Saturday, July 25
This is our Parent & Me class. A caretaker is required to be in the water with their swimmer at all times. Angelfish students focus on getting comfortable in the water. This class incorporates games and songs to encourage your young swimmers to have fun while in a safe environment. Swimmers become comfortable putting t…
All ages with an adult. Drop in. Storytime in Spanish with Marcela Calderón Durán. Celebrate the rich tapestry of Latin American cultures with an engaging, interactive, and culturally relevant bilingual storytime! Familia todas las edades. No se requiere boleto. Hora de cuentos en español con Marcela Calderón Durán. ¡C…
Storytime at the library! Please join us as we learn through stories, songs, and movement activities. Toddlers, preschoolers and families are welcome! Free tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the event begins. Saturday Storytime is held most Saturdays and may be canceled in bad weather or for special events. Li…
Join us at the Centerville Library for a teen led art workshop. Each session will explore a different style of art. This event is for kids, ages 6-10. All supplies will be provided. June 13 - Stone Painting June 27 - Watercolor July 25 - Sketching August 1 - Collage Art Space is limited and free tickets will given out…
COYOTE HILLS REGIONAL PARK – Join us for National Moth Week and discover what makes moths truly marvelous! From velvety-winged night fliers to masters of camouflage, we’ll explore their incredible life cycles, diversity, and vital roles as pollinators and as food for other wildlife. Get to know the fascinating moths of…
Sunday, July 26
ARDENWOOD - Create and dress up your own darling doll. We'll make them out of clothespins just the way they did more than 100 years ago. Meet at the Granary. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Disabled accessible. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information, call (510) 544-2797.
Monday, July 27
COYOTE HILLS - Spend a whole week exploring and playing in Coyote Hills Regional Park! Recreation Leaders, Lifeguards, and Naturalists provide caring supervision and an action-packed week of hiking, fishing, swimming, arts & crafts, sports, and active fun in the great outdoors. Registration is required. Meeting Place:…
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket. Come explore new ways to make art with your child, without the stress of cleanup afterward. The open-ended, process-based projects are designed to follow the child’s lead and encourage creativity and exploration. Bring your creativity and wear clothes that can get messy. Old…
Join us at the Fremont Library for some summer time yoga. Ages 6-12 welcome. Yoga helps kids to relax, relieve stress and anxiety, sleep better, improve emotional regulation, increase empathy, and improve mood and affect. This instructor led program will take the kids through gentle yoga poses. Please dress appropriate…
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Shape, squish, and sculpt your way into a world of creativity! What will you create? Play-dough is an important tool for boosting fine motor control, expanding creativity, and engaging in sensory play. Early literacy tips for parents will be integrated into the fun!…
Tuesday, July 28
Storytime at the library! Please join us as we learn through stories, songs, and movement activities. Toddlers, preschoolers and families are welcome! Little Learners Storytime is held every Tuesday. Free tickets will be given out 15 minutes before the event begins. *This outdoor event will be cancelled during bad weat…
LEGO® at the Centerville Library! Use your imagination and engineering skills to create your own LEGO® designs. Drop in to this in-person makers time. All are welcome. Please supervise children under 9. LEGO® pieces are small and may be unsafe for young children. LEGO® Duplo will be available for younger children. Libr…
All ages with an adult. Drop in or register for a reminder . Get ready to sing, play, and dance because every BenAnna Band concert is unique and built around YOU! With live instruments for audience participation, group sing-alongs, and spotlight moments, this high-energy show encourages everyone to rock out, make music…
Grades 4 & up. Register. Join us twice a month for open Nintendo Switch gaming featuring fan-favorite games. Players will race, battle, and compete in a fun, friendly environment, whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just starting. Grab a controller, help yourself to some snacks, and join the fun! Tween events are for gr…
Wednesday, July 29
Babies 0-15 months with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Here's a chance for babies and their grown-ups to hang out and get to know each other. We'll have some toys and books available to use while you meet other families in the area. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the eve…
Grades K-2. Register each child attending. Can you craft culinary creations? Join us at our “Snack Shack” to learn easy recipes and delicious ideas to try at home. For specific nutrition or allergy information, please call the Library. This class is offered twice; please register for only one session. Kids are consider…
Thursday, July 30
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Cool off indoors and enjoy a cozy summer-themed space with your baby! Explore soft textures, bright colors, and playful activities designed especially for little ones. This relaxed, sensory-friendly environment encourages discovery, movement, and connection. Ticket…
Join us at the Fremont Main Library for a special Gujarati Storytime in the summer. Come and enjoy stories and rhymes in Gujarati and practice your Gujarati language skills . This program will be most enjoyable for children ages 2-5. All are welcome. Caregivers / Parents must be present to engage with their children du…
Friday, July 31
All ages. Drop in. Celebrate creativity and collaboration by making a unique piece of artwork. Anytime in July, come to the Library, make your mark, and grab a special sticker to place on our collaborative artwork. We will provide the sticker for you to create and add to our collage! No registration required.
