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100 Things To Do in Illinois Before You Die

with Melanie Holmes
2025-04-11 14:00:00 2025-04-11 15:00:00 America/Chicago 100 Things To Do in Illinois Before You Die Author Melanie Holmes' statewide bucket list book includes "hot spots" in the arts, entertainment, food, parks, culture, history, sports, and even geology. Join the fun as she shares insider tips. Effingham Public Library - Workman Room

Friday, April 11
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-11 14:00:00 2025-04-11 15:00:00 America/Chicago 100 Things To Do in Illinois Before You Die Author Melanie Holmes' statewide bucket list book includes "hot spots" in the arts, entertainment, food, parks, culture, history, sports, and even geology. Join the fun as she shares insider tips. Effingham Public Library - Workman Room

Author Melanie Holmes' statewide bucket list book includes "hot spots" in the arts, entertainment, food, parks, culture, history, sports, and even geology. Join the fun as she shares insider tips.

Author Melanie Holmes' statewide bucket list book "100 Things To Do in Illinois Before You Die" includes "hot spots" in the arts, entertainment, food, parks, culture, history, sports, and even geology. Holmes has tips for day jaunts, weekend trips, and weeklong excursions -- all just a road trip away! Join the fun as she shares insider tips. Plus, Holmes will present a segment she calls "Windshield Travel," for those with physical challenges.  


Melanie Holmes is a lifelong Illinoisan and travel enthusiast. Her hometown county is Kankakee, though she now resides in Will County. A graduate of St. Xavier-Chicago, she's written five nonfiction books, the first of which won a Global Media Award. When she's not writing, you can find her championing her favorite local history museums and promoting indie bookstores and libraries. 

AGE GROUP: | 61+ | 19-60 |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Discussion |

TAGS: | Travel | Illinois | author | 100 places |

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Story Time
Tue, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Club Maverick
Tue, Dec 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Card Class - with Nancy
Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Effingham Public Library
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Seeds in the Snow - with the U of I Extension Master Gardeners
Tue, Dec 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Get a head start on your spring garden — even in the middle of winter! This beginner-friendly program will cover winter sown gardening. Registration Required
Tech Drop-In - with Erich Metzelaars
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
DIY Christmas Puzzle Party
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Encore Story Time
Fri, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Dungeons & Dragons Club - With DM Kat & DM Lloyd
Sat, Dec 06, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Join Dungeon Master Kat & Dungeon Master Lloyd to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition in a fun and welcoming environment! Registration Required.
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Chair Yoga
Sat, Dec 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a relaxing chair yoga session. Registration required. Contact amanda@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
Bridge Club
Mon, Dec 08, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Story Time
Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
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360 Creatives Group
Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
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Toddler Time - Tot Music with Mr. Bill
Thu, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for toddler-friendly activities with rotating themes, such as Tot Art, Busy Tot, Tot Music, Tot Fit & Tot Puppet. No Registration Required.
Evening Tech Drop-In - W/Erich
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
Christmas Carol Sing Along - Marty Williamson and the Strum Club
Thu, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join Marty Williamson, along with the Strum Club, for a Christmas Carol Sing Along. Registration Required.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Dungeons & Dragons Club - with DM Barry
Sat, Dec 13, 9:30am - 12:00pm
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Join Dungeon Master Barry to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition in a fun and welcoming environment! Registration Required.
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Chair Pilates
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a relaxing Chair Pilates session with Karie. Registration required. Contact amanda@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
Stories with Santa
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
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 make a craft with the Teen Advisory Board!
Daytime Book Discussion
Mon, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion about the book “The Christmas Thief” by Mary Higgins Clark and Carol Higgins Clark. No registration required. Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
Bridge Club
Mon, Dec 15, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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Monday Night Free Fit Club - With Amy Propst
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a free community fitness class. These sessions are accessible for all fitness levels.
Story Time
Tue, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Effingham County Genealogy Historical Society Meeting - Effingham Dairy and Milk Bottle Collection Program
Tue, Dec 16, 10:30am - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Rex Borries will showcase his milk bottle collection along with the history of Effingham County dairies. The collection will be available to view until 2 p.m.
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library
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.
Teen Life Skills
Tue, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
A supportive, inclusive program where teens, including those with disabilities, build confidence and skills through activities. Due to holidays, this three-part series will meet on the 3rd Tuesday.
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Murders and Mysteries Book Club
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion on the book "Listen for the Lie" by Amy Tintera. No registration required.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
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Join us at the Effingham Public Library for a Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a story time, then tuck them in for a sleepover at the library. Registration required.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Dec 19, 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.
Dungeons & Dragons Club - With DM Kat & DM Lloyd
Sat, Dec 20, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Join Dungeon Master Kat & Dungeon Master Lloyd to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition in a fun and welcoming environment! Registration Required.
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Bridge Club
Mon, Dec 22, 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.
Monday Night Free Fit Club - With Amy Propst
Mon, Dec 22, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a free community fitness class. These sessions are accessible for all fitness levels.
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Story Time
Tue, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
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A Very Merry Story Time
Tue, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Celebrate the season with an evening of holiday tales and sweet treats! No registration required.
Dungeons & Dragons Club - with DM Barry
Sat, Dec 27, 9:30am - 12:00pm
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Join Dungeon Master Barry to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition in a fun and welcoming environment! Registration Required.
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Bridge Club
Mon, Dec 29, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
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Come join Bridge Club! Beginners are welcome, along with all levels of expertise. No Registration Required.
Monday Night Free Fit Club - With Amy Propst
Mon, Dec 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a free community fitness class. These sessions are accessible for all fitness levels.
Story Time
Tue, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
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Harry Potter Trivia
Tue, Dec 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a magical evening of Harry Potter trivia where your wizarding world knowledge about the books and movies will be put to the test! Registration required.
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