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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drives
DESCRIPTION:A little good goes a long way!  Come give blood through September 21st for an exclusive Red Cross x PEANUTS® mystery bag with one of four special T-shirt designs\, while they last.  You won’t know which iconic design you’ll get until you open it! \nRed Cross Blood Drives in September: \n9/2\, Tuesday\, Casey First Baptist Church – Fellowship Hall\, Noon – 6:00 PM \n9/12\, Friday\, Cornerstone Church – Gym\, Effingham\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM\n9/12\, Friday\, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin – Hall\, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n9/16\, Tuesday\, Lake Land College in Mattoon – Foundation/Alumni Conference Room\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \n9/19\, Friday\, Dan Hecht Chevrolet/Toyota showroom\, Effingham\, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM \n9/29\, Monday\, Effingham Event Center\, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM \nTo make an appointment\, visit RedCrossBlood.org\, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)\, or download the Red Cross Donor App.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16857-red-cross-blood-drives-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250822T200658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T203034Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Sundown Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Stage at Lake Sara\, 8725 East Marine Road\, Effingham \nThis event is about bringing together music lovers and artists of the eclectic music scenes across Illinois and the greater Midwest (and beyond) to help foster an even tighter\, larger community. Enjoy 3 days of rock\, folk\, blues\, funk\, Americana\, songwriter music — on the shady shores of Lake Sara! \nThe full lineup and information about every artist can be seen here:  https://www.summersundownfest.com/2025-artists \nWeekend passes and single day passes are out now\, available to buy at:  http://www.SummerSundownFest.com! \nKids under 15 are free with a paying adult. \nIn addition to all the great music\, Summer Sundown will feature yoga and sound healing\, workshops\, arts and crafts vendors\, and local food vendors.  Workshops are free for all patrons.  Tips will be accepted. \nBring a friend and be prepared to meet a few hundred new ones!  Get excited people\, it’s #festivalseason! \nSummer Sundown Music Festival is produced in partnership with Poss Music Works.  Poss Music Work is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) corporation focused on bringing music and music education to Central Illinois\, based in Effingham\, IL. \nLike\, share\, follow along…and we will #SeeYouAtSundown!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16628-summer-sundown-music-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250821T162658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T163927Z
UID:16518-1757635200-1757721599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Clear The List\, Fill A Plate in Fayette County
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16518-clear-the-list-fill-a-plate-in-fayette-county/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250821T141833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T142923Z
UID:16470-1757635200-1757721599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Crossroads Harvest of Quilts
DESCRIPTION:Crossroads Harvest of Quilts will be held on Friday and Saturday\, September 12 and 13.  This will be at the Effingham Holiday Inn\, located at 1301 Avenue Mid America. \nYou can obtain entries at the website:  http://crossroadquilters.wordpress.com/.  The entry has a deadline of being postmarked by August 23\, sent to P.O. Box 751\, Effingham  IL  62401.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16470-crossroads-harvest-of-quilts/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250911T142444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T142846Z
UID:18209-1757548800-1757635199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Girl Scout Registration
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome!  We can’t wait to have you join us as our newest members!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/18209-girl-scout-registration/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250826T152313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T152313Z
UID:16838-1757548800-1757635199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Carl P. Koerner Jr. Memorial Sports Spectacular
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16838-carl-p-koerner-jr-memorial-sports-spectacular/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250821T194422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T194445Z
UID:16536-1757548800-1757635199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Recovery Month with ROSC\, Coffee Shops\, & Bakeries
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16536-recovery-month-with-rosc-coffee-shops-bakeries-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250904T154148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T152257Z
UID:17615-1757462400-1757548799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Calvary Baptist Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:The Calvary Baptist Food Pantry will be taking orders for food bags on Monday\, September 8th from 4:00-5:30.  Call 217-342-6671 to place an order. \nPickup is on Wednesday\, September 10th\, from 4:00-5:00. \nAll in need are encouraged to call 217-342-6671
