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SUMMARY:Free Medicare Guidance and Education
DESCRIPTION:Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter\, an independent Medicare adviser\, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free\, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs. \nChapter advisers provide expert\, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap)\, Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans.  They are trained to assist existing Medicare patients aged 65 or older maintain or change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) beginning Oct. 15 and continuing through Dec. 7.  They also offer guidance year-round to patients who become Medicare-eligible on their 65th birthday. \nHSHS is committed to ensuring patients and all members of the community have access to compassionate\, high-quality health care through all stages of life. \n“Choosing a Medicare plan can be overwhelming\, with many factors to consider\,” said Jeff Sterling\, HSHS Vice President of Managed Care.  “By leveraging Chapter’s technology and expertise\, HSHS aims to provide our patients with the information they need to find the best fit for their needs.” \n“Chapter utilizes a state-of-the-art platform to guide patients through the Medicare plan selection process\,” said Cobi Blumenfeld-Gantz\, CEO of Chapter.  “HSHS’ Mission to provide compassionate\, high-quality health care aligns with our own vision at Chapter.  Together\, we can help individuals navigate the confusing world of Medicare\, ensuring they get the right coverage.” \nHSHS patients interested in receiving personalized Medicare guidance can book an appointment online at askchapter.org/hshs or by phone at 855-636-0583.  Those interested in learning more about Chapter’s approach to Medicare advice can visit askchapter.org. \nFor more information about HSHS\, visit hshs.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21263-free-medicare-guidance-and-education-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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SUMMARY:United Way Christmas Cash Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050–2025
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23571-23571/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Christmas Open House at the Cross - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SUNDAY\, DECEMBER  7
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23304-christmas-open-house-at-the-cross/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
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SUMMARY:Old Courthouse and Cross Christmas Concerts
DESCRIPTION:2025 Effingham Old Courthouse & Cross Christmas Concerts\nAll Concerts are free & open to the public! \nSaturday\, November 29 (After the Santa Parade)\, Old Courthouse Museum\, 100 East Jefferson Avenue\, Effingham \n6:15 pm Hometown Christmas Choir\n6:45 pm FACE Christmas Orchestra \n  \nSunday\, November 30 (The “Cross” Open House)\,  The “Cross” Chapel\, 1900 Pike Avenue\, Effingham \n2:00 pm Hometown Christmas Choir\n2:45 pm FACE Christmas Orchestra\n3:30 pm Christmas Stylings by Hillary Beard \n  \nHometown Christmas Choir Rehearsals are at the 1st Presbyterian Church\, 600 West Temple Avenue\, Effingham \n6:00 – 7:30 pm Monday Nights: November 10\, 17\, & 24 \n  \nFACE Christmas Orchestra Rehearsals are in the Sacred Heart School Music Room\, 405 South Henrietta\, Effingham \n7:00 – 8:30 pm Thursday Nights: November 6\, 13\, & 20 \n  \nYouth-Adults are welcome to join the choir or the orchestra any time.\nEmail to arugala76@hotmail.com for additional info.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22358-old-courthouse-and-cross-christmas-concerts-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
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SUMMARY:Herman German Market
DESCRIPTION:This German Christmas Market offers Christmas items from multiple local vendors\, including: \n\nThe Place with hair tinsel and spiked boys hair\, and face painting\nNyssa Strom – Nyssa’s Knacks with Handmade Christmas Crafts\nDebbie’s Creations with Embellished hats\, Painted wine bottles\, bracelets\, kitchen towels\, glass trees and more\nDeloris Minardi with 18 inch doll clothes and hand dipped candies\nMimi’s Cookie Co with decorated Sugar Cookies\nPrairie Feather Designs with Natural Tallow products\nCindy’s Creations – Baby bibs\, Burp cloths\, Pacifier holder\, Hanging towels\, Memory Bears\, Slap bracelets\, Crocheted Stuffed animals\, Crochet head wrap\, Crochet mug cozy\nTurtle Rock Farm with Sourdough bread and other delights\nMicky Strack of Past and Present Shoppe Picture It with a variety of Crocheted Scarves\, Jewelry\, Christmas items such as wreaths\nDiane Donaldson with Denim Blankets\, Aprons and more
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23825-herman-german-market/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251124T172555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T172555Z
UID:23603-1764374400-1764460799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Stewardson's Christmas In A One Cow Town
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23603-stewardsons-christmas-in-a-one-cow-town/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251124T154243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T154613Z
UID:23573-1764374400-1764460799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way Christmas Cash Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050–2025
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23573-23573/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas - POSTPONED
