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SUMMARY:Fish Fry for St. John's LYF Effingham
DESCRIPTION:Dine in\, carry out\, or drive through!\nBake Sale held the same evening.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30663-fish-fry-for-st-johns-lyf-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive in Farina
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30293-red-cross-blood-drive-in-farina/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
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SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at Bonutti Clinic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30272-impactlife-blood-drive-at-bonutti-clinic/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
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SUMMARY:A.Y.C.E. Fish Fry for Dieterich Fire Protection District
DESCRIPTION:This is located at 100 Zumbahlen Avenue in Dieterich.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27409-a-y-c-e-fish-fry-for-dieterich-fire-protection-district/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
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SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27133-27133/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260217T163439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T163641Z
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SUMMARY:Trinity Class Trip Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30869-trinity-class-trip-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260209T162032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162111Z
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SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30161-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-9/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260203T165941Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29678-29678/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
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SUMMARY:‘Cram the Cars’ for Catholic Charities Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of February being National Canned Food Month\, HSHS Home Care is teaming up with Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota\, Roy Schmidt Honda\, Northside Ford-Lincoln\, Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram\, and Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. in Effingham to “Cram the Car” with nonperishable food items\, hygiene products\, and monetary donations for Catholic Charities’ food pantry. \nDonations for the annual event will be accepted the entire month of February.  On March 1\, HSHS Home Care staff will cram their cars with donated items before delivering them to Catholic Charities. The regional Catholic Charities’ office serves Clark\, Crawford\, Cumberland\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Jasper and Shelby counties. \n“Cram the Car inspires me every year when I see how our neighbors\, friends and colleagues come together to care for the community\,” said Valerie Engelbart\, Volunteer/Bereavement Services Supervisor for HSHS Home Care.  “It’s a privilege to deliver their generous donations. Let’s see how many cars we can fill!” \nSuggested items for donations include the following: \n• Boxed meals (Hamburger Helper\, Rice-a-Roni)\n• Pancake mix and syrup\n• Jelly\n• Pasta sauce\n• Cereal\n• Granola\n• Sugar-free canned fruit\n• Low-salt canned vegetables\n• Large boxes of oatmeal\n• Soap\n• Shampoo\n• Feminine products\n• Razors \nDonors are urged to check expiration dates. \nItems or monetary contributions may be dropped off at any of these locations: \n•  HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital front lobby or pre-surgical entrance – Weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \n•  At one of these locations during business hours: \n− Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota – 2400 S. Banker St.\, Effingham\n− Roy Schmidt Honda – 1705 W. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Northside Ford-Lincoln – 1312 N. Keller Dr.\, Effingham\n− Goeckner Bros. Inc. – Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram – 600 E. Fayette Ave.\, Effingham\n− Russ Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC Inc. – 2309 S. Banker St.\, Effingham \nLearn more at HSHS Home Care’s Cram the Car website\, or by contacting Engelbart at 217-685-0702 or Valerie.Engelbart@hshs.org. \nHSHS Home Care staff help patients maintain an independent lifestyle by offering in-home services such as physical\, occupational and speech-language therapy; wound care; cardiac rehabilitation; stroke care; pain management; hospice and palliative care; fall risk assessment; and pediatric care.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29320-29320/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260109T161611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T161925Z
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SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27131-27131/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260209T162006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T162006Z
UID:30159-1771977600-1772063999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30159-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260113T162119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T162212Z
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SUMMARY:CASA Volunteers Needed
DESCRIPTION:The start of a new year often comes with a list of resolutions.  New Year’s resolutions are different for everyone\, but one of the most common is to live a healthier lifestyle.  If you’re hoping to improve your physical and mental health\, there’s one option that often gets overlooked and benefits others:  volunteering. \nVolunteering and helping others has been found to benefit both physical and mental health\, and there are a variety of options in our community.  If you’re looking for a new way to make changes in your life and in the lives of others\, consider resolving to help children and families in the child welfare system by volunteering with CASA for Kids. \nAs of January\, 682 children are currently in the child welfare system in CASA for Kid’s service area\, including Clay\, Clinton\, Edwards\, Effingham\, Fayette\, Franklin\, Jasper\, Hamilton\, Marion\, Wayne\, and White Counties.  These children have been removed from their homes and placed in foster care\, sometimes far away from their families and communities.  They need a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer to stand by their side and advocate for them. \n“Children in foster care are often separated from their families\, siblings\, friends and other loved ones\, and placed in an unfamiliar setting far away from everything they know\,” said Zoe Bridges\, Volunteer Outreach Coordinator of CASA for Kids.  “CASA volunteers stand with them during this uncertain time\, providing a consistent presence and speaking up for their best interest in court\, school and other settings.” \nCASA volunteers are everyday members of the community who are recruited\, screened and trained to advocate for a child or sibling group in foster care.  They get to know the child on an individual level so that they can make sure their physical\, emotional and educational needs are met. \nThey also get to know the child’s parents\, family\, foster parents and other important people in their life\, with the goal of working towards reunifying the child with their parents whenever safe and possible. They help make sure children have a support system of family and other reliable\, committed adults who can help them both during and after their time in foster care. \nCASA for Kids served 506 children in 2025 with the help of 95 CASA volunteers.  CASA is always seeking more community members to step up and advocate. \n“Volunteering with CASA is an opportunity unlike any other\,” said Bridges.  “It’s a unique chance to make a true\, positive difference for a young person and their family.  We need more members of the community to join the CASA movement so that we can serve 100% of children in foster care in our communities.” \nIn the New Year\, consider becoming a CASA volunteer and make an impact in a child’s life\, and your own.  Every child has a chance – it’s you. \nIf you’d like to find out more about becoming a CASA volunteer or other ways to get involved\, visit casa4change.org or email zbridges@casa4change.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27356-27356/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260109T161542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T161919Z
UID:27129-1771977600-1772063999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Days at Pere Marquette State Park
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever seen America’s national bird\, the bald eagle?  Soaring on a 6 to 7 1/2 foot wing-span\, eagles are magnificent!  It is not necessary to travel all the way to Canada to see these fabulous creatures.  Pere Marquette State Park is fortunate to play host to the winter season visitors.  Eagles may be spotted in the trees along the Illinois River from now through March. \nPere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.  Visitors will learn to distinguish between immature and mature bald eagles\, what eagles eat\, why they spend winter months in the area\, and much more.  All programs will begin at the park’s visitor center at 8:30 A.M. (Reservations Required)  There will be a video presentation and program followed by an observational drive to view the wintering bald eagles.  Please be sure to dress warmly\, have a full tank of gas\, and bring binoculars! \n* Programs are from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at the Pere Marquette Park Visitor’s Center \n* Wear warm clothes\, water/mud resistant shoes\, and don’t forget your binoculars and camera! \n* Reservations are required – call 618-786-3323 ext. 1 to reserve your spot! \nBald Eagle Days Tour Schedule: \nFriday\, January 30\nMonday\, February 2\nTuesday\, February 3\nWednesday\, February 4\nWednesday\, February 18\nThursday\, February 19\nFriday\, February 20\nWednesday\, February 25\nThursday\, February 26\nFriday\, February 27\nFriday\, March 6 \nPere Marquette State Park is located at 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, Illinois  62037.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27129-27129/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260107T162455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T151112Z
UID:26933-1771977600-1772063999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Walkers/Visitors at Memory Care Facility
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to walk with\, or even just visit with\, residents at Willowbrook Memory Care Facility in Effingham\, on weekends. \nIf interested\, call Molly Fearday at 217-994-3364.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26933-26933/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260209T161926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T161939Z
UID:30156-1771891200-1771977599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Tax Preparation with Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30156-free-tax-preparation-with-catholic-charities-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260203T165914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170049Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29676-29676/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260202T161155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T162032Z
UID:29494-1771891200-1771977599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Open House - St. John's Eagle's Nest Preschool
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29494-open-house-st-johns-eagles-nest-preschool/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20251217T171709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T171709Z
UID:25458-1771891200-1771977599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Elks Trade Scholarship Available
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25458-elks-trade-scholarship-available-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20250827T202655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T152247Z
UID:17004-1771891200-1771977599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Cooking Across Continents Program
DESCRIPTION:You can register for one session or any number of them.  This program will run on the dates linked below: \n\nSeptember 30\, 2025: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking93025\nOctober 28\, 2025: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking102825\nJanuary 27\, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking012725\nFebruary 24\, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking022426\nMarch 24\, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking032826\nApril 28\, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking042826\nMay 19\, 2026: go.illinois.edu/HomeSchoolCooking051926
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17004-cooking-across-continents-program-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260203T165851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170043Z
UID:29674-1771804800-1771891199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29674-29674/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260213T154605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T154806Z
UID:30601-1771718400-1771804799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Basket Binga for Stew-Stras Post Prom
DESCRIPTION:There will be 20 unique baskets to win. \nSnacks and drinks will be available for purchase.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30601-basket-binga-for-stew-stras-post-prom/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260212T203605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T204049Z
