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VIRTUAL: Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Ming

2026-05-12 14:00:00 2026-05-12 15:00:00 America/New_York VIRTUAL: Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Ming Join us for a conversation on AI, humanity, & the next steps towards building a better future with Dr. Ming as we discuss her book Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People. Virtual -

Tuesday, May 12
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-12 14:00:00 2026-05-12 15:00:00 America/New_York VIRTUAL: Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Ming Join us for a conversation on AI, humanity, & the next steps towards building a better future with Dr. Ming as we discuss her book Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People. Virtual -

Join us for a conversation on AI, humanity, & the next steps towards building a better future with Dr. Ming as we discuss her book Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People.

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming as we discuss her new book, Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People. 

In Robot-Proof, Dr. Vivienne Ming helps readers grasp the ugly and the amazing of how individuals, companies, and societies will respond to the changes that are already taking hold due to the advent of AI. Robot-Proof is a book about people, exploring what it means to be human in an increasingly automated world.

This book presents, then answers, pressing questions that readers may or may not have thought to themselves, such as:

  • What predicts long-term life outcomes across millions of little kids?
  • Why is the Informational-Exploration Paradox the most terrifying phenomenon you’ve never heard of?
  • What predicts the smartest team and how will AI change it?
  • Why are ill-posed problems the future work, education, and a robot-proof humanity?
  • With poignant insight and delicate care to keep us grounded in the human perspective, Robot-Proof is an entertaining and thought-provoking read for all individuals seeking to understand the next steps in a new and completely unprecedented world.

Register today to take part in the discussion!

About the Author:

Dr. Vivienne Ming explores maximizing human capacity as a theoretical neuroscientist, delusional inventor, and demented Author. Over her career she’s founded 7 startups, been chief scientist at 2 others, and founded The Human Trust, a philanthropic data trust and “mad science incubator” building a foundation model for human development. She co-founded Possibility Sciences to advance scientific discovery via massive scale hybrid intelligence. She also develops AI tools for learning at home and in school, models of bias in hiring and promotion, and neurotechnologies for dementia, TBI, and postpartum depression.

In her free time, Vivienne designs AI systems to treat her son’s diabetes, predict manic episodes in bipolar sufferers, and reunite orphan refugees with extended family members. For relaxation, she writes science fiction and spends time with her wife and children.

Vivienne was named one of “10 Women to Watch in Tech” by Inc. Magazine and one of the BBC’s 100 Women in 2017. She is featured frequently for her research and inventions in The Financial Times, The Atlantic, Quartz Magazine and The New York Times.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual | Technology | Lecture | Author event |

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STEAM Makerspace for Preschoolers!
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Mon, May 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Read aloud to your favorite four-legged friend, Mason!

Mon, May 18, 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.

Mon, May 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Join author and professor, Samuel Cohen, for a conversation on his most recent release, Banning Books in America: Not a How-to.
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Tue, May 19, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Wed, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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A monthly book discussion facilitated by Assistant Director Mary Bell

Thu, May 21, 3:45pm - 4:30pm
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May book selection: New Shoes

Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Join us for rock painting and to start a small herb garden
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Tue, May 26, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Learn how to paint a puppy with Erin from Paint Sip Fun!

Tue, May 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Learn how to paint "Dragonflies at night" with Erin from Paint Sip Fun!
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Wed, May 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Tue, Jun 02, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Storytime curriculum and themed play activities.

Tue, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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The daytime monthly book discussion group facilitated by Library Director Melissa Harter. New members always welcome!

Tue, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Step into the world of backyard chicken keeping and discover the joys of having your own feathered friends.

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Meets the first Wednesday of every other month. Participants will make and share dishes from the month’s selected cookbook.

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Storytime and a craft! June theme: Color Blending and the Art of Mary Blair

Fri, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
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Mon, Jun 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Lorelei of Lorelei’s Lit Lair will be chatting about the books she's looking forward to reading this summer - the best of romance beach reads!
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Tue, Jun 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
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Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Health expert Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel shares his vision for living well as explores how to embrace health, happiness, and longevity without falling for quick fixes or unrealistic promises.
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Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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The monthly meeting of the Wilbraham Friends of the Library.

Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Thu, Jun 11, 9:00am - 10:00am
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Stop by the Brooks Room on the 2nd Thursday of the month to visit a certified therapy dog!

Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles. 
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Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Multi-sensory and exploration

Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 10:45am
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This event is geared towards the children of working parents and guardians who are unable to attend our weekday programming but all are welcome. Children 4 and under and their adult are invited!