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Sunday Brunch @ Taqueria Don Pedro
Don't forget our monthly brunch is this Sunday with @taqueriadonpedro.us ! We'll have the Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar ready to go. Starts at 10am...yeah we're opening early! Stay updated by following our Facebook Page.
Emily Anne & Clayton Burke – Sunday Funday
Join us for Sunday Funday with Emily Anne & Clayton Burke. Follow our Facebook page for updates & details.
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Chamber Energy Program Office Hours
The Effingham County Chamber has partnered with nationally recognized energy management experts and consultants, CQI Associates, to run the energy cooperative. The Chamber Energy Co-Op program provides competitive electric and natural gas rates for your business. CQI’s 25-plus years of experience provides the best option for stabilizing your utility expenses. There is no better time
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Overview of Financial Capital Resources for Small Businesses
Is access to financial capital important for your business? During the monthly Online with OMEE series, Team OMEE provides the latest financial capital resources offered across the sectors, state & federal programs, and other opportunities for business owners & entrepreneurs. Wednesday | March 1, 2023 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM | VIRTUAL | REGISTER
Prevailing Wage Updates for 2023 and Beyond! (Webinar)
Join Labor & Employment Attorney, Jeffrey Risch, for a timely webinar discussing and examining the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, and, more importantly, what the current Administration will do and say in administering and enforcing the law. Of course, new legislative changes (including electronic submission of certified transcript of payroll information and new automatic public disclosure
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First Friday Luncheon – Expungement Day Informational Meeting
Join us for the March First Friday Luncheon at the Holiday Inn Effingham! Topic: Expungement Day Informational Meeting Speakers: Kaye DeSelms Dent, Managing Partner | Dent Coulson Elder Law, LLC Susan Zielke, Managing Attorney | Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, Eastern Regional Office Minor past infractions can sometimes be a bar to employment or promotion
Jedco Sales Inc Spring Sale
Questions? Call Laren Dial at (217) 342-3407 or email sales@jedcosales.com
Community Blood Drive at Cornerstone Christian Church
Date & Time: Friday, March 3, 2023 | 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm Location: Cornerstone Church Gym Appointments encouraged, please visit https://redcrossblood.org. Interested in volunteering? Please click this link to get started! Please share our Facebook Event to help promote this much-needed blood drive!
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Jedco Sales Inc Spring Sale
Questions? Call Laren Dial at (217) 342-3407 or email sales@jedcosales.com
Catholic Charities Trivia Night
Tickets can be purchased: •by clicking here •at the door Questions: email mkingery_cceff@ccdio.org Follow our Facebook Event Page for the most up to date details.
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Community Blood Drive at Teutopolis Banquet Hall
Appointments encouraged, please visit https://redcrossblood.org. Interested in volunteering? Please click the link to get started!
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Nuts and Bolts of HR: For Professionals at All Levels (Effingham)
HR professionals are constantly being inundated with changes to employment laws and regulations. The “Nuts-and-Bolts” of human resources are all the black-and-white, day-to-day duties that HR associates and supervisors deal with on a regular basis that tie into employee management and make up this component of what HR does every day. When registering, please indicate
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event
St. Anthony’s will hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness events on Wednesdays in March starting March 8 in the lobby of HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center, located at 900 W. Temple Ave., Building B. Stop by anytime between the hours of 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about your screening options. Please wear a non-cloth, medical-grade
Community Blood Drive at Watson Civic Center
Appointments encouraged, please visit https://redcrossblood.org. Interested in volunteering? Please click the link to get started!
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DCFS Virtual Employment Workshop – March 2023
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. March workshop password is Kids030923. They are seeking qualified candidates such as child
Family Life Center Vision Tour, Open House & Ultrasound Blessing by Knights of Columbus
Family Life Center will be having a Vision Tour/Open House at their location from 5-7pm. Please join them for a tour of their facility, appetizers, and dessert as we celebrate this generous gift! At 6pm, the Effingham Knights of Columbus will have an official presentation of the ultrasound machine they donated to the center and
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2nd Annual Women in Business Workshop
The 2nd Annual Chamber Women in Business Workshop, presented by Visiting Angels & Whitney Roofing, is designed to educate, encourage & inspire women. We will focus on helping women gain confidence, strengthen communication skills, cultivate relationships, practice self-care, and support each other's personal & professional success. Featured Presenters: Maggie Meylor, Certified Professional Life & Business
Holding Space When Trauma Occurs – Creating Safety When the World Feels Unsafe
This virtual training will focus on ways we can understand trauma, hold space for trauma, and continue learning new ways to provide trauma informed care. We will also look at the ways we must care for ourselves, utilize supervision and mentorship, and build self-compassion skills that can further our career and ability to hold space
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Rotary Comedy Night
Rotary Comedy Night is back. This event supports free heart screenings at Sarah Bush Lincoln for high school athletes. TICKETS - $50 each Available in the Health Foundation or from Rotarians. For more information, call the Foundation at 217-258-2511. Follow us on Facebook for the most up to date details.
