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DIY Terror Terrarium
2025-10-24 14:00:00 2025-10-24 15:00:00 America/Chicago DIY Terror Terrarium Make a haunted terrarium! Creepy moss, mini graveyards & glowing ghosts—only at the library! Teens Ages 13-18 Registration Required. Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room

Friday, October 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-24 14:00:00 2025-10-24 15:00:00 America/Chicago DIY Terror Terrarium Make a haunted terrarium! Creepy moss, mini graveyards & glowing ghosts—only at the library! Teens Ages 13-18 Registration Required. Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room

Effingham Public Library

Children's Programming Room

Make a haunted terrarium! Creepy moss, mini graveyards & glowing ghosts—only at the library! Teens Ages 13-18 Registration Required.

Get ready to mix creepy and creative! In this hands-on craft program, participants will design their very own Haunted Terrarium—a miniature world that’s spooky, eerie, and full of Halloween fun.

AGE GROUP: | 13-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Youth Arts and Crafts |

TAGS: | Terror | Terrarium | DIY |

Effingham Public Library
Phone: 217-342-2464
Hours
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Mon, Oct 06 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 07 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 08 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 09 8:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 10 8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 11 9:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Oct 12 Closed
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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. 

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Mon, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Bridge Club
Mon, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Paint Class - with Miss Lisa
Mon, Oct 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Story Time
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Homeschooling Connections
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Effingham Public Library
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Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
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Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
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Gilmore Girls Trivia
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Encore Story Time
Fri, Oct 17, 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, Oct 18, 9:30am - 12:30pm
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Daytime Book Discussion
Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room
Join us for a book discussion about the book "Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt. No registration required. Contact lisa@effinghamlibrary.org with questions.
Bridge Club
Mon, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! Costumes are welcome during the month of October! No Registration Required.
Teen Advisory Board
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Teen Life Skills
Tue, Oct 21, 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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Beyond the Screen: A "Wicked" Conversation with Marissa Bode - Live via Zoom
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Prepare for a magical evening as Illinois Libraries Present welcomes actress Marissa Bode. Bode made her feature film debut as Nessarose in Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu. Registration Required.
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LEGO Freeplay
Wed, Oct 22, 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.
Toddler Time - Busy Tot w/ Ms. Sara
Thu, Oct 23, 9:30am - 10:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for toddler-friendly activities with rotating themes, such as Tot Dance, Busy Tot, Chef Tot, Tot Art, & Tot Fit. No Registration Required.
Book Sale
Fri, Oct 24, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room,Workman Room
The book sale features new, lightly used and vintage books in a wide array of categories.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Oct 24, 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.
DIY Terror Terrarium
Fri, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Make a haunted terrarium! Creepy moss, mini graveyards & glowing ghosts—only at the library! Teens Ages 13-18 Registration Required.
Book Sale
Sat, Oct 25, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Luttrell Room,Workman Room
The book sale features new, lightly used and vintage books in a wide array of categories.
Dungeons & Dragons Club - with DM Barry
Sat, Oct 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join Join Dungeon Master Barry to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition in a fun and welcoming environment! Registration Required.
Registration is now closed
Bridge Club
Mon, Oct 27, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Effingham Public Library
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, Oct 27, 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, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for stories, songs and lots of fun! Costumes are welcome during the month of October! No Registration Required.
HSHS St. Anthony's Parkinson's Disease Support Group
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Evening Not-So-Spooky Story Time
Thu, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
Join us for an evening of Halloween stories! We’ll share Halloween tales that are perfect for younger listeners. No registration required. Costumes encouraged.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Oct 31, 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, Nov 01, 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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Sat, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Mon, Nov 03, 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.
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Mon, Nov 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Mon, Nov 03, 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.
This event is full
Story Time
Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Children's Programming Room
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Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Tue, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
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Registration opens Tuesday, October 21 2025 at 8:00am
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Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Bauer Room
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Puzzle Exchange
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Effingham Public Library - Workman Room
Got a puzzle you’ve already solved? Join us for a Puzzle Exchange! Bring a puzzle you're ready to part with and trade it for a new-to-you puzzle.
Encore Story Time
Fri, Nov 07, 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 Barry
Sat, Nov 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Effingham Public Library
Join Join Dungeon Master Barry to learn and play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition in a fun and welcoming environment! Registration Required.
Registration is now closed
Chair Pilates
Sat, Nov 08, 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.
Bridge Club
Mon, Nov 10, 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, Nov 11, 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, Nov 11, 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.
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