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Business After Hours @ nyb
Join us for Business After Hours hosted by nyb and get an inside look at their new building addition. This relaxed, come-as-you-are event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, enjoy light refreshments, and see how nyb continues to grow and invest in Effingham. Stop in, make a few new connections, and
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Sarah Bush Lincoln Golf Benefit
Date: Friday, June 12 Location: Mattoon Golf and Country Club Time: Morning Flight Registration begins at 6:30 am Morning flight starts at 7:30 am Proceeds: Support the “Expanding Hope” campaign, which is the campaign supporting the expansion of the SBL Regional Cancer Center In partnership with McCarthy Building Companies | Featured raffle prize is a
Catholic Charities Glow Golf
Event Registration - Click here Event Questions: Effingham Catholic Charities (217) 857-1458
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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.
Hope for Every Heart Family Fest
Join Us for the Hope for Every Heart Family Fest! 💛 You’re invited to a joyful, uplifting day the whole family will love! The Hope for Every Heart Family Fest is a FREE community event designed for all ages—perfect for making memories, building connections, and enjoying time together. Date & Time: Saturday, June 13 | 9a-12 Event
Glow Bingo for Alzheimers
Come out and help us raise funds for Alzheimer's awareness while enjoying an exciting evening of Glow Bingo! Admission: $10 Includes one pack of 6 bingo cards no early registration required Additional Games: • Extra game packs available for $5 • Special game cards available for $1 each Plus: • 50/50 Drawing • Silent Auction
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Are You Certain Your Business is Protected from Cyber Attacks? (Webinar)
The Illinois Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Cyberology to offer a cybersecurity education program for its members. This session is designed to help Illinois businesses better understand common cyber risks and build awareness of practical strategies to address them. In this webinar, participants will explore: Key components of the Cyberology program and how it
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Better Your Business Roundtable: From P&L to Profit
Understanding your Profit & Loss statement is important. Knowing how to use it to improve your bottom line is even more powerful. This Better Your Business Roundtable will focus on turning financial data into strategic decisions. Participants will explore how to interpret key numbers, identify trends, manage expenses effectively, and uncover opportunities to increase profitability.
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Moccasin Creek Festival 2026
Moccasin Creek Festival is an annual 4-day music festival, which celebrates other arts and crafts as well. It takes place at beautiful Lake Sara near Effingham, IL. Folk, bluegrass, alternative country, roots rock, and blues - "Americana" music. This is what MCF is all about - in an outdoor setting, using a venue with great
Privacy in the Workplace: An Overview & Timely Update for Illinois Employers (Webinar)
Managing workplace privacy issues is increasingly complex. In light of both Illinois and Federal law developments, employers of all sizes and industries must be intimately familiar with their legal obligations. With the legalization and frequency of marijuana consumption to advances in technologies used by more and more individuals, understanding the extent to which employers can
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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.
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Summer Solstice Event
Join Flying Buddha at Lake Sara on the Summer Solstice to celebrate the changing of the seasons! We will begin the evening with Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga lead by Vicki in a quiet Lake Sara cove. Enjoy beginner-friendly yoga on a paddleboard. The gentle movement of the paddleboard adds both challenge and relaxation. We will
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Why Performance Management Matters! (Naperville)
Discover the difference between managing performance and evaluating it. This workshop helps leaders understand how continuous performance management builds stronger teams, improves communication, and drives long-term growth. Participants learn how to shift from once-a-year reviews to an ongoing, collaborative process that supports employee development. Through interactive discussions, practical tools, and real-world scenarios, attendees explore performance
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Women in Business | Refuel + Refocus
Join us for a refreshing morning designed to help you pause, reconnect, and recharge alongside other incredible women in business. This special summer Women in Business gathering will focus on self-care, intention setting, encouragement, and meaningful conversation as we take a mid-year moment to refuel our energy and refocus on what matters most for the
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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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“Hours Worked” – The New Standard in Illinois for Pre and Post Shift Activities (Webinar)
The Illinois Supreme Court recently ruled in Johnson v. Amazon.com Services LLC, that the Illinois Minimum Wage Law does not incorporate the federal Fair Labor Standard Act’s Portal-to-Portal Act’s preliminary and postliminary exceptions to compensable work requirements. That is, now in Illinois, even if employees undertake activities before their shift start time or after their shift end time that
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Office Closed
The Chamber office will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day. We hope you enjoy celebrating the Fourth of July weekend with family, friends, and community. The office will reopen on Monday during normal business hours.
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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.
Business After Hours @ nyb
Chamber Shredding Day