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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

Add to Calendar 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 -

#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 BedIn 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.

AGE GROUP: | Virtual Live | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Adult Programs |

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Mon, Feb 16, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 250 Years of Elgin exhibit. This engaging exhibit highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Elgin into the culturally vibrant city it is today.

Mon, Feb 16, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Project 2-3-1 is an exhibit based on the local documentary that tells the history of African Americans in Elgin.

Mon, Feb 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Fun art projects for little artists. Please wear appropriate clothing.
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Mon, Feb 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Story Room
Stop by and make fun crafts to take home. All materials supplied. Best for children age 3 and up. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Mon, Feb 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Everyone is welcome to come watch and listen. February 2 - Fences (2016) February 9 - Selma (2014) February 16 - Princess and the Frog (2009) February 23 - Harriet (2019)

Mon, Feb 16, 11:30am - 4:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms BC
Come sew with fellow Singer Featherweight machine users, make new friends, learn new tips and tricks. Please bring your own machine and supplies. Ideas & suggestions offered Registration Recommended

Mon, Feb 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Play the video game Hollow Knight, make Hollow Knight fan merch, and chat with fellow gamers! Registration encouraged, but not required. Drop ins are welcome.

Mon, Feb 16, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
3 Times Square Rd, Elgin, IL 60120

Mon, Feb 16, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Behind Elevators
Join fellow chess players of all ages and skill levels on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month for this open play program! Chess sets will be provided.

Mon, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
The Contemporary Book Group meets monthly to discuss current books in assorted genres. Meetings are held the third Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Grove Room at the Main Library.

Mon, Feb 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit and design. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Tue, Feb 17, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 250 Years of Elgin exhibit. This engaging exhibit highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Elgin into the culturally vibrant city it is today.

Tue, Feb 17, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Project 2-3-1 is an exhibit based on the local documentary that tells the history of African Americans in Elgin.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.

Tue, Feb 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how you can save money on streaming services, apps, programs, and phone plan subscriptions!
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Tue, Feb 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Registration not required.

Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Rotunda
Illinois State Toll Highway Authority will be available to offer their services. I-PASS Assist Education/Enrollment, Free I-PASS Sticker Tags, and  Account Services.

Tue, Feb 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library
Complete a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or one of our community outreach initiatives. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
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Tue, Feb 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Esta serie cubrirá las preguntas cívicas en preparación para el examen de ciudadanía. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Laura Lopez de YWCA Elgin (331) 442-2036. Presentado en español.

Tue, Feb 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Complete a hands-on volunteer project that benefits the library or one of our community outreach initiatives. Teen volunteers must complete the teen volunteer orientation before participating.
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Tue, Feb 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Grove 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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Tue, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Founded after the 1980 Winter Games, the Lake Placid Olympic Museum preserves Olympic history and will share stories from its collection in celebration of the 2026 Winter Olympics. Please Register
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