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Legacy Harley-Davidson Feed the Hog
We're feeding the hog to raise funds for Effingham County Fish Human Services! Check out all the details and then stop in....because this HOG is hungry!!
Kids Art Contest with C.E.F.S Economic Opportunity Corporation
ENTER THE ART CONTEST! C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation will be hosting an art contest that encourages children in kindergarten through twelfth grade (ages 5-18) to use their creativity and talent to raise awareness about how the programs of C.E.F.S. work to make a difference in their communities. Each age group will be assigned specific C.E.F.S.
Halloweekend
Sign up for the McAlisters Reward Program, October 29th through October 31st kids eat free with purchase of adult meal. Two free kids meals per adult meal with rewards app. Contact McAlister's Deli at (217) 240-7175 for more details.
Effingham Sunrise Rotary Halloween Parade
Theme: 80's/90's Cartoons The parade will kick off at 2:00 p.m. and is sponsored by the Effingham Sunrise Rotary. Line up for the parade will begin at 12:00 p.m. along Maple Street between Temple and Evergreen Avenues. There will be a $20 entry fee for all entries except veterans, school groups & emergency vehicles. Entry fee
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FACE Community Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Youth-Adult Vocalists Welcome/All Abilities - Set List Includes all Kinds of Holiday Selections Rehearsals: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 10 - November 28 FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Saturday, December 3 @ 5p | Effingham Courthouse Museum Sunday, December 4 @ 2p | Cross Chapel/Foyer Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our
Trunk N Treat @ First Christian Church
There will be cars with trunks open to give out candy. At the pavilion will be free hot dogs, popcorn, hot chocolate and hot apple cider. Questions should be directed to Cleone Bloemker between 8a-12p on Wednesday, Thursday, or Monday by calling (217) 342-6797 or emailing fcceffingham@gmail.com.
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Rooted @ Cornerstone Church
Rooted invites you to connect with God, others, and your purpose in unexpected, life-changing ways. Whether you are curious about Jesus, you are new to the faith, or you have been following Jesus for years, Rooted is for you! Rooted is a commitment, but we believe it is worth it to invest in the entire
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15th Annual Workers’ Compensation & Safety Conference (Lisle, IL)
The Illinois Chamber of Commerce strives to provide the Illinois business community with timely information to ensure employers are up-to-date in all realms of business. Workers' Compensation is no different. This confusing and often abused statute is one employers and their employees need to be familiar with to in order to stay in compliance. This
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Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Civil Design Inc.
Civil Design Inc has moved to a new office and is inviting you to celebrate with us! Civil Design Inc strives to help their clients create quality infrastructure while contributing positively to their communities. Since 1996, CDI has grown to over 100 team members across four offices, including Effingham! Their culture is centered around a
Business After Hours @ Village Wine & Spirits
Network with other Chamber members at the December Business After Hours! Enjoy delicious appetizers, refreshing beverages, and interesting conversation!
Social Media in the Workplace (Webinar)
In this webinar, Scott Cruz, Labor and Employment attorney at Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C. will provide an approach for developing compliant and effective HR policies for social media in the workplace, best practices for properly enforcing of those policies, the meaning of “free speech” in the workplace, and when not – to intercede against
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First Friday Luncheon – Local Non-Profits
Join us for the November First Friday Luncheon at the Holiday Inn Effingham (Truman/Roosevelt Room). Topic: Local Non-Profits Featured Speakers: Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum Association | Delaine Donaldson, President The Effingham County Cultural Center and Museum Association exists because of a desire to promote interpretive culture and history as a means of increasing