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO WEATHER\, EFFINGHAM’S HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY\, DECEMBER 6! \nKick off the holiday season with your family and friends at Downtown Effingham’s Hometown Christmas on Saturday\, November 29!   Whether you’re hosting loved ones home for Thanksgiving or starting your own holiday traditions\, this magical evening is the perfect way to celebrate together. \nClimb aboard for cozy horse-drawn carriage rides or whimsical tractor train rides\, and delight the kids with a chance to meet a live reindeer.  Make memories visiting Santa\, snapping photos with favorite Christmas and Disney characters\, and creating festive crafts in Santa’s Workshop.  As you stroll through the holiday magic\, warm up with a cup of hot chocolate\, enjoy the sweet crunch of kettle corn\, and soak in the sparkle and joy of the season. \nBring the whole family downtown and make memories you’ll treasure for years to come! \nFood & Beverage | 3:00-6:00pm \nMacklin Kettle Corn & Joe Sippers Cafe Beverage Cart (costs associated with these vendors) \nEntertainment | 3:00-5:00pm \nSanta’s Workshop (heated tent in the City parking lot)\n•Bulb Planting – University of Illinois Master Gardeners\n•Christmas Activity – C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corp.\n•Christmas Coloring Pages & Pet Treats – Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS)\n•Christmas Craft – Effingham County Case Managers\n•Christmas Ornament – Caritas Family Solutions\n•Cookie Decorating – Kirby Foods-Effingham\n•Reindeer Food – The Royal School of Cosmetology \nAdditional Activities \n•Horse Drawn Carriage Rides – Yoder Horse & Carriage\n•Two LIVE Reindeer & Sleigh – Prairie Moon Farm\n•Tractor Train Rides – Bahrns Equipment\, Inc.\, Roepke Overhead Door & Y-Yard \nSpecial Guests \n•2025 Miss and Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen – Krista Phillips & Leah Ring\n•Holiday & Winter Characters – Effingham High School Drama Club \nLighted Christmas Parade | 5:00pm \nWe are bringing Santa to town in sparkling style — join us as the streets come alive with lights\, laughter\, and holiday magic!  See below to sign up! \nSanta House | 5:45-8:00pm\n \nThe big man in red is heading to his house — making his list\, checking it twice\, and arriving in style!  Santa’s elves at the Effingham Public Library are hard at work to make sure every child — young or old\, naughty or nice — receives a personalized letter from Jolly Old St. Nick himself.  This festive tradition is proudly sponsored by Tracy Willenborg\, helping spread holiday cheer throughout our community.  Request your letter here by Friday\, December 5. \nLive Music @ the Old Courthouse \n6:15pm | FACE Christmas Concert\n6:45pm | FACE Community Orchestra \nLighted Parade: \nGet ready to be dazzled by a magical evening of holiday cheer and twinkling lights.  Watch as beautifully decorated floats\, festive vehicles\, and singing elves illuminate the streets\, spreading warmth and joy to all.  Bring your friends and family to experience this beloved holiday tradition.   Parade begins at 5:00pm\, starting at Baseball Card Connection\, heading down Jefferson Ave to The Heart Theatre\, and ending at 3rd St.  Sign up by Tuesday\, November 25. \nParticipants: \nCity of Effingham\nCity of Effingham Caledonia Fire Truck\nCity of Effingham Fire Department\nDan Hecht Chevrolet-Toyota\nDanceLife Center\nDieterich Bank\nFatso’s Famous Pizza\nFirst National Bank of Waterloo\nKrista Phillips | 2025 Miss Effingham County Fair Queen\nLakeland Rehabilitation & Health Care Center\nLeah Ring | 2025 Jr. Miss Effingham County Fair Queen\nPlant Some Kindness\nRumpke Waste & Recycling\nRuss Braunecker Cadillac Buick GMC\nSouth Central FS\nThe Heart Theatre\nW.S. Broom & Co. Furniture\nWabash Communications Co-Op \nBecome a Sponsor: \nHelp brighten this holiday season by supporting this years event!  Hometown Christmas offers a gift to the entire community as we gather together to celebrate this free event.   View opportunities – click here to sponsor! \nSponsors: \nTree Top |\nReindeer x2 |\nHorse & Carriage | The Wellness Loft\nSanta’s Workshop | City of Effingham/Visit Effingham; Wabash Communications Co-Op\nCaroler | HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital; Kirby Foods-Effingham; Premier Broadcasting | 97.9 XFM & KJ Country 102.3; The Heart Theatre; Washington Savings Bank\nSanta Letters | Tracy Willenborg-Taylor Law Office\nCandy Cane | Ameren Illinois; Effingham Asphalt; Evergreen Nursing & Rehab; Peters Buildings Inc.; The Beanstalk Boutique; W.S. Broom Co.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22833-downtown-effingham-hometown-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251105T160122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T161135Z
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SUMMARY:Old Courthouse and Cross Christmas Concerts
DESCRIPTION:2025 Effingham Old Courthouse & Cross Christmas Concerts\nAll Concerts are free & open to the public! \nSaturday\, November 29 (After the Santa Parade)\, Old Courthouse Museum\, 100 East Jefferson Avenue\, Effingham \n6:15 pm Hometown Christmas Choir\n6:45 pm FACE Christmas Orchestra \n  \nSunday\, November 30 (The “Cross” Open House)\,  The “Cross” Chapel\, 1900 Pike Avenue\, Effingham \n2:00 pm Hometown Christmas Choir\n2:45 pm FACE Christmas Orchestra\n3:30 pm Christmas Stylings by Hillary Beard \n  \nHometown Christmas Choir Rehearsals are at the 1st Presbyterian Church\, 600 West Temple Avenue\, Effingham \n6:00 – 7:30 pm Monday Nights: November 10\, 17\, & 24 \n  \nFACE Christmas Orchestra Rehearsals are in the Sacred Heart School Music Room\, 405 South Henrietta\, Effingham \n7:00 – 8:30 pm Thursday Nights: November 6\, 13\, & 20 \n  \nYouth-Adults are welcome to join the choir or the orchestra any time.\nEmail to arugala76@hotmail.com for additional info.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22335-old-courthouse-and-cross-christmas-concerts/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251017T164232Z
