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2026 Top Leaders: Under 40 & Future Leaders Nominations
Nominations are open for the Effingham County Chamber’s 2026 Top Leaders Under 40 and Future Leaders recognition programs. Top Leaders Under 40 recognizes individuals ages 20–40 who live or work
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Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospice Binga
Admission Cost: $10 each Raffle tickets: $5 each 3 for $10 *Raffle prize is a Nintendo Switch 2 with a choose your game bundle Proceeds support an endowment for SBL
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Medicare Seminar
Have questions about Medicare and your options? Learn how to navigate Medicare with Emily Garrard, Licensed Agent with Senior Benefit Services. This 45-minute class will cover: Medicare Parts A &
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Community Blood Drive @ EIU
The American Red Cross and Hello Kitty are releasing exclusive NEW merch! Come give blood Sept. 1-20 for a Red Cross x Hello Kitty collectible item, while supplies last!
Beginner Yoga Course
Start your yoga journey with confidence in this welcoming beginner-level course. Designed for those new to yoga, the program introduces fundamental poses, breathing techniques, gentle movement, and relaxation practices in
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Networking @ Noon | Gopher’s Grill
Ready to shake up your lunch routine? Join us at Gopher’s Grill for Networking @ Noon — where the food is solid and the conversation is even better. Step out
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October
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Jordan’s Way National Tour LIVE Fundraiser!
Jordan’s Way is coming to the Effingham County Humane Society as part of their nationwide shelter tour for a high-energy, 3-hour LIVE Facebook fundraiser! Date & Times: Sunday, September 6
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Office Closed
The Effingham County Chamber office will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. We celebrate the hard work and dedication of our local businesses and workforce
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Community Blood Drive @ Teutopolis Banquet Hall
The American Red Cross and Hello Kitty are releasing exclusive NEW merch! Come give blood Sept. 1-20 for a Red Cross x Hello Kitty collectible item, while supplies last!
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Illinois Creative Future Roadshow | Effingham
Arts Alliance Illinois, in partnership with the Effingham Performance Center, is bringing the Illinois Creative Future Roadshow to Effingham for a collaborative conversation about investing in Illinois' creative future. This
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45th Annual Mill Road Thresherman
The Mill Road Thresherman Association is a group of men and women whose goal is to preserve and demonstrate farming as our grand-fathers and great- grandfathers knew it. We strive
Business After Hours @ HSHS Medical Group
Get an up-close look at advanced surgical care available right here in Effingham during an Open House at HSHS Medical Group – General Surgery. Guests will have the opportunity to
Beginner Yoga Course
Start your yoga journey with confidence in this welcoming beginner-level course. Designed for those new to yoga, the program introduces fundamental poses, breathing techniques, gentle movement, and relaxation practices in
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Fall into Downtown Effingham
🍂 **FALL INTO DOWNTOWN – DOWNTOWN EFFINGHAM!** 🍂 Come **Fall Into Downtown** with us! 🎃🍁 This is a **two-day event** where you can shop, eat, explore, and enjoy everything Downtown
Summer Sundown Music Festival 2026
Summer Sundown Music Festival is about bringing together music lovers and artists of the eclectic music scenes across Illinois and the greater Midwest (and beyond) to help foster an even
Community Blood Drive @ Dan Hecht Chevrolet-Toyota
The American Red Cross and Hello Kitty are releasing exclusive NEW merch! Come give blood Sept. 1-20 for a Red Cross x Hello Kitty collectible item, while supplies last!