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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 7:30 am to 12:30 pm on Tuesday, March 14th at 503 N. Maple, inside Auditorium - Use Pre-surgical entrance What: HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
Effingham County Cultural Center & Museum Monthly Membership Meeting
ECCCMA Membership & Board Annual Meeting, March 14, 2023 6:00 p.m. Call to order Secretary’s report Treasurer’s report Old Business Nellie Bly presentation with Library Accession Room project New Business Election of Board Quarterly newsletter Annual Report StEPS Webpage Docents Problem with east side door Other Adjournment *************************************************** The following will be on the ballot:
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event
St. Anthony’s will hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness events on Wednesdays in March starting March 8 in the lobby of HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center, located at 900 W. Temple Ave., Building B. Stop by anytime between the hours of 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about your screening options. Please wear a non-cloth, medical-grade
Reaching Rural Veterans
Where: Enduring Freedom Ministries, 304 Southwest St., IL When: Wednesday, March 15 | 12p-2p What: The day will include great resources for Veterans and drawings for prizes, too. Receive free hair cuts, groceries, clothes, and a hot meal....all FREE! Contact the office at (217) 868-5293 for more information. Office hours are Tues, Wed., &
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Expanding HER Opportunities – Certify Your Business as Women-Owned (Webinar)
Learn how certifying as a women-owned business can expand opportunities including government contracting, connecting with buyers looking to meet their federal subcontracting goals, access to leads for bids and proposals and marketing opportunities exclusive to those who have certifications. Presented during Team RED’s monthly webinar series, attendees will also learn about no-cost resources to assist
Community Blood Drive @ Sarah Bush Lincoln Bonutti Clinic
Effingham, IL - Sarah Bush Lincoln Bonutti Clinic 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 3:00 pm on Thursday, March 16th at 1303 W Evergreen Ave, inside Donor Bus in the parking lot What: Sarah Bush Lincoln
Get Ready For It: Illinois Paid Leave Law Requirements for Employers (Webinar)
The Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act will make Illinois just the third state to pass a law mandating paid leave for ALL employees for any reason. While the law does not go into effect until January 1, 2024, now is the time to review your current policies and practices and consider what you
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Tools for Economic Development Workshop
Join us on March 17th, at the IECC West Richland Center, 320 E. North Ave., Noble for the "Tools for Economic Development" Workshop! This will be a great day of opportunity for education about tools that exist in your community such as TIF, Enterprise Zones, Opportunity Zones, Business Districts, Main Street and Tourism, and Strategic
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St. Pat’s Bash
Sacred Heart Parish presents St. Pat's Bash! ++Live Auction ++Silent Auction ++50/50 Drawing ++Raffle ++Entertainment Date & Time: Saturday, March 18, 2023 5:15pm | Doors Open 5:45pm | Dinner: Ochs Street Smoked Meats 7:00pm | Entertainment: Windy City Dueling Pianos Location: Effingham Event Center 1501 W Fayette Avenue, Effingham Menu: Pork Loin, Smoked Garlic Chicken,
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Community Blood Drive at 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, March 20th at 1501 W. Fayette Ave., inside Banquet Room What: Effingham Event Center Community Blood Drive When: Monday, March 20th | 1:00
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Myths and Pitfalls: Navigating the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Claim (Springfield, IL)
In this two-hour presentation, attorneys Colin Mills and Frank Johnston will hit on the myths and pitfalls of Illinois Workers’ Compensation cases with a focused discussion on claims handling questions commonly heard from employers, carriers, and third-party administrators. When registering, please indicate Effingham COUNTY CHAMBER in the "Learned About it From" drop down to receive
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event
St. Anthony’s will hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness events on Wednesdays in March starting March 8 in the lobby of HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center, located at 900 W. Temple Ave., Building B. Stop by anytime between the hours of 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about your screening options. Please wear a non-cloth, medical-grade
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Effingham County Career Fair (In-Person)
Looking for a new career? Planning ahead for your future? Getting back into the work force? Need a change of scenery? If so, the Effingham County Career Fair, presented by the Effingham County Chamber & City of Effingham, is your chance to learn about various employment opportunities right here in your county. Interact with local
Business After Hours @ Drs. Sehy and Jones
Network with other Chamber members at the March Business After Hours!
