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The Magic of Raina Telgemeier

Live via Zoom

2024-12-10 19:00:00 2024-12-10 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Magic of Raina Telgemeier Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! She the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts. Effingham Public Library -

Tuesday, December 10
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-10 19:00:00 2024-12-10 20:00:00 America/Chicago The Magic of Raina Telgemeier Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! She the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts. Effingham Public Library -

Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! She the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts.

Raina is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all #1 New York Times bestsellers. She also adapted and illustrated four graphic novel versions of Ann M. Martin’s Baby-Sitters Club series, and has contributed short stories to many anthologies. New in 2024, The Cartoonists Club — a one-of-a-kind graphic novel from Raina and Scott McCloud. 

Raina’s accolades include six Eisner Awards, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor, a Stonewall Honor, and many Best-of and Notables lists. Raina grew up in San Francisco, then moved to New York City, where she earned an illustration degree at the School of Visual Arts. Raina currently lives and works in San Francisco, CA.

Children's Librarian Genevieve Grove will join Raina in conversation.

This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA). 

ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, please email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com

AGE GROUP: | 5-12 | 13-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Conversation | Book Discussion |

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Effingham Public Library

Phone: 217-342-2464

Hours
Mon, Dec 02 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 03 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 04 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 05 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 06 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 07 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Dec 08 Closed

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

Fri, Dec 06, 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 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.

Sat, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - The Cafe
Join William "Bill" and Kathleen "Kathy" Fearday for a book signing. If you don't have a copy of the book, there will be copies available for purchase.

Sat, Dec 07, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Have you lived an interesting life? Or, to put it another way, have you had some interesting and unique experiences in your life that you would like to share with others?

Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Stop by to make a snowman craft, and learn about the Birth to Five Illinois. Ages 0-5 No Registration Required.

Rescheduled
Mon, Dec 09, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
New date Monday, December 09, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.

Mon, Dec 09, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.

Mon, Dec 09, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.

Tue, Dec 10, 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.

Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join us for a night with critically acclaimed comic artist, Raina Telgemeier! She the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts.
Register

Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
The presentation will feature insights into the wide range of observational platforms that the National Weather Service utilizes to maintain a 24-hour weather watch across Illinois.

Wed, Dec 11, 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

Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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.

Thu, Dec 12, 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.

Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Register to take home a kit with materials to make a tea light snowman ornament! Ages 11-18 Registration Required Pickup available after 10 a.m.

Fri, Dec 13, 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.

Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join the teachers of the Illinois Reading Council and SANTA for special winter and Christmas stories. After you visit Santa you can decorate a gingerbread man ornament with the Teen Advisory Board!

Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 7:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Register to take home a kit with materials to make a tea light snowman ornament! Ages 19+ Registration Required Pickup available after 10 a.m.

Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion on the book "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens! Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions. No registration required.

Mon, Dec 16, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.

Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.

Wed, Dec 18, 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

Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion for the book "The Only One Left" by Riley Sager. Registration not Required.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Mon, Dec 23, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.

Mon, Dec 23, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 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.

Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Looking for something fun to do for Christmas break? Well, join us at the library to delve into the world of LEGOs, by using your imagination to create independently or with others!

Mon, Dec 30, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 11:15am - 12:15pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Have you lived an interesting life? Or, to put it another way, have you had some interesting and unique experiences in your life that you would like to share with others?