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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We have approximately 60 vendors. Entertainment is available in the gazebos most Saturdays. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from June 14 to October 25, 2025 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We have approximately 60 vendors. Entertainment is available in the gazebos most Saturdays. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from June 14 to October 25, 2025 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We have approximately 60 vendors. Entertainment is available in the gazebos most Saturdays. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from June 14 to October 25, 2025 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart
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Chamber Office Closed
Our office will be closed on Friday, August 22 for the Chamber’s Fall Golf Outing. We’ll follow up on all calls and emails once we return on Monday, August 25.
Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Effingham Public Library
You're invited to join the Effingham Public Library for a special celebration! We’re marking the renovation and expansion of the Children’s Room at the Suzette Brumleve Memorial Effingham Public Library with a ribbon cutting and open house on Friday, August 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Stick around after the ribbon cutting for a special
Chamber Fall Golf Outing
Welcome to the Chamber’s Fall Golf Outing! We’re looking forward to seeing you Friday, August 22, at Cardinal Golf Course for a fun afternoon of golf, networking, and friendly competition. The outing begins with a noon shotgun start, and with only 24 team spots available, it’s sure to be a great day on the course.
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We have approximately 60 vendors. Entertainment is available in the gazebos most Saturdays. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from June 14 to October 25, 2025 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart
Family Mini Golf Outing
Family Mini Golf Outing - Sponsored by Effingham Imagination Library and Washington Savings Bank Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day on the mini golf course — all while supporting a great cause! Cost: $5 per person Children under 5 golf FREE! Learn about Effingham Imagination Library Stop by our table to learn how
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WorkShare IL – A Unique Way to Avoid Layoffs When Business Slows (Webinar)
When work slows, WorkShare IL offers a unique way to retain your skilled workforce while still reducing costs. Join this exclusive webinar to learn how this innovative, federally-funded program can help your business navigate uncertainty during downturns without resorting to layoffs! WorkShare IL gives employers the opportunity to temporarily reduce the hours of some employees,
Getting to the Truth in an Internal Investigation: Conducting Witness Interviews, Managing the Uncooperative Witness, and Assessing Witness Credibility (Webinar)
Once you have determined the scope and breadth of your intra-corporate investigation, it’s time to begin interviews. As an investigator, how can you ensure that you are extracting credible information from your interviewees? This program will introduce attendees to the basics of conducting witness interviews, utilizing time-tested methods of eliciting truthful responses from interviewees based
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Business After Hours @ ProRehab
Join the Chamber community for Business After Hours hosted by ProRehab. Enjoy food, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere while building relationships that support local business and our community. Date & Time: Thursday, August 28 | 5-7p Follow them on social!
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We have approximately 60 vendors. Entertainment is available in the gazebos most Saturdays. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from June 14 to October 25, 2025 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart
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Chamber Office Closed
Our office will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. We’ll reopen on Tuesday, September 2.
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Navigating the Risks of AI in the Workplace (Webinar)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the modern workplace—reshaping how organizations hire, manage, and evaluate their workforce. From recruitment tools to performance tracking systems, AI is playing a bigger role in employment decisions than ever before. But with innovation comes responsibility—and a fast-evolving legal landscape. State governments are introducing new regulations to keep pace with AI’s
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First Friday Networking Luncheon @ Culver’s
Good food + great conversations = one delicious way to spend your lunch break! This month’s First Friday Networking Luncheon takes us to Culver’s of Effingham, where networking is served up with ButterBurgers and custard. 🍔🍦 Each month, we spotlight a different local restaurant, giving you the chance to support local while making new connections
Downtown Effingham Cruise
Follow our Facebook event! Sponsorship Opportunity: Join us as a sponsor for the Downtown Effingham Cruise, a thrilling event for a meaningful cause. This year, all proceeds will directly support Operation Blackhawk, an initiative dedicated to providing essential assistance to the families of our brave active-duty soldiers. Your sponsorship will not only showcase your commitment
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts & crafts. We have approximately 60 vendors. Entertainment is available in the gazebos most Saturdays. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from June 14 to October 25, 2025 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Josie Shamhart
Downtown Effingham Cruise
Follow our Facebook event! Sponsorship Opportunity: Join us as a sponsor for the Downtown Effingham Cruise, a thrilling event for a meaningful cause. This year, all proceeds will directly support Operation Blackhawk, an initiative dedicated to providing essential assistance to the families of our brave active-duty soldiers. Your sponsorship will not only showcase your commitment
40th Anniversary of the Printers Row Lit Fest
The Printers Row Lit Fest, the largest literary festival in the Midwest will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Saturday, September 6, and Sunday, September 7, from 10am to 6pm on South Dearborn Ave. between Ida B. Wells Dr. and Polk St. in Chicago's historic Printers Row neighborhood. It features Sandra Cisneros, writer and author of "House on Mango Street" as keynote speaker
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Chamber Fall Golf Outing
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