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Finding Gobi

  • 205 E Olive St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701 · Bloomington
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Finding Gobi
--- Saturday, October 17
--- 10:30-11:30am; Community Rooms 2-3
Join author Dion Leonard as he presents the main edition of his New York Times bestselling book, "Finding Gobi". This inspiring, true story chronicles Dion’s journey during a grueling 155-mile ultra-marathon across the Gobi Desert in China, where he met a stray dog named Gobi. What started as a chance encounter quickly turned into a life-changing bond, as Gobi became Dion's steadfast companion, matching his stride every step of the way to the finish line. When the race ended, Gobi went missing, sparking a nationwide search to reunite the two.

Dion will share the unforgettable tale of his and Gobi’s journey, the search to bring Gobi home, and the deep bond they share. Pre-signed/”paw”tographed copies of all editions of Finding Gobi will be available for purchase.
Questions about this program can be emailed to Marcie at [email protected].
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