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UID:20863-1764374400-1764460799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries distribution dates for November are:\n\n\n\n– Tuesday\, November 4th \, from 4-6p.m.\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway\n\n\n– Saturday\, November 8th from 9-noon\, Mason location\n\n\n– Tuesday\, November 11th \, from 4-6p.m.\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway\n\n\n– Wednesday\, November 12th \, from noon to 2p.m.\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway\n\n\n– Wednesday\, November 19th \, from noon to 2p.m.\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway\n\n\n– Saturday\, November 29th \, from 8:30-noon\, 304 S. West Street\, Shumway\n\n\nCall 217-240-0059 or go online my-christian-space.com and sign up.\n\n\nFYI – Families can now (Nov. 1) start signing up for Locker Blessings\, which will be hosted in Shumway on December 27th.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/20863-20863/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251130
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251013T150728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T150801Z
UID:20459-1764374400-1764460799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tinsel & Tails for E.A.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails\,” a festive holiday experience\, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 – December 27\, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. \n“Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with spectacular holiday decorations and a charming winter wonderland atmosphere.  The event is set to offer an array of activities that celebrate the season and support a noble cause\, including: \n– Holiday Light Tour:  Enjoy a scenic golf cart ride through the beautifully decorated path on the course\, featuring dazzling light displays and festive decorations.\n– Family Fun:  Engage in family-friendly activities like a hot chocolate bar\, roast s’mores\, and take memorable photos with festive backdrops. \nTickets for the event will be available November 3\, on the EARS website:  effinghamanimalrescue.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/20459-tinsel-tails-for-e-a-r-s-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251125T154332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T155134Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving on Goosenest Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Abraham Lincoln’s establishment of Thanksgiving as a national holiday at Thanksgiving on Goosenest Prairie\, produced by the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site and the Lincoln Log Cabin Foundation.  This event takes place from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Friday\, November 28th. \nVisit with the Lincoln family as they prepare for a Thanksgiving feast\, mid-19th century style!  The Goosenest Prairie Gift Shop will be open during the event and features many new holiday items\, including many locally-sourced products and a great selection of items handcrafted by talented volunteers. \nIn 1789\, George Washington became the first president to issue a Thanksgiving proclamation.  Thanksgiving remained predominantly a regional holiday until President Abraham Lincoln revived Washington’s earlier tradition and issued a Thanksgiving proclamation during the Civil War in 1863.  Since 1864\, Americans have celebrated Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. \n“I do therefore invite my fellow citizens in every part of the United States\, and also those who are at sea and those who are sojourning in foreign lands\, to set apart and observe the last Thursday of November next\, as a day of Thanksgiving and Praise to our beneficent Father who dwelleth in the Heavens.”\n– from Abraham Lincoln’s Proclamation of Thanksgiving\, October 3\, 1863 \nLincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site\, a gateway site for the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area\, was the 1840s home of Abraham Lincoln’s father and stepmother\, Thomas and Sarah Bush Lincoln.  It is located eight miles south of Charleston and 14 miles southeast of Mattoon\, Illinois. \nFor more information about this or other events at the site\, call 217-345-1845\, email info@lincolnlogcabin.org\, or visit www.lincolnlogcabin.org. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23707-thanksgiving-on-goosenest-prairie/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251124T154758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T154938Z
UID:23587-1764288000-1764374399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way Christmas Cash Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050–2025
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23587-united-way-christmas-cash-raffle-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251030T163952Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in November
