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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
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SUMMARY:"Poe"try Reading - An Evening With Edgar Allan Poe
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47072-poe-poetry-reader-interest-and-planning-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20260930T160637Z
CREATED:20260930T160146Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47944-47944/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTSTAMP:20260902T201129Z
CREATED:20260902T200937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T201129Z
UID:45828-1791849600-1791935999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – October Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in October: \nTuesday\, October 6th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 10th\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nTuesday\, October 13th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 14th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 21st\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 31st\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45828-45828/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTSTAMP:20260922T203042Z
CREATED:20260922T202524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T203042Z
UID:47371-1791849600-1791935999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15\, through the Fall and early Winter. \nThese will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center\, located at 101 East Virginia Avenue in Effingham. \nAnyone is welcome to come. \nCall the parish office at 217-347-7129 with questions.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47371-47371/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTSTAMP:20260902T201134Z
CREATED:20260902T201000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T201134Z
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SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – October Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in October: \nTuesday\, October 6th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 10th\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nTuesday\, October 13th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 14th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 21st\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 31st\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45830-45830/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20260811T151823Z
CREATED:20260811T142747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T151823Z
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SUMMARY:HSHS Women's Health Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are available now for one of HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s most popular fall events\, the 2026 Women’s Health Showcase. With a change from previous years\, the event will be held at the Effingham Performance Center on Thursday\, Oct. 15. This is the fifth annual event – an unforgettable evening honoring women\, celebrating connection\, inspiring growth and reminding every woman of the incredible impact she carries. \nDoors open at 5 p.m. with an elevated social experience from 5 to 7 p.m. to start the evening with shopping\, conversation and indulgence: \n\nThe first 600 guests receive an exclusive custom gift from The Beanstalk Boutique\, courtesy of HSHS.\n Enjoy upscale hors d’oeuvres and desserts\, plus chocolate samplings from Blackbird Chocolate Company and bakery masterpieces from Lisa’s Pastry Sensations.\nVisit the “Ask the Expert” Wellness Lounge\, an intimate space where women can ask HSHS St. Anthony’s experts about pelvic floor health\, a topic affecting women at every stage of life.\nMeet Jodi Waymoth\, founder of Fear Nothing\, and learn how the organization supports area families affected by cancer.\nShop fresh-baked treats and custom orders from Lisa’s Pastry Sensations\, permanent jewelry from Weber’s Jewelry & Gifts\, and build-your-own floral arrangements from Creekside Blooms.\nMore than 10 guests will win prizes throughout the evening.\n\nEntertainment begins at 7 p.m. with the following line-up: \n\nA showstopping performance from local talent Jamie Stang\, who will set the stage for an unforgettable night.\nComedic entertainment from Jesse Tuttle\, Founder and Head of C-U Comedy based in Champaign. Tuttle has performed in more than 20 states at comedy clubs\, wineries\, event centers and comedy tours nationwide.\nThe laughter continues with nationally recognized New York comedian and writer Kevin McCaffrey. McCaffrey made his network television debut on “The Late Show with David Letterman” and currently appears on truTV’s “Greatest Ever\,” “World’s Dumbest\,” and “Comedy Knockout\,” where he is a two-time defending champion.\nThe keynote speaker is Lori A. Kerans\, Division III National Championship Coach and breast cancer survivor. Over 32 years as Millikin University’s Head Women’s Basketball Coach\, the Newton\, Illinois native became the school’s all-time winningest coach and captured a 2005 Division III National Championship. She broke barriers as the first female Athletic Director in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin and now serves as Millikin’s Vice President for Athletics and Community Engagement. Her message for the evening will challenge and inspire everyone to embrace courage\, lead with authenticity\, support one another\, and recognize that women are capable of extraordinary impact.\nThe night will conclude with one final surprise. Don’t leave early.\n\nTickets are now on sale for $20 at the Effingham Performance Center box office\, 1325 Outer Belt West\, Effingham\, during business hours\, online at their website at the-epc.org\, or at stanthonyshospital.org/showcase. \nFor more information about the event\, visit stanthonyshospital.org/showcase.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/43997-hshs-womens-health-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260930T160642Z
CREATED:20260930T160216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160642Z
UID:47946-1792108800-1792195199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47946-47946/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20260923T002718Z
CREATED:20260923T002718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T002718Z
UID:47440-1792108800-1792367999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Harvest of Hope for Mae's Miracle
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47440-harvest-of-hope-for-maes-miracle-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTSTAMP:20260511T203003Z
CREATED:20260511T202740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T203003Z
UID:37699-1792195200-1792281599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37699-37699/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20260909T154252Z
CREATED:20260909T152404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T154252Z
UID:46273-1792281600-1792367999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser for A.L.I.S.
