. 15.
Teen Chefs: Pumpkin Palooza
Wednesday, Oct. 22, 4:00pm or 6:30pm
Learn how to prepare a delicious pumpkin recipe with us! Note: You must have attended the Teen Chefs: Kitchen Safety class prior to taking this class. Register beginning Sept. 15.
Teens' Personal Reading Challenge
Join this year's Reading Challenge! Grab a sheet in the Teen Area or find it on the Teen Page. Participants can win a $100 gift card of their choice!
Bookmark Contest
September
Draw your own bookmark and enter our contest. Copies of the winning designs will be printed and given away at our Help Desks later this fall! Drop in to create your design.
Fall Teen Take & MakeSock Mothman
October
Make your own personal Mothman cryptid with this seasonal take-home kit. Available while supplies last. Drop in.
Short Film Club
Tuesdays, Sept. 2 & Oct. 7, 4:30pm
Grade 4 & up
Interested in film? Join us for snacks and more as we watch short film creations. Drop in! (Registration available for email reminders)
TWEEN EVENTS TWEEN EVENTS
LEGO STEM Challenge
Tuesdays, Sept. 9 & Oct. 14
6:00pm
Grade 4 & up
Test out your building and STEM skills with new LEGO challenges each month. Register.
Drama Club
Thursday, Sept. 18, 5:30pm
Grade 4 & up
Play charades, practice skits, and learn warm-ups to train your voice and acting skills. Register.
STEM in the Stacks
Sept. 1–Oct. 31
Grades 4-8
Take a walk through the stacks (first floor near the video games) to learn about a new STEM topic. Drop in.
CREATOR’S CORNER Brain
Inspired by Pollock
Friday, Sept. 12, 4:30pm
Grade 4 & up
Create art inspired by the American abstract artist Jackson Pollock. This iconic action painting style gets messy—dress accordingly! Register.
ZOMBIES
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6:30pm
Grade 4 & up
It's zombie season! Join us to turn the classic toy into a creepy zombie. Register.
DIY Potion Bottles
Friday, Oct. 10, 4:30pm
Grade 4 & up
Decorate your very own potion bottle to keep! Add charms, twine, labels, and more to customize it to fit your unique style! Register.
Bookmark Contest
September
All ages
Draw your own bookmark and enter our contest. Copies of the winning designs will be printed and given away at our Help Desks later this fall! Drop in to create your design.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration Concert with Little Parade
Saturday, Sept. 20, 11:00am
All ages
Bring your dancing shoes for a family-friendly concert performed by Little Parade! Drop in.
Tricks and Treats
Scavenger Hunt
October
All ages
Tricks and treats are hidden around the Youth Department — find them all and earn a prize! Drop in all month long.
Firefly Family Theatre: The Harvest Moon
Saturday, Oct. 4, 10:30am
All ages
Join Spark the firefly and her friends in Firefly Grove during this interactive puppet show featuring original music and movement. Drop in.
Monday Funday
Monday, Oct. 13
at the Library!
Registration for October events open September 15.
Scarecrow Studio
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 5:30pm
Stroll down to the Library to dress up your very own mini scarecrow! Register.
Decorative Pumpkins
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 5:30pm
Decorate a miniature plastic pumpkin to celebrate the harvest season! Dress for a mess. Drop in.
10:00-11:30am & 2:30-4:00pm
All ages
Engage your senses with a variety of toys and activities on this day off from school. Drop in.
Magic of Diwali: India’s Festival of Lights!
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5:00pm
All ages.
Celebrate Diwali with this vibrant and interactive family-friendly workshop. Drop in. (Registration available for email reminders)
Spooky Train Run with North Central ‘O’ Gaugers
Saturday, Oct. 25
9:00am-3:00pm
All ages
Come to the 2nd floor to view the North Central ‘O’ Gaugers’ model trains, all dressed up for Halloween! Drop in.
Miss Make Believe’s
Magic Picnic
Monday, Sept. 29, 5:00pm
Experience a unique and magical show with Miss Make Believe. Register.
Beautiful Bats: with Flying Fox Conservation
Thursday, Oct. 30, 6:00pm
Experience the gentle nature of live fruit bats with professional animal handlers. Register.
Flying Fox Conservation
KIDS
Mummies Unwrapped
Thursday, Oct. 23, 6:00pm
Grades 3-5
Unwrap the mysteries of mummification with a hands-on exploration of the way ancient Egyptians prepared for the afterlife. Register.
LEGO Challenge
Tuesdays, Sept. 9 & Oct. 14, 4:30pm
Grades K-3 with an adult
We will be problem-solving, using critical thinking and engineering skills. Stack up your skills with brick-building fun! Register. (Grade 4 & up should register for LEGO STEM Challenge at 6:00pm)
Read to Rover
Wednesdays, Sept. 10 & Oct. 8, 7:00-8:00pm
Age 7 & older
Sign up for one 15-minute time slot to read to a trained therapy dog. Register.
