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Chemistry's Not Just a Class: Rom-Coms and the Tension Code

Romance-Con | Presented by Toledo Library

2024-11-02 11:15:00 2024-11-02 12:00:00 America/New_York Chemistry's Not Just a Class: Rom-Coms and the Tension Code A panel of rom-com writers will share their secrets for creating romances that would make even Meg Ryan say, "I'll have what she's having." Main Library - Meeting Room 1 (Large Glass)

Saturday, November 02
11:15am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-02 11:15:00 2024-11-02 12:00:00 America/New_York Chemistry's Not Just a Class: Rom-Coms and the Tension Code A panel of rom-com writers will share their secrets for creating romances that would make even Meg Ryan say, "I'll have what she's having." Main Library - Meeting Room 1 (Large Glass)

Main Library

Meeting Room 1 (Large Glass)

A panel of rom-com writers will share their secrets for creating romances that would make even Meg Ryan say, "I'll have what she's having."

At each program, authors will speak, followed by a question and answer session. This event is free, and tickets are not required.  For other Romance-Con events and offerings, visit toledolibrary.org/romance-con.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Kelly Kay is the author of the book Keep Paris. For more information about this author please visit kellykayromance.com.

Neely Tubati Alexander is the author of the book In a Not So Perfect World. For more information about this author please visit instagram.com/neelyalexanderwrites.

Ellie Palmer is the author of the book Four Weekends and a Funeral.  For more information about this author please visit elliepalmerwrites.com.

Rochelle Bradley is the author of the book The 24 Hour Bet.  For more information about this author please visit rochellebradley.com

ABOUT THE MODERATOR

Amy Hartman has been a librarian for 30 years and is the Adult Materials Collection Development Specialist for the Toledo Lucas County Public Library. She is an active Buddhist practitioner, passionate about reader’s advisory, and outraged at the lack of stylish footwear for her oversized feet. 

Sensory Considerations: This program will use artificial lighting.  All speakers will use microphones.

Accessibility Details: Located on the first floor, accessed by elevator and/or stairs. All doors will feature an automatic function or be propped open prior to program start. Tile or low pile carpet throughout the building. Limited free parking is available in the attached garage. 

Please call Public Services at 419-259-5293 to request an accommodation at least two weeks prior to the program date. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Performances/Special Events |

TAGS: | romancecon |

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Sat, Nov 02, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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Sat, Nov 02, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
The Fred H. McDonald Community Room (Capacity : 30)

Sat, Nov 02, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
McMaster Center and Lobby
This event is full

Sat, Nov 02, 1:45pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (Minimum 15 Attendees, Capacity 48)

Sat, Nov 02, 1:45pm - 2:30pm
The Fred H. McDonald Community Room (Capacity : 30)

Sat, Nov 02, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 2 (Minimum 15 Attendees, Capacity 48)

Sat, Nov 02, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Small Business and Nonprofit Workspace

Sat, Nov 02, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
McMaster Center and Lobby
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Creativity Lab (Children's Library)