Events

Eastern Illinois University encourages the entire EIU Family and interested community residents to save the dates from October 19 through October 24, 2026 to celebrate Homecoming 2026 in Charleston, Illinois.

Glik’s is celebrating 129 years! Join us for sales all week, Give Back Thursday benefiting E.A.R.S., and The Traveling Mug coffee truck here 10am-2pm on Saturday! Questions? Call (217) 342-9503

Collecting Non-Perishable & Monetary Donations for the Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry. Refreshments available & each person making a donation will be entered to win a gift basket. Questions? Contact: Dawn

Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume for a night of FREE fun! Anyone is welcome to this community event hosted by Effingham County Connections. Community agencies will be there