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Local Author Book Signing

with Matthew Kreke
2025-05-24 11:00:00 2025-05-24 12:00:00 America/Chicago Local Author Book Signing Join local author, Matthew Kreke, for a book signing for his book "Beacon - The Hero of Heartland: A YA Superhero Novella". Copies of the book will be available for purchase. No Registration Required. Effingham Public Library - The Cafe

Saturday, May 24
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-24 11:00:00 2025-05-24 12:00:00 America/Chicago Local Author Book Signing Join local author, Matthew Kreke, for a book signing for his book "Beacon - The Hero of Heartland: A YA Superhero Novella". Copies of the book will be available for purchase. No Registration Required. Effingham Public Library - The Cafe

Join local author, Matthew Kreke, for a book signing for his book "Beacon - The Hero of Heartland: A YA Superhero Novella". Copies of the book will be available for purchase. No Registration Required.

Book Description:

When a clone threatens to tear her city apart, can a failed superhero rise to the challenge?

Grace Grey has a secret. She is the only known real-life superhero, Beacon, though most know her only as a police tip line operator. After losing a loved one during her first major defeat at the hands of the supervillain, Arson, Grace hung up her suit. But when a laboratory experiment goes wrong, creating a homicidal Beacon clone who threatens to tear the city apart, only the real Beacon can stop her. Now, Grace must overcome her tragic past, reclaim her reputation, and save her beloved city - and herself.

If you enjoyed the thrilling action of Marissa Meyer's Renegades, you'll love the intense suspense and heroic journey of Grace Grey in Beacon - The Hero of Heartland.

AGE GROUP: | 19-60 | 13-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Youth Arts and Crafts |

TAGS: | superhero | local author |

Effingham Public Library
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Mon, Jun 09 8:00AM to 7:00PM
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Wed, Jun 11 8:00AM to 7:00PM
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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

