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Ribbon Cutting @ Northside Quick & Clean
Celebrate the official grand opening of Northside Quick & Clean on Monday, September 28, at 9:30 a.m.! If you haven’t checked it out yet, this is the perfect reason to stop by, see the new car wash and help celebrate another local business in Effingham County. Follow them on Facebook!
Community Blood Drive @ Effingham Event Center
Fall into the habit of donating! Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood Sept. 21-Oct. 18.
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Chamber Travel Program Meeting | Canadian Rockies
The Chamber Destinations Travel Program will host an informational meeting on Tuesday, September 29 from 5p-6:30p at the First Baptist Church Effingham. A representative from Collette, a world premier travel company, will present: Canadian Rockies & Jasper featuring Rocky Mountaineer Trip details include: September 1-10, 2027 10 Days, 17 Meals Round trip group transportation from
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Community Blood Drive @ Altamont High School
Fall into the habit of donating! Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood Sept. 21-Oct. 18.
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Trades, Skills & Manufacturing Day
This special day highlights the significance of these industries and explores modern career options in Effingham County. Experience a day of changing perceptions and inviting high school students to tour local facilities, envisioning their future careers. Tour hosts showcase processes and careers, often utilizing advanced technology, automation, and robotics to create products shipped worldwide. This
Illinois Legislative Update – HB 5228 (Webinar)
The Illinois General Assembly recently passed House Bill 5228, one of the most significant revisions to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act in recent years. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the bill into law in early August, 2026. The new legislation- Public Act104-0792- will require employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to modify certain claims handling practices,
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Networking @ Noon | Village Wine w/ Pizza Man
Lunch just got an upgrade. We’re gathering at Pizza Man at Village Wine for Networking @ Noon — a midday meetup designed for conversation, connection, and a break from the inbox. No formal program to sit through. Just pizza, wine (if your afternoon allows 😉), and meaningful conversations with fellow Chamber members. Step away from
17th Annual Golf Benefit | HSHS St. Anthony’s Foundation
The HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital Foundation will host its 17th annual Golf Benefit on Friday, October 2, at the Effingham Country Club. This year’s event will raise funds for the hospital’s Center for Pediatric Therapy, which provides specialized treatments designed to support children’s development, mobility and independence. Schedule: 10a | Registration 10:30–11:40a | Lunch
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
The Climb-Team Effingham 2026
Join us for a FREE community walk and family-friendly event to raise awareness for Perinatal (Conception–Postpartum) Mental Health Disorders (PMHDs). This program is part of Postpartum Support International, the world’s largest nonprofit dedicated to increasing support, awareness, and resources for PMHDs. The day will feature local vendors, community resource tables, activities, giveaways, and food—all centered
Bahrns Equipment Memorial Golf Outing
Join us for the 4th Annual Bahrns Equipment Memorial Golf Tournament, a day of golfing for a great cause! Taking place on Saturday, October 3, at the Cardinal Golf Course in Effingham, IL, the tournament will feature a shotgun start at 1:00p. All proceeds from the 18 hole scramble will benefit the Bahrns Memorial Scholarship
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SOLD OUT | Chamber Fall Radio Day with XFM
2026 Fall Lineup: 9-9:30a | HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital - Dr. Sarah Coe & Dr. Wendy Lim, General Surgeons & Angela Kelly, Director of Nursing & Integrated Services 9:30-10a | Lustig Custom Cabinets - Alex Lustig, Co-Owner 10-10:30a | CORE Academy - Courtney Conlin, Director 10:30-11a | Rumpke Waste & Recycling - Drew Tegeler,
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Annual FISH Fall Cook Out
Effingham County FISH Human Services is firing up the grill for its Fall Cookout on Friday, October 9! Stop by the Save-A-Lot parking lot in Effingham from 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. to pick up lunch and support the work of FISH in Effingham County. Friday, October 9 | 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Save-A-Lot Parking Lot | Effingham
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
EARS Microchip Event
On-site microchipping at the EARS office in Effingham 10a-12p, No appointment needed No geography or number limit Cost: No cost *Freewill donations accepted Follow us on Facebook! Check our our event calendar!
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FACE Presents “Poe”try Reading – An Evening With Edgar Allan Poe
F.A.C.E. – Fine Arts County of Effingham invites you to an evening celebrating the haunting works of Edgar Allan Poe at our Edgar Allan “Poe”-try Reading. Join local readers as they bring Poe’s poetry and stories to life in a fun, atmospheric community arts event perfect for the Halloween season. Come enjoy an evening of
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Office Closed
The Chamber office will be closed on Monday, October 12. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday.
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Lend a Hand Breakfast | Crisis Nursery
Crisis Nursery of Effingham County, in partnership with HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital, invites the community to the Lend a Hand Breakfast on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Effingham. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while learning more about the work Crisis Nursery is doing for children and families throughout our community.
New Wage & Hour Landmines for IL Employers to Avoid (Webinar)
Today’s businesses face increased exposure to costly wage and hour litigation. Managing employee rate requirements, overtime pay, time-clock entries, as well as navigating potential government investigations into your company’s wage practices can be complex and time consuming. In addition, class action wage and hour litigation continues to cause headaches for employers. Business leadership must take
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Chamber Fall Golf Outing
Friday afternoon. Out of the office. On the golf course. The Chamber’s Fall Golf Outing returns to Cardinal Golf Course on Friday, October 16, and this one isn’t reserved for the head honchos. Bring your coworkers. Treat your team to an afternoon out. Invite a customer or business partner. Or round up the four most
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Ham City Fall Fest
Ham City Fall Fest returns to Downtown Effingham on Saturday, October 17th, 2026 What started as an idea to bring people together downtown continues to grow bigger every single year…and this year, we’re bringing even more with it. More food. More activities for the kids. More ways for local businesses & sponsors to be involved.
Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
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EIU Homecoming Week
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. This year's theme of Lights, Camera, Panthers! will bring students, alumni, faculty, staff and community members together for a week of events centered on Panther
El Rancherito x Northside Ford-Lincoln Open Tab
Northside Ford is picking up the tab at El Rancherito in Effingham! As part of Northside Ford’s Open Tab program, customers dining at El Rancherito on Monday, October 19, can enjoy a free order of queso or guacamole with their meal while the tab lasts. The Open Tab program is Northside Ford’s way of giving
Railroad Safety Presentation
Special Agent Wetzel with CN Railroad Police will be discussing safety tips to older adults 65+. Event Questions? Contact: Kearstin Scoles 217-347-5871 marketing@be-effingham.com Follow us on Facebook!
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Building a More Valuable Business (Webinar)
What makes a business worth more? It is not just higher sales. A valuable business has a clear growth plan, reliable financial information, strong operations, and a capable team that can consistently deliver results. This workshop focuses on three value-building areas: Develop a clear, actionable plan for profitable growth. Analyze performance information to support informed
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Scare Away Hunger Food Drive
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 | Promark Advertising, Inc. (618) 483-6025 | dawnb@promarkdv.com Follow us on Facebook!
Effingham County Connections Trick or Treat Street
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 dressed up at their booths with candy and/or games for children. Questions? Call... Mandy Myers 217-240-2480 Mandym@effcohealth.org
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Ribbon Cutting @ Deb’s Catering
The Effingham County Chamber invites the community to celebrate the return of Deb’s Catering with a ribbon cutting on Friday, October 23, at 5 p.m. After a fire forced the business to rebuild, the past year has been a long road for Deb’s Catering. Now, with its facility rebuilt, the team is ready to celebrate
CSS Art Auction & Community Celebration
Join CSS on Friday, October 23, 2026, for the CSS Art Auction & Community Celebration, an evening celebrating local artists with disabilities and our community of difference makers! Festivities begin at 5 p.m. at the Teutopolis Banquet Hall Grounds with an artist reception, food and drinks, kid-friendly activities, a bake sale and vendor fair. At
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Downtown Effingham Trick or Treat
Get ready for some spooktacular fun as Trick or Treat takes over Downtown Effingham on Saturday, October 24th! From 1-3p, little goblins and ghosts can stroll downtown for a fun, family-friendly afternoon of candy collecting. Participating businesses will be marked—look for the orange balloons outside their doors. How it works:•Start anywhere in the downtown district
Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
Severe Storm Spotter Training
EFFINGHAM, IL. - Effingham County Emergency Management Agency (ECEMA) in collaboration with the National Weather Service (NWS) in Lincoln will be holding a Special Storm Spotter Training Class on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to Noon at the Effingham County Emergency Operations Center, 311 Miracle Avenue, Effingham. During the regular storm spotter training, participants
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Effingham Sunrise Rotary Halloween Parade
Theme: "Red, White & Boo...Celebrating America's 250th Birthday" The parade will kick off at 2:00 p.m. and is sponsored by the Effingham Sunrise Rotary. Awards to follow on the Courthouse square. Line up for the parade will begin at 12:00 p.m. along Maple Street between Temple and Evergreen Avenues. There will be a $20 entry
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Nuts & Bolts of HR: For Professionals at All Levels (Naperville)
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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Workplace Safety Peer Roundtable
The idea is simple: bring together safety leaders from manufacturing, construction, utilities, transportation, and other high-exposure industries for meaningful conversation and shared learning. This peer-driven roundtable is designed to create space for open discussion around best practices, real-world challenges, compliance concerns, and practical solutions. Attendees will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, ask questions, and
Lunch & Learn: Managing Smart People is Harder than Managing Tasks
Managing good employees isn't about knowing how to do their jobs better than they do. It's about giving them the direction, trust and support they need to do their best work. At this Lunch & Learn, presenter William Vablais will take a practical look at one of the more challenging parts of leadership: managing high-performing
Business After Hours @ Wright At Home Interiors
Come celebrate, connect, and explore at Business After Hours hosted by Wright at Home Interiors in their new location! This event is the perfect way to unwind after the workday while getting a first look at the new space and learning more about one of our local home furnishings and décor destinations. Whether you’re refreshing
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Effingham Farmer’s Market
The Effingham Farmer's Market in downtown Effingham provides produce, baked goods, plants, flowers, and handcrafted arts & crafts. We will be open every Saturday 8am-12pm from May 30 to October 31, 2026 on the Old Courthouse lawn. Questions can be directed to Dianna Miller | effinghamfarmersmarket@gmail.com Follow the EFM Facebook page for updates.
Legacy HD Trunk or Treat
Legacy Harley-Davidson invites families to celebrate Halloween with its annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 31, from 2–4 p.m. Kids can make their way through decorated vehicles and motorcycles for plenty of candy, then head inside the dealership for even more treats and a spooky Halloween photo opportunity. Costumes are encouraged! Those participating with
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Office Closed
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Chamber Shredding Day
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