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17615-calvary-baptist-food-pantry-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250911
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250801T152432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T152444Z
UID:15252-1757462400-1757548799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in September
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in September:\n.\nTuesday\, September 2nd from 4-6pm\, Shumway (304 S. West Street)\nTuesday\, September 9th from 4-6pm\, Shumway (304 S. West Street)\nWednesday September 10th from noon-2pm\, Shumway (304 S. West Street)\nSaturday\, September 13th from 9am-noon\, Mason (861 E. Washington)\nSaturday\, September 20th from 11am-3p.m.  FreedomFest!  The grocery distribution starts at 1p.m.\n.\nFor all the above dates\, except for FreedomFest\, we ask you to call and sign up ahead of time.  Please call 217-240-0059.\n.\nNo registration for FreedomFest
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/15252-enduring-freedom-ministries-distributions-in-september-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250827T151828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T154852Z
UID:16945-1757376000-1757462399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Homeschool STEM Squad
DESCRIPTION:This program will run through May 2026.  If someone misses a session\, that’s no problem\, as participants can register for another date.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16945-homeschool-stem-squad/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250820T201918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T202633Z
UID:16427-1757376000-1757462399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:ImpactLife Blood Drive at St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16427-impactlife-blood-drive-at-st-anthonys-memorial-hospital-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250820T161709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T161709Z
UID:16377-1757376000-1757462399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Medicare Information Free Class
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URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16377-medicare-information-free-class-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250820T150649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T151107Z
UID:16340-1757376000-1757462399@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/16340-songs-of-the-illinois-freedom-road-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250818T144839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T153245Z
UID:16136-1757376000-1757462399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:SBL Hospice Binga
DESCRIPTION:The Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Foundation will host its 18th annual SBL Hospice Binga at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday\, September 9\, at the Mattoon Eagles Club\, 1917 Oak Avenue.  Doors open at 4:30 p.m.  Net proceeds support an endowment for SBL Willow Breeze Hospice House. \nContributions to Hospice Binga directly impact people throughout East Central and Southern Illinois by helping those with limited resources pay for their stay at Willow Breeze.  “Willow Breeze has already impacted many families in the region\,” SBL Special Events Officer Kim Lockart said.  “Proceeds from Hospice Binga will support the endowment and ensure that we can continue to help families who need assistance.” \nAdmission tickets are available for $10 each\, which includes 10 regular Binga games.  Raffle tickets are also available for $5 each\, or three for $10\, for a Nintendo Switch 2 Console and Mario Kart World bundle\, featuring a vivid\, 7.9” LCD touch screen with 256 GB of internal storage.  The bundle is donated by County Office Products\, Inc.  The winner will be drawn on September 9 during SBL Hospice Binga\, but you need not be present to win. \nThis year’s auction items will open for bidding online starting at 8 am on Friday\, September 5.  Items range from activities to handmade treasures and will also be on display at the event and available for bidding through 5 pm on Wednesday\, September 10. \nSBL would also like to thank this year’s Partner\, Blake’s Shining Star & the Durdel Family\, and Title Sponsors: Commercial Electric; Cromwell Media; and First Neighbor Bank. \nFor more information\, to make a donation\, or to purchase raffle tickets\, contact the SBL Health Foundation at 217-258-2511 or visit www.sarahbush.org/binga.  You can also bid on auction items at that web address.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16136-sbl-hospice-binga/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250910
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250801T152345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T152345Z
UID:15250-1757376000-1757462399@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in September
DESCRIPTION:Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions in September:\n.\nTuesday\, September 2nd from 4-6pm\, Shumway (304 S. West Street)\nTuesday\, September 9th from 4-6pm\, Shumway (304 S. West Street)\nWednesday September 10th from noon-2pm\, Shumway (304 S. West Street)\nSaturday\, September 13th from 9am-noon\, Mason (861 E. Washington)\nSaturday\, September 20th from 11am-3p.m.  FreedomFest!  The grocery distribution starts at 1p.m.\n.\nFor all the above dates\, except for FreedomFest\, we ask you to call and sign up ahead of time.  Please call 217-240-0059.\n.\nNo registration for FreedomFest
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/15250-enduring-freedom-ministries-distributions-in-september/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250909