Daytime Book Discussion
Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion about the book “The woman they could not silence : one woman, her incredible fight for freedom, and the men who tried to make her disappear” by Kate Moore.
Bridge Club
Mon, Jun 16, 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.
Story Time
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
Online Gaming Safety Session #2 - with SAFE
Tue, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join SAFE for an online gaming safety session! Learn about in-game purchases, reporting/blocking, and protecting personal info. For school-aged kids; parents welcome. Registration required.
Paint with Rita
Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join Rita Feldhake for some painting fun! Ages 5-8 Registration Required.
This event is full
Paint with Rita
Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join Rita Feldhake for some painting fun! Ages 9-12 Registration Required.
Murders and Mysteries Book Club
Wed, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us to talk about the book “Mad Honey” by Jennifer Finney Boylan and Jodi Picoult. No Registration Required.
Bug Jar Kit - Take Home Craft
Fri, Jun 20, 9:00am - 10:00am
Effingham Public Library
Sign up to receive a kit to create a personalized bug jar. This activity is great for kids and encourages outdoor exploration and learning about insects. Ages 5-12. Registration Required.
This event is full
Encore Story Time
Fri, Jun 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.
Bridge Club
Mon, Jun 23, 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.
Rescheduled
Read to a Therapy Dog
Mon, Jun 23, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
New date Tuesday, June 24, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Rescheduled
Read to a Therapy Dog
Mon, Jun 23, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
New date Tuesday, June 24, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Rescheduled
Read to a Therapy Dog
Mon, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
New date Tuesday, June 24, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Effingham Public Library
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Rescheduled
Read to a Therapy Dog
Mon, Jun 23, 5:15pm - 5:30pm
New date Tuesday, June 24, 5:15pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Story Time
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Ag in the Classroom
Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join the Effingham County Farm Bureau for a fun class and make a tasty treat! Ages 5-12 Registration Required
This event is full
Read to a Therapy Dog
Tue, Jun 24, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
This event is full
Read to a Therapy Dog
Tue, Jun 24, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
This event is full
Read to a Therapy Dog
Tue, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Read to a Therapy Dog
Tue, Jun 24, 5:15pm - 5:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to the therapy dog, Duke. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Kids Yoga
Wed, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join Vicki Funneman for a fun yoga session! Feel free to bring your own mat. Mats available if needed. Registration Required. Ages 5-10
This event is full
HSHS St. Anthony's Parkinson's Disease Support Group
Wed, Jun 25, 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.
Puppet Show
Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us and Laura Didier for a puppet show! Registration Required.
LEGO Freeplay
Wed, Jun 25, 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.
DIY Puzzle Party
Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Design your own 24 piece puzzle! Registration Required
This event is full
Cave Quest - with Douglas Hart Nature Center
Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come along on an underground adventure to learn about the creatures, history, and phenomena just below the surface! Craft and live animal experience included! Registration Required
Encore Story Time
Fri, Jun 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.
Spanish Story Time - with therapy dog
Fri, Jun 27, 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.
Bridge Club
Mon, Jun 30, 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.
Pebble Palooza
Mon, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Let your creativity rock at Pebble Palooza — a fun, colorful event where kids can turn ordinary pebbles into works of art!
Registration opens Monday, June 16 2025 at 8:00am
Club Maverick
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join us this month for an ice cream social, brain games, and virtual reality fun to boost memory and relaxation. Light refreshments provided. No registration needed.
Story Time
Tue, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Card Class - with Nancy
Tue, Jul 01, 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 is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 17 2025 at 8:00am
Online Gaming Safety Session #3 - with SAFE
Tue, Jul 01, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Join SAFE for an online gaming safety session! We'll cover setting game time limits and handling cyberbullying and toxic behavior. For school-aged kids; parents welcome. Registration required.
Aerial Yoga - with Miss Vicki
Wed, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Flying Buddha Fitness
What could be better than combining yoga and a hammock? Pretty much nothing! Ages 8-12 Registration Required
Registration opens Wednesday, June 18 2025 at 9:00am
Tech Drop-In - with Erich Metzelaars
Wed, Jul 02, 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.
Learn about Search and Rescue Dogs
Wed, Jul 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Learn about the duties and responsibilities of a search and rescue dog! Registration Required
Registration opens Wednesday, June 18 2025 at 8:00am
Chair Yoga
Sat, Jul 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.
Seniors with Attitude Group
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Come join the Seniors with Attitude Group to watch a special Zoom presentation by author Suzanne Woods Fisher right here at the library. Everyone who attends will have a chance to win a door prize!
Bridge Club
Mon, Jul 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.
Pebble Palooza
Mon, Jul 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Hey, teens! Let your creativity rock at Pebble Palooza — a fun, colorful event where kids can turn ordinary pebbles into works of art!
Registration opens Monday, June 23 2025 at 8:00am
Story Time
Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Tue, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Effingham Public Library
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 opens Tuesday, June 24 2025 at 8:00am
360 Creatives Group
Tue, Jul 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.
Built for Speed: Nature’s Fastest Animals - With the ballard nature center
Wed, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Learn about animals that have “Sonic” speed & the real-life animals the characters are based on
Registration opens Wednesday, June 25 2025 at 8:00am
Totally Untidy Sensory Play
Wed, Jul 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.
Read to a Comfort Dog
Thu, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 3:15pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to comfort dog, Dozer. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Registration opens Thursday, June 26 2025 at 8:00am
Read to a Comfort Dog
Thu, Jul 10, 3:15pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to comfort dog, Dozer. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Registration opens Thursday, June 26 2025 at 8:00am
Read to a Comfort Dog
Thu, Jul 10, 3:30pm - 3:45pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to comfort dog, Dozer. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Registration opens Thursday, June 26 2025 at 8:00am
Read to a Comfort Dog
Thu, Jul 10, 3:45pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Grab a book and enjoy some quiet time reading to comfort dog, Dozer. This allows kids to read out loud to a great listener! Ages 5-8 Registration Required
Registration opens Thursday, June 26 2025 at 8:00am
Evening Tech Drop-In
Thu, Jul 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.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Jul 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.
Local Author Jeremy Grigg
Sat, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - The Cafe
Local author J.R. Grigg will discuss & sign copies of his new books: The Mengele Conspiracy The Cats of Downing Street. Copies of each book will be available for purchase. No Registration Required.
DIY Kite Kit
Mon, Jul 14, 9:00am - 10:00am
Effingham Public Library
Register to pick up materials to make your very own kite! Ages 5-12 Registration Required.
Registration opens Monday, June 30 2025 at 8:00am
Bridge Club
Mon, Jul 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.
Story Time
Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! No Registration Required.
Ag in the Classroom
Tue, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join the Effingham County Farm Bureau for a fun class and make a tasty treat! Ages 5-12 Registration Required
Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 8:00am
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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.
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