Downtown Effingham Holiday Open House
Get your holiday shopping started early by shopping locally this year at the annual Downtown Effingham Holiday Open House on Friday November 4th, 10am - 7pm and Saturday November 7th, 10am - 2pm. Many of the Downtown retailers, restaurants, and businesses will be rolling out the holiday red carpet for YOU! In-store specials and plenty
Community Blood Drive @ Montessori Kids Universe Effingham
Effingham, IL - Montessori Kids Universe Effingham will host a Community Blood Drive from 11:00 am - 4:00pm on Friday, November 4. What: Montessori Kids Universe Effingham Community Blood Drive When: Friday, November 4 | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Where: 2201 Willenborg St., Ste 8, Effingham, IL
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The Heart Public Feedback Session
We want to hear from you about the best uses for The Heart as we all work together to bring her back to life! November 5th 10am - 11 am Effingham City Hall 201 E. Jefferson, Effingham To RSVP CLICK HERE
Downtown Effingham Holiday Open House
Get your holiday shopping started early by shopping locally this year at the annual Downtown Effingham Holiday Open House on Friday November 4th, 10am - 7pm and Saturday November 7th, 10am - 2pm. Many of the Downtown retailers, restaurants, and businesses will be rolling out the holiday red carpet for YOU! In-store specials and plenty
4 events,
FACE Community Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Youth-Adult Vocalists Welcome/All Abilities - Set List Includes all Kinds of Holiday Selections Rehearsals: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 10 - November 28 FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Saturday, December 3 @ 5p | Effingham Courthouse Museum Sunday, December 4 @ 2p | Cross Chapel/Foyer Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our
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New HR Forms for 2022-2023: What Every HR Manager Must Know! (Naperville)
Join the author and editor of the Illinois Chamber’s Employment Forms publication, Jeff Risch of SmithAmundsen LLC, as he identifies the latest mandatory and recommended employment and HR related forms for 2022 and beyond. From Hiring to Firing to managing the employment relationship, this is a webinar not to be missed. Attendees will not only
Rooted @ Cornerstone Church
Rooted invites you to connect with God, others, and your purpose in unexpected, life-changing ways. Whether you are curious about Jesus, you are new to the faith, or you have been following Jesus for years, Rooted is for you! Rooted is a commitment, but we believe it is worth it to invest in the entire
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Sarah Bush Lincoln Holiday Festival
SBL Holiday Festival set to Kick off November 10 Celebrate the holiday season by joining Sarah Bush Lincoln at its annual Holiday Festival in November. The online auction is free and open to the public. The Gala and Live Auction requires a $85 admission ticket. With the theme “Home for the Holidays,” the festival will
Effingham Jr. High School Musical – Monty Python’s Spamalot
Tickets go on sale November 2 in the EJHS front lobby (M-F 7:30a-8a; 12p-12:30p; or 5p-5:30p)*. *no ticket sales on November 8 or 11 (no school) Cost: $8 each Performance Dates: Thursday, November 10 @ 7p Friday, November 11 @ 7p Saturday, November 12 @ 7p Sunday, November 13 @ 2p
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Community Blood Drive @ Cornerstone Church
Appointments encouraged. The blood drive will take place in the gym. Please click the link below to get started! Please share to help promote this much-needed blood drive! Many thanks!!! To schedule an appointment, please visit https://redcrossblood.org. Questions should be directed to Kay Pemberton at (217) 342-6770.
Altamont Hometown Christmas
The Altamont Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Hometown Christmas at the triangle November 11-12. There will be family-friendly activities including an ice-skating rink, train rides, food vendors, and a Friday night tree lighting ceremony. Follow our Facebook page for event updates!
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Altamont Hometown Christmas
The Altamont Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Hometown Christmas at the triangle November 11-12. There will be family-friendly activities including an ice-skating rink, train rides, food vendors, and a Friday night tree lighting ceremony. Follow our Facebook page for event updates!