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46273-chili-cook-off-fundraiser-for-a-l-i-s/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261019
DTSTAMP:20261001T145108Z
CREATED:20261001T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T145108Z
UID:48072-1792281600-1792367999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Oktoberfest for Holy Trinity Lutheran High School
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/48072-oktoberfest-for-holy-trinity-lutheran-high-school/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260922T203049Z
CREATED:20260922T202545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T203049Z
UID:47373-1792454400-1792540799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15\, through the Fall and early Winter. \nThese will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center\, located at 101 East Virginia Avenue in Effingham. \nAnyone is welcome to come. \nCall the parish office at 217-347-7129 with questions.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47373-47373/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260930T160648Z
CREATED:20260930T160247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160648Z
UID:47948-1792454400-1792540799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47948-47948/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20260902T201140Z
CREATED:20260902T201033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T201140Z
UID:45832-1792540800-1792627199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries – October Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distribution Dates in October: \nTuesday\, October 6th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 10th\, from 9:00 – 11:15 am\, Mason\, located at 861 E. Washington ( Mason Civic Center)\, serving groceries \nTuesday\, October 13th\, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 14th\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nWednesday\, October 21st\, from Noon – 2:00 pm\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nSaturday\, October 31st\, from 8:30 am – Noon\, Shumway\, located at 304 S. West Street (Shumway old grade school)\, with hot meals\, clothing\, laundry\, haircuts\, and groceries \nCall 217-240-0059 or 217-868-5293 to sign up\nOr\nGo online and set a time that works best for you at www.my-christian-space.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45832-45832/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20260911T150825Z
CREATED:20260911T150825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T150825Z
UID:46541-1792540800-1792627199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Preschool Round Up
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46541-effingham-preschool-round-up-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTSTAMP:20260930T160652Z
CREATED:20260930T160320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160652Z
UID:47950-1792540800-1792627199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47950-47950/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260914T164843Z
CREATED:20260914T163723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T164843Z
UID:46768-1792627200-1792713599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Holy Ghost Bingo - God\, Goblins\, and Games
DESCRIPTION:Tickets can be purchased at:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holy-ghost-bingo-tickets-1994184841543
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46768-holy-ghost-bingo-god-goblins-and-games/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260917T202653Z
CREATED:20260917T200932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T202653Z
UID:47086-1792627200-1792713599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trick or Treat Street - Effingham County Connections
DESCRIPTION:Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume for a night of FREE fun!  Anyone is welcome to this community event hosted by Effingham County Connections.  Community agencies will be there\, dressed up at their booths with candy and/or games for children
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47086-trick-or-treat-street/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260930T160657Z
CREATED:20260930T160356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160657Z
UID:47952-1792627200-1792713599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47952-47952/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260923T002759Z
CREATED:20260923T002759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T002759Z
UID:47442-1792627200-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Harvest of Hope for Mae's Miracle
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47442-harvest-of-hope-for-maes-miracle-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260930T160702Z
CREATED:20260930T160440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160702Z
UID:47954-1792713600-1792799999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47954-47954/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260511T203009Z
CREATED:20260511T202816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T203009Z
UID:37701-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37701-37701/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260902T203720Z
CREATED:20260902T203518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T203720Z
UID:45843-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night Fundraiser for Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE AND GET REGISTERED!  Register at https://tinyurl.com/trivianightfpce26 \nIt’s an evening of fun at our third annual TRIVIA Night Fundraiser for Youth Group! \nLemonade\, Tea\, Water\, and Popcorn are all provided. \nDecorate your tables! \nA Bake Sale will be held\, so baked goods will be available to purchase. \nWe would appreciate your signup ahead of time\, if possible. Someone will be in the church office\, Tuesday through Thursday from 10am to 3pm\, to pay entry fees and get your name on the list.  We will also take entry fees at the door.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/45843-45843/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260917T193417Z
