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Volunteer Fair
2024-09-30 10:00:00 2024-09-30 12:00:00 America/Chicago Volunteer Fair This is a great opportunity for those who would like to volunteer some of their time for the greater good. This is a free event and a library card is not needed to attend. No registration required. Effingham Public Library - Workman Room

Monday, September 30
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-30 10:00:00 2024-09-30 12:00:00 America/Chicago Volunteer Fair This is a great opportunity for those who would like to volunteer some of their time for the greater good. This is a free event and a library card is not needed to attend. No registration required. Effingham Public Library - Workman Room

This is a great opportunity for those who would like to volunteer some of their time for the greater good. This is a free event and a library card is not needed to attend. No registration required.

Some of the organizations that will be at the volunteer fair are:

Love the 'Ham
CASA of Effingham County
Humane Society
Jim Beam Corner Cattery
Effingham Public Library Genealogy Room
CEFS RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program)
Catholic Charities
FISH
Family Life Center
Silk Purse
Enduring Freedom Ministries
Unit 40 Mentoring
CSS Community Connectors

AGE GROUP: | 61+ | 19-60 |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Conversation |

TAGS: | volunteer |

Effingham Public Library
Phone: 217-342-2464
Hours
Mon, Oct 07 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 12 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Oct 13 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

Story Time
Tue, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 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.
Totally Untidy Sensory Play
Wed, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join us for squishy, mushy, messy fun at the library!
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
Are you a beginner looking to improve your digital skills? This FREE program is perfect for you! Our instructor will be available to answer questions and help you navigate technology with confidence.
Register
Being Imperfect - with Erika Sánchez
Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join us for an inspiring live webinar with Erika L. Sánchez and guest, Cynthia Pelayo. Erika is celebrated novelist, poet, feminist, and passionate advocate for young women everywhere! Live via zoom
Register
Teen Advisory Board
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Oct 11, 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.
Medicare Informational Session - with Senior Insurance Quote
Fri, Oct 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join Juliette Chihade of Senior Insurance Quote in Decatur as she delivers an educational session on Medicare.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 14, 10:45am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Bridge Club
Mon, Oct 14, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 14, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Fix-It Clinic
Mon, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Do you have a broken home appliance that you would like to fix? Bring it to the Fix-It Clinic and a Coach will sit down with you to troubleshoot and guide you through fixing it. Registration Required
Story Time
Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 15, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 15, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 16, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
Are you a beginner looking to improve your digital skills? This FREE program is perfect for you! Our instructor will be available to answer questions and help you navigate technology with confidence.
Register
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 16, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Murders and Mysteries Book Club
Wed, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion on the book "The Woman in Cabin 10" by Ruth Mare. No registration required.
Effingham County Genealogical & Historical Society - Monthly Meeting
Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
This is a monthly meeting of the ECGHS.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 17, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 17, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 17, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Oct 18, 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.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 18, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 18, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Daytime Book Discussion
Mon, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion on the book "Chasing the Horizon" by Mary Connealy. No registration required. Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 21, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Bridge Club
Mon, Oct 21, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Mon, Oct 21, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Story Time
Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 22, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Tue, Oct 22, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Raise Your Voice - with Jason Reynolds
Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join us for a special event with Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Live via zoom
Register
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 23, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
Are you a beginner looking to improve your digital skills? This FREE program is perfect for you! Our instructor will be available to answer questions and help you navigate technology with confidence.
Register
LEGO Freeplay
Wed, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library to delve into the world of LEGOs, by using your imagination to create independently or with others.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Wed, Oct 23, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 24, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Thu, Oct 24, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Oct 25, 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.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 25, 11:45am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 25, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
DIY Terror Terrarium
Fri, Oct 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Make a haunted terrarium! Teens Ages 13-18 Registration Required.
THE JOURNEY BACK: VIRTUAL REALITY - Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Fri, Oct 25, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
“Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience.
Bridge Club
Mon, Oct 28, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.
Pokémon Club
Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Bring your cards and hangout with other Pokémon fans! We will meet on the last Monday quarterly!
Spanish Story Time
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs, and a craft! The stories will be read in Spanish.
Story Time
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Peace for Parkinson's Support Group
Wed, Oct 30, 12:00pm - 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. Lunch included for this month's meeting!
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
Are you a beginner looking to improve your digital skills? This FREE program is perfect for you! Our instructor will be available to answer questions and help you navigate technology with confidence.
Register
Encore Story Time
Fri, Nov 01, 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.
Chair Yoga
Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a relaxing chair yoga session. Registration required. Contact alvin@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
Bridge Club
Mon, Nov 04, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.
Story Time
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
Are you a beginner looking to improve your digital skills? This FREE program is perfect for you! Our instructor will be available to answer questions and help you navigate technology with confidence.
Register
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