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The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with TJ Klune

Award-winning author of The House in the Cerulean Sea

2025-01-15 19:00:00 2025-01-15 20:00:00 America/New_York The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with TJ Klune Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.  Virtual -

Wednesday, January 15
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-15 19:00:00 2025-01-15 20:00:00 America/New_York The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with TJ Klune Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.  Virtual -

Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea. 

Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea

If you’re new to the Cerulean Chronicles, that’s okay! Let us lay the groundwork. Klune’s The House in the Cerulean Sea introduces us to Linus Baker. A by-the-book caseworker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. He's tasked with determining whether six dangerous magical children are likely to bring about the end of the world. Arthur Parnassus is the master of the orphanage. He would do anything to keep the children safe, even if it means the world will burn. And his secrets will come to light. The House in the Cerulean Sea is an enchanting love story, masterfully told, about the profound experience of discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place―and realizing that family is yours.

Klune’s most recent book in the Cerulean Chronicles, Somewhere Beyond the Sea, welcomes us back for Arthur’s story. 

Arthur Parnassus lives a good life built on the ashes of a bad one. He’s the headmaster of a strange orphanage on a distant and peculiar island, and he hopes to soon be the adoptive father to the six dangerous and magical children who live there. Arthur works hard and loves with his whole heart so none of the children ever feel the neglect and pain that he once felt as an orphan on that very same island so long ago. He is not alone: joining him is the love of his life, Linus Baker, a former caseworker in the Department in Charge of Magical Youth. Together, they will do anything to protect the children. But when Arthur is summoned to make a public statement about his dark past, he finds himself at the helm of a fight for the future that his family, and all magical people, deserve.

Somewhere Beyond the Sea is a story of resistance, lovingly told, about the daunting experience of fighting for the life you want to live and doing the work to keep it.

About the Author: TJ KLUNE is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling, Lambda Literary Award-winning author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, The Extraordinaries, and more. Being queer himself, Klune believes it's important—now more than ever—to have accurate, positive queer representation in stories.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Lecture | Author event |

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Mon, Dec 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Monthly meeting on the fourth Monday of the month. Books are available to pick up at the Service Desk; newcomers are always welcome.

Sat, Dec 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Work with your family to recreate LEGO® designs!

Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Making fun crafts to ring in the new year!

Mon, Jan 06, 3:30pm - 4:20pm
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Read aloud to your favorite four-legged friend, Cadence!

Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Registration opens Monday, December 23 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Tue, Jan 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Teens, kick off the New Year by creating your very own intention bracelet and journal in this workshop! 

Wed, Jan 08, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
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Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Join us for a fun collection of stories, songs, and fingerplays geared for children ages 3-6.

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An orientation for new volunteers with Assistant Director Mary Bell.

Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Build creativity and literacy skills with Ms. Jen!

Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Families are invited to join us for Saturday morning stories!

Mon, Jan 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Mon, Jan 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Celebrate Rubber Duck Day with an evening storytime!

Mon, Jan 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Author & journalist Randi Minetor who, with her husband Nic, have visited 354 National Parks! All of their travels have inspired one of Randi's books, "The Complete Language Of Birds."
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Tue, Jan 14, 9:30am - 10:30am
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Tue, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilbraham Public Library
The monthly meeting of the Wilbraham Friends of the Library.

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea. 
Register

Wed, Jan 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
A monthly book discussion facilitated by Assistant Director Mary Bell. Newcomers are always welcome!

Thu, Jan 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Join us for a fun collection of stories, songs, and fingerplays geared for children ages 3-6.

Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Build creativity and literacy skills with Ms. Jen!

Fri, Jan 17, 1:30pm - 3:15pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Join us for "Inside Out 2", free pizza, and more!