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Discovery Christian School: Accepting New Student Applications
Discovery Christian School is excited to welcome new students for the 2026-2027 academic year! How to Apply:Interested families should email the school office with their child’s name and the grade they will be entering. Enroll here: https://discoverychristianschools.com/k-8-enrollment Questions can be directed to the school office at (217) 347-5778. We look forward to welcoming new students to
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Farm Credit Illinois Groundbreaking
Celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Farm Credit Illinois office in Effingham. Help commemorate this exciting milestone as Farm Credit Illinois invests in the future and continues serving local farmers, rural communities, and agricultural businesses throughout the region.
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Caritas Day – 24 Hour Online Fundraiser
Caritas Day is our 24 Hour Online Campaign hosted each year in honor of the founding of Caritas Family Solutions. This campaign brings the community together for 24 hours to raise funds for over 6,500 families and individuals across Southern Illinois. This year, thanks to generous sponsors, every donation received will be matched for 4x
Workplace Safety Peer Roundtable
The idea is simple: bring together safety leaders from manufacturing, construction, utilities, transportation, and other high-exposure industries for meaningful conversation and shared learning. This peer-driven roundtable is designed to create space for open discussion around best practices, real-world challenges, compliance concerns, and practical solutions. Attendees will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, ask questions, and
Thats A Wrap Realty Grand Reopening
Celebrate the grand reopening of That's a Wrap Realty as they unveil their expanded office and celebrate serving Southern Illinois with locations in Effingham, Newton, Flora, and Vandalia. Enjoy food, drinks, dessert, prizes, and help commemorate this exciting milestone.
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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 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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Chamber Travel Program Meeting | Islands of New England
The Chamber Destinations Travel Program will host an informational meeting on Monday, August 3 from 5p-6:30p at the First Baptist Church Effingham. A representative from Collette, a world premier travel company, will present: Islands of New England Trip details include: June 25 - July 2, 2027 8 Days, 10 Meals Round trip group transportation from
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Networking @ Noon | The Rail Yard Bar & Grill + The Maroon Spoon
All aboard for your next lunch break. Networking @ Noon is pulling into The Rail Yard & Maroon Spoon, giving you the perfect excuse to step away from your desk and connect with fellow Chamber members. No presentations. No pressure. Just meaningful conversations, shared ideas, and a midday reset with Effingham County businesses. Grab a
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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 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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2026 Free Back-to-School Haircuts
Free Back-to-School Haircuts – Catholic Charities, in partnership with The Royal School of Cosmetology, is offering free back-to-school haircuts for K–12 students. There are no income or residency requirements. Donations are appreciated but not required, with all proceeds benefiting the Ramblin' Rose School Supply Program to help provide free school supplies and clothing to local
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WorkShare IL – A Unique Way to Avoid Layoffs When Business Slows (Webinar)
Work slowdowns do NOT have to result in layoffs! WorkShare IL offers employers a strategic way to retain their trained workforce while cutting payroll costs AND saving on the expense of hiring and training new employees when business picks up. Register for this informative webinar to hear Todd Lowery from the Illinois Department of Employment
Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace (Webinar)
Join us as we examine the legal framework surrounding reasonable accommodations in the workplace, including employer obligations under the ADA and other applicable laws. Topics will span the full spectrum of accommodation issues, from the initial employee request through the interactive process. When registering, please indicate Effingham COUNTY CHAMBER in the "Learned About it From"
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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 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
Enchanted Effingham: A Night of Music and Magic
Join us on August 15, 2026 for an unforgettable night of Disney Classics featuring a cast of seasoned Disney performers alongside local talent. Experience the songs that shaped a generation in a family-friendly concert celebrating 4th Walls Productions: a brand new hometown arts organization dedicated to creating high quality opportunities for local artists. Help us
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Better Your Business Roundtable: Nonprofit Strategy Session
Leading a nonprofit comes with a unique set of opportunities and challenges. This roundtable is designed for nonprofit leaders, board members, and team members who want to strengthen their organization’s impact through thoughtful strategy and shared insight. Participants will explore key topics such as sustainable funding, board engagement, community partnerships, program effectiveness, and long-term planning.
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AI in the Workplace Lunch & Learn
AI isn't just for tech companies anymore - it's already reshaping how businesses of every size operate, communicate, and compete. In this session, Chris Eley will cut through the hype and bring AI down to earth, showing real-world examples of how organizations are using tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and other generative AI platforms
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United Way of Effingham County All-American Drawdown
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-united-way-of-effingham-county-drawdown-fundraiser
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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 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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Best Practices for Disciplinary Write-Ups (Webinar)
Join Scott Cruz, Labor and Employment Partner at UB Greensfelder, LLP for a webinar in which Scott will provide practical guidance on creating, documenting, and managing disciplinary write-ups in a legally compliant, fair, and effective manner. Attendees will learn how disciplinary documentation supports performance management, reinforces workplace standards, and helps mitigate organizational risk. When registering,
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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 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
Yoga Beyond the Mat
Yoga is so much than a postures and physical movement; it is whole-body connection, the unification of mind, body and spirit. In this workshop we will explore the 8 limbs of yoga practice starting with the Yamas & the Niyamas. The Yamas - ethical restraints - govern your interactions with the world, while the Niyamas
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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 Willow Breeze Hospice House
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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 of the office, grab lunch, and spend the hour connecting with Chamber members from across the county. It’s relaxed, come-as-you-are networking that actually feels natural.
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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 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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