Balloon Creation Station: with Jason Kollum
Thursday, Sept. 11, 6:00pm
Age 8 & older with an adult
Twist and shape your balloon creations at the ultimate balloon-twisting workshop! Register early, space is limited!.
Homeschool STEAM: I Survived Stations
Monday, Sept. 22, 2:00pm
Grades K-5
Use STEM concepts to survive; these activities are inspired by the I Survived book series. This event is presented in collaboration with 9 other Lake & McHenry County libraries. Register.
Magic Tree House Adventure Club
Thursday, Oct. 9, 4:30pm
Grades K-2 with an adult
Step into the world of the Magic Tree House series with activities, games, and adventures that bring history to life. Register.
Candy Chemistry
Monday, Oct. 27, 4:30pm
Grades 3-5
Explore concepts of chemistry using the sweet treat of candy. Register.
Weekly Storytimes
Sept. 8-25 and Oct. 6-23
Visit the Kids Help Desk to pick up a drop-in ticket for each person beginning at 9am on the day of the event. Siblings are welcome.
Family Storytime
Mondays, 6:30pm
Thursdays, 9:30am or 10:30am
Age 5 & under
Explore the world of reading with books, bubbles, songs, and more.
Toddler Time
Tuesdays, 9:30am or 10:30am
Ages 1-2
Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler!
Baby Bounce
Wednesdays, 9:30am or 10:30am
Birth-15 months
Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers.
Tiny Tailgate
Thursday, Sept. 4, 4:30pm
Age 5 & under
Wear your team colors and get ready for a pint-sized tailgate party! Activities focused on creativity and teamwork will keep tiny hands busy. Drop in.
Play-Dough Playtime
Saturday, Sept. 13, 10:00am
Age 5 & under
Shape, squish and sculpt your way into a world of creativity! Drop-in ticket.
theBeyond Book
Saturdays at 11:00am
Sept. 27: Amara's Farm by JaNay Brown-Wood
Oct. 25: The Caboose Who Got Loose by Bill Peet
Ages 2-6
Dive into the world of reading! Multisensory activities extend the world of each book we will read. Food will be served. Register.
KIDS
All little ones must be accompanied by an adult.
Meaningful Movement
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 10:00am
Age 5 & under
Engage your senses with movement activities for our youngest friends. Drop in.
Baby Bounce Playdate
Wednesdays, Oct. 1 & 29, 9:30–11:00am
Birth-15 months
Babies and their grown-ups are invited to drop in for socializing, play and reading! Drop-in ticket.
Preschool Art Explorers: Fall Leaves
Friday, Oct. 17, 9:30am or 10:30am
Ages 3-5
Explore new ways to make art with fall leaves! Dress for a mess. Register.
Ms. Rachel Storytime
Saturday, Oct. 18, 10:00am
Age 5 & under
Read Ms. Rachel’s book and sing her favorite songs at this storytime with friends! Drop-in ticket.
Good and Ghosty Storytime
Friday, Oct. 31, 9:30am or 10:30am
Age 5 & under
Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this fun and friendly storytime with a Halloween theme. Costumes encouraged, but not required. Drop-in ticket.
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
Library Closed
Sunday, Aug. 31 & Monday, Sept. 1 for Labor Day
Friday, Sept. 5 for Construction
Friday, Sept. 26 for Staff Training
Show Off Your Stuff!
We invite Fremont cardholders age 18 & older to display their interesting collections in our lobby display cases. Click on the Lobby Displays button on the website to sign up.
Stay Crafty!
Crafts for adults are available on the first of each month while supplies last from the First Floor Help Desk. Limit 2 per person, please.
Take and Make for Kids
Stop at the Kids Help Desk to request a fun craft for all ages, available on the first of the month while supplies last. Limit 1 per child, please.
Coffee with the Director
Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2:00pm
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 10:00am
Join us for an informal chat with the Library’s Director, Laura Long, and enjoy coffee provided by the Library. Drop in.
TRUSTEES
Laurie MacKay, President
Micki Pflug Mounce, Vice President
Allison Wilmes, Treasurer
Sharon Smogor, Secretary
Amy Clapp
Catherine Corbett
Library Director: Laura Long
Non-Profit Organization
U.S. Postage Paid
Mundelein, IL 60060-1237
Permit No. 203
LIBRARY NEWS
Restroom Remodel
We had some supply issues that caused delays in the completion of the first half of our restroom remodel, but all of the supplies are in stock, and we expect the second half of the project to finish on time. The 2nd floor restrooms and the family bathroom on the 1st floor will be unavailable in September while they are updated. Loud demolition will occur on Friday, September 5, and the Library will be closed for safety reasons.
Strategic Plan Update
Thank you to everyone who filled out a survey, gave input online, or came to a focus group this summer. We have been gathering all the input and will be presenting the library’s strategic plan online this fall!
Adult Summer Scavenger Hunt
Congratulations to the various winners of the Adult Summer Scavenger Hunt; we hope you all had fun finding the secret locations in the Fremont Library District. Special thanks again to the local businesses who donated prizes, including Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in Vernon Hills, Steeple Chase Golf Club, Holcomb Hollow, and Tony Cannoli