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Daytime Book Discussion
2024-12-16 10:30:00 2024-12-16 11:30:00 America/Chicago Daytime Book Discussion Join us for a book discussion on the book "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens! Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions. No registration required. Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room

Monday, December 16
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-12-16 10:30:00 2024-12-16 11:30:00 America/Chicago Daytime Book Discussion Join us for a book discussion on the book "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens! Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions. No registration required. Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room

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.

'If I had my way, every idiot who goes around with Merry Christmas on his lips, would be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart. Merry Christmas? Bah humbug!'

Introduction and Afterword by Joe Wheeler
To bitter, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, Christmas is just another day. But all that changes when the ghost of his long-dead business partner appears, warning Scrooge to change his ways before it's too late.

Part of the Focus on the Family Great Stories collection, this abridged edition features an in-depth introduction and discussion questions by Joe Wheeler to provide greater understanding for today's reader. "A Christmas Carol" captures the heart of the holidays like no other novel.

AGE GROUP: | 61+ | 19-60 |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

TAGS: | book discussion |

Effingham Public Library
Phone: 217-342-2464
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 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

Evening Tech Drop-In
Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library
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, Nov 22, 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.
Bridge Club
Mon, Nov 25, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.
Spanish Story Time
Mon, Nov 25, 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, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Cancelled
Peace for Parkinson's Support Group
Wed, Nov 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Those with a Parkinson’s diagnosis, caregivers and anyone interested in learning more about this disease are welcome to attend.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Nov 27, 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, Nov 27, 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.
Seniors with Attitude Group
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join the Seniors with Attitude Group for a monthly meeting! This month, the Firebox Bluegrass Band will play music from the 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s!
Bridge Club
Mon, Dec 02, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. Registration Required.
Non-Fiction Book Discussion Group - An Immense World by Ed Yong
Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
This month's book is An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us by Ed Yong. Copies are available at the library for checkout.
Story Time
Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
For those facing Cognitive Impairment such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, or other neurological disorders AND their Care Partner looking for socialization and connection. No Registration Required.
Card Class - with Nancy
Tue, Dec 03, 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. Registration required.
This event is full
Tech Drop-In - with Erich Metzelaars
Wed, Dec 04, 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.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
Wed, Dec 04, 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
Full Steam Ahead!
Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a fun STEAM program!
Encore Story Time
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.
Chair Yoga
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.
William & Kathleen Fearday Book Signining - Boos: The Early Years
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.
Write Club - with Laura Ann Tays
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?
Drop In Snowman Craft - with Birth to Five Illinois
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
Bridge Club
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.
Bridge Club
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.
Fix-It Clinic
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.
Story Time
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.
360 Creatives Group
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.
The Magic of Raina Telgemeier - Live via Zoom
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
Let's Talk About the Weather - with Edward Shimon of the National Weather Service
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.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
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
Teen Advisory Board
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.
Support Group for Parents of Neurodivergent Children
Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
This is a support group for parents of neurodivergent children.
Evening Tech Drop-In
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.
Encore Story Time
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.
Stories with Santa
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!
Daytime Book Discussion
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.
Bridge Club
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.
Story Time
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.
Essential Tech Skills for Everyday Life
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
Murders and Mysteries Book Club
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.
Encore Story Time
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.
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