DESCRIPTION:Here are the American Red Cross Blood Drives in November: \nTuesday\, November 4\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nTuesday\, November 4\, First Christian Church of Casey\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n  \nMonday\, November 10\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 14\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n  \nThursday\, November 20\, First Baptist Church of Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 21\, Cornerstone Church in Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \nTuesday\, November 25\, Oil Belt Christian Service Camp\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n  \nWednesday\, November 26\, Flora OddFellows Lodge #151\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 28\, Friday\, Effingham Blood Donation Center\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nPromotions: \n\nDuring National Diabetes Awareness Month in November\, successful donations will get free A1C testing\, which is commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes.*** (One test result per donor in a 12-month period; do not fast before you donate.)  See rcblood.org/harvest\n\nGive October 27 – November 16\, for $20 in e-gift cards.  See rcblood.org/harvest\n\nGive blood Nov. 17 – Dec. 7\, for a pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks\, while supplies last!\n\nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21929-red-cross-blood-drives-in-november-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251013T144746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T150627Z
UID:20446-1764288000-1764374399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Tinsel & Tails for E.A.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:EARS is excited to unveil for another year “Tinsel & Tails\,” a festive holiday experience\, hosted in partnership with Cardinal Golf Course.  Running November 28 – December 27\, this holiday family event will be open every Friday and Saturday night from 5:30PM to 8:30 PM. \n“Tinsel & Tails” will light up Cardinal Golf Course with spectacular holiday decorations and a charming winter wonderland atmosphere.  The event is set to offer an array of activities that celebrate the season and support a noble cause\, including: \n– Holiday Light Tour:  Enjoy a scenic golf cart ride through the beautifully decorated path on the course\, featuring dazzling light displays and festive decorations.\n– Family Fun:  Engage in family-friendly activities like a hot chocolate bar\, roast s’mores\, and take memorable photos with festive backdrops. \nTickets for the event will be available November 3\, on the EARS website:  effinghamanimalrescue.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/20446-tinsel-tails-for-e-a-r-s/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251124T154445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T154539Z
UID:23579-1764201600-1764287999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way Christmas Cash Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050–2025
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23579-23579/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251016T151933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T152505Z
UID:20728-1764201600-1764287999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham County FISH Thanksgiving Day Dinner
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/20728-effingham-county-fish-thanksgiving-day-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251124T154412Z
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UID:23577-1764115200-1764201599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way Christmas Cash Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050–2025
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23577-23577/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251127
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SUMMARY:Walking Through Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Back for its 5th year\, Walking Through Wonderland has become a cherished holiday tradition for families and visitors alike. Join us for this magical\, family-friendly walk-thru experience on Wednesday\, November 26\, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. \nFor one night only\, the Wonderland in Lights will close to all vehicles and offer visitors an opportunity to get up close and personal with our larger-than-life light displays.  This event is free to the public\, but donations are welcome. \nView the displays at your own leisure\, listen and sing along to your favorite Christmas music\, visit with Santa Claus (and keep an eye out for The Grinch!) when you reach the end of the walk. \nEnjoy complimentary refreshments\, fireside\, provided by Dan Hecht Chevrolet Toyota – Effingham and Joe Sippers Cafe\, as well as food and drink available for purchase.  The additional vendors are:  Blaze & Glaze Pizza Co.\, Hometown Pretzels\, Macklin Meadow Kettlecorn\, Market Street Sweets\, and Marj’s Macarons. \nDon’t forget to stop by Visit Effingham’s Holiday Headquarters\, at the park’s pavilion\, to pick up your free holiday souvenir\, make a Christmas craft\, courtesy of the Effingham County 4H\, + decorate a cookie with Effingham County Connections!  You can even get your face painted by Make on Main while you wait (these activities are free to the public).  Custom Visit Effingham mugs by Tazza & Co. will also be for sale at this location – the perfect holiday gift! \nThis year\, the Effingham Police Department returns with the First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF) Toy Express!  This nonprofit toy distribution program delivers toys to 100\,000 children in more than 150 communities across the country\, and Effingham is one of its first stops!  Children will receive a golden ticket (while supplies last) at the beginning of the walk\, starting at 5:00 p.m.\, and can redeem the ticket once they reach the end. \nParking will be limited at Community Park\, so please consider using our free shuttles\, operated by Wad It Up Transportation.  The shuttle will run continuously\, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.\, and will pick up and drop off at the Courthouse Museum parking lot.  To extend your festivities\, visit Light up the Lawn in Downtown Effingham to view our larger-than-life\, 3-D holiday light displays. \nFor more information\, call the Effingham Tourism Office at 217-342-5310 or visit www.visiteffinghamil.com. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22829-walking-through-wonderland/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251030T193129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T193129Z
