Dates:
Sat, Dec 19, 2026, 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
Join the Uptown Branch Adult Book Club for a discussion of Lesser Ruins by Mark Haber. Bereft after the death of his wife, a retired professor has resumed his life's work—a book that will stand as a towering cathedral to Michel de Montaigne, reframing the inventor of the essay for the modern age. The challenge is the litany of intrusions that bar his way—from memories of his past to the nattering of smartphones to his son's relentless desire to make an electronic dance album. A limited number of copies of this title will be available for checkout after the monthly Adult Book Club meeting on 11/21/26 at the Circulation Desk or place a hold. How to Attend This event is available in person or online. Attend in person at the Uptown Branch 929 W. Buena Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613 Attend online via Zoom Please contact Denise Reiter at dreiter@chipublib.org for a Zoom link. Only one registration per household is needed. You’ll receive an email with a link to the secure Zoom meeting about 24 hours before the meeting. Automatic transcription is included in all CPL events using Zoom. Questions about attending online events? Check out our Events FAQs . Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.
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