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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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Main Library
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Tue, Jun 16, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room
Caregivers and babies are invited to join us for play and exploration that supports connection and early learning. Registration required
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Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.

Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
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Tue, Jun 16, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
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Tue, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations.

Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Studio 270
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Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Grove 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, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Calling all Pokémon fans, from beginners to experienced! Let's explore and have fun with Pokémon together! Registration required.
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Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
Southwicke Dr. & Monarch Dr. Streamwood

Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Grove 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, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
63 S Channing St, Elgin, IL 60120

Tue, Jun 16, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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132 Buckskin Ln. Streamwood

Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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5400 McDonough Rd. Hoffman Estates

Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Run, cheer, fly! Kids and dads (or favorite grown-ups) team up for outdoor action! Play fun games, share big laughs, and take on a mini drone mission in this action-packed challenge. Ages 7 and up

Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
In this series, learn how to use Microsoft Excel to manipulate, format, and organize numbers and other types of data. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
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Wed, Jun 17, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
Explore our changing planet through a different lens, immerse yourself in incredible ecosystems and learn how the smallest of actions can have a big impact on our natural world.

Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Bring your little ones for a fun and engaging storytime! Enjoy simple stories, songs, rhymes, and movement that support early language development. Best for ages 0-3 years old with an adult caregiver.
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Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Enjoy an interactive storytime with your child that includes books, songs, music, and movement. For ages birth - age 2 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.

Wed, Jun 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for a fun preschool storytime filled with stories, songs and movement! This program helps build early literacy skills while encouraging listening and social development. Best for ages 3-5.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this open-ended playtime encourages imagination and fun on our KidSpace outdoor patio. Drop in and play—weather permitting!

Wed, Jun 17, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Drop by for some outdoor fun climbing through a 71 foot inflatable and other fun yard games! We can't wait to see you!

Wed, Jun 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
Lords Park, Elgin, IL 60120

Wed, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Create artwork inspired by the outdoors using natural materials and organic textures. Grades K-5. Registration required.
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Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Personalize a canvas bag by decorating it with paint, Sharpies, or iron-on vinyl.
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Wed, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
South Elgin Branch
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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Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
510 Franklin Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120

Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
1769 Newbridge Cir. Elgin

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services
355 Dupage St, Elgin, IL 60120

Wed, Jun 17, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
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Ann St. South Elgin

Wed, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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Deer Pointe Dr. & Richmond Cir. South Elgin

Wed, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Lawn
Come jump on the bouncy 71 foot obstacle course, hoola hoop, play Jenga, or giant Connect Four on the lawn! Plan a friends night out because this is for adults ONLY!

Wed, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk, followed by the book discussion at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.

Wed, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to create and manage spreadsheet data using Google Sheets. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.