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
OSHA Updates for 2025 and Tips for Managing an OSHA Inspection (Webinar)
This webinar will cover important OSHA updates for 2025, including those relating to OSHA’s current activities and OSHA’s ongoing enforcement efforts. The presentation will also cover the typical progression of an OSHA inspection, and provide practical tips for successfully managing an OSHA inspection and ensuring no citations are issued. Finally, the presentation will discuss how
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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
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 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm on Tuesday, April 8 at 503 N. Maple, inside Auditorium (Use Pre-Surgical Entrance) What: HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital Community Blood
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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.
How to Conduct Thorough and Effective Workplace Investigations (Webinar)
This webinar will unpack the skills and best practices needed for conducting comprehensive workplace investigations that yield results companies can rely on when making important business or employment decisions. This program will address what constitutes a workplace complaint, when one should investigate, who is best positioned to investigate, and how to undertake a meaningful investigation.
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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
Are You Hiring? Interviewing Do’s and Don’ts for Employers (Webinar)
Hiring seems like it should be a straightforward, formulaic process - but the most consequential part of the process is typically tied to human interaction during the interview process. Common sense only goes so far. Employers must be aware of the potential missteps that they or their employees may make during the hiring and interview
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HR Roundtable (Microsoft Teams)
Why should you join our Virtual HR Roundtable? - This roundtable is for you - your hot topics, not a webinar where we present to you and determine the agenda. - There will be an HR consultant acting as facilitator (with hot topics in mind if needed) along with an attorney to answer any legal
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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 5-7p. 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
EARS Microchip Event
On-site microchipping at the EARS office in Effingham Date & Time: Saturday, April 26 | 10a-12p | No appointment needed No geography or number limit No cost * Freewill donation Contact EARS by phone/text at (217) 500-0231, online, or via Facebook.
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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.
Eighth Annual Women in Business Conference (Naperville)
Eighth Annual Women in Business Conference Date: May 1, 2025 Location: NIU Center Ballroom, 1120 E. Diehl Rd., Naperville, IL Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Join us for a day filled with insightful talks and networking opportunities with successful women from various industries across Illinois. This conference aims to equip you with the tools and connections needed
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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