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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
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UID:27153-1768867200-1768953599@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/27153-27153/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260121
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
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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/25930-25930/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260113T163622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T165559Z
UID:27367-1768780800-1768867199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Annual Tree Sale
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe public can call the Effingham County SWCD office (217-347-7107) to have an order form emailed or mailed to them.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27367-annual-tree-sale/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251226T162104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T162300Z
UID:26061-1768780800-1768867199@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/26061-26061/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251223T172529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T172927Z
UID:25928-1768780800-1768867199@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/25928-25928/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260115T225944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T230303Z
UID:27800-1768694400-1768780799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate Agriculture 2026 - IAAF Schedule
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27800-celebrate-agriculture-2026-iaaf-schedule-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260114T151747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T152526Z
UID:27497-1768694400-1768780799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Soup Supper With Stewardson Lions Club
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27497-lions-club-soup-supper-in-stewardson/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260107T203347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T203347Z
UID:26949-1768694400-1768780799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Pro-Life Breakfast in Teutopolis
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26949-pro-life-breakfast-in-teutopolis/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260102T164359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T204207Z
UID:26600-1768694400-1768780799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Bald Eagle Festival and Bird Show
DESCRIPTION:The Bald Eagle Festival and Bird Show will take place on Sunday\, January 18\, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.  Come out to Pere Marquette Lodge & Conference Center\, near Grafton\, where you can meet our nation’s majestic symbol up close!  This crowd favorite festival will have numerous unique vendors\, restaurant favorites\, drink specials\, free face painting\, live bird shows\, and more family fun everyone can enjoy! \nThe main event\, our Master’s of the Sky Bird Show\, presented by The World Bird Sanctuary\, will introduce and educate guests about magnificent\, winged creatures such as owls\, falcons\, eagles\, and more! \nShow times will be at 11:00am\, 1:00pm\, and 3:00pm.  We can only accept 160 guests per show.  Master’s of the Sky Bird Show Ticket Prices: \nAge 0-2\, on lap:  FREE *children must be on a lap to be free*\nAge 3-7:  $5\nAge 8+:  $10 \nTickets will go on sale at the Front Desk 1 hour before each show.  For example\, tickets to the 1:00pm show will go on sale at noon.  Please know\, these shows are extremely popular and they do sell out. \nFor more information on the Bald Eagle Festival and Bird Show\, please contact Arielle at 618-786-2331\, ext. 338.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26600-bald-eagle-festival-and-bird-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260102T162330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T162409Z
UID:26590-1768694400-1768780799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Dolly's Birthday Bash
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26590-dollys-birthday-bash/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251230T160214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160341Z
UID:26304-1768694400-1768780799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26304-26304/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260115T225908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T225908Z
UID:27798-1768608000-1768694399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate Agriculture 2026 - IAAF Schedule
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27798-celebrate-agriculture-2026-iaaf-schedule-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260109T172624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172909Z
UID:27151-1768608000-1768694399@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/27151-27151/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251229T165419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T170016Z
UID:26187-1768608000-1768694399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Meat Shoot At Edgewood Legion Lake
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26187-meat-shoot-at-edgewood-legion-lake/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251226T163011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T163026Z
UID:26072-1768608000-1768694399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Altamont American Legion Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26072-altamont-american-legion-breakfast/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251216T211704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T213247Z
UID:25382-1768608000-1768694399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Benefit & Silent Auction for Jennifer Oakley
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25382-benefit-silent-auction-for-jennifer-oakley/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260115T225837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T225837Z
UID:27795-1768521600-1768607999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate Agriculture 2026 - IAAF Schedule
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/27795-celebrate-agriculture-2026-iaaf-schedule/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260107T162238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T151336Z