Effingham Jr. High School Musical – Monty Python’s Spamalot
Tickets go on sale November 2 in the EJHS front lobby (M-F 7:30a-8a; 12p-12:30p; or 5p-5:30p)*. *no ticket sales on November 8 or 11 (no school) Cost: $8 each Performance Dates: Thursday, November 10 @ 7p Friday, November 11 @ 7p Saturday, November 12 @ 7p Sunday, November 13 @ 2p
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Effingham Jr. High School Musical – Monty Python’s Spamalot
Tickets go on sale November 2 in the EJHS front lobby (M-F 7:30a-8a; 12p-12:30p; or 5p-5:30p)*. *no ticket sales on November 8 or 11 (no school) Cost: $8 each Performance Dates: Thursday, November 10 @ 7p Friday, November 11 @ 7p Saturday, November 12 @ 7p Sunday, November 13 @ 2p
Effingham County Museum Open House – 10 Year Anniversary
To commemorate the 10 year anniversary of the Museum’s opening, The Effingham County Museum will host on Sunday, November 13, 2022, an Open House from 2 PM to 4 PM. Light refreshments will be served. On November 11, 2012, the Effingham County Museum opened its first floor to the public. The transformation of the courthouse began in
St. Paul Blue Point Lutheran Church Annual Soup Supper
Join us for the Ladies Aid Annual Soup Supper at St. Paul Blue Point Lutheran Church on Sunday, November 13, 2022, from 4:00 - 7:00 pm. The event is free will donation with dine-in or carry-out options available. There will also be a craft bazaar and bake sale. Menu includes chili, chicken noodle soup, barbecue,
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Operation Christmas Child Drop Off @ Cornerstone Church
Cornerstone Church is happy to partner with Operation Christmas Child, a project of the International Relief Organization, Samaritan's Purse. Their mission is to provide local partners around the world with shoebox gifts filled with small toys, hygiene items and school supplies as a means of reaching out to children in their own communities with the
FACE Community Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Youth-Adult Vocalists Welcome/All Abilities - Set List Includes all Kinds of Holiday Selections Rehearsals: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 10 - November 28 FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Saturday, December 3 @ 5p | Effingham Courthouse Museum Sunday, December 4 @ 2p | Cross Chapel/Foyer Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our
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Community Blood Drive @ HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital
Effingham, IL - HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital will host a Community Blood Drive from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm on Tuesday, November 15th at 503 N. Maple, inside Auditorium, Use Pre-surgical entrance What: HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Community Blood Drive When: Tuesday, November 15th, 7:30 am - 12:30 pm Where: Auditorium, Use Pre
Virtual Job Fair & Networking Event for Early Childhood Providers
Love working with children? Effingham employers are looking to add you to their teams! Join us on Nov. 15th at 10:00am for a virtual job fair and networking event highlighting early childhood career opportunities here in Effingham County. Register today! Cost: $0 Registration required -------------> Questions should be directed to: Johnna Schultz | info@ilbusinessnavigators.com
DCFS Virtual Employment Workshop – November 2022
Join an Illinois Department of Children & Family Services employment webinar and make a difference for children & families. DCFS will be providing information about the positions that they are seeking to fill and how to apply for employment and complete applications. November workshop password is Kids111522. They are seeking qualified candidates such as child
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Top Community Leaders Under 40 and Up & Coming Leaders Awards Dinner
Top Community Leaders possess empathy, the ability to inspire, strong communication skills, & pride in their community. Help us celebrate these individuals at the 2022 Top Community Leaders Dinner presented by HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital & Washington Savings Bank on Wednesday, November 16. We will be honoring our 15th Annual Class of Top Leaders
What Every Illinois Employer Should Know About Unemployment Claims and Dealing with Unemployment Fraud (Webinar)
Join Labor & Employment Attorney, Mike Wong of SmithAmundsen LLC, as he addresses pro-active steps to take to strengthen your protest of Illinois unemployment claims and dealing with unemployment fraud. When registering, please indicate Effingham COUNTY CHAMBER in the "Learned About it From" drop down to receive member pricing.
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Boutique Blvd Shimmer & Shine
Boutique Blvd returns to Effingham for the greatest shopping event of the season! Come see your favorite Boutiques under one roof for a two-day shopping event! Perfect event to get some Christmas gift shopping done! Dates & Times: Friday November 18, 4-8pm Saturday the 19, 10am-4pm Cost: $5 free for kids 10 & under Follow
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Boutique Blvd Shimmer & Shine
Boutique Blvd returns to Effingham for the greatest shopping event of the season! Come see your favorite Boutiques under one roof for a two-day shopping event! Perfect event to get some Christmas gift shopping done! Dates & Times: Friday November 18, 4-8pm Saturday the 19, 10am-4pm Cost: $5 free for kids 10 & under Follow
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Community Blood Drive @ Effingham Event Center
Effingham, IL - Effingham Event Center will host a Community Blood Drive from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm on Monday, November 21st at 1501 W. Fayette Ave., inside Banquet Room What: Effingham Event Center Community Blood Drive When: Monday, November 21st | 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Where: Banquet Room, 1501 W. Fayette Ave., Effingham,
FACE Community Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Youth-Adult Vocalists Welcome/All Abilities - Set List Includes all Kinds of Holiday Selections Rehearsals: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 10 - November 28 FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Saturday, December 3 @ 5p | Effingham Courthouse Museum Sunday, December 4 @ 2p | Cross Chapel/Foyer Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our
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Community Blood Drive at Sarah Bush Lincoln
Effingham, IL - Sarah Bush Lincoln will host a Community Blood Drive from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Tuesday, November 22nd at 1303 W Evergreen Ave, inside Donor Bus in the parking lot. What: Sarah Bush Lincoln Community Blood Drive When: Tuesday, November 22 | 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Where:1303 W Evergreen Ave,
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Walking Through Wonderland: A Visit Effingham Experience
You’re invited to an enchanting Visit Effingham experience! Walking Through Wonderland will host its 2nd annual walk-thru event Wednesday, November 23rd from 5 – 8:30 p.m. For one night only, the Wonderland in Lights will close to all vehicles and offer visitors an opportunity to get up close and personal with our larger-than-life light displays.
