Meeting Rooms Closed for Renovations

The library's meeting rooms will be closed for upgrades to the audio-visual system from December 18-January 31, 2026. The rooms will not be available for bookings during this time.

An Evening with Jane Hamilton and Elizabeth Berg

Program Type:

Author Event

Age Group:

Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on January 7, 2026 @ 9:00am.

Program Description

Event Details

Join us for a special literary event featuring beloved authors Jane Hamilton and Elizabeth Berg, two master storytellers known for their deeply human characters, emotional insight, and beautifully crafted prose. Both writers illuminate the extraordinary in everyday life, exploring love, loss, resilience, and the quiet triumphs that shape us. In conversation, Hamilton and Berg will reflect on their shared Midwestern roots, their approaches to character and voice, and offer sneak previews on what comes next. 

Read Between the Lynes will have books available for purchase and signing. 

This program is led by McHenry County Libraries- Let’s All Read Together a coalition of McHenry County public libraries.

 

 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Notice

The Woodstock Public Library is committed to providing a high level of service to all library patrons. Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to access the benefits of the Library's services, programs, or activities under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the library at 815.338-0542 or email library@woodstockil.gov not less than five (5) working days before the program.

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