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Dreams We Chase: An Author Talk

with Novelist Jennifer Weiner
2025-03-26 18:00:00 2025-03-26 19:00:00 America/Chicago Dreams We Chase: An Author Talk #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of <i>In Her Shoes</i>, <i>Big Summer</i>, and <i>The Breakaway</i>. Please register. Virtual -

Wednesday, March 26
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of In Her Shoes, Big Summer, and The Breakaway. Please register.

You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner as we chat about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspiring readers toward self-discovery for decades. Hearing from the queen of fun herself, we’ll chat with the author about her New York Times bestselling novels, Good In Bed, In Her Shoes, Big Summer, The Breakaway and many more. 

Additionally, in a special preview, Weiner will briefly discuss her forthcoming novel (due out on April 8, 2025) The Griffin Sister’s Greatest Hits. Set in the world of pop music, The Griffin Sister’s Greatest Hits is about sisters, motherhood, young love, and the dreams we chase.

Register now for what will most certainly be a dazzling conversation! 

About the Author: Jennifer Weiner is a #1 New York Times bestselling author whose books have spent over five years on the New York Times bestseller list, with more than 11 million copies in print in 36 countries. She is the author of the novels Good in Bed (2001) and In Her Shoes (2002), which was turned into a major motion picture starring Cameron Diaz, Toni Collette and Shirley MacLaine. And the author of That Summer (2021); The Breakaway (2024); and The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits (forthcoming 2025) . She is also the author of The Littlest Bigfoot middle-grade trilogy, Her nonfiction collection Hungry Heart: Adventures in Life, Love, and Writing (2016), was a finalist for the PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay.

Please Register for link to program.

Live Virtual Author Talks - This new series through Library Speakers Consortium offers live online talks by bestselling authors of books in a variety of genres. Participants receive a link to the program when they register. Please see https://libraryc.org/gailborden to register and also view recorded videos of past speakers.

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Ofrenda Comunitaria del Día de Muertos- Exhibición - Day of the Dead Community Ofrenda- Exhibit
Tue, Oct 27, All day
Main Library - Grove Room
Conoce una ofrenda tradicional del Día de Muertos y el significado de sus elementos. Ven y disfruta de esta experiencia.
Muestra de arte del Día de Muertos- - Day of the Dead Art Display
Tue, Oct 27, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library
Disfruta de las obras de Círculo de Artistas Latinos, celebrando la belleza, las tradiciones y el significado cultural del Día de los Muertos.
Early Voting--Kane County
Tue, Oct 27, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library - Alft River Room
Early Voting and Grace Period Registration for all Kane County voters and precincts
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Tue, Oct 27, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Tue, Oct 27, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Liberated Love: Rewiring Your Heart for Authentic Connection - with Mark Groves
Tue, Oct 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
If you’re tired of repeating the same relationship patterns or feeling like you lose yourself in your partnerships, this virtual event is for you! Please register.
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Bookmobile Stop: Jefferson Ave
Tue, Oct 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mobile Services
Between Hiawatha Dr & Waverly Dr, Elgin
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Bookmobile Stop: Woodview
Tue, Oct 27, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Mobile Services
Woodview Cir, Elgin
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Bookmobile Stop: Crestwood
Tue, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
Hemlock Ln, Elgin
Tween Time: Bat in the Full Moon! Grades: 3 - 5 - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Oct 27, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
What better way to prepare for Halloween than with some oil pastel art? Tween will love making this spooky oil pastel bat craft. Register to join.
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Grupo de conversación en inglés en línea o en la biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Eagle Room
Participantes de nivel intermedio, practican conversaciones en inglés, adquieren confianza y mejoran su pronunciación. El grupo es liderado por un tutor de Literacy Connection. Favor registrarse
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Accused: A Salem Witch Faces Her Fate
Tue, Oct 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
In the year of Salem's 400th Anniversary, historical presenter Michelle Gibbons will embody the voice of one of the countless women accused of witchcraft during the infamous Salem Witch Trials.
Left On Read Book Club - Nothing Tastes as Good by Luke Dumas
Tue, Oct 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for a social book group for readers in their 20’s or 30’s to discuss a variety of genres.
Ofrenda Comunitaria del Día de Muertos- Exhibición - Day of the Dead Community Ofrenda- Exhibit
Wed, Oct 28, All day
Main Library - Grove Room
Conoce una ofrenda tradicional del Día de Muertos y el significado de sus elementos. Ven y disfruta de esta experiencia.
Muestra de arte del Día de Muertos- - Day of the Dead Art Display
Wed, Oct 28, 9:00am - 10:00am
Main Library
Disfruta de las obras de Círculo de Artistas Latinos, celebrando la belleza, las tradiciones y el significado cultural del Día de los Muertos.
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Wed, Oct 28, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Wed, Oct 28, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Early Voting--Kane County
Wed, Oct 28, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library - Alft River Room
Early Voting and Grace Period Registration for all Kane County voters and precincts
Not-Too-Spooky Storytime - Family
Wed, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Little Pumpkins will enjoy stories, songs, and activities fit for the season! Costumes are welcomed!
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Bookmobile Stop: Randall Ridge
Wed, Oct 28, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library
Randall Ridge Park, Winchester Dr, Elgin
Pinochle Club
Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Come join us for Pinochle play! Emphasis will be on three person single deck three card widow version however other versions may also be played.
Bookmobile Stop: Meier Park
Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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Gansett Pkwy, Elgin
Bookmobile Stop: Heritage Park
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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Heritage Park Way or Friendship St, Elgin
Bookmobile Stop: Settlers Park
Wed, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
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Pizza and Music for (Grades 6-12)
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Come talk about what you are currently listening to! Pizza will be provided. Please register
The Gales of November with John U. Bacon
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Join us for a conversation with John U. Bacon, author of The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Please register to watch the virtual presentation.
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Go Bilingual en la Biblioteca - Go Bilingual at the Library
Wed, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Aprende en la biblioteca. Participa con otras personas que hablan español o inglés como primer idioma. Learn at the Library with native English and Spanish speakers.
German Conversation Group - Hybrid
Wed, Oct 28, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Adult Programs - Zoom,Meadows Community Room C
Herzlich willkommen! Practice or improve your conversation skills with other German speakers. Barbara Laane will be facilitating the conversation with different relevant themes.
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