Library Events

Upcoming events hosted by the Fremont Area District Library

If you are interested in reserving a meeting room at the library, please check our Meeting Room Calendar and fill out out a Meeting Room Reservation.

Upcoming Events

	Sally Kane Presents: From Cornfields to Cuba Thursday, September 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Join local author Sally Kane as she shares the story behind her memoir, From Cornfields to Cuba: A Woman's Social Justice Journey. Shaped by the Civil Rights and Women's Movements, as well as the Vietnam War era, Kane recounts her path of social justice activism, personal discovery, spiritual growth, and finding her own voice. Her remarkable journey reached a turning point when she and her husband were given the rare opportunity to experience life in post-revolutionary Cuba through an immersive cultural exchange. Discover the experiences that inspired her book and the lessons she learned along the way. Books will be available to purchase at this event and they are also available from amazon.com. Visit her website at www.authorsally.net.
	Saturday Storytime \| Ages 0-5 Saturday, September 5th at 11:00 a.m. Featuring songs, rhymes, lapsits, fingerplays, stories, movies, and crafts. Siblings and parents can share this fun storytime together!
	Tween Book Club \| For Middle Schoolers Tuesday, September 8th from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Meets in the teen area with pizza and snacks! For middle schoolers. This month we're reading The Cardboard Kingdom by Chad Sell. Books are available for checkout at the library's front desk. Please read the book first and then join us for yummy food and discussion! Email tbonk@fremontlibrary.net with questions.
	Truth Be Told Book Group Tuesday, September 8th at 4:00 p.m. Join us for Truth Be Told, our non-fiction book group! Our next book is Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green, and there are copies available at our front desk to check out. We'll meet by the south fireplace to discuss, and please feel free to come even if you haven't read the book yet! New patrons always welcome. For more info, email edekkinga@fremontlibrary.net.
	YMCA Camp Echo: A Brief History of a Legendary Summer Camp Thursday, September 10th at 7:00 p.m. Katie Trippi has served on the seasonal Camp Echo staff since the summer of 1993 and became a full-time year-round Alumni and Development Director for Camp Echo in 2007. During Katie’s tenure, Camp Echo annual fundraising grew 10-fold and today over 200 campers attend with the help of scholarship money raised from a vast network of Camp Echo Alums. Her talk will include the history of the region before Camp Echo, located on Long Lake northeast of Fremont in 1924, and continue through the current day with plans for summer camping in the future.
	Children's Harvest Craft Saturday Saturday, September 12th from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Come join us and get excited for Fall! We’ll have some fun Fall crafts for you to make and take home at this drop-in event in the Children’s Department.
	Toddler Storytime \| Ages 0-3 \| Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. \| September 16th - December 16th Featuring stories, lapsits, fingerplays, music, & movement activities. Family Storytime \| Ages 0-5 \| Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. \| September 17th - December 17th Featuring songs, rhymes, lapsits, fingerplays, stories, movies, and crafts. Siblings and parents can share this fun storytime together!
	Children's Afternoon Movie: Toy Story 5 Thursday, September 17th at 4:00 p.m. In Toy Story 5, Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they're introduced to electronics, a new threat to playtime. Snacks will be provided! (PG; 1 hr 42 min)
	Batman Day Friday, September 18th \| All Day \| Movie starts at 2:00 p.m. Celebrate Batman at the library! We’ll have bat snacks and stickers all day while supplies last, plus a photo-op available for the best superheroes! At 2:00 p.m., we’ll show a Batman movie in the Community Room. Watch our Facebook page to vote on which movie you think we should show.
	Nan Sanders Pokerwinski Presents: The Utterly Unacceptable Atrocity of Isabelle Marsden Tuesday, September 22nd at 7:00 p.m. Meet local author Nan Sanders Pokerwinski for a book signing featuring her novel The Utterly Unacceptable Atrocity of Isabelle Marsden. This heartfelt story follows Belle Marsden as she rebuilds her life after trauma with the help of an unforgettable community of eccentric artists, outsiders, and friends. A former journalist and Newaygo resident, Nan also writes about creativity and connection through her popular Heartwood blog. Don't miss this opportunity to hear about her writing and have your book signed.
	Books & Bites Book Group Wednesday, September 23rd at 10:00 a.m. Enjoy a morning feast of literature and pastries. This book group combines the joy of reading with the delight of indulging in breakfast treats, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere for book lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Copies of Prodigal Summer are available at our front desk for checkout. New patrons always welcome. For more info, email jroseberry@fremontlibrary.net.
	Poppin' Parade Stop \| All Ages Thursday, September 24th from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Stop in at the library's Community Room before the Harvest Parade to get some popcorn and a monster hand popcorn craft for all ages so you can enjoy a fun treat at the parade!
	Crafternoon: Beaded Forever Plants \| Adults \| REGISTRATION REQUIRED Registration opens September 4th Friday, September 25th at 1:00 p.m. Join us to make your own beautiful beaded forever plant! These charming, maintenance-free creations make the perfect decoration or handmade gift and will never need watering. All supplies provided free. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration opens September 4th by calling 231-928-0256.
	Senior Sip & Play (NEW!) Monday, September 28th from 10:30-12:00 p.m. Good coffee and great company make the perfect combination. Spend the morning playing cards or board games, chatting with friends, and meeting new people in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for a fun way to connect, there's a seat at the table for you at this drop-in event.