Community Calendar

Bells in Motion is a progressive, auditioned handbell ensemble based in Decatur.  Historically, they have travelled from multiple states to rehearse and have performed across the globe.  They feature seven octaves of bronze and aluminum handbells and chimes and ring music from jazz to classical, big band to blues, and Broadway to rock.

The 38 small rooms of displays at the Teutopolis Monastery Museum will open to visitors on Sunday, May 3.  The hours are from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m.  We recommend that you come early to see the many unique and interesting articles on display! Admission for adults is $5.00 and $1.00 for children. The Museum is […]

Join Beacon82 on May 3rd at Christ’s Church in Effingham for an important free community event focused on keeping our children safe. S.A.F.E. is partnering with the Effingham County State’s Attorney and local detectives to educate parents, teachers, and caregivers about protecting kids from predators—both in-person and online. Parents will learn to recognize warning signs […]

Enduring Freedom Ministries distribution days for May: Tuesday, May 5th from 4-6pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway Saturday, May 9th from 9-Noon, 861 E. Washington, Mason (Mason Civic Center) Tuesday, May 12th from 4-6pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway Wednesday, May 13th from Noon to 2pm, 304 S. West Street, Shumway Wednesday, May 20th from […]

American Red Cross Blood Drives in May: 5/5, Tuesday, Casey United Methodist Church, Noon - 6:00 PM 5/5, Tuesday, Teutopolis Banquet Hall, 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM 5/8, Friday, Altamont High School, 8:15 AM - 2:00 PM 5/14, Thursday, First Baptist Church, Shelbyville, Noon - 5:00 PM 5/17, Sunday, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club, Stringtown, […]

Our National Day Of Prayer Breakfast will be held this coming Wednesday, May 6th, at 7:30 a.m., at the Keller Convention Center. This is an annual Day of Observance, sponsored by local businessmen. The breakfast is free and everyone is invited.  All attending, however, will need a ticket.  The tickets are available at the studios […]

The VFW Auxiliary will be having a meal on Friday, May 8th. Location:  VFW Post 1769 on Veterans Drive in Effingham. Time:  5:00-6:30 p.m. Menu:  Pork Loin, mashed potatoes/gravy, vegetable, dessert, coffee, tea or lemonade. Cost:  $8.00 Contact: Chuck Meyers 217-343-8313

Teutopolis State Bank is hosting our annual Community Cookout on Friday, May 8th, from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at our Teutopolis and Sigel locations. All donations will benefit the ANDREW GOBCZYNSKI BIG HEART FOUNDATION and their efforts to create a positive impact in our local communities. Plan to stop by our Teutopolis or Sigel […]

American Red Cross Blood Drives in May: 5/5, Tuesday, Casey United Methodist Church, Noon - 6:00 PM 5/5, Tuesday, Teutopolis Banquet Hall, 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM 5/8, Friday, Altamont High School, 8:15 AM - 2:00 PM 5/14, Thursday, First Baptist Church, Shelbyville, Noon - 5:00 PM 5/17, Sunday, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club, Stringtown, […]