Grades 4-8. Drop in. Americans are curious people who challenge limitations and dare to embrace uncertainty. These qualities are also valued in STEM. Let’s explore where and when STEM takes center stage in American history! These activities are designed for grades 4-8. Patrons of all ages may enjoy the activity, but yo…
Saturday, August 1
All ages. Drop in. Visit the Library to pick up your very own take and make craft. Available on the first of the month on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one per child; no multiples for classrooms or daycares, please.
All ages. Drop in. We’ve planted a little challenge! Guess how many sunflower seeds are in the jar anytime in August. Winners will receive prizes.
Grades 4-8. Drop in. Take a close look at the things around you using one of the library’s microscopes. What details can you see? These activities are designed for grades 4-8. Patrons of all ages may enjoy the activity, but younger children must be supervised by an adult.
This month's selection for elementary school is: Sort of Super by Eric Gapstur. This story follows Wyatt, a kid who wants to be a superhero like the rest of his superpowered family but hasn’t discovered any powers of his own. When danger appears, Wyatt learns that courage, kindness, and quick thinking can make someone…
Grades K-5. Drop in. Pick up a hands-on activity kit that lets kids explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math right at home! This month’s kit gives you the opportunity to build your very own robot to light up the room! Our popular DIY kits are available starting on the first of each month, while supplies last.…
For children entering kindergarten this fall. Drop in. Visit the Library to pick up your very own kindergarten readiness kit. Each month over the summer, we will explore a different theme focused on a small set of skills children should learn before entering kindergarten. Available on the first of the month on a first-…
ARDENWOOD - The Little Red Hen, the Billy Goats Gruff and other farm friends are waiting to meet you! Join the story circle for some classic barnyard tales before visiting the main characters. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Disabled accessible. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information,…
Join us at the Centerville Library for a teen led art workshop. Each session will explore a different style of art. This event is for kids, ages 6-10. All supplies will be provided. June 13 - Stone Painting June 27 - Watercolor July 25 - Sketching August 1 - Collage Art Space is limited and free tickets will given out…
Sunday, August 2
ARDENWOOD - Rise and shine little farmers! Say "Good morning!" to the sheep and goats and lend a hand as we prepare a morning snack for the farm animals. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Disabled accessible. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information, call (510) 544-2797.
ARDENWOOD - Our garden has been growing all summer. Lend a hand weeding, watering and planting our healthy vegetables. Discover the secrets of heirloom vegetables. We might even taste a few! This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information, call (510) 544-2797.
ARDENWOOD - Curious about cows? Join us as we talk about these bovine beauties, play games, and check in with our farmer on why cows are such important animals to have on the farm. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies. For information, call (510) 544-2797.
Monday, August 3
Grades K-5. Drop in. Celebrate National Friendship Day by bringing a friend to the Library, or by making a new one! Join us for a day of crafts and activities all about kindness, connection, and celebrating the people who make life brighter. Kids are considered to be in the grade they will be entering in the fall.