CREATED:20260917T165741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T193417Z
UID:47077-1792800000-1792886399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Beam-O-Ween
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Beam-O-Ween community event is being hosted by Jim Beam’s Corner Cattery. \nThe event will be on Saturday\, October 24th\, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. \nAttendees can expect a bake sale\, food trucks\, raffles\, and the ability to pet the cats. \nCostumes are optional and encouraged. \nThis event is free to attend. \nJim Beam’s Corner Cattery is located at 18086 North U.S. Highway 45\, Effingham.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47077-beam-o-ween/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20260915T202717Z
CREATED:20260915T202622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T202717Z
UID:46890-1792886400-1792972799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Soup Supper at Faith Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/46890-soup-supper-at-faith-lutheran-church/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTSTAMP:20260922T203055Z
CREATED:20260922T202611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T203055Z
UID:47375-1793059200-1793145599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Grief Support Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:There will be Grief Support Group meetings on Tuesday evenings at 6:15\, through the Fall and early Winter. \nThese will be held at the St Anthony Parish Center\, located at 101 East Virginia Avenue in Effingham. \nAnyone is welcome to come. \nCall the parish office at 217-347-7129 with questions.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47375-47375/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTSTAMP:20260923T003544Z
CREATED:20260923T002836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T003544Z
UID:47444-1793145600-1793404799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Harvest of Hope for Mae's Miracle
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47444-harvest-of-hope-for-maes-miracle-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTSTAMP:20260930T160706Z
CREATED:20260930T160525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T160706Z
UID:47956-1793232000-1793318399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in October
DESCRIPTION:Red Cross Blood Drives in October: \n10/1\, Thursday\, Greenup Village Municipal Building\, 12:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/2\, Friday\, Newton High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/7\, Wednesday\, Grace United Methodist Church in Neoga\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, Shelbyville High School\, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM\n10/7\, Wednesday\, The Equity in Effingham\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/8\, Thursday\, Flora Church of the Nazarene\, Noon – 5:00 PM\n10/8\, Thursday\, Knights of Columbus Building in Newton\, Noon – 5:30 PM \n10/12\, Monday\, St Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Sainte Marie\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/16\, Friday\, Oblong Grade School\, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM \n10/20\, Tuesday\, Mason Christian Church Annex\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/21\, Wednesday\, Dieterich High School\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM \n10/22\, Thursday\, Neal Center YMCA in Toledo\, 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n10/23\, Friday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n10/29\, Thursday\, St Michael Church in Sigel\, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n10/29\, Thursday\, Clay City High School\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nFall into the habit of donating!  Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood from October 1 – 18. \nCome to give blood October 19 – 31 for a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email PLUS earn 200 bonus points toward exclusive Donor Rewards!  See rcblood.org/Maze for details. \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47956-47956/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260930T204039Z
CREATED:20260930T171003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T204039Z
UID:47978-1793318400-1793491199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Area Trick-or-Treat Times
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 30 \nNewton\, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (rain date is October 31) \nSainte Marie\, 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. \n  \nSaturday\, October 31 \nBrownstown\, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nSigel\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nStrasburg\, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/47978-area-trick-or-treat-times-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260511T203015Z
CREATED:20260511T202836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T203015Z
UID:37703-1793404800-1793491199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer’s Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from May 30th through October 31st.  The Market will be open from 8:00 – Noon on the old courthouse lawn. \nThere will be fresh produce\, baked goods\, plants\, and flowers\, as well as arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/37703-37703/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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