Calendar of Events
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Discovery Christian School: Accepting New Student Applications
Discovery Christian School is excited to welcome new students for the 2025-2026 academic year! How to Apply:Interested families should email the school office with their child’s name and the grade they will be entering. Once received, the office will provide a link to complete the online registration process. 🔹 If a grade level is full,
EARS Bingo Brunch
EARS Bingo Brunch | Sunday, March 30, 2025 Cost: Registration is required | $45 per person. Includes brunch buffet catered by Don Pedro’s, Two Drink Tickets for either Don Pedro Margaritas or Village Wine’s EARS Specialty Cocktail, and 10 games of BINGO with fun prizes!! Time: Doors open at 10:30a for check-in. Brunch and Bingo
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Thompson Auction Team Ribbon Cutting
We literally have something for everyone! Going to college, just married or starting out on your own and need furniture, beds, appliances, kitchenware, or even clothes? Are you a new or long-time collector or into arts and crafts? Handyman or woodworker? Or do you need to sell your land, home, or estate? Come check us
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Lunch & Learn – Nathan Jones (NASA Mars Simulator)
On Tuesday, April 8, we will host a fascinating Lunch & Learn featuring Nathan Jones at the Effingham Event Center from 11:30a-1p. Nathan will share insights from his work with NASA, including the role of analog missions, the CHAPEA (Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog) program, and the science of human space exploration. Learn about
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Coffee & Connections @ Canarm | Small Business Marketing Roundtable
Marketing your small business can feel overwhelming—but you’re not in it alone! Join us for a dynamic and interactive Small Business Marketing Roundtable, moderated by Clint Holkenbrink & Brittany Blank of Wabash Communications. This session is designed for small business owners looking for practical, real-world marketing insights. 🔹 Discuss marketing challenges with fellow business owners.🔹
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Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting @ Meraki Health
The Effingham County Chamber invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of Meraki Health’s new Effingham clinic with a special Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting event. This pediatric & adult outpatient therapy office is now part of the Chamber and the local business community, and attendees are encouraged to join in the celebration.
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Downtown Effingham Bunny Bash
Join us downtown for our 1st EVER Bunny Bash! On April 11th, participating businesses will have FIVE easter eggs filled with a coupon or promo for one of the other participating businesses! Saturday morning each store will put FIVE more eggs out for you to find! On Saturday, April 12th, Boots & Soles, The Beanstalk
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Bunny Bash Egg Hunt @ Community Park
On Saturday, April 12th, Boots & Soles, The Beanstalk Boutique, Party Worx, and Fifth Third Bank are putting on an Easter Egg hunt for kids 8 and under at Community Park starting at 9AM! The Egg hunt will continue to Downtown Effingham where kids can find eggs hidden OUTSIDE of businesses in downtown Effingham! Follow
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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, April 14 at 1501 W. Fayette Ave., inside Banquet Room What: Effingham Event Center Community Blood Drive When: Monday, April 14, 1:00 pm
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Community Blood Drive @ St. Anthony High School
St Anthony High School will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, April 16 at 304 E. Roadway Ave., inside Cafeteria - Sponsored by Student Council What: St. Anthony High School Community Blood Drive
Lake Land College Business Job Fair
Lake Land College Career Services invites you to participate in our upcoming Business Job Fair. This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with students seeking employment and internship opportunities in various business-related fields. 📅 Date: April 16, 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Location: Lake Land College, Webb Hall 081 Click here to register. This job fair is a
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Chamber Spring Radio Day with WCRC
2025 Spring Lineup: 9-9:30a | HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital 9:30-10a | United Way of Effingham County 10-10:30a | Kingery Printing Company 10:30-11a | Sport Designs & Graphics 11-11:30a | Rumpke Waste 11:30a-12p | Federated Auto Parts/Fisher Auto Parts 1-1:30p | CORE Academy 1:30-2p | First Mid Bank & Trust 2-2:30p | American Fiber Network
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Flying Buddha Free Mini Sessions Day
Experience something new and energizing at Flying Buddha Fitness! On Saturday, April 19, the studio is offering FREE 20-minute mini sessions in Bungee Fitness, Aerial Yoga, and Flying Pilates. These fun, low-pressure sessions are a great way to get a feel for each class and find your new favorite workout. Spots are limited, so early
Legacy Harley-Davidson Easter Egg Hunt
Bring out the whole family for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! Five age groups (0-10 years old), big prizes in each age group and candy filled eggs, of course! Don’t forget your basket! Event questions can be directed to: Matt Davidson | 217-342-3494 | matt@legacyhd.com Follow the event on Facebook!
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Business After Hours @ Villas of Holly Brook
Join the Effingham County Chamber for a Business After Hours event at Villas of Holly Brook Effingham on Thursday, April 24, from 4:30-7p. Villas of Holly Brook offers premier assisted living and memory care services, providing a comfortable, engaging, and supportive environment for residents. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the community, connect with
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Survivor Breakfast – Relay For Life Effingham County
Relay For Life of Effingham County is celebrating all cancer survivors with a Survivor Breakfast on Saturday, April 26th, 2025. All Cancer Survivors (anyone currently battling or has previously battled cancer) are invited to come along with 1 Caregiver to enjoy FREE Survivor Breakfast. Join us anytime between 7 am - 10 am and enjoy
Legacy Harley-Davidson – Blessing of the Bikes
Join us for our annual “Blessing of the Bikes” We will be serving a free breakfast starting at 9am (while supplies last). Kickstands up at 11am for our ride over to the cross to hold the blessing. Follow the event on Facebook. Event contact: Matt @ Legacy Harley-Davidson 217-342-3494
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DIY Hat Burning Fundraiser for LeAnn’s Light
DIY Hat Branding Event at Tuscan Hills Winery Date & Time: Wednesday, April 30 | 6p-9p Location: Tuscan Hills Winery Create a hat that’s 100% your own at this hands-on DIY Hat Branding Event! Choose your hat, design your pattern, and burn it in yourself to make a true masterpiece. With over 200 stencils available
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Business After Hours @ Merz Heating & AIr
Join us for an evening of networking and meaningful connections at this month’s Chamber Business After Hours. Save the date, bring your business cards, and take the opportunity to engage with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and strengthen community ties.
Community Blood Drive @ Family Care Associates
Family Care Associates will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thursday, May 1 at 1106 N Merchant St, inside Parking Lot. What: Family Care Associates Community Blood Drive When: Thursday, May 1, 10:00 am
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Become a Foster Parent
Let It Be Us offers a series of virtual educational events on topics surrounding Foster Care and Adoption in the State of Illinois. Our Live Foster Parent Recruitment Events are the in-person portion of this series. Are you interested in learning more about the Illinois child welfare system, what it means to be a foster
Unit 40 Mentoring Program Trivia Night
The Effingham Unit 40 Mentoring Advisory Board will hold its 7th annual Trivia Night! Date: Saturday, May 3rd Location: Effingham Event Center located at 1501 W Fayette Avenue, Effingham, IL 62401 Time: Doors open at 6:00PM with the contest beginning at 7:00PM Theme: Kentucky Derby Cost: $200 for an 8 person team ***Limited to 40