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Stories and songs for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional! Siblings welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the event. Every nose needs a ticket, even adults and siblings. Tickets are available on a first-come, f…
Tuesday, August 4
Ages 1-2 with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler! Stories, rhymes, songs, and more will enhance early literacy skills for little readers. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a…
Grades 6-12. Register. Swing into the slime factory to test out different recipes! How does each ingredient affect the slime’s texture, and what happens when two different slimes collide? Dress for a mess. Both Slime Factory events are identical; please only register for one session. Teen events are for the listed ages…
Wednesday, August 5
Babies 0-15 months with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers. Adults will have time to socialize after the event while babies explore toys. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required : Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick…
We have some Animal ambassadors from East Bay Regional Parks visiting Fremont Main Library, this summer. Come, check them out. The ambassadors visiting us could vary but possibilities are a Gopher snake, Rubber boa, American bullfrog, and Alligator lizard. This program introduces children to their habitats, behavior an…
Grades 6-12. Register. Learn how to prepare a new summery recipe! Note: You must have previously attended the Teen Chefs: Kitchen Safety class to register for this program. Teen Chefs classes are NOT guaranteed to be allergy-free. If you have an allergy, please include it in your registration, and feel free to contact…
Thursday, August 6
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Explore the world of reading with books, bubbles, songs, and more. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the event. Every nose needs a ticket, even adults and siblings. Tickets are available on…
Do you have questions, or have you encountered any problems using your Apple device (iPhone, iPad, MacBook, or Apple Watch)? Call 510-742-7540 to register for a 30-minute one-on-one appointment. Bring your Apple device(s) to your appointment.
Presented by East Bay Parks , get ready to go on an imaginative adventure with the animals through the parks. This is a free ticketed program. Tickets will be available at the Children's Desk 15 min before the program starts. All are welcome! Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Ple…
Grades 6-12. Register. Swing into the slime factory to test out different recipes! How does each ingredient affect the slime’s texture, and what happens when two different slimes collide? Dress for a mess. Both Slime Factory events are identical; please only register for one session. Teen events are just for the ages l…
Saturday, August 8
A volunteer from the Ohlone Humane Society will be at the library with Clay, the trained therapy dog. Clay is very nice and he loves to be read all kinds of stories! If you are interested in reading to Clay, check in at the Information Desk to get a free ticket 15 minutes before the program starts. Bring your favorite…
Sunday, August 9
Grades 6-12 : Challenge yourself to read more this year! Pick up a Reading Challenge sheet in the Teen Area, or on the Teen Page . There are 50 types of books, and for every 5 books you read, you'll get a raffle ticket for the drawing. The drawing is for a $100 gift card, and will take place after the end of 2026. Chal…
Build your child’s communication skills through Shared Reading! “Storytime with AAC” aims to support families/caregivers of emergent communicators by demonstrating language using AAC Systems, helping children develop a love for reading and building language through shared interaction and connection. This program is con…
Monday, August 10
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket. Come explore new ways to make art with your child, without the stress of cleanup afterward. The open-ended, process-based projects are designed to follow the child’s lead and encourage creativity and exploration. Bring your creativity and wear clothes that can get messy. Old…
Grades 4 & up. Register. Join us twice a month for open Nintendo Switch gaming featuring fan-favorite games. Players will race, battle, and compete in a fun, friendly environment, whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just starting. Grab a controller, help yourself to some snacks, and join the fun! Tween events are for gr…
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Stories and songs for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional! Siblings welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the event. Every nose needs a ticket, even adults and siblings. Tickets are available on a first-come, f…
Tuesday, August 11
Ages 1-2 with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler! Stories, rhymes, songs, and more will enhance early literacy skills for little readers. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a…
Grades K-3 with an adult. Register. Stack up your skills with brick-building fun! We will be problem-solving, using critical thinking and engineering skills as we enjoy building and sharing with LEGO bricks. Please register each child who will attend; adults may attend to supervise their children, but adults do not nee…
Wednesday, August 12
Babies 0-15 months with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers. Adults will have time to socialize after the event while babies explore toys. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required : Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick…
Grades K-2 with an adult. Register each child attending. Dig into your creative side at the Library! In this hands-on program, kids will make a variety of garden-themed crafts inspired by flowers, bugs, and backyard discoveries. Select the grade they are entering in the fall.