UID:21945-1764115200-1764201599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in December
DESCRIPTION:Here are the American Red Cross Blood Drives in November: \nTuesday\, November 4\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nTuesday\, November 4\, First Christian Church of Casey\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n  \nMonday\, November 10\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 14\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n  \nThursday\, November 20\, First Baptist Church of Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 21\, Cornerstone Church in Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \nTuesday\, November 25\, Oil Belt Christian Service Camp\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n  \nWednesday\, November 26\, Flora OddFellows Lodge #151\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 28\, Friday\, Effingham Blood Donation Center\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nPromotions: \n\nDuring National Diabetes Awareness Month in November\, successful donations will get free A1C testing\, which is commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes.*** (One test result per donor in a 12-month period; do not fast before you donate.)  See rcblood.org/harvest\n\nGive October 27 – November 16\, for $20 in e-gift cards.  See rcblood.org/harvest\n\nGive blood Nov. 17 – Dec. 7\, for a pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks\, while supplies last!\n\nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21945-red-cross-blood-drives-in-december/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251124T154329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T154620Z
UID:23575-1764028800-1764115199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:United Way Christmas Cash Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Ticket Link:  https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/united-way-christmas-cash-5050–2025
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/23575-23575/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251114T210812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T210857Z
UID:22951-1764028800-1764115199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Drive Donations for Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22951-food-drive-donations-for-catholic-charities-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251030T193019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T193029Z
UID:21943-1764028800-1764115199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives in November
DESCRIPTION:Here are the American Red Cross Blood Drives in November: \nTuesday\, November 4\, Teutopolis Banquet Hall\, 12:30 PM – 6:00 PM \nTuesday\, November 4\, First Christian Church of Casey\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n  \nMonday\, November 10\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin\, 1:30 – 5:30 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 14\, Flora High School\, 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM \n  \nThursday\, November 20\, First Baptist Church of Shelbyville\, Noon – 5:00 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 21\, Cornerstone Church in Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n  \nTuesday\, November 25\, Oil Belt Christian Service Camp\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n  \nWednesday\, November 26\, Flora OddFellows Lodge #151\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \n  \nFriday\, November 28\, Friday\, Effingham Blood Donation Center\, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM \nPromotions: \n\nDuring National Diabetes Awareness Month in November\, successful donations will get free A1C testing\, which is commonly used to screen for prediabetes and diabetes.*** (One test result per donor in a 12-month period; do not fast before you donate.)  See rcblood.org/harvest\n\nGive October 27 – November 16\, for $20 in e-gift cards.  See rcblood.org/harvest\n\nGive blood Nov. 17 – Dec. 7\, for a pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks\, while supplies last!\n\nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21943-red-cross-blood-drives-in-november-7/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251126
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251022T153244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T153547Z
UID:21265-1764028800-1764115199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Medicare Guidance and Education
