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Medicare Office Hours with Emily Garrard
Get your Medicare Questions answered! Sign up for a free review of coverage with Emily Garrard, a licensed agent from Effingham. Reserve your time: emily.garrard@sbsteam.net or (217) 336-9233 Follow on Facebook or check out my website.
Beyond the Prompt an AI Webinar
The Beyond the Prompt campaign is designed to help business owners and organizational leaders cut through the noise surrounding artificial intelligence and better understand what AI really means for their organization. Led by John Maguire, Solutions Engineer at Magoo & Associates and author of Beyond the Prompt: The Business Owner’s Guide to Understanding AI, the
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Sarah Bush Lincoln 2026 Holiday Festival Gala & Live Auction
This year’s Holiday Festival will support the SBL Health Foundation Capital Campaign: “Expanding Hope,” an initiative to expand the Regional Cancer Center. The 21,500 square foot cancer center was built to accommodate 17 oncology infusion chairs, with plenty of waiting room space. But over the years, patient volume has soared. Just since 2020, the number
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FACE Hometown Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Rehearsals @ First Presbyterian Church: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 26 - November 30 Singers of all ages are welcome. FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Dec 5 | 5:30-7p | 1st Presbyterian Church, 600 W Temple Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 | In Sanctuary, Please enter East Door in Semi-Circle Driveway Dec 6
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Nuts & Bolts of HR: For Professionals at All Levels (Effingham)
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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2026 Top Leaders Recognition Dinner
Celebrate the 2026 Top Leaders Under 40 and Future Leaders at the Top Leaders Recognition Dinner on Thursday, November 19 at Keller Convention Center. This year, 29 individuals were selected from a record-setting 54 nominations, including nine Future Leaders and 20 Top Leaders Under 40. Future Leaders recognizes high school students who are already demonstrating
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Big Bucks Bingo Fundraiser
Join CASA for Kids for a fun-filled night of bingo while supporting children in our community! Every dollar raised supports CASA volunteers who advocate for children who need a voice in foster care. What’s in store: 10 rounds of bingo $100 cash prize every round Door prize drawings Pizza available for purchase Full cash bar
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Harvest Day Market
Harvest Day Market is coming to the Keller! Mark your calendars for a fun fall shopping day at the Thelma Keller Convention Center! We’re bringing together local makers, crafters, boutiques, small businesses, bakers, and more for a day filled with fall finds, handmade goodies, unique gifts, home décor, and plenty of shopping! Interested in becoming
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FACE Hometown Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Rehearsals @ First Presbyterian Church: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 26 - November 30 Singers of all ages are welcome. FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Dec 5 | 5:30-7p | 1st Presbyterian Church, 600 W Temple Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 | In Sanctuary, Please enter East Door in Semi-Circle Driveway Dec 6
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Walking Through Wonderland
Back for its 6th year, Walking Through Wonderland has become a cherished holiday tradition for families and visitors alike. Join us for this magical, family-friendly walk-thru experience on Wednesday, November 25th, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. For one night only, Wonderland in Lights will close to all vehicles and offer visitors an opportunity to
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Office Closed
The Effingham County Chamber office will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26–27, in observance of Thanksgiving. We are grateful for our members, volunteers, and community partners who make Effingham County strong year-round. We hope you enjoy time with family and friends — and we look forward to seeing everyone downtown on Saturday for Hometown
FISH 22nd Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner
The Effingham County FISH Organization will host its 22nd Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The event is free and open to all Effingham County residents and their families. Three meal options are available: • Dine-in: The congregate meal begins at 12:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Christian Church, 3600 S. Banker Street, Effingham.
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Office Closed
The Effingham County Chamber office will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26–27, in observance of Thanksgiving. We are grateful for our members, volunteers, and community partners who make Effingham County strong year-round. We hope you enjoy time with family and friends — and we look forward to seeing everyone downtown on Saturday for Hometown
EARS Tinsel & Tails @ Cardinal Golf Course
A holiday favorite returns to Cardinal Golf Course! EARS Tinsels & Tails invites families to bundle up and take a golf cart ride along a festive holiday path filled with Christmas lights and displays. After your ride, keep the evening going with hot chocolate, s’mores around the fire pit, letters to Santa and plenty of
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Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas! Whether you’re welcoming loved ones home for the holidays or creating traditions of your own, this special evening is the perfect way to celebrate together. Visit Santa, snap photos with favorite Christmas and Disney characters, and get creative with festive crafts
EARS Tinsel & Tails @ Cardinal Golf Course
A holiday favorite returns to Cardinal Golf Course! EARS Tinsels & Tails invites families to bundle up and take a golf cart ride along a festive holiday path filled with Christmas lights and displays. After your ride, keep the evening going with hot chocolate, s’mores around the fire pit, letters to Santa and plenty of
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FACE Hometown Christmas Choir Rehearsal
Rehearsals @ First Presbyterian Church: 6-7:30p | every Monday from October 26 - November 30 Singers of all ages are welcome. FACE Community Christmas Concerts/Features Choir & Orchestra Dec 5 | 5:30-7p | 1st Presbyterian Church, 600 W Temple Ave, Effingham, IL 62401 | In Sanctuary, Please enter East Door in Semi-Circle Driveway Dec 6
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New Laws Forum (Naperville)
The New Laws Forum is dedicated to upcoming legislation and legal developments that will affect all employers in Illinois starting in 2026 and beyond. The forum will feature Illinois attorneys and experts discussing the latest changes in state laws, as well as representatives from government agencies. Additionally, a panel of Senior HR professionals will share
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Medicare Office Hours with Emily Garrard
Get your Medicare Questions answered! Sign up for a free review of coverage with Emily Garrard, a licensed agent from Effingham. Reserve your time: emily.garrard@sbsteam.net or (217) 336-9233 Follow on Facebook or check out my website.
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Networking @ Noon Holiday Party | Gabby Goat
Let’s close out the year with a little extra energy. Join us at Gabby Goat for a holiday-style Networking @ Noon that mixes festive fun with meaningful connection. It’s the same relaxed format you love, just with a seasonal twist. Step away from the office, celebrate the season, and spend your lunch hour connecting with
EARS Tinsel & Tails @ Cardinal Golf Course
A holiday favorite returns to Cardinal Golf Course! EARS Tinsels & Tails invites families to bundle up and take a golf cart ride along a festive holiday path filled with Christmas lights and displays. After your ride, keep the evening going with hot chocolate, s’mores around the fire pit, letters to Santa and plenty of
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FACE 2026 Community Christmas Concert
2026 Community Christmas Concert Featuring: FACE Orchestra & Hometown Christmas Choir Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our Facebook page for new events & updates.
FACE 2026 Community Christmas Concert
2026 Community Christmas Concert Featuring: FACE Orchestra & Hometown Christmas Choir Questions? Please email Rachelle Cekander Follow our Facebook page for new events & updates.
EARS Tinsel & Tails @ Cardinal Golf Course
A holiday favorite returns to Cardinal Golf Course! EARS Tinsels & Tails invites families to bundle up and take a golf cart ride along a festive holiday path filled with Christmas lights and displays. After your ride, keep the evening going with hot chocolate, s’mores around the fire pit, letters to Santa and plenty of
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2026 Top Leaders Recognition Dinner
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Chamber Shredding Day
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