UID:26923-1768521600-1768607999@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/26923-26923/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260113T161150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T161823Z
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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/27341-casa-volunteers-needed/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260106T213856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T213856Z
UID:26848-1768435200-1768521599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Angeled Kids Foster Closet & Resale
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26848-angeled-kids-foster-closet-resale-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260102T152216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T154033Z
UID:26569-1768435200-1768521599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teen And Mom Yoga and Breast Cancer Awareness
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham County Health Department\, Flying Buddha Fitness\, and the Effingham Public Library will host a free Teen and Mom Yoga and Breast Cancer Awareness Program at 5:30 p.m. Thursday\, January 15\, in the Library’s Workman Room. \nThe program invites teens and young women to attend with a mother\, aunt\, caregiver or other trusted adult.  Vicki Funneman of Flying Buddha Fitness\, a certified yoga instructor\, will lead participants through easy yoga movements and partner poses suitable for beginners.  Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that they can move easily in and to bring a yoga mat\, if they have access to one. \nCatherine Bailey from the Effingham County Health Department will provide an introduction to breast cancer prevention and early detection\, including the importance of starting monthly breast self-exams in your early 20s. \nThe event is funded by a Carolyn Adams Ticket for the Cure – Community Outreach Grant from the Illinois Department of Public Health\, which supports expanded outreach and education on breast cancer prevention\, screening\, and support services in Effingham County. \nDoor Prizes are sponsored by the Prevent Cancer Foundation. \nThe event is free\, but registration is required through the Effingham Public Library’s website http://www.effinghamlibrary.org and https://effinghamlibrary.libnet.info/event/15372969 \nMore information is available by calling Catherine Bailey\, from the Effingham County Health Department at 217-342-1134.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26569-teen-and-mom-yoga/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251230T160147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T160330Z
UID:26302-1768435200-1768521599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26302-26302/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260115
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20260109T172556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172903Z
UID:27149-1768348800-1768435199@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/27149-27149/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:26805-1768348800-1768435199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Pantry - Calvary Baptist Church
DESCRIPTION:The Calvary Baptist Church Food Pantry will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, January 12th\, from 4:00 – 5:30.  Call 217-342-6671 to place your order. \nDrive-up Pickup is on Wednesday\, January 14th\, from 4:00 – 5:00pm. \nAnyone needing assistance is encouraged to call 217-342-6671.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26805-food-pantry-calvary-baptist-church-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:24669-1768348800-1768435199@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/24669-enduring-freedom-ministries-january-dates-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
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UID:26965-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Seeds in the Snow - Program at Library
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26965-seeds-in-the-snow-program-at-library/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251230T160116Z
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UID:26300-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Tree Collections For Fish Habitat
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists are collecting live Christmas trees to be used as fish habitat in local lakes after the holidays.  The collected trees will be bundled together\, weighted\, and submerged at lakes\, providing critical habitat for multiple fish species and promoting algae growth for insects that attract fish for anglers.  The trees will naturally decompose over time. \nMaps and coordinates of the tree habitat locations are available online or from each lake’s biologist.  Visit the IDNR Office of Fisheries website for drop-off location information and instructions. Trees should be placed only in the designated area for each site and only during the designated drop-off dates.  Trees must be free of stands\, lights\, ornaments\, and tinsel.  Wreaths and garlands will not be accepted. \nDrop-off locations and dates include the following: \nFayette County:  Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area near boat ramp. \nJasper County:  Newton State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees at designated area on northwest side of the parking lot near boat ramp. \nSam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees in designated area near southwest boat ramp. \nStephen A. Forbes State Recreation Area\nUntil January 18\nPlace trees near in the designated area near the boat ramp. \nShelby County:  Johnstowne Mall\nUntil March 1\nPlace trees in designated area northwest corner of parking lot.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/26300-26300/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:26059-1768262400-1768348799@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/26059-26059/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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UID:25452-1768262400-1768348799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Elks Trade Scholarship Available
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/25452-elks-trade-scholarship-available-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260517T222057
CREATED:20251208T213052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T213109Z
UID:24665-1768262400-1768348799@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/24665-enduring-freedom-ministries-january-dates-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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