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Art and Adventures

with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat

2025-05-03 14:00:00 2025-05-03 15:00:00 America/Chicago Art and Adventures Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê. Effingham Public Library -

Saturday, May 03
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-03 14:00:00 2025-05-03 15:00:00 America/Chicago Art and Adventures Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê. 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.

Dan Santat is the author and illustrator of over a hundred books for young people! Many of his books are New York Times-bestsellers, including The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, Are We There Yet?, and After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again). His latest works include the best-selling graphic novels, The Aquanaut and A First Time for Everything. He is also the creator of the Disney animated hit, The Replacements. 

Santat won the Caldecott Medal for most distinguished picture book in 2015, the National Book Award for Young People's Literature in 2023 and Golden Kite Award for Middle Grade Fiction in 2024.

Minh Lê is the award-winning author of picture books including Drawn Together (winner of the 2019 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature), The Blur (with Dan Sanat!), Real to Me, Lift, and graphic novels such as Green Lantern: Legacy and Enlighten Me. In addition to writing books, Dan serves on the board of We Need Diverse Books, and has been a contributor to a variety of national publications, including NPR, HuffPost, and the New York Times.

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).

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

EVENT TYPE: | Community Conversation |

TAGS: | #Dan Santat |

Effingham Public Library

Phone: 217-342-2464

Hours
Mon, Mar 31 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Apr 01 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 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

Thu, Apr 03, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
The AARP Tax Aide Program will provide free tax preparation & return assistance for any low to moderate income tax payers at the library in February, March, and April by appointment.

Fri, Apr 04, 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, Apr 05, 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.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join the Seniors with Attitude Group for a monthly meeting! This month, we will learn about healthy aging with Derek Brawner from Health Alliance. Attendees each have a chance to win a door prize!

Mon, Apr 07, 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.

Mon, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for a creative art session during National Library Week!

Tue, Apr 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.

Tue, Apr 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.

Wed, Apr 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for squishy, mushy, messy fun at the library! No Registration Required.

Thu, Apr 10, 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, Apr 10, 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.

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join Alexis Nikole Nelson, a forager and an outdoor educator, on a discussion about the art of foraging! She will be joined in conversation with Natalie Evans, a wild edible foods instructor.
Register

Fri, Apr 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.

Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

Sat, Apr 12, 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.

Mon, Apr 14, 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.

Tue, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.

Wed, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a discussion on the book "I Am Watching You" by Teresa Driscoll! No registration required. Questions? Contact: Kaitlyn@effinghamlibrary.org

Thu, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
This is a support group for parents of neurodivergent children.

Mon, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion on "The Women of Chateau Lafayette" by Stephanie Dray. No registration required. Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.

Mon, Apr 21, 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.

Tue, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.

Wed, Apr 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.

Thu, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Bring your cards and hangout with other Pokémon fans! We will meet on the last Thursday quarterly! Registration is required.

Fri, Apr 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.

Fri, Apr 25, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs, and a craft! The stories will be read in Spanish.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wed, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join Dr. William Gingold, Holocaust survivor, on a discussion of the history and practices of antisemitism. Registration is required.

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.

Fri, May 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for an unforgettable night of rhythm, dance, and fun!

Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us for a relaxing chair yoga session. Registration required. .

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