Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.

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

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 |

TAGS: | |

Virtual

Phone: 847-742-2411

Hours
Skip Open Hours widget

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 9:00PM

Mon, Nov 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 15 12:00PM to 5:00PM

About the Branch

Programs presented virtually through FB, Zoom, YouTube, and other online sources.

Upcoming Events

Skip My new widget widget
Thu, Nov 12, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.

Thu, Nov 12, 9:15am - 9:45am
Main Library - Meadows Community Rooms ABC
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6. Registration required.

Thu, Nov 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.

Cancelled
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.

Thu, Nov 12, 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.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
¡Acompáñanos / Join us for a fun 30-minute bilingual storytime ! Meet new friends, enjoy books, sing songs, and have fun with rhymes and activities.

Thu, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Join chef Pyet DeSpain, winner of Next Level Chef, for a vibrant culinary journey through Rooted in Fire and the Native American and Mexican foodways that inspire it. Please register.
Register

Thu, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Grove Room
A Men's Shed is a place geared toward older men to gather, make new friendships while working on projects, learning new skills and hobbies, and giving back to the community. All are welcome.

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meadows Community Room C
Join us as we make a craft which will be distributed in our monthly activity kits to our care communities. This session will be held in Community Room C.

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Grab a pencil & some art supplies to draw and write your way to a great story! November is Family Stories Month, so we'll write about our family memories in a paper bag book. Registration required.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Join local artists as they share some of their favorite works of art and the inspiration behind them. Then, create your own special artwork.

Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
Pam Otto & Valerie Blaine share practical ways to keep fallen leaves in your yard while working within municipal & HOA rules to create habitat for overwintering insects & wildlife. Please register.

Fri, Nov 13, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Sally Lee Fox & Eagle Rooms
Families are invited to share stories, rhymes and musical activities together in this interactive bilingual storytime. For ages 0-6 with an adult caregiver. No registration required.

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Elgin Branch
Second Fridays, join us at Wits Workout which combines intellectually stimulating exercises, social interaction, and education about brain health in a friendly, engaging, and FUN way! Please register

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
1300 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123

Fri, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Elgin Branch
Visit the South Elgin Branch Hoffer Room for Teen Night, bring your friends to have a great time or come make new ones! Join us for haunted Friday the 13th gaming, have a blast of teamwork and fun.