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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
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SUMMARY:Pancake and Sausage Supper at St. Paul Blue Point
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28920-pancake-and-sausage-supper-at-st-paul-blue-point/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
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UID:28076-1769904000-1769990399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Throw Contest - Effingham Knights of Columbus
DESCRIPTION:Entry Forms can be completed at onsite registration OR can be found and filled out on the K of C website at: \nhttps://www.kofc.org/en/resources/faith-in-action-programs/community/free-throw-championship/1598-score-sheet.pdf
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28076-free-throw-contest-effingham-knights-of-columbus/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
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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/26927-26927/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
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SUMMARY:Gym Bob's Jamboree Show
DESCRIPTION:The Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday\, February 1st\, beginning at 1:00pm! \nIt will be a great afternoon of all your favorite Classic & 90’s Country\, and classic rock music\, performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and singers.  Our special guest will be Bryor Rhodes of Beecher City! \nThe Jamboree Show is held at Gym Bob’s\, located at 44 Apostle Lane in Bible Grove. \nReservations are not necessary but can be made by calling 615-481-7418. \nMore information may also be found online at http://www.GymBobs.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26712-gym-bobs-jamboree-show-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260105T153843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T173915Z
UID:26686-1769904000-1769990399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Newman Breakfast in Teutopolis
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26686-newman-breakfast-in-teutopolis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260128T021334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T022751Z
UID:28988-1769817600-1769903999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Luminaries for Life
DESCRIPTION:St. Anthony Church will be displaying their annual “Luminaries for Life” on Saturday\, January 31st\, and Sunday\, February 1st.  From dusk to dawn\, the church steps will be illuminated with decorated bags shining pro-life messages about respecting life from the moment of conception to natural death. \nEvery January at the National March for Life\, countless marchers from across the country and around the world unite in celebration of the gift of human life – radiating hope\, unity\, and a spirit that transcends politics.  That’s why this year’s theme is “Life is a Gift”\, emphasizing what lies at the heart of the pro-life movement – an unshakeable conviction that life is very good and worthy of protection\, no matter the circumstances.  Life is a Gift invites everyone to embrace life as something to be cherished and celebrated from the very beginning. \nThe bags will be decorated by St Anthony school students.  Drive or walk by this beautiful public display of St. Anthony parish’s respect for life.  It is a beacon of Christ’s love and hope in the community that will shine bright for a few nights during the weekend.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28988-luminaries-for-life/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260122T161413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T162116Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Soup Supper to benefit Special Olympics
DESCRIPTION:Also\, Benny and friends (Benny and the Amigos) will be playing from 7-9:30. \nFree admittance.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28404-winter-soup-supper-to-benefit-special-olympics/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260113T161945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T162147Z
UID:27350-1769817600-1769903999@www.thexradio.com
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/27350-27350/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260106T214028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T214028Z
UID:26852-1769817600-1769903999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26852-angeled-kids-foster-closet-resale-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20251229T174645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T174918Z
UID:26196-1769817600-1769903999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Get Hooked On Crochet! With Diane Rounds
DESCRIPTION:This free workshop is offered to all youth in Effingham County.  You do not need to be in 4-H to attend.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26196-get-hooked-on-crochet-with-diane-rounds/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20251226T162158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T162306Z
UID:26063-1769817600-1769903999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Emancipation Proclamation On Display
DESCRIPTION:A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum\, giving the public a rare chance to see the historic document. \nLincoln’s proclamation ordered an end to slavery in Southern states that took up arms against the United States during the Civil War\, which included more than three-fourths of the nation’s enslaved African Americans.  U.S. soldiers carried palm-sized copies of the Emancipation Proclamation on their march across the South to help spread the word of freedom. \nThe Emancipation Proclamation will be visible through February 3\, when it will be replaced by the only photo of Lincoln lying in state after his assassination. \n“This document and Lincoln’s signature provide a concrete connection to an incredible moment – the beginning of the end of slavery in America\,” said Christina Shutt\, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. “We are proud to give our visitors an additional chance to see it for themselves and to reflect on what it took to free four million Americans from enslavement.” \nTypically\, the ALPLM displays the proclamation during a brief window around Juneteenth\, the holiday celebrating the end of slavery in America.  But a new display case using cutting-edge technology now allows the ALPLM to display rare documents much longer while still minimizing the amount of harmful light they receive. \nThe ALPLM’s copy of the proclamation is one of about two dozen remaining.  It is signed by both Lincoln and Secretary of State William Seward.  These copies were made and then signed by Lincoln so they could be sold to raise money for the care of sick and wounded soldiers. \nFor more information\, visit www.PresidentLincoln.illinois.gov.  You can follow the ALPLM on Facebook\, X/Twitter and Instagram.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26063-26063/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20251208T213348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213348Z
UID:24673-1769817600-1769903999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries January Dates: \nTuesday\, January 6th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 10th\, 9a.m. – noon\, Mason \nTuesday\, January 13th\, 4 – 6pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 14th\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nWednesday\, January 21st\, noon – 2pm\, Shumway \nSaturday\, January 31st\, 8:30 – noon\, Shumway \nPlease call 217-868-5293 or 217-240-0059 to sign up\, or go to our website and book your own date & time:  www.my-christian-space.com then select either Shumway or Mason. \nShumway location is at (old grade school) 304 S. West Street\, Shumway \nMason location is at 861 E. Washington Street\, Mason (Mason Civic Center)
