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Story Time

2025-04-29 10:30:00 2025-04-29 11:00:00 America/Chicago Story Time Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required. Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room

Tuesday, April 29
10:30am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-04-29 10:30:00 2025-04-29 11:00:00 America/Chicago Story Time Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required. Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room

Effingham Public Library

Children's Programming Room

Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.

AGE GROUP: | 0-4 |

EVENT TYPE: | Story Time |

TAGS: | story time |

Effingham Public Library
Phone: 217-342-2464
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 Closed
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About the branch

The Suzette Brumleve Memorial Effingham Public Library is the public library of Effingham, Illinois. We have over 50,000 books, magazines, and audio-visual materials and an annual circulation of over 250,000 items. We also offer a wide variety of programs and services. 

Upcoming events

Safe Sitter Class
Sat, Apr 26, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.
This event is full
Bridge Club
Mon, Apr 28, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. No registration required.
Story Time
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Inspire and Create
Tue, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Hey, teens! Come with your favorite crafting project to work on while enjoying the company of others. From coloring to quilting, we want to see it all. No Registration required.
Cyber Safety - with Lieutenant Cotton and Detective Reardon
Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office Investigations, Lieutenant Cotton and Detective Reardon, as they discuss tips on cyber safety and identifying online scams. Registration required.
HSHS St. Anthony's Parkinson's Disease Support Group
Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Those with a Parkinson’s diagnosis, caregivers and anyone interested in learning more about this disease are welcome to attend.
Remembering the Holocaust - with Dr. Gingold
Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Dr. William Gingold will share his unforgettable experience of surviving the Holocaust as a child, and how his family rebuilt after. Registration is required.
Teen Volunteer Training
Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
This is one of two orientation sessions for students ages 11-18 interested in volunteering at the library this summer. You only need to attend one to start volunteering. Registration is required.
Encore Story Time
Fri, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an encore performance of our regular Tuesday Story Time fun! No Registration Required.
Flying Buddha Reading Club - Held at Flying Buddha Fitness
Fri, May 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Flying Buddha Fitness
Sign up for 1 hour of uninterrupted reading and relaxing in a yoga hammock.
Register
Baila en la Biblioteca: Salsa Night - with Emily Quast
Fri, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for an unforgettable night of rhythm, dance, and fun!
Chair Yoga
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a relaxing chair yoga session. Registration required. .
Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat - Live via Zoom
Sat, May 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê.
Register
Seniors with Attitude Group
Mon, May 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join the Seniors with Attitude Group for a monthly meeting! This month, we will play Bingo! A door prize will be awarded.
Bridge Club
Mon, May 05, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. No registration required.
Story Time
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Club Maverick
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for our monthly meeting! This group is for anyone facing cognitive impairment AND their care partner looking for socialization, reminiscing, and connection. No registration required.
Card Class - with Nancy
Tue, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Nancy at the Library as she guides you through the process of making a greeting card by hand. Nothing says "thoughtful gift" like something handmade.
This event is full
Tech Drop-In - with Erich Metzelaars
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
Have a problem with your computer, cell phone, or other electronic device? Stop by to see Erich Metzelaars, IT Consultant to solve your tech issues! No Registration Required.
Evening Tech Drop-In
Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
New Evening Tech Help! Have a problem with your computer, cell phone, or other electronic device? Stop by to see Erich Metzelaars, IT Consultant to solve your tech issues! No Registration Required.
Encore Story Time
Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an encore performance of our regular Tuesday Story Time fun! No Registration Required.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 10:00am - 10:15am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 10:15am - 10:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 10:45am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 10:45am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 11:15am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 11:15am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 11:30am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Mother's Day Family Photos
Sat, May 10, 11:45am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Capture a special moment this Mother’s Day! Enjoy a 15-minute family photo session and create lasting memories with Mom. Photos will be emailed afterward. Please register for only one session.
Bridge Club
Mon, May 12, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. No registration required.
Story Time
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
360 Creatives Group
Tue, May 13, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Come with your favorite crafting project to work on any kind of art or crafting project while enjoying the company of others. From coloring to quilting, we want to see it all.
Grant Writing 101
Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
New to grant writing? Start here! Learn how to find grants, write strong proposals for nonprofits, and pick up the essential skills and tips every beginner needs to get started with confidence.
Homeschooling Connections
Wed, May 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
This group is designed for homeschooled children and their parents or guardians, with gatherings held quarterly. Registration required.
Support Group for Parents of Neurodivergent Children
Thu, May 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
This is a support group for parents of neurodivergent children.
Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond - Live via Zoom
Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join us to close out our fourth season with bestselling author Matthew Desmond in conversation with award-winning journalist, Natalie Moore.
Register
Encore Story Time
Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an encore performance of our regular Tuesday Story Time fun! No Registration Required.
Safe Sitter Class
Sat, May 17, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting.
Daytime Book Discussion
Mon, May 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion about the book “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus! No registration required. Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
Bridge Club
Mon, May 19, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. No registration required.
Story Time
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, May 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Hey Teens, this is a great opportunity to gain leadership and volunteer experience, build your resume, make new friends, earn community service hours, learn new skills, and to make a difference.
Online Gaming Safety Session #1 - with SAFE
Tue, May 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join SAFE for a discussion on online gaming safety! This month, we’ll cover safe online communication and the difference between online and real-life friends. Registration required.
Evening Story Time
Wed, May 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Murders and Mysteries Book Club
Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us to discuss “What Lies in the Woods” by Kate Alice Marshall! No Registration Required
Encore Story Time
Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an encore performance of our regular Tuesday Story Time fun! No Registration Required.
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