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Surviving the Summer

with The Last Kids on Earth and Max Brallier

2024-07-16 13:00:00 2024-07-16 14:00:00 America/Chicago Surviving the Summer Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both a book series & Netflix animated series. (3rd-6th Grade) Virtual -

Tuesday, July 16
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-16 13:00:00 2024-07-16 14:00:00 America/Chicago Surviving the Summer Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both a book series & Netflix animated series. (3rd-6th Grade) Virtual -

Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both a book series & Netflix animated series. (3rd-6th Grade)

In this virtual event, Max will share how he came up with the different monsters and villains as well as the unique ways that Jack and his friends figure out to defeat them.

Ever since the monster apocalypse hit town, average thirteen year old Jack Sullivan has been living in his tree house, which he’s armed to the teeth with catapults and a moat, not to mention video games and an endless supply of Oreos and Mountain Dew scavenged from abandoned stores. But Jack alone is no match for the hordes of Zombies and Winged Wretches and Vine Thingies, and especially not for the eerily intelligent monster known only as Blarg. So Jack builds a team: his dorky best friend, Quint; the reformed middle school bully, Dirk; Jack’s loyal pet monster, Rover; and Jack’s crush, June. With their help, Jack is going to slay Blarg, achieve the ultimate Feat of Apocalyptic Success, and be average no longer! Can he do it?


About the Author: Max Brallier is the New York Times bestselling author of more than fifty books, including the middle-grade series, The Last Kids on Earth. Under the pen name Jack Chabert, Max is the creator and author of the Eerie Elementary series and author of the New York Times bestselling graphic novel Poptropica: Mystery of the Map. He has also written books for properties including LEGO, Adventure Time, Regular Show, Steven Universe, and Uncle Grandpa. Max has written for adults as well, including the pick-your-own-path series Can YOU Survive the Zombie Apocalypse? and an entry in the zombie anthology Nights of the Living Dead. Max lives in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter.

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 | Elementary School | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual |

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Phone: 847-742-2411

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Tue, Apr 07, 8:30am - 9:15am
Mobile Services
Tech Mobile Stop: Food For Greater Elgin – 1553 Commerce Dr.- Elgin 60123

Tue, Apr 07, 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.

Tue, Apr 07, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Grove Room
Semi-monthly meeting of the Elgin Genealogical Society. No registration required.

Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Tue, Apr 07, 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. *Registration Required
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Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
New to computers or need a refresher on how to get started? Learn how to use the mouse and keyboard, pick up basic computer skills and browse the internet in this series. Sponsored by Comcast.
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Tue, Apr 07, 10:45am - 11:15am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Large Exhibit Area
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.

Tue, Apr 07, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Main Library - 2nd Floor - Genealogy
Receive one-on-one genealogy assistance from Elgin Genealogical Society volunteers.

Tue, Apr 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Drop in for a consultation with a Career Coach from workNet Batavia! Registration not required.

Tue, Apr 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Clubhouse off Amanda Circle

Tue, Apr 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
104 S State St. Elgin

Tue, Apr 07, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations.
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Tue, Apr 07, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
111 N. Channing St. Elgin

Tue, Apr 07, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Adding a bath bomb to your bath can make it so fun! The fizzing can add relaxing, exfoliating, moisturizing, cleansing or therapeutic elements and create a delightful sensory experience. Register.
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Tue, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 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, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Melrose Ave. & South St. Elgin

Wed, Apr 08, 9:15am - 9:35am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver. Registration required.
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Wed, Apr 08, 9:30am - 10:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs in this interactive Storytime.
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Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Story Room - North
This engaging storytime will include short stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and music movement activities with a parent or caregiver.
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Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Rotunda
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi’s staff will be available to discuss and assist with federal issues you and your family are facing.

Wed, Apr 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Preschoolers will enjoy stories, songs, and activities.

Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Learn about common viruses, email and Internet safety, firewalls, and other security features and practices in this class.

Wed, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Mobile Services
899 Jay St, Elgin, IL 60120

Wed, Apr 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Music Director Chad Goodman will lead discussions about upcoming ESO concerts, repertoire, guest artists, special events and other Symphony-related topics. Please register.

Wed, Apr 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
373 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120

Wed, Apr 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Mobile Services
161 W River Rd. Elgin

Wed, Apr 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Teen volunteers will use looms to knit hats and scarves for those in need. Training will be provided from 4:00–4:30 PM. For teens in grades 6-12 who have completed a Teen Volunteer Orientation.
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Wed, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Join us for this practical small business workshop. Registration not required. El taller también se impartirá en español. No es necesario registrarse.

Wed, Apr 08, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Mobile Services
Clifford Ave. Elgin

Wed, Apr 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Studio 270
Come talk about what you are currently listening to! Pizza will be provided. Please register

Wed, Apr 08, 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.

Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Mobile Services
Wing St. Elgin - Front Lot

Wed, Apr 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
The Walking Book Club meets weekly on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm to walk. The book discussion is held on the last Wednesday of the month at 7:45 pm at the Main Library.