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/24673-enduring-freedom-ministries-january-dates-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260108T174257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T203433Z
UID:27041-1769731200-1769817599@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. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27041-bald-eagle-days-at-pere-marquette-state-park/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260109T172828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172936Z
UID:27159-1769644800-1769731199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Traveling Holocaust Exhibit at EIU
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Illinois University is hosting a Traveling Holocaust Exhibit in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. \nThe Auschwitz Experience in the Art of Prisoners\, a traveling exhibit about the Holocaust\, will be displayed in the West Reading Room at Booth Library on the EIU Campus\, located at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston\, from January 11th – 29th. \nThe exhibit\, created by the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland\, features artwork by 12 Holocaust survivors who documented their experiences in the Auschwitz Concentration Camp\, the largest German Concentration and extermination camp during WWII.  Visitors will be able to see these profound pieces of art\, including 60 paintings and drawings displayed thematically on 24-panels. \nThis will mark the second year that Booth Library has partnered with the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation’s Holocaust Education Center to host a traveling exhibit surrounding International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27th.  The two organizations hope to continue this partnership as an annual tradition\, seeking to expand education opportunities and develop an atmosphere of tolerance and community. \nThe exhibit will be open to the public: \nSunday – Thursday:  Noon – 6:00 PM \nFriday and Saturday:  Noon – 5:00 PM \nGroup and classroom tours may be arranged by emailing hec@cujf.org or calling 217-367-9872.  For more information\, visit www.cujf.org/hec
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27159-27159/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260107T172156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T172234Z
UID:26942-1769644800-1769731199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night for United Way
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26942-trivia-night-for-united-way/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260105T170112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T171121Z
UID:26690-1769558400-1769644799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Conservation Cropping Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open\, so start making plans now to attend the Conservation Cropping Seminar.  This year’s seminar brings together distinguished speakers and special guests including Ray Archuleta\, Soil Health Specialist; Bryan Young\, Professor of Weed Science at Purdue University; Tom Kilcer\, Advanced Ag Systems; S.T.A.R Representatives; and an interactive panel of Illinois\nfarmers from the region. \nThis event is a great opportunity to gain additional knowledge about improving soil health\, implementing cover crops (including for use as forage)\, improving weed management\, and to hear the latest on agronomic research from some of the top leaders in the field. \nDates and Location: \nJanuary 28\, The Double Tree Hotel – 222 Potomac Blvd in Mount Vernon\, IL –  Contact Deb 217-606-1153 \nThe seminar is in-person only\, so register early to reserve a spot.  Register online at www.ccswcd.com/conservation-cropping-seminars or call the Champaign County Soil and Water Conservation District at 217-352-3536.  Registration closes on January 9. \nThe seminar costs $25\, payable by check or credit card and includes lunch.  Cost for students will be reduced to $10.  The event starts early and ends before 4 p.m.\, with time scheduled during the day to meet speakers and sponsors or visit with other participants in a small group setting.  Soil and Water CEUs will be available. \nThe seminars are organized and made possible with the involvement and support of the Illinois Department of Agriculture\, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency\, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service\, Champaign County Soil and Water Conservation District\, Pro Harvest\, and local Soil & Water Conservation Districts. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with other conservation-minded experts and attendees.  Register by January 9\, at www.ccswcd.com/conservation-cropping-seminars.  Spots are limited\, so sign-up today!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26690-conservation-cropping-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20251217T171515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T171515Z
UID:25454-1769558400-1769644799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Elks Trade Scholarship Available
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25454-elks-trade-scholarship-available-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260113T164129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T164743Z
UID:27372-1769472000-1769558399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Annual Tree Sale
DESCRIPTION:The public can call the Effingham County SWCD office to have an order form emailed or mailed to them.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27372-27372/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20251223T172803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T172950Z
UID:25936-1769472000-1769558399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in January
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in January: \nJanuary 1\, Thursday\, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 4\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, Stringtown\, 6:30 AM – Noon \nJanuary 5\, Monday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 6\, Tuesday\, Casey United Methodist Church\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, Masonic Lodge\, Mattoon \, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, American Legion\, Sullivan\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 12\, Monday\, Lions Club Building\, Noble\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 19\, Monday\, Charleston First Church of God\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 20\, Tuesday\, First Baptist Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 23\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 26\, Monday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 27\, Tuesday\, Lake Land College\, Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nCome to give from January 1 – 25 for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Super Bowl LX in Cali!  More info at:  rcblood.org/SuperBowl \nCome give blood from January 26 – 27 for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.   See rcblood.org/heart
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25936-25936/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260128
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20250827T202531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T152154Z
UID:17002-1769472000-1769558399@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/17002-cooking-across-continents-program-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260120T170956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152115Z