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October
Team of Mercy Newton (Surviving the Color) 5k Run/Walk
Get ready for a colorfully awesome time at the Surviving the Color 5k in Effingham, IL! This run benefits the organization the Team of Mercy Newton IL branch whom offers
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Learn the Cha Cha
Join Ballroom Dance Instructor Jorja Cantillas-Querubin for ballroom dance lessons! Jorja will guide you through all the steps to learn the Cha Cha in 2 sessions. Class meets Sunday, September
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Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Community Support Systems
Celebrate Community Support Systems’ newly renovated Harvester Street location with a ribbon cutting and open house on Tuesday, September 15. The ribbon cutting will take place at 4 p.m., followed
Hiring & Firing 101 (Webinar)
Hiring and firing are crucial bookends of every employment relationship, and it can be overwhelming to keep up with the ever-changing laws related to the workplace. Led by an experienced
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Better Your Business Roundtable: Marketing That Works
Marketing can feel overwhelming. New platforms, changing algorithms, limited budgets — and still the pressure to produce results. This roundtable is designed for business owners and marketing professionals who want
EquipmentShare Ribbon Cutting
Celebrate EquipmentShare’s new Effingham location with a ribbon cutting! Offering rentals, sales and fleet technology solutions, the team works with contractors, construction companies and local industries across the region, including
Kiwanis Club Lunch & Learn
You may know the Kiwanis name, but do you know what they do right here in Effingham County? The Kiwanis Club of Effingham County invites individuals and businesses to a
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Building Enterprise Value: Preparing Your Middle-Market Company to Scale, Raise Capital, or Sell (Webinar)
This practical workshop focuses on three value-critical areas that strengthen enterprise value and investor confidence: A clear business roadmap aligned with growth goals Reliable data, performance visibility, and disciplined decision-making
Beginner Yoga Course
Start your yoga journey with confidence in this welcoming beginner-level course. Designed for those new to yoga, the program introduces fundamental poses, breathing techniques, gentle movement, and relaxation practices in
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Effingham Fall City-Wide Garage Sales
Follow the Effingham Daily News Facebook page for details! Questions? Call (217) 347-7154
Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October
The Cross at the Crossroads — 25th Anniversary Celebration
This year, The Cross at the Crossroads celebrates 25 years of sharing the Christian message of love, forgiveness, hope, and eternal life through Jesus Christ. As our nation also commemorates
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Women in Business | Built to Lead
Women in Business | Built to Lead brings women from across the business community together for an evening of conversation, connection, and a little hands-on fun at Bobcat of Effingham.
Retaliation & Discrimination Claims: Prevention, Risks, and Best Practices (Webinar)
This presentation will cover state and federal statutes under which Illinois employees can bring retaliation and discrimination claims. We will also discuss best practices employers can implement to reduce the
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Car Seat Safety Check
Did you know your child’s height and weight matter when choosing a car seat? Come and see us on September 23rd for a Safety Check Event We will have several
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Beginner Yoga Course
Start your yoga journey with confidence in this welcoming beginner-level course. Designed for those new to yoga, the program introduces fundamental poses, breathing techniques, gentle movement, and relaxation practices in
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Car Seat Safety Check
Did you know your child’s height and weight matter when choosing a car seat? Come and see us on September 25th for a Safety Check Event We will have several
Community Blood Drive @ Cornerstone Church
Fall into the habit of donating! Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood Sept. 21-Oct. 18.
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October
Fall GLIKSFEST
Questions? Call (217) 342-9503 or DM on Instagram Follow our social pages | Facebook & Instagram
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Community Blood Drive @ Effingham Event Center
Fall into the habit of donating! Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood Sept. 21-Oct. 18.
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Chamber Travel Program Meeting | Canadian Rockies
The Chamber Destinations Travel Program will host an informational meeting on Tuesday, September 29 from 5p-6:30p at the First Baptist Church Effingham. A representative from Collette, a world premier travel
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Community Blood Drive @ Altamont High School
Fall into the habit of donating! Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood Sept. 21-Oct. 18.
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Trades, Skills & Manufacturing Day
This special day highlights the significance of these industries and explores modern career options in Effingham County. Experience a day of changing perceptions and inviting high school students to tour
Illinois Legislative Update – HB 5228 (Webinar)
The Illinois General Assembly recently passed House Bill 5228, one of the most significant revisions to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act in recent years. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the bill
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Networking @ Noon | Village Wine w/ Pizza Man
Lunch just got an upgrade. We’re gathering at Pizza Man at Village Wine for Networking @ Noon — a midday meetup designed for conversation, connection, and a break from the
17th Annual Golf Benefit | HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation
The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation will host its 17th annual Golf Benefit on Friday, October 2, at the Effingham Country Club. This year’s event will raise funds for
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October
The Climb-Team Effingham 2026
Join us for a FREE community walk and family-friendly event to raise awareness for Perinatal (Conception–Postpartum) Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs). This program is part of Postpartum Support International, the world’s
Bahrns Equipment Memorial Golf Outing
Join us for the 4th Annual Bahrns Equipment Memorial Golf Tournament, a day of golfing for a great cause! Taking place on Saturday, October 3, at the Cardinal Golf Course
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