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The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply

with David Brooks
2026-01-13 13:00:00 2026-01-13 14:00:00 America/Chicago The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, <i>How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply</i>. Please register. Virtual -

Tuesday, January 13
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-13 13:00:00 2026-01-13 14:00:00 America/Chicago The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, <i>How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply</i>. Please register. Virtual -

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply. Please register.

David Brooks' book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, helps us pose essential questions: If you want to know a person, what kind of attention should you cast on them? What kind of conversations should you have? What parts of a person’s story should you pay attention to?

Driven by his trademark sense of curiosity and determination to grow as a person, Brooks draws from the fields of psychology and neuroscience and the worlds of theater, philosophy, history, and education to present a welcoming, hopeful, integrated approach to human connection. How to Know a Person helps readers become more understanding and considerate toward others, and to find the joy that comes from being seen. Along the way it offers a possible remedy for a society that is riven by fragmentation, hostility, and misperception.

The act of seeing another person, Brooks argues, is profoundly creative: How can we look somebody in the eye and see something large in them and, in turn, see something larger in ourselves? How to Know a Person is for anyone searching for connection, and yearning to be understood.

Register now to take part in a riveting and timeless conversation on how to connect with people from all walks of life, and why doing so is paramount to our individual and communal growth.


About the Author: David Brooks is one of the nation’s leading writers and commentators. He is an op-ed columnist for The New York Times, a writer for The Atlantic, and appears regularly on PBS Newshour. He is the bestselling author of The Second Mountain, The Road to Character, The Social Animal, Bobos in Paradise, and On Paradise Drive.

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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Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Mon, Jan 12, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
Monday Movies - No Shushing Event
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Everyone is welcome to come watch and listen.
Story Mix for Birth-6
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Drop-in!
Elgin Genealogical Society Writers' Group
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Conference Room
A special interest group that encourages and assists with writing family stories and histories. Participants share their stories for help with ideas, clarification, and resources.
Armchair Generals - The Election of 1860: Lincoln Wasn't Supposed to Win
Mon, Jan 12, 11:15am - 1:15pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Civil War-era discussion group. Meets 2nd week of the month. No registration.
Spanish Café / Conversation Group - Café en Español / Grupo de Conversación
Mon, Jan 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room B
Come, learn and practice Spanish! Intermediate level participants will practice conversations in Spanish by doing activities in the library or visiting places in the community.
Videoconferencing Basics
Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to create an account on a popular video conferencing platform (Zoom) and build confidence when using features of the platform in an online meeting.
Registration is now closed
League of Women Voters Candidates Forum
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Opportunity to meet candidates running for Kane County Offices. Presented by League of Women Voters Elgin Area (LWV) Please Register
Crochet Club
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Grove Room
Get hooked on crocheting! Bring a project to work on. All skill levels welcome. Please Register
Great Books Discussion Group - HYBRID - Go Tell It on the Mountain by James Baldwin
Mon, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room,Info Serv - Zoom
Co-sponsored by the American Association of University Women Elgin Area Branch. Clock on the event title for a list of assigned books. Facilitated by Barbara Njus and Gail Cohen. Please Register.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Tue, Jan 13, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Calling all babies! Join us for singing, clapping, and simple stories at this program. Best for little ones 0-11 months with a parent or caregiver.
Cook County Commissioner - Satellite Office Hours
Tue, Jan 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Rotunda
Get assistance and learn about resources which the Cook County Commissioner's office has to offer.
1, 2, 3 Go!
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive storytime. For ages 1-3 with an adult caregiver. Drop-in program! No registration required.
Bounce & Rhyme Storytime - Ages 0-3
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Small Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
This event is full
Piano Performance - Vito Scalia
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Windows 11 Intermediate
Tue, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn how to install/uninstall programs and apps, change settings, use the task manager, and control updates in Windows 11.
Tech Mobile Stop: Hanover Landing
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Mobile Services
711 E Chicago Street, Elgin IL 60120
The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply - with David Brooks
Tue, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply. Please register.
Register
Book Bites - VIRTUAL for Grades 2-5 on ZOOM
Tue, Jan 13, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Virtual - Kidspace - Zoom
Nothing pairs better with an afternoon snack than a great book! Grab a snack & a book you enjoyed & join Ms. Carrie for a ZOOM book chat. We'll share book "bites" & add new titles to our TBR lists.
Elgin Area Memory Cafe'
Tue, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In The Community
Those with dementia and their care partners are invited for a social event and resources at South Elgin Public Works Building, 1000 Bowes Rd. RSVP 847-289-5848.
K-Pop Afternoon for Grades 6-12
Tue, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Are you a fan of BTS, Blackpink, Enhypen, or other K-pop groups? Enjoy your favorite K-pop songs while you make buttons, shrink-plastic charms, and other crafts. Come solo or invite a friend!
Creativity Corner: New Year's Salt Painting- Grades: 1-5 - South Elgin Branch
Tue, Jan 13, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Let's celebrate the New Year with this fun craft using salt and watercolors to create magic! Register to join.
This event is full
Clases de Ciudadanía en español - Spanish Citizenship classes
Tue, Jan 13, 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.
League of Women Voters Candidates Forum
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms AB
Opportunity to meet candidates running for Kane County Offices. Presented by League of Women Voters Elgin Area (LWV) Please Register
Grupo de Conversación en Inglés en línea o en la Biblioteca - English Conversation Group -Main Library and Zoom
Tue, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Conference 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
Registration is now closed
Library Board Meeting
Tue, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board which is generally held on the second Tuesday of the month.
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