UID:28169-1769385600-1769471999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Severe Storm Spotter Training in Altamont
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28169-severe-storm-spotter-training-in-altamont/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20260109T172752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172930Z
UID:27157-1769385600-1769471999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Traveling Holocaust Exhibit at EIU
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Illinois University is hosting a Traveling Holocaust Exhibit in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. \nThe Auschwitz Experience in the Art of Prisoners\, a traveling exhibit about the Holocaust\, will be displayed in the West Reading Room at Booth Library on the EIU Campus\, located at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston\, from January 11th – 29th. \nThe exhibit\, created by the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland\, features artwork by 12 Holocaust survivors who documented their experiences in the Auschwitz Concentration Camp\, the largest German Concentration and extermination camp during WWII.  Visitors will be able to see these profound pieces of art\, including 60 paintings and drawings displayed thematically on 24-panels. \nThis will mark the second year that Booth Library has partnered with the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation’s Holocaust Education Center to host a traveling exhibit surrounding International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27th.  The two organizations hope to continue this partnership as an annual tradition\, seeking to expand education opportunities and develop an atmosphere of tolerance and community. \nThe exhibit will be open to the public: \nSunday – Thursday:  Noon – 6:00 PM \nFriday and Saturday:  Noon – 5:00 PM \nGroup and classroom tours may be arranged by emailing hec@cujf.org or calling 217-367-9872.  For more information\, visit www.cujf.org/hec
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27157-27157/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260517T191336
CREATED:20251223T172732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T172945Z
UID:25934-1769385600-1769471999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in January
DESCRIPTION:American Red Cross Blood Drives in January: \nJanuary 1\, Thursday\, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church\, Charleston\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 4\, Sunday\, St Joseph Stringtown Community Club\, Stringtown\, 6:30 AM – Noon \nJanuary 5\, Monday\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 6\, Tuesday\, Casey United Methodist Church\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, Masonic Lodge\, Mattoon \, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 9\, Friday\, American Legion\, Sullivan\, Noon – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 12\, Monday\, Lions Club Building\, Noble\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nJanuary 19\, Monday\, Charleston First Church of God\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 20\, Tuesday\, First Baptist Church\, Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \nJanuary 23\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 26\, Monday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nJanuary 27\, Tuesday\, Lake Land College\, Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \nCome to give from January 1 – 25 for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Super Bowl LX in Cali!  More info at:  rcblood.org/SuperBowl \nCome give blood from January 26 – 27 for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.   See rcblood.org/heart
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25934-25934/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:26682-1769299200-1769385599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Gospel Concert for Mission Team
DESCRIPTION:Faith Lutheran Church Shumway will host a Gospel Concert with Missy Dunaway and her band Legacy Country.  The concert will be on Sunday\, January 25\, at 6:00 PM.  The public is encouraged to attend to hear many of their gospel favorites. \nFaith Lutheran is located on Highway 33 with the program in the activity center of the church. \nA freewill offering will be taken to benefit a planned mission team to Uganda later this year. \nRefreshments will be available during the intermission.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26682-gospel-concert-for-mission-team/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:28083-1769212800-1769299199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Holistic Health Fair
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/28083-holistic-health-fair/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:27404-1769212800-1769299199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Fish Fry Fundraiser at Ingraham
DESCRIPTION:If you have questions\, call Jordan at 618-843-9322
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27404-fish-fry-fundraiser-at-ingraham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:26925-1769212800-1769299199@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/26925-26925/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:26193-1769212800-1769299199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:POSTPONED - We Are Smarter Than 5th Grader Trivia - F.A.C.E.
DESCRIPTION:The “We Are Smarter Than 5th Grader Trivia” has been postponed until February 7. \nCall or text Sara with any questions at:  217-240-4487 \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26193-we-are-smarter-than-5th-grader-trivia-f-a-c-e/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260123
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UID:27348-1769126400-1769212799@www.thexradio.com
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/27348-27348/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:27155-1769126400-1769212799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Traveling Holocaust Exhibit at EIU
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Illinois University is hosting a Traveling Holocaust Exhibit in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. \nThe Auschwitz Experience in the Art of Prisoners\, a traveling exhibit about the Holocaust\, will be displayed in the West Reading Room at Booth Library on the EIU Campus\, located at 600 Lincoln Avenue in Charleston\, from January 11th – 29th. \nThe exhibit\, created by the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum in Poland\, features artwork by 12 Holocaust survivors who documented their experiences in the Auschwitz Concentration Camp\, the largest German Concentration and extermination camp during WWII.  Visitors will be able to see these profound pieces of art\, including 60 paintings and drawings displayed thematically on 24-panels. \nThis will mark the second year that Booth Library has partnered with the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Federation’s Holocaust Education Center to host a traveling exhibit surrounding International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27th.  The two organizations hope to continue this partnership as an annual tradition\, seeking to expand education opportunities and develop an atmosphere of tolerance and community. \nThe exhibit will be open to the public: \nSunday – Thursday:  Noon – 6:00 PM \nFriday and Saturday:  Noon – 5:00 PM \nGroup and classroom tours may be arranged by emailing hec@cujf.org or calling 217-367-9872.  For more information\, visit www.cujf.org/hec
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27155-27155/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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