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Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz

Thrill of Writing Action, Adventure, and Suspense

2025-04-24 19:00:00 2025-04-24 20:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz Do you love action-packed adventure? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series Virtual: Library Speakers Consortium -

Thursday, April 24
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-24 19:00:00 2025-04-24 20:00:00 America/New_York Author Talk: Gregg Hurwitz Do you love action-packed adventure? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series Virtual: Library Speakers Consortium -

Do you love action-packed adventure? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series

Do you love action-packed adventure? Are you ready for the thrill? You’re invited to a riveting conversation with New York Times bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz as he chats with us about his Orphan X series and his life as a writer of suspenseful storytelling.

Orphan X, the series opener, introduces the world to the Nowhere Man. He is a legendary figure spoken about only in whispers. It’s said that when he’s reached by the truly desperate and deserving, the Nowhere Man can and will do anything to protect and save them.

But he’s not merely a legend.

Evan Smoak is a man with skills, resources, and a personal mission to help those with nowhere else to turn. He’s also a man with a dangerous past. Taken from a group home at twelve, Evan was raised and trained as part of the Orphan Program, an off-the-books operation designed to create deniable intelligence assets—i.e. assassins. Evan was Orphan X. He broke with the Program, using everything he learned to disappear and reinvent himself as the Nowhere Man.

Now ten books in, fans cannot get enough of the Orphan X world and Hurwitz can’t wait to tell us all about it. Register now for a conversation you just cannot miss!

About the Author: GREGG HURWITZ is the New York Times #1 internationally bestselling author of 24 thrillers including the Orphan X series. His novels have won numerous literary awards and have been published in 33 languages. Gregg currently serves as the Co-President of International Thriller Writers (ITW). Additionally, he’s written screenplays and television scripts for many of the major studios and networks, comics for AWA (including the critically acclaimed anthology NewThink), DC, and Marvel, and poetry. Currently, Gregg is actively working against polarization in politics and culture. To that end, he's penned op-eds for The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, The Bulwark, Salon, and others, and has produced several hundred commercials and creative content which have gotten several hundred million views on digital TV platforms. He also helped write the opening ceremony of the 2022 World Cup.

 
 

 

The views expressed by presenters are their own and their appearance in a program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Orange County Library System.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors - Books - Writing |

TAGS: | meettheauthor | epd | bb-meet-the-author |

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Sun, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join your fellow writers for critique, discussion, and camaraderie. Writers of all genres and experience are welcome. Please attend one meeting before submitting a piece for critique.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Improve your English speaking and pronunciation skills. Intended for advanced English language learners. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

Mon, Jun 15, 11:00am - 11:40am
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Mon, Jun 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Speaking Clearly is a pronunciation class for beginners designed to introduce learners to the basics of the sounds of English for pronunciation. Recommended for ages 18 & up.

Mon, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
In this beginner-friendly session, explore what artificial intelligence really is, what it isn’t, how it works, how it is used across different fields, and its effects in everyday life.

Mon, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn how to put AI to work with practical demonstrations across multiple models.

Mon, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
Stream live video on YouTube or Facebook with Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). Learn how to capture or record live streaming video & share with your audience or save for later viewing. (Melrose)

Mon, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Technology Classroom 2
Let's learn and use Pronunciator to learn Spanish vocabulary by topic.

Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
Bilingual (Spanish / English) Conversational Interactions with Ms. Brenda

Mon, Jun 15, 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
This class is designed for students with a beginner level knowledge of English. Practice basic vocabulary and grammar.

Mon, Jun 15, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - Alafaya
Preschoolers will delight in interactive stories, songs, and rhymes that inspire a love of reading and build early literacy skills. Recommended for ages 3–5.

Mon, Jun 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Room - Hiawassee
The Hiawassee Book Club will discuss Happy Wife by Meredith Lavender

Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
Learn about Adobe’s Powerful AI engine and how it integrates into their apps.

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Enhance your document by adding elements like shapes, SmartArt, headers, and more. Secure your document with password protection. Work with distribution options like printing and sharing.

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on grammar for complex ideas, including sentence structures, paragraph, and essay writing. 

Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Virtual Room - Southeast
"Hola Verano" - Spanish from Zero for Kids with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Unlock the mystery of sewing patterns in this beginner class to build your confidence. Learn how to read and interpret pattern instructions, understand pattern piece layouts, and common symbols.
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Tue, Jun 16, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.

Tue, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Room - Learning Central
Discover reliable and authoritative business databases and learn how to use them to build your business.  

Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 6/16 Session 1; 6/17 Session 2; 6/23 Session 3; 6/24 Session 4.

Tue, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 3
Explore the fundamentals of sound theory. Discuss how the physics of sound affects recordings. Learn key digital audio concepts, including sample rate, bit depth and file types. (tic101)
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Tue, Jun 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Reading Clearly Beginners explores English grammar and vocabulary for comprehension and vocabulary development.

Tue, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
(Spanish A0) Learn and use Spanish for the first time with Ms. Brenda.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Room - Southeast
"Hola Verano" - Spanish from Zero for Kids with Ms. Brenda

Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join organizing expert and author Jamie Novak as she shares insider packing tips and travel secrets. Create a packing list that you can use repeatedly on upcoming day trips and getaways.

Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn the basics of crochet bag construction in this six part class! We will make granny squares, learn to sew them together, create straps, and sew in an optional lining.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us on ZOOM to practice academic style writing along with more complex vocabulary.

Wed, Jun 17, 11:45am - 12:45pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn to weave your own friendship bracelet! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required. 

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Join culinary expert Dianne Morin as she demonstrates how to create bold global meals, while building confidence and basic cooking skills in the kitchen. 

Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Join special speaker Claire Gene Esker as she demonstrates how to identify the exact village of your ancestors in Poland. Using American records—you will learn how to zero in on their place of origin.

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Virtual Room - Citizenship Inspired
During this 4-session program, students will meet to prepare for the U.S. Naturalization (Citizenship) Test and Interview. 6/16 Session 1; 6/17 Session 2; 6/23 Session 3; 6/24 Session 4.

Wed, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 2
From script to screen, master filmmaking fundamentals: film types, crew roles, and every step from development to distribution. Bring your vision to life on screen!

Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Explore Kumihimo, the Japanese art of braiding unique cords. Recommended for ages 13-18. Registration required.

Thu, Jun 18, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
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Thu, Jun 18, 10:05am - 11:05am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!

Thu, Jun 18, 10:15am - 11:15am
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Learn to stitch using Sashiko hand sewing techniques. This Japanese hand sewing technique uses the simple running stitch to form geometric patterns.
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Thu, Jun 18, 11:10am - 12:10pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
This event is full

Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Display your plants in style with macramé plant hangers. Learn how to work multiple strands of cord using lark's head, square and gathering knots.

Thu, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
Discover the Loyalists,the Americans who resisted independence. Learn their motivations, struggles, and the lasting impact. Recommended for adults. Registration reqired.

Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us to practice your English speaking skills with us on a virtual English Conversation Hour. Each session will have specific topics for discussion. Register today!

Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood. Register

Thu, Jun 18, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual ESL Room 2
Join us for a virtual meeting using ZOOM where we will focus on the parts of speech, the organization of sentences, and vocabulary building.

Fri, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Create your own artwork using Photoshop brush tools. Use settings to manipulate painting digitally. Build your own brushes that work for your needs and learn to import brush sets.

Fri, Jun 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Room - EPD
Get ready to dance, move and groove! This Zumba class is aimed for teens to provide a fun and energetic workout experience from start to finish! Perfect for beginners, no experience required.

Fri, Jun 19, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Take an average photo and make it pop. Learn basic color correction techniques and make global and location adjustments to images in Adobe Camera Raw.

Fri, Jun 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Online Fiber Arts Classroom
Stay Bright in Style with this felt sunglasses case made using applique and simple stitches. Recommended for adults.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Calculate data with basic functions SUM and AVERAGE. Use auto features including auto and flash fill to streamline your workflow. Transfer data with ease using Excel's copy and paste features.

Sat, Jun 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Online Technology Classroom - TEC
Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.

Sun, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Photoshop? Use the free Express app to intuitively and quickly create all the graphics you need.

Sun, Jun 21, 1:45pm - 2:15pm
Virtual Melrose Classroom 1
No time to learn Premiere? Use the free Express app to create cool video edits with fluid text and graphics animations.