Effingham announces summer programs to help new immigrants

EFFINGHAM, Ill. (WCIA) — Effingham Bridges is holding learning sessions this summer for to help welcome immigrants to the county.

The programs will be held from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. on the following Monday nights: May 20, June 3, June 17, July 1, July 15, and July 29. All programs will be held at the Effingham Public Library.

Some activities include teaching lessons about American money and holidays, educating for school readiness, helping learn English and providing information on community resources.

There will be lessons and activities for the whole family. Single adults, couples and families are all invited to come to the program.

No fees or paperwork are required to attend.

Effingham Bridges is run by the Effingham Public Library, Effingham Unit 40, and the CEFS Adult Volunteer Literacy Program.

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