DESCRIPTION:Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) and Chapter\, an independent Medicare adviser\, are partnering to offer current and newly eligible Medicare patients free\, unbiased consultations on choosing a Medicare plan that best fits their health care needs. \nChapter advisers provide expert\, up-to-date information about Medicare Supplement (aka Medigap)\, Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug plans.  They are trained to assist existing Medicare patients aged 65 or older maintain or change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) beginning Oct. 15 and continuing through Dec. 7.  They also offer guidance year-round to patients who become Medicare-eligible on their 65th birthday. \nHSHS is committed to ensuring patients and all members of the community have access to compassionate\, high-quality health care through all stages of life. \n“Choosing a Medicare plan can be overwhelming\, with many factors to consider\,” said Jeff Sterling\, HSHS Vice President of Managed Care.  “By leveraging Chapter’s technology and expertise\, HSHS aims to provide our patients with the information they need to find the best fit for their needs.” \n“Chapter utilizes a state-of-the-art platform to guide patients through the Medicare plan selection process\,” said Cobi Blumenfeld-Gantz\, CEO of Chapter.  “HSHS’ Mission to provide compassionate\, high-quality health care aligns with our own vision at Chapter.  Together\, we can help individuals navigate the confusing world of Medicare\, ensuring they get the right coverage.” \nHSHS patients interested in receiving personalized Medicare guidance can book an appointment online at askchapter.org/hshs or by phone at 855-636-0583.  Those interested in learning more about Chapter’s approach to Medicare advice can visit askchapter.org. \nFor more information about HSHS\, visit hshs.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21265-21265/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20250827T194354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T195946Z
UID:16981-1763856000-1763942399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Artisan & Vendor Market in Dieterich
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16981-holiday-artisan-vendor-market-in-dieterich/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251124
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20250820T151509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T151509Z
UID:16354-1763856000-1763942399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad
DESCRIPTION:A new exhibit highlighting the courageous stories of freedom seekers and the multi-racial conductors who assisted them on the Underground Railroad in Illinois are featured in a new exhibit Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad.  This will be on display in the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site’s Visitor Center – Sargent Gallery\, now through December 31. \nThis exhibit tells selected stories of freedom seekers\, conductors and communities in Illinois that were part of the journey to freedom on the Illinois Underground Railroad.  Using photos\, videos\, maps\, personal stories\, and illustrations created specifically for the exhibit\, visitors will learn the about the people and communities who took part in this hidden history.  Highlighted stories include freedom seekers John and Eliza Little\, who traveled barefoot through Illinois to Canada to gain their freedom\, or conductors like Henry who worked for Abraham Lincoln\, and Mary Ann King Brown who helped the enslaved to freedom in the Springfield\, Quincy and Galena areas.  Many of the known communities are included\, from Cairo through Springfield to Quincy and Chicago.  Other featured areas are Brooklyn/Freedom Village\, Miller Grove\, Rocky Fork\, Galesburg\, Mount Hope\, Jacksonville\, and New Philadelphia. \n Journey to Freedom:  Illinois’ Underground Railroad is proudly presented by The Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area\, also known as Looking for Lincoln. \nThe Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site is located at 402 South Lincoln Highway Road\, Lerna\, IL  62440.  For more information call 217-345-1845\, or visit lincolnlogcabin.org
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16354-journey-to-freedom-illinois-underground-railroad-5/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251114T205543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T211014Z
UID:22946-1763769600-1763855999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Food Drive Donations for Catholic Charities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22946-food-drive-donations-for-catholic-charities-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251110T174755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T174755Z
UID:22637-1763769600-1763855999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Indoor "Whatever" Sale - Village Square Mall
DESCRIPTION:Fun days in enclosed mall with no cold\, rain\, or snow! \nThere are still openings for people to be included.  Bring your yard sale\, baked goodies\, crafts or collectibles.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22637-indoor-whatever-sale-village-square-mall/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251110T170200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T170200Z
UID:22624-1763769600-1763855999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Deer Hunters Breakfast at Edgewood Legion
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/22624-deer-hunters-breakfast-at-edgewood-legion/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251123
DTSTAMP:20260518T103756
CREATED:20251028T201158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T201158Z
UID:21743-1763769600-1763855999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night for Effingham County Humane Society
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/21743-trivia-night-for-effingham-county-humane-society/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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