Sip for a Cause with James Johann
James Johann is coming to Tuscan Hills Winery March 23, 2023! Proceeds of the event benefit United Way of Effingham County. Individual tickets available and *only FOUR* VIP tables available for purchase, so don't wait! VIP Tables include preferred seating for eight and two complimentary bottles of wine and appetizers. Join us for a night
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Back to Business (B2B) Grants for Creative Arts, Hotels & Restaurants WEBINAR
Please join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a webinar to learn more about the latest Covid relief grant opportunity for the hotel, restaurant and arts industries. During this webinar, we will share information about the three grant programs, eligibility guidelines, how to apply and resources for technically assistance. Registration required. More
Downtown Effingham Spring Open House
Mark your calendars for March 24 - 25, 2023 and enjoy a weekend of shopping in downtown Effingham for the Downtown Spring Open House! Many downtown retail shops and restaurants will be participating and have exciting new products for Spring! • Friday, March 24: 10am - 7pm • Saturday, March 25: 10am - 2pm Participating
Spring Open House/Easter Bunny Pics
Join us for our yearly Spring Open House THIS Friday and Saturday! The Easter Bunny is hopping in for pictures over at Humbled Soul Boutique on Friday 5p-7p and Saturday 10a-12p! Pictures are FREE! Extended shopping hours and promotions to get you in the Spring spirit! Follow our Facebook Event Page for the most up
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Legacy Harley-Davidson – Spring Season Opener
Join us for our 2023 Spring Season Opener. We will have Lee's Smoking-Q food truck on site. You'll have the opportunity to Spin the Wheel and also to register for prizes. It will be a day of fun and Harley's... what more could you ask for.... plan on joining us! Follow the event on Facebook.
Spring Open House/Easter Bunny Pics
Join us for our yearly Spring Open House THIS Friday and Saturday! The Easter Bunny is hopping in for pictures over at Humbled Soul Boutique on Friday 5p-7p and Saturday 10a-12p! Pictures are FREE! Extended shopping hours and promotions to get you in the Spring spirit! Follow our Facebook Event Page for the most up
Downtown Effingham Spring Open House
Mark your calendars for March 24 - 25, 2023 and enjoy a weekend of shopping in downtown Effingham for the Downtown Spring Open House! Many downtown retail shops and restaurants will be participating and have exciting new products for Spring! • Friday, March 24: 10am - 7pm • Saturday, March 25: 10am - 2pm Participating
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Community Blood Drive at Sacred Heart Church
Sacred Heart Church 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 1:00 pm on Sunday, March 26th at 405 S. Henrietta, inside Parish Center What: Sacred Heart Church Community Blood Drive When: Sunday, March 26th | 9:00 am
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Community Blood Drive at Effingham Event Center
Appointments encouraged, please visit https://redcrossblood.org. Interested in volunteering? Please click the link to get started!
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event
St. Anthony’s will hold Colorectal Cancer Awareness events on Wednesdays in March starting March 8 in the lobby of HSHS St. Anthony’s Health Center, located at 900 W. Temple Ave., Building B. Stop by anytime between the hours of 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to learn about your screening options. Please wear a non-cloth, medical-grade
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Navigating the Minefield of Permanent Restrictions (Lisle, IL)
Companies, after providing medical care and temporary disability payments to an injured worker, are too often faced with the additional challenges posed by a worker who is left with permanent restrictions as a result of their work injury. We will discuss the obligations of the claims professionals in those situations, and effective strategies to minimize
31st Annual 8th Grade Career Conference: Your Next Step Forward
The 2023 8th Grade Career Conference will bring almost 2,000 eighth graders and their educators from surrounding communities to Lake Land College’s campus to learn about future career options. Your business’ participation in this exciting conference is vital to educating students about career paths and choices within our communities as they prepare to choose their
Back to Business (B2B) Grants for Creative Arts, Hotels & Restaurants WEBINAR
Please join the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for a webinar to learn more about the latest COVID relief grant opportunity for the hotel, restaurant and arts industries. During this webinar, we will share information about the three grant programs, eligibility guidelines, how to apply and resources for technically assistance. Host: Kala Lambert,
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31st Annual 8th Grade Career Conference: Your Next Step Forward
The 2023 8th Grade Career Conference will bring almost 2,000 eighth graders and their educators from surrounding communities to Lake Land College’s campus to learn about future career options. Your business’ participation in this exciting conference is vital to educating students about career paths and choices within our communities as they prepare to choose their
31st Annual 8th Grade Career Conference: Your Next Step Forward (Afternoon Session)
The 2023 8th Grade Career Conference will bring almost 2,000 eighth graders and their educators from surrounding communities to Lake Land College’s campus to learn about future career options. Your business’ participation in this exciting conference is vital to educating students about career paths and choices within our communities as they prepare to choose their
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10th Annual United Way Barstool Golf 2023
It’s no foolin’ that Barstool Golf is BACK! The event will be held April 1, 2023. Registration will start at 11AM at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall. Shuttle services will be provided! Preregistration lasts until March 27, 2023. The cost is $25 per person / $100 per team. $125 per team on day of event. The
Rock for Kids 2023
Join us for this fun event to support Crisis Nursery of Effingham County! Rock for Kids is a concert that brings together local musicians and talent to raise support for children and families in the Effingham Community. This year's line-up consists of Danny Shelton & the Bird Dogs, St. Francis Children’s Choir, and The Surviving

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