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Novelist Jennifer Weiner & the Dreams We Chase

2025-03-26 19:00:00 2025-03-26 20:00:00 America/New_York Novelist Jennifer Weiner & the Dreams We Chase Bestselling author Jennifer Weiner chats about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspiring readers toward self-discovery for decades. Virtual -

Wednesday, March 26
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-26 19:00:00 2025-03-26 20:00:00 America/New_York Novelist Jennifer Weiner & the Dreams We Chase Bestselling author Jennifer Weiner chats about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspiring readers toward self-discovery for decades. Virtual -

Bestselling author Jennifer Weiner chats about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspiring readers toward self-discovery for decades.

You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner as we chat about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspiring readers toward self-discovery for decades. Hearing from the queen of fun herself, we’ll chat with the author about her New York Times bestselling novels, Good In Bed, In Her Shoes, Big Summer, The Breakaway and many more. 

Additionally, in a special preview, Weiner will briefly discuss her forthcoming novel (due out on April 8, 2025) The Griffin Sister’s Greatest Hits. Set in the world of pop music, The Griffin Sister’s Greatest Hits is about sisters, motherhood, young love, and the dreams we chase.

Sisters Cassie and Zoe Grossberg were born just a year apart but could not have been more different. Zoe, blessed with charm and beauty, yearned for fame from the moment she could sing into a hairbrush. Cassie was a musical prodigy who never felt at home in her own skin and preferred the safety of the shadows.

On the brink of adulthood in the early 2000s, destiny intervened, catapulting the sisters into the spotlight as the pop sensation the Griffin Sisters, hitting all the touchstones of early aughts fame—SNL, MTV, Rolling Stone magazine—along the way.

But after a whirlwind year in the public eye, the band abruptly broke up.

Two decades later, Zoe’s a housewife; Cassie’s off the grid. The sisters aren’t speaking, and the real reason for the Griffin Sisters’ breakup is still a mystery. Zoe’s teenage daughter, Cherry, who’s determined to be a star in spite of Zoe’s warnings, is on a quest to learn the truth about what happened to the band all those years ago.

As secrets emerge, all three women must face the consequences of their choices: the ones they made and the ones the music industry made for them. Can they forgive each other—and themselves? And will the Griffin Sisters ever make music again? Register now for what will most certainly be a dazzling conversation! 

About the Author: Jennifer Weiner is a #1 New York Times bestselling author whose books have spent over five years on the New York Times bestseller list, with more than 11 million copies in print in 36 countries. She is the author of the novels Good in Bed (2001) and In Her Shoes (2002), which was turned into a major motion picture starring Cameron Diaz, Toni Collette and Shirley MacLaine. And the author of That Summer (2021); The Breakaway (2024); and The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits (forthcoming 2025) . She is also the author of The Littlest Bigfoot middle-grade trilogy, Her nonfiction collection Hungry Heart: Adventures in Life, Love, and Writing (2016), was a finalist for the PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay.

 
 
 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Lecture | Author event |

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The annual book Sale of the Wilbraham Friends of the Library.

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The annual book Sale of the Wilbraham Friends of the Library.

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With a box full of classic films and musical scores, pianist Richard Hughes adds a third dimension of mood music to the very best films of the Golden Age of Silent Movies.

Mon, May 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Author Heather Wolf discusses how to find migrating birds and witness their fascinating behaviors, as well as cue into birds that will be breeding and raising young in your area.
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Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

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The daytime monthly book discussion group facilitated by Library Director Karen Ball. New members always welcome!

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Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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Learn how to search Ancestry Library Edition to find more information about your family history in this hands-on program.
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Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller, Julie Chan is Dead. 
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Thu, May 15, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
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May book selection - Geronimo Stilton Graphic Novel The Sewer Rat Stink by Tom Angleberger
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Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Social-emotional skill building!
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Sat, May 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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WFOL will sell plants outside the library.

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Travel expert Matt Davis will discuss why people choose to live in risky places, as well as natural disasters and their economic impacts, social disruption, and effects on our infrastructure.

Tue, May 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees.

Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Judy Blume's books have garnered fans of all ages & sold tens of millions of copies. In The Genius of Judy, author Rachelle Bergstein takes an expansive look at Blume’s life, work, & cultural impact.
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Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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A monthly book discussion facilitated by Assistant Director Mary Bell. Newcomers are always welcome!

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Social-emotional skill building!
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Tue, May 27, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Tue, May 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Castle Nitor will teach a fun lesson on German Long Sword to teens.

Wed, May 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Led by Jessica Magill For questions, contact Jessica: jessicammagill@hotmail.com

Fri, May 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Social-emotional skill building!
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Sat, May 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Bubbles, bubbles, and more bubbles!

Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Monthly meeting on the fourth Monday of the month. Books are available to pick up at the Service Desk; new comers are always welcome.

Tue, Jun 03, 9:30am - 10:30am
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Tue, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
The daytime monthly book discussion group facilitated by Library Director Karen Ball. New members always welcome!

Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book, Extinctopedia: Discover what we have lost, what is at risk, and how we can preserve the diversity of our fragile planet.
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Wed, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Wilbraham Public Library - Brooks Room
Meets the first Wednesday of every other month. Participants will make and share dishes from the month’s selected cookbook. (Please sign up for the Cookbook Club by Monday, June 2nd. Thank you!)

Thu, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Author Alexis Prescott will discuss her recent release, The First Witches: Women of Power in the Classical World, a book which provides a readable overview of how the Western witch originated.
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Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Build creativity and literacy skills with Ms. Jen!