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Chamber Office Closed
The Chamber office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. We wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday as we celebrate the birth of our nation! Regular business hours will resume on Friday, July 5th.
Effingham’s Splash on Wabash
Dive into summer fun at Wabash Communications Free Swim Night! Join us for an unforgettable evening of splashes and laughter as we kick off our series of five swim events for 2024! Whether you're a loyal customer or a member of the community, everyone is welcome to dive in and splash with Wabash. Date: July
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Community Blood Drive – Effingham Blood Donation Center
Visit RedCrossBlood.org to schedule your appointment.
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Effingham Farmers Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham offers fresh produce, plants, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 25, 2024 to October 26, 2024 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart at efm.art.rep@gmail.com. Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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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 7:30a-12:30p on Tuesday, July 9 at 503 N. Maple, inside Auditorium (Use Pre-Surgical Entrance). What: HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Community Blood Drive When: Tuesday, July 9;
FCC Vacation Bible School “Be Like Jesus”
Dates & Times: July 9, 10, 11, 12 | 5:30p - 8p Registration required Pre-register by 6/28/2024 to get a free camp t-shirt. There is a limit of 80 campers. Location: 901 N. Henrietta St. Effingham, IL. Questions: Cleone Bloemker or April Moeller First Christian Church (217) 342-6797 fcceffingham@gmail.com
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FCC Vacation Bible School “Be Like Jesus”
Dates & Times: July 9, 10, 11, 12 | 5:30p - 8p Registration required Pre-register by 6/28/2024 to get a free camp t-shirt. There is a limit of 80 campers. Location: 901 N. Henrietta St. Effingham, IL. Questions: Cleone Bloemker or April Moeller First Christian Church (217) 342-6797 fcceffingham@gmail.com
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Audit, Audit, Audit – Why all Illinois Employers Should Understand How to Audit Its Wage and Hour Records (Webinar)
With the U.S. Department of Labor increasing the salary threshold for exempt employees and employers changing job duties post Covid, it’s time for your organization to conduct a wage and hour audit! This webinar will discuss how employers can conduct wage and hour audits, in order to be in compliance with state and federal wage
FCC Vacation Bible School “Be Like Jesus”
Dates & Times: July 9, 10, 11, 12 | 5:30p - 8p Registration required Pre-register by 6/28/2024 to get a free camp t-shirt. There is a limit of 80 campers. Location: 901 N. Henrietta St. Effingham, IL. Questions: Cleone Bloemker or April Moeller First Christian Church (217) 342-6797 fcceffingham@gmail.com
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EffingHAM-JAM 2024
Put some pork on your fork at EffingHAM-JAM, presented by Koerner Distributor, Inc., on Friday, July 12. The Hometown Throwdown local BBQ competition sets the stage for a night of great BBQ, music, food, and fun! Your team of amateur BBQ enthusiasts can compete for category trophies, Top Hogs, and the Grand Champion team. The
Downtown Effingham Summer Sales Event
Participating Downtown Effingham businesses will offer phenomenal sales and discounts to clear their racks and make way for fall merchandise while savvy shoppers seek out the best deals in shopping, dining and more! July 12-13, 2024 Click here to follow the event on Facebook. Businesses will be posting their specials on our event page so
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Effingham Farmers Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham offers fresh produce, plants, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 25, 2024 to October 26, 2024 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart at efm.art.rep@gmail.com. Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
Downtown Effingham Summer Sales Event
Participating Downtown Effingham businesses will offer phenomenal sales and discounts to clear their racks and make way for fall merchandise while savvy shoppers seek out the best deals in shopping, dining and more! July 12-13, 2024 Click here to follow the event on Facebook. Businesses will be posting their specials on our event page so
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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, July 15 at 1501 W. Fayette Ave., inside Banquet Room What: Effingham Event Center Community Blood Drive When: Monday, July 15, 1:00 pm
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Fall Chrysanthemums Sale (Pre-Order)
Get ready for the Fall Chrysanthemums Sale! Pre-order your beautiful mums starting July 17 through August 26 by calling 217-347-7179 or contacting an employee at Heartland Human Services. The cash and carry event, along with pre-order pick-up, will take place on September 10 from 9 AM to 5 PM at Heartland Human Services. Choose from
Record Retention – Updates for 2024 and Beyond (Webinar)
Join John Hayes of Amundsen Davis, LLC for this must-see webinar as he presents the different types and lengths of record retention required under the various laws applicable to employers in Illinois, including best practices and any recent changes and updates to the governing laws. When registering, please indicate Effingham COUNTY CHAMBER in the "Learned
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Free Tea Day @ McAlisters Deli
FREE TEA ALL DAY On Thursday, July 18th, guests who visit the McAlister’s Deli - Effingham location will get a free 32-ounce, signature McAlister’s Famous Sweet Tea™. No coupon is required, and no purchase is necessary. Free Tea Day at the Effingham McAlister’s is an annual tradition that our guests look forward to all year
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SOLD OUT – First Friday Networking Luncheon @ Pinky’s at Lake Sara
Innovate your networking game with the Chamber's First Friday Network Luncheon! Launched in January 2023, this initiative seamlessly blends meaningful connections within our membership with a celebration of Effingham County's diverse culinary scene. Mark your calendars as we venture to a variety of local restaurants throughout Effingham County, creating the perfect backdrop for networking in
43rd Annual Jonah Fish Fry-All You Can Eat
Located at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on the blacktop between Montrose and Dieterich. All you can eat, dine in or carry out. Questions? Contact Lisa Miller at (217) 246-0348 Follow our Facebook Page!
