March & April Events at EPL
Remember that a library card is not necessary for attending programs and events at the library. In the Art Gallery this month is Effingham High School Senior Artists: Collin Hecht, Shayna Phillips,...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Sandra Lautrup
Sandra Lautrup is a local artist who enjoys traveling and creating art that reflects her love of nature. Her work is displayed until April 15. If you’d like to learn how you can display your art or...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Sara Johnson
Effingham Public Library is pleased to welcome local artist, Sara Johnson. Art has been a part of Sara’s life from the beginning. As a student, Sara describes herself as “definitely one of those kids...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Stang Art Instructors
Effingham Public Library is pleased to welcome Stang ART instructors: Hailey Bear, Kevin Deadmond, Jamie Stang Ellis, Dannielle Harden, Haley & Megan Meyer, Emily Petty and Amber Wehrle. Located...
View ArticleWinter Reading Program 2017
Go To Reading App Online registration for the Winter Reading Program “Cabin Fever Rx” begins Wednesday, February 1! The program runs from February 1 to February 28 and you can join anytime throughout...
View ArticleJob Opening: Library Assistant I Circulation Assistant
Job Opening for Library Assistant I in the Circulation Department. Interested applicants, please apply to Margo Probst, Circulation Manager, at margo@effinghamlibrary.org. Accepting applications until...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Rachel Ray
Effingham Public Library is pleased to welcome core member of The Vault Arts Collective, Tuscola, IL, photographer, Rachel Ray. Rachel began her adventure in photography just 7 years ago. Inspired by...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Effingham High School Seniors
In the Art Gallery this month is Effingham High School Senior Artists: Alexis Albin, Lisa Gregory, Bryce Kollman, Katelyn Lybarger, Alexandra Mosier, Jaccob O’Leary, Andrea Sills, Ashley Sills, Katie...
View ArticleNational Brain Health Awareness Week
Check out the Forget-Me-Not Resource Center and learn more about how to improve your memory during National Brain Health Awareness Week with Effingham Area Alzheimer’s Awareness!
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Mary Rentfrow-Haag
Effingham Public Library is pleased to welcome local photographer, Mary Rentfrow-Haag. Having lived and worked in Los Angeles and Chicago, Mary returned to the Effingham area in 2004. A member of the...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Stang Art Students
In the Art Gallery this month are Stang Arts instructor Dannielle Harden’s students. Artwork was pulled from Stang Arts after school and homeschool art programs, as well as those taking private...
View ArticleArchitecture Walk in Downtown Effingham
Listen as you walk, and enjoy learning about the historical buildings that downtown Effingham has to offer. Cell phone tour brought to you by Effingham Public Library, historical information provided...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Barbara and Wallace Grant
Barbara Grant, has always been interested in art of some sort, her mother taught her to appreciate handmade items. After moving to Illinois, she got excited to try a new form or art, hence the decision...
View ArticleRead, Imagine, Grow!
Donate Will you help our community to Read, Imagine, Grow? Your gift today can help us transform your library’s landscaping, introduce the community to edible landscaping, offset our state budget...
View ArticleWhat We’re Reading
Wow. August has arrived and as school begins, we’re excited to share some of the books we’ve been reading and recommending to friends this summer. First, we’ve been so pleased with Fredrik Backman and...
View ArticleFeatured Artist: Heather Chism
She Flies Moving Forward She Suddenly Remembered Who She Is In the Art Gallery this month is Heather Chism. Heather shared with us a little bit about herself and her artwork. Be sure to drop into the...
View ArticleWhat We’re Reading
September is National Library Card Sign Up month and the books highlighted chosen by Circulation Assistant, Carolyn Karns are some of the best reasons to visit the library soon! In “Bakers Secret” by...
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