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Washington Savings Bank Reverse Advent Calendar
Join us in giving back this holiday season with our Reverse Advent Calendar! Each day in December, we invite you to drop off food donations at any of our branches in Mattoon or Effingham during our regular hours. We’ve provided daily suggestions, but feel free to donate any suitable non-perishable items on any day that
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First Friday Luncheon – Ugly Sweater Party
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with laughter, music, and a bit of friendly competition! Join us for a festive afternoon at the Chamber Holiday Party, where tacky Christmas sweaters are highly encouraged and holiday cheer is in full supply! Date: Friday, December 6 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Location: Keller Convention Center/Holiday
Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make
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Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas 2024
Join us in celebrating cherished Christmas traditions and creating unforgettable family memories at the Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas, presented by HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital! Enjoy enchanting horse-drawn carriage rides, whimsical tractor train rides, meet an adorable live reindeer, and be entertained by beloved Christmas and Disney characters. Sip on warm and delightful hot drinks,
Breakfast with Santa
Celebrate the holiday season with the annual Breakfast with Santa hosted by the Unit 40 Education Foundation. Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast served with a side of rope sausage, coffee, orange juice, or milk. Kids will love creating a specialty Snowman Pancake. There will be a Santa Shoppe for kids to purchase goodies. Enjoy taking
Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas Shopping
Before the Hometown Christmas festivities officially begin at 3pm, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hometown Christmas Shopping in the heart of Effingham. It's your chance to experience the true essence of the season while supporting local businesses and eateries. Explore charming boutiques: Stroll along the picturesque streets of downtown Effingham, where quaint boutiques
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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 with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 12:30p-5:30p on Tuesday, December 10th at 503 N. Maple, inside Auditorium (Use Pre-Surgical Entrance) What: HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Community Blood Drive When: Tuesday, December
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FREE Laundry Day
Effingham County ROSC & our 2024-2025 Sponsors are providing FREE Laundry Days for the community September '24- January '25! Quarters, detergent, dryer sheets, and various resources will be provided. First come, first serve. Last wash load starts at 12:30pm. Questions: Samantha Hicks, Effingham Co ROSC Coordinator (217) 663-0823; samanthah@hourhouserecovery.org Follow us on Facebook Check out our
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Business After Hours @ Roy Schmidt Honda
Network with other Chamber members at the very last 2024 Business After Hours! Tour their showroom to see what Christmas gift you can purchase for your loved ones! Enjoy delicious appetizers, refreshing beverages, and interesting conversation!
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Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make
4 events,
Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make
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Community Blood Drive @ Effingham Event Center
Effingham Event Center will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm on Monday, December 16 at 1501 W. Fayette Ave., inside Banquet Room. What: Effingham Event Center Community Blood Drive When: Monday, December 16, 1:00 pm
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Community Blood Drive @ Dieterich Community Civic Center
Dieterich High School will be hosting an American Red Cross blood drive. Come donate and help with the blood shortage! Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule your appointment. Follow our Facebook Page for updated details, events, & news.
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Community Blood Drive – Effingham Blood Donation Center
Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule your appointment.
Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make
4 events,
Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make
3 events,
Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make
3 events,
Tinsel & Tails
EARS is teaming up with Cardinal Golf Course to bring a new holiday tradition to Effingham, Tinsel & Tails. Every Friday & Saturday evening from 11/29 - 12/28 families will take a golf cart ride and be delighted by spectacular light displays along the golf course, sip on hot chocolate, enjoy warm snacks, and make