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Effingham Farmers Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham offers fresh produce, plants, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 25, 2024 to October 26, 2024 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart at efm.art.rep@gmail.com. Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
Community Blood Drive @ Luke’s Bar & Grill
Luke's Bar & Grill will host a community blood drive with ImpactLife, the provider of blood components for local hospitals. The blood drive will be from10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, July 20 at 112 W Adam, inside the Donor Bus What: Luke's Bar & Grill Community Blood Drive When: Saturday, July 20, 10:00
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AAHA Accreditation Day
Come celebrate with us for being AAHA accredited since 2017! We will be having a microchip event with E.A.R.S starting at 12pm and ending at 2pm! Free Pup cups (whip cream) for our 4 legged friends! Bring your own chairs and hangout with us! Come donate to a rescue of your choosing for a chance
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Independent Contractor Agreements: Key Provisions for Enforceability & Protection (Webinar)
This webinar will address how to draft strong independent contractor agreements that can hold up in a dispute and protect your interests. It opens with an introduction to properly classifying workers as either employees or independent contractors, including why classification is such an important legal issue. The majority of the program will focus on the
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FREE Laundry Day
FREE Laundry Day for Effingham County is scheduled out through August. Effingham County ROSC and our 2024 Sponsors are providing FREE Laundry Days for the community April - August. Quarters, detergent, dryer sheets, and various resources will be provided. Snacks provided, first come, first serve. Questions: Samantha Hicks, Effingham Co ROSC Coordinator (217) 663-0823; samanthah@hourhouserecovery.org Follow
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Business After Hours & 55th Anniversary @ Kingery Printing
Join us for a fantastic evening of networking and community connections at our monthly Chamber's Business After Hours event! Hosted at a different member's business or organization each month, this is the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow Chamber members and engage with guests from our vibrant local community. Whether you're a seasoned Chamber member or
State and Local Tax Procedural Issues: Audits, Assessments, and Litigation: The Nitty-Gritty (Webinar)
States and local governments continue to be aggressive in auditing companies of all sizes. How companies handle tax audits can have a significant impact on the bottom line. Join us for a webinar featuring two attorneys who are very experienced in representing clients in state and local tax audits. Paul Bogdanski is a Managing Director
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Effingham County Fair 2024
Follow the Effingham County Fair Website or Facebook Page for updates to the below schedule. Click here for a PDF of the schedule.
Effingham Farmers Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham offers fresh produce, plants, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 25, 2024 to October 26, 2024 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart at efm.art.rep@gmail.com. Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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Ribbon Cutting @ Effingham County Fair
Join the community on Tuesday, July 30th, at 5:30 p.m. for the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Effingham County Fair. To mark this milestone, there will be a spectacular fireworks display that evening! A special recognition will be given to the generous donors who contributed to the $165,000 concrete area for
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Nuts and Bolts of HR: For Professionals at All Levels (Bloomington)
HR Professionals are constantly being inundated with changes in 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! Join Scott Cruz, Labor
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First Friday Breakfast – Kickoff to Education
Join us for a morning of inspiration at the Effingham County Chamber Kickoff to Education Breakfast! We're excited to showcase the ambitious goals of our local schools for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. This event provides a unique platform for community members to connect with educators, learn about innovative initiatives, and support the growth and
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Effingham Farmers Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham offers fresh produce, plants, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 25, 2024 to October 26, 2024 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart at efm.art.rep@gmail.com. Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.