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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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March is Women's History Month - 250 Years of Impactful Women in Illinois
Thu, Mar 12, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
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Thu, Mar 12, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Main Library
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Thu, Mar 12, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library
Open to all eligible voters in Kane County. Please see long description for dates/times. Voting and registration is located on 2nd floor of Main Library.
Baby Rhyme Time - For ages 0-11 months
Thu, Mar 12, 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.
Device Advice
Thu, Mar 12, 9:30am - 11:30am
Main Library - Computer Training Room
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.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-6
Thu, Mar 12, 9:45am - 10:15am
Main Library - Story Room - North
Calling all preschoolers! This storytime features stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 3-6.
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Piano Performance - Steve Yoder
Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Lobby - Piano
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Story Mix for Birth-6
Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Story Room - South
Join us for an interactive storytime! Best for kids birth-6 years with an adult caregiver. All ages are welcome. Registration required for all March Story Mix programs.
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Spring Crafting
Thu, Mar 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Hoffer Meeting Room
Get ready for Spring! Learn to make crepe paper flowers, a shamrock craft, and paint the Northern Lights.
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Elgin Men's Shed
Thu, Mar 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.
Tech Mobile Stop: Coleman Elementary School
Thu, Mar 12, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services - Sprinter
Please find us on the corner of Sherwood Ave and Oakhill Rd. Elgin IL 60120.
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Free Tax Preparation
Thu, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library
Free tax preparation for individuals & families who qualify for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Asistencia gratuita con preparación de impuestos sin cita.
World War II Women Spies: - A Celebration of Women's History Month
Thu, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Elgin Room
March is Women's History Month! To observe this special time, Author Kit Sergeant shares the extraordinary stories of two real-life heroines of World War II.
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Kane County Early Voting & Registration
Fri, Mar 13, 9:00am - 7:00pm
Main Library
Open to all eligible voters in Kane County. Please see long description for dates/times. Voting and registration is located on 2nd floor of Main Library.
Celebrate 250: Years of Elgin - A Commemorative Exhibit
Fri, Mar 13, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with the 250 Years of Elgin exhibit. This engaging exhibit highlights the pivotal moments that shaped Elgin into the culturally vibrant city it is today.
March is Women's History Month - 250 Years of Impactful Women in Illinois
Fri, Mar 13, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
Discover some of the incredible women who have played a vital role throughout Illinois history.
Baby & Me Storytime - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, Mar 13, 9:45am - 10:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, and gentle stories with your baby while learning early literacy tips you can use at home.
Learn Through Play with U-46 Parents as Teachers - For ages 0-3
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Story Room
Just the basics; join members of the School District U-46 home visiting team to learn, play and explore through our five senses. This program is designed for children 0-3 years and their caregivers.
Wit's Workout
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room
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
Tech Mobile Stop: Century Oaks Park
Fri, Mar 13, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
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