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Chamber Office Closed
Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 24 & Friday, November 25 to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. We assure you that all your emails & calls will be answered as soon as we return to the office. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Chamber Office Closed
Our office will be closed on Thursday, November 24 & Friday, November 25 to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. We assure you that all your emails & calls will be answered as soon as we return to the office. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Breakfast with Santa
Lakeside EMS is Partnering with "Fostering Christmas One Toy At A Time" and hosting a Breakfast With Santa at our Station at 815 S Maple. NO COST, just a free-will donation or toy! All proceeds and toys go to making sure every local foster kiddo has a very merry Christmas! Amazing breakfast will be served,
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Community Blood Drive @ Effingham Event Center
Effingham, IL - Effingham Event Center will host a Community Blood Drive from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm on Monday, November 28. What: Effingham Event Center Community Blood Drive When: Monday, November 28 | 1:00 pm ‑ 5:00 pm Where: 1501 W. Fayette Ave., Effingham, IL
FACE Community Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Youth-Adult Vocalists Welcome/All Abilities - Set List Includes all Kinds of Holiday Selections Rehearsals: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 10 - November 28 FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Saturday, December 3 @ 5p | Effingham Courthouse Museum Sunday, December 4 @ 2p | Cross Chapel/Foyer Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our
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Chamber Destinations Travel Program – Upcoming Informational Meeting: Ireland
The Chamber Destinations Travel Program will host an informational meeting on Wednesday, November 30 at 5:00 p.m. at the Siemer Milling Company located at 111 W Main St., Teutopolis. A representative from Collette, a world premier travel company, will present: Shades of Ireland Trip details include: October 18 – 27, 2023 10 days, 13 meals
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Business Navigators Alliance Highlights Hometown Holiday Happenings
Join the Illinois Business Navigator Alliance of Southcentral & Southeastern Illinois as they help you plan to celebrate and shop locally this December with their Hometown Holiday Happenings webinar, Thursday, Dec. 1 at noon. This online event highlights seasonal events happening across the region. Register now for the webinar to learn more about how communities
Big Brothers Big Sisters Holiday Auction
The Silent Auction begins online on November 29th and runs until 8pm on December 1st. Registration for silent auction will open on Nov. 29. The Live Auction will take place at the Moose Lodge in Mattoon on December 1st. The doors open at 6pm, Auction starts at 7pm. Cost: $0 no registration required to attend
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First Friday Luncheon – Economic Forecast
Join us for the December First Friday Luncheon at the Keller Convention Center. Topic: Economic Forecast Featured Speakers: Lucinda Hart, CAE, MBA - President & CEO | Effingham County Chamber (Chamber) Todd Hull - Economic Development Director | City of Effingham (City) Scott Cruz - Officer | Greensfelder (legislative) Featured Business: CQI Associates Cost: $20 per
CNA Classes – Mandatory Orientation & Informational Session
Evergreen will be hosting CNA classes Dec.7th-Jan 20th, after successful completion of the course and certification you will work as a full time CNA at Evergreen or Newton Care Center for a minimum of 6 months. Informational meeting to be held on December 2, 2022 from 11a-1p.
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Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas 2022
Enjoy the traditions of Christmas in Downtown Effingham with Santa, a LIVE reindeer, kids activities, variety of food & non-food vendors + more presented by the Downtown Effingham Business Group & McHugh Hospitality Group/Hampton Inn & Suites. Event Times*: 11:15a-1:30p | Pizza with Santa @ Joe's Pizza 1-3p | Winter Market Sip 'n Shop @
FACE Christmas Concert Tour
Open to the public, free of charge, and feature FACE Orchestra & Christmas Choir Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our Facebook page for new events & updates.