UID:30552-1771718400-1771804799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teutopolis Boys Golf Raffle of Cardinals Green Seats
DESCRIPTION:Teutopolis Boys Golf is selling raffle tickets to win 4 Cardinals Green Seats.  This includes the Cardinals Club Buffett\, a Parking Pass\, and In-Seat Food and Beverage. \nThe game is TBD. \nRaffle Tickets are:  1/$20\, 3/$50\, or 7/$100.  They’ll be available until close to Opening Day\, March 26. \nTo get your chances\, reach out to Mike Wilson\, who accepts Venmo @MikeWils13.  Will need your name and cellphone number. \nThanks for your support of Teutopolis Boys Golf!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30552-30552/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
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UID:30394-1771718400-1771804799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Raffle And Bingo For Bows
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30394-raffle-and-bingo-for-bows/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260210T174538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T174747Z
UID:30300-1771632000-1771718399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meat Shoot at Edgewood
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30300-meat-shoot-at-edgewood/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260127T172233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T213214Z
UID:28944-1771632000-1771718399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Sweet 'Hearts' Night Out - Effingham Sportsbackers
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28944-sweet-hearts-night-out-effingham-sportsbackers/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260119T160550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T161210Z
UID:28040-1771632000-1771718399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bee School with Crossroads Beekeepers
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, February 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\, the Crossroads Beekeepers will be holding their annual bee school at the University of Illinois Extension Center\, at 1209 North Wenthe in Effingham.  This year’s bee school is for anyone interested in beekeeping and will focus on basic skills and information needed for the beginning beekeeper. \nClass topics include Understanding the Honeybee\, Hive Components and Equipment\, Getting and Feeding Your First Bees\, and Your First Year of Beekeeping. \nIn addition to the speakers\, there will be educational displays created by club members and live demonstrations on lighting a smoker and extracting honey from frames. \nDoors will open for check-in at 8:15am.  The first session will start at 9:00am and the school will finish at 4:00pm \nThe cost to attend this all-day bee school is $35.00 and includes the classes\, presentation handouts\, sample copies of beekeeping journals\, refreshments and a catered lunch.  Those registered for the Beginning Beekeeping workshop will also receive the book “First Lessons in Beekeeping”.  Registration deadline is Wednesday\, February 11th. \nFor more information and to registration for the bee school\, visit the club’s website at http://crossroads.clubexpress.com . \nCrossroads Beekeepers is a local beekeeping club based in Effingham and has been serving area beekeepers since 2010.  Club meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the basement of the University of Illinois Extension Center. \nFor more information regarding the bee school\, please contact Larry Quicksall at 217-347-5937.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28040-bee-school-with-crossroads-beekeepers/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260218T154012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154052Z
UID:30961-1771545600-1771631999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:AYCE Fish Fry at Edgewood Legion
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30961-ayce-fish-fry-at-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260218T152952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T153352Z
UID:30956-1771545600-1771631999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:FCCLA Soup Supper in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:An FCCLA Soup Supper will be at Altamont Community High School\, this Friday\, February 20th.  Serving will be from 5:30 – 8:00 pm in the FCS room. \nThere will be your choice of Soup or Chili\, roll or cornbread\, homemade dessert\, and iced tea or lemonade.. \nAll for a free-will donation. \nAll proceeds will benefit ACHS FCCLA for service projects\, field trips\, and conferences. \nFor any questions\, contact Sheri Schafer at Altamont High School.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/30956-fccla-soup-supper-in-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260203T165829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T170037Z
UID:29672-1771545600-1771631999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in February
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in February: \n2/5\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Hall\, Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n2/6\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/10\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/12\, Thursday\, EIU Student Union Ballroom\, Charleston\, Noon – 4:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n2/12\, Thursday\, Apostolic Center Church\, Mattoon\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/13\, Friday\, Oblong Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM \n2/16\, Monday\, Home Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/16\, Monday\, St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church\, Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/17\, Tuesday\, Grace United Methodist Church\, Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n2/17\, Tuesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/20\, Friday\, Altamont High School\, 8:15 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/23\, Monday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n2/24\, Tuesday\, St Michael Church – Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n2/26\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA\, Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \nCome give blood through February 28\, for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.  See rcblood.org/heart \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/29672-29672/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260517T103659
CREATED:20260121T152944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152944Z
UID:28251-1771545600-1771631999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Music BINGO Night for S.T.A.R.
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28251-music-bingo-night-for-s-t-a-r/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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