Age 7 & older. Register. Read to a therapy dog! Dogs make great listeners. Reading aloud to a therapy dog boosts a child's confidence and enjoyment of reading. Dogs provided and accompanied by Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy Volunteers. Only one 15-minute session per evening per child, please. Click to complete the onl…
Thursday, August 13
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Explore the world of reading with books, bubbles, songs, and more. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the event. Every nose needs a ticket, even adults and siblings. Tickets are available on…
All ages with an adult. Register each person attending. We all know Batman, Wonder Woman, and Spiderman. But do you know that many animals have superpowers as well? From keeping our forest floor clean to keeping pests away from our homes, nature has some pretty serious superheroes. Learn about the amazing things that a…
Friday, August 14
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop in. Join us for a special storytime at Kracklauer Park! Weather permitting. Kracklauer Park is located at 116 N Lake St, Mundelein, IL 60060.
Children, parents, and caregivers will have a blast laughing, signing, and singing with Teacher Bill, author of the book, Signs of a Happy Baby . Mr. Bill integrates American Sign Language (ASL) into his storytime. Baby Sign Language gives children the opportunity to communicate long before they can verbalize their wan…
Grades K-3. Register each child attending. Come enjoy creating your own puppet to take home and have fun using in a skit to share with others in the class. Kids are considered to be in the grade they will be entering in the fall.
Grades 6-12. Register. Get ready for the upcoming school year by creating a personalized vision board with us! A vision board is a collage of images, pictures, and affirmations that represent your goals, dreams, and aspirations. Bring your imagination and any magazines, photos, or other materials you'd like to use. We'…
Saturday, August 15
Grades K-3. Register each child attending. Come enjoy creating your own puppet to take home and have fun using in a skit to share with others in the class. Kids are considered to be in the grade they will be entering in the fall.
Sunday, August 16
Fremont Main Library in collaboration with Bountiful Blossom (a non-profit organization) is hosting a community circle for kids with special needs. This program is an inclusive program, designed for children with special needs but open to children of all abilities . Ages 5-14 welcome. Registration is required. Limited…
Monday, August 17
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Stories and songs for families to enjoy together. Pajamas optional! Siblings welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the event. Every nose needs a ticket, even adults and siblings. Tickets are available on a first-come, f…
Tuesday, August 18
Ages 1-2 with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Jump, wiggle, dance, and sing at this high-activity storytime for your busy toddler! Stories, rhymes, songs, and more will enhance early literacy skills for little readers. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a…
Wednesday, August 19
Babies 0-15 months with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Cuddles and connection are the focus of this gentle storytime for the youngest readers. Adults will have time to socialize after the event while babies explore toys. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required : Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick…
Thursday, August 20
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket required. Explore the world of reading with books, bubbles, songs, and more. Siblings of all ages are welcome. Ticket required: Visit the Kids Help Desk in person to pick up a ticket for the event. Every nose needs a ticket, even adults and siblings. Tickets are available on…
Grades K-5 with an adult. Drop in or register for a reminder. Join us for a fun and fully participatory performance with Paddy Lynn, where children help bring stories to life through acting, sound effects, and audience interaction! This energetic show blends storytelling and imagination to engage young readers and cele…
Join us at the Library for Dungeons & Dragons! Immerse yourself in a one-shot adventure that will test your character both physically and mentally alongside a party of allies. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, you’re welcome. Register early; space is limited! Fremont cardholders only. Registration is…
Monday, August 24
Age 5 & under with an adult. Drop-in ticket. Come explore new ways to make art with your child, without the stress of cleanup afterward. The open-ended, process-based projects are designed to follow the child’s lead and encourage creativity and exploration. Bring your creativity and wear clothes that can get messy. Old…
Wednesday, August 26
Age 5 & under. Register. Soft playground equipment meant for worriless free play. Encouraging mobility and curiosity. Bring your little ones to the Library for a soft play session. The Library is transformed into a safe, padded play space filled with sensory-rich toys, ball pits, and structures designed just for babies…