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SUMMARY:Fayette County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Fairgrounds are at 386 West Cumberland Road\, Brownstown\, Illinois  62418.
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SUMMARY:Mattoon Bagelfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating 40 years of Bagelfest in Mattoon!  This annual festival features a variety of exciting activities\, including a parade\, carnival rides\, concerts\, and an opportunity to experience the vibrant community spirit.  Don’t miss the chance to be part of the fun and festivities that Bagelfest has to offer! \nOn Thursday\, July 17th\, the main stage will be headlined by Christian contemporary pop musician Megan Woods.  This event is free to the public. \nHeadlining the main stage on Friday\, July 18th\, is the iconic ‘90s alt-rock band Everclear\, best known for hits like “Santa Monica” and “Father of Mine.”  Opening for Everclear is Champaign-based party band X-Krush! \nOn Saturday\, July 19th\, the main stage will feature multi-platinum-selling country music superstar Josh Turner.  Turner has long been one of country music’s most recognizable voices\, selling over 8.5 million units and amassing more than 2.5 billion global streams.  Opening the show are Jake and Mikayla\, a married duo from Central Illinois\, known for their high-energy performances that incorporate elements of Outlaw\, Rockabilly\, Gospel\, Bluegrass\, and more. \nAdvance tickets for the concerts on Friday and Saturday nights are already available online.  VIP\, Reserved Seating\, and Lawn tickets will be available for both nights.  Tickets and a complete list of festival activities can be found at www.exploremattoon.org. \nFull Schedule \nSaturday\, July 12: \nMiss Bagelfest Pageants at The Fields Church (12PM – Little Miss / 2PM – Pre Teen\, Jr. Miss & Miss) \nWednesday\, July 16: \nCarnival Opens at Peterson Park (Armband Night – 6PM until 10PM) \nThe Bow Wow in the bandshell (5:30PM – 7:30PM) \nThursday\, July 17: \nVendors Open at Peterson Park (5PM) \nBINGO at DeMars Building (6PM – 9PM) \nCarnival Opens at Peterson Park (Armband Night / 6PM – 10PM) \nFamily Friendly Fun with face painting and games at Peterson Park Ballfield (Prior to concert) \nChristian Concert at Peterson Park – FREE (Donations Accepted) – Megan Woods (8PM) \nFriday\, July 18: \nCarnival Opens at Peterson Park (Armband Day / 1PM – 5PM and 5PM – 10PM) \nVendors Open at Peterson Park (1PM) \nBINGO at DeMars Building (6PM – 9PM) \nRock Concert at Peterson Park – Everclear with X-Krush (Gates 6PM – Show 7:30PM) \nSaturday\, July 19: \nRun for the Bagel 5K Hosted by Mattoon YMCA (6:30AM) \nWorld’s Biggest Bagel Breakfast (7:30AM – 9:30AM) \nSweet & Salty Quartet in the bandshell (8AM – 9AM) \nBagelfest Parade – 21st & Western Avenue (10:30AM) \nCarnival Opens at Peterson Park (Armband Day – 12PM until 5PM and 5PM until 10PM) \nVendors Open at Peterson Park (11AM) \nBINGO at DeMars Building (1PM – 5PM) \nBattle for the Bagel Powerlift Contest in the bandshell (5PM) \nCountry Concert at Peterson Park – Josh Turner with Jake & Mikayla (Gates 6PM – Show 7:30PM) \nBagelfest has been a beloved tradition in Mattoon since its inception in 1986\, commemorating the 50th anniversary of Lenders Bagels\, a popular brand that has been produced in the area since the 1980s.  Lenders Bagels quickly became a household favorite across America\, known for their delicious taste.  Today\, Bagelfest attracts visitors from near and far who come to enjoy the festivities\, with one of the highlights being the World’s Biggest Bagel Breakfast.  For bagel enthusiasts\, there’s no better place to be than Mattoon\, the home of Lenders Bagels and Bagelfest. \nAt Bagelfest\, festival-goers can partake in a wide range of activities\, including delicious food\, vendors\, family fun\, carnival games\, bingo\, and live music!  This year’s concert lineup promises to be one of the best in the festival’s history!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/6841-mattoon-bagelfest/
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SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from June 14th through October 25th. \nVendors will be selling fresh produce\, baked goods\, and handcrafted arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/8891-effingham-farmers-market-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Ferd Metten Carvings on Display
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/10974-ferd-metten-carvings-on-display-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions for July: \nTuesday\, July 1\, from 4p.m. – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 S. West Street\, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal\, groceries\, clothing\, haircuts\, & laundromat. \nTuesday\, July 8\, from 4p.m. – 6p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 S. West Street\, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal\, groceries\, clothing\, haircuts\, & laundromat. \nWednesday\, July 9\, from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 S. West Street\, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal\, groceries\, clothing\, haircuts\, & laundromat. \nSaturday\, July 12\, from 9a.m. – noon\, Mason location at 861 E. Washington Street (Mason Civic Center)  The Ramblin’ Rose bus will be there too. \nWednesday\, July 16\, from noon – 2p.m.\, Shumway location at 304 S. West Street\, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal\, groceries\, clothing\, haircuts\, & laundromat. \nSaturday\, July 26\, 8:30-noon\, Shumway location at 304 S. West Street\, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal\, groceries\, clothing\, haircuts\, & laundromat. \nAll appointments made either by calling 217-240-0059 or going to our website: www.my-christian-space.com
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SUMMARY:Ramblin' Rose Bus Schedule - Catholic Charities
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SUMMARY:Strasburg Lions Club Homecoming
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SUMMARY:Effingham Artisan Fair
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/13346-effingham-artisan-fair-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Sip N' Draw Kids Event at Charleston Library
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/13354-sip-n-draw-kids-event-at-charleston-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:5k Run and Walk for Clay County Bicentennial
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SUMMARY:Clay County Bicentennial Celebration
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SUMMARY:4-H Show Schedule - Effingham County
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/13701-4-h-show-schedule-effingham-county/
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