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Wordsmith and Wonder

An Author Talk with Jodi Picoult
2025-04-02 18:00:00 2025-04-02 19:00:00 America/Chicago Wordsmith and Wonder Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Please Register Virtual -

Wednesday, April 02
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-02 18:00:00 2025-04-02 19:00:00 America/Chicago Wordsmith and Wonder Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Please Register Virtual -

Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Please Register

Told in intertwining narratives, By Any Other Name is a sweeping tale of ambition, courage, and desire that asks what price each woman is willing to pay to see their work live on—even if it means they will be forgotten.

About the Author: 

Jodi Picoult is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-nine novels, including By Any Other Name, Mad Honey (co-authored with Jennifer Finney Boylan), Wish You Were Here, The Book of Two Ways, A Spark of Light, Small Great Things, Leaving Time, and My Sister’s Keeper, and, with daughter Samantha van Leer, two young adult novels, Between the Lines and Off the Page. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband.

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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Upcoming Events

Bookmobile Stop: South Elgin
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop in Freshway parking lot
Vivir con Vitalidad: fortaleciendo a nuestros mayores - Hispanic Services Outreach at Oak St. Health
Wed, Apr 02, 11:30am - 1:00pm
In The Community
Un programa diseñado especialmente para adultos mayores de la comunidad hispana, con el objetivo de promover la socialización a través de una variedad de actividades.
Elgin Symphony Orchestra Listeners Club
Wed, Apr 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Music Director Chad Goodman & ESO Violinist Robbie Herbst will lead discussions about upcoming ESO concerts, repertoire, guest artists, special events and other Symphony-related topics. Register
Bookmobile Stop: Willow Lake Estates
Wed, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Willow Lakes Estates – club house – 161 W. River Road – Elgin 60123 – 2:00-2:45
Bookmobile Stop: Highbury Drive
Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Highbury Dr., east of Waverly – Elgin 60120 – 3:00-3:45
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Well Child Center
Wed, Apr 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Well Child Center - 620 Wing St, Elgin, IL 60123
Bookmobile Stop: Woodview Circle
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Mobile Services
Bookmobile stop: Woodview Circle – corner of Woodview Cr. & Chicago St., Elgin 60120 – 4:00-4:45
Creativity Corner: Perlers & Potions - Grades: 1-5 - Rakow Branch
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
Spring Break fun continues with this fun activity! Register to join us making a cute Perler bead creation while sipping on a special potion!
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Small Business Workshop: Scaling Your Business - Taller para Empresas Pequeñas: Escalando su Negocio
Wed, Apr 02, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Do you own a small business and want to take it to the next level? Join us for a special workshop! Registration not required. El taller también se impartirá en español. No es necesario registrarse.
Wordsmith and Wonder - An Author Talk with Jodi Picoult
Wed, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Step into Spring with us as we chat with the highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult about her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Please Register
Register
Walking Book Club - The Briar Club by Kate Quinn
Wed, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
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.
MS Excel Series
Wed, Apr 02, 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.
Registration is now closed
Device Advice
Thu, Apr 03, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Computer Cafe
Get help with common tech issues like Microsoft Office, using a tablet, hotspots, syncing email with your phone, downloading content, and more. Drop in for personalized assistance at your library.
Meet Elgin Symphony Orchestra's Guest Artist - Samuel Vargas
Thu, Apr 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Enjoy live music and discussion of the upcoming ESO concerts, and Venezuela's music education program, El Sistema.
See a Juggler!  Be a Juggler!  
Thu, Apr 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
This program includes a high-energy, fast-paced comedy juggling & variety show for all ages.  
A Wicked Good Time for Grades 7-12
Thu, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Drop in to watch the movie Wicked! We'll have candy, some wickedly-cool buttons, and other DIY crafts.
TechKnow Mobile Stop: Smart Wash Lavanderia
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
425 Dundee Ave. – Elgin 60120
Free Tax Preparation
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Free tax preparation for individuals & families who qualify for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
The Quiet Hero Bridge to Freedom
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Discover the extraordinary story of The Quiet Hero and the timeless values of bravery, resilience, and selflessness it embodies. Understand the legacy of sharing your story! Please register
Grupo de Conversación para la Ciudadanía en inglés - En la biblioteca
Thu, Apr 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Usando material de USCIS que incluye preguntas de educación cívica, el formulario de solicitud y otros requisitos para la entrevista de ciudadanía.
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The 1906-1910 Cubs Dynasty presentation - Author talk with Gary Santella
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rakow Branch
It's almost Opening Day at Wrigley Field! Come hear a spirited overview of The 1906-1910 Cubs Dynasty: Rowdy Times and Rugged Men in Cutthroat Chicago. Gary covers some of Chicago's greatest history.
Google Tools: Photos
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to backup, store, and share photos with family and friends using Google Photos. Sponsored by Comcast Internet Essentials.
Writers on the Fox
Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
This writer's peer group will inspire and motivate you using prompts and exercises for creative writing. Writers of all genres are welcome to participate. Please Register.
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