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250228T193502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T193502Z
UID:3472-1757289600-1757375999@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Free Diabetes Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Free Diabetes Support Group Offered by  \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham delivers world-class care close to home with a highly specialized team of local experts. \nTo help and encourage those with diabetes and their family members\, HSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology – Effingham offers a monthly diabetes support group\, free of charge. The support group is held at their office at 500 N. Maple St.\, Suite 200 in Effingham. \n• Diabetes Support Group – Join with other members of the diabetes community in a supportive\, caring environment. Each meeting includes education on a diabetes-related topic\, recipe demonstrations\, and lots of laughter and fun. No registration is necessary – all are welcome. \nDates/Times: Held on the second Monday of the month from 5-6 p.m. \n– February 10 \n– March 10 \n– April 14 \n– May 12 \n– June 9 \n– July 14 \n– August 11 \n– September 8 \n– October 13 \n– November 10 \n– December 8 \nDates are subject to change. \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology’s Dr. Radhika Annam\, endocrinologist\, and registered dietitians and diabetes educators Tracy Dennis and Adrienne Jarrell\, work together to provide those with diabetes the tools they need to manage their condition and live their best life. \nHSHS Medical Group Diabetes and Endocrinology educators are also available for individualized counseling for diet\, medication administration\, and initiation and troubleshooting of devices (glucose monitors\, insulin pumps\, CGMs/sensors). For more information or questions\, call 217-391-5460. \nFor more information about HSHS Medical Group\, visit hshsmedicalgroup.org.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/3472-free-diabetes-support-group-8/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250903T202107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T202403Z
UID:17533-1757203200-1757289599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Gym Bob's Jamboree Show
DESCRIPTION:The Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday\, September 7th\, beginning at 1:00pm!  This will be our “All 50’s and 60’s Show” and we will be featuring all your favorite oldies music\, such as Roy Orbison\, Elvis Presley\, and other legends from the 50’s and 60’s\, for the whole family to enjoy – performed by the Gym Bob’s Jamboree Band and Singers. \nThe Jamboree Show is held the first Sunday afternoon of the month at Gym Bob’s\, located at 44 Apostle Lane in Bible Grove. \nReservations are not necessary but can be made by calling 615-481-7418. \nMore information may also be found online at http://www.GymBobs.com
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17533-gym-bobs-jamboree-show-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250902T145110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T151057Z
UID:17368-1757203200-1757289599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Teutopolis Monastery Museum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17368-teutopolis-monastery-museum-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250902T143221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T144107Z
UID:17359-1757203200-1757289599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Chuck Wagon Gang in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:The Gospel Group the Chuck Wagon Gang will be at the First Church of God\, 2600 South Banker Street in Effingham.  They will be performing on Sunday\, September 7\, at 2:00 pm
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17359-chuckwagon-gang-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250829T165321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T193134Z
UID:17196-1757203200-1757289599@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Benefit/Celebration of Life for Ron Worman
DESCRIPTION:CELEBRATION OF LIFE/BENEFIT FOR RON WORMAN\nEffingham Event Center\nSunday\, September 7\, 2025 \nBAKE SALE 12:00 PM – 5:00 P.M.\n-Baked Goods may be dropped off at the Effingham Event Center on September 7 from 10:00 till Noon for free will donations. \nSILENT AUCTION 12:00 P.M.-3:45 P.M.\n-Contact Ruth Rhodes 217-254-9178 or Katie Duncan 217-821-3341 by Friday\, September 5\, to donate auction items. \nMUSIC & KARAOKE BY DANNY SHELTON \nFOOD BY KIRBY FOODS\n– Noon till It’s Gone!  Drive Up or Dine In – Free Will Donations\n– Porkburgers\, Hamburger\, Hot Dogs & Chips \nRaffle & 50/50 Drawing throughout the day! \nALL PROCEEDS WILL HELP WITH RON’S MEDICAL & MISC. EXPENSES.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17196-benefit-celebration-of-life-for-ron-worman/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250903T193547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T193547Z
UID:17516-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Block Party - Journey Church
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17516-block-party-journey-church/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250822T150931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T151050Z
UID:16595-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Official Pre-Party at Summer Sundown Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Summer Sundown Music Festival OFFICIAL Pre-Party takes place on Saturday\, September 6!  Come to hear Spatch\, Time to Kill 1975 / 2000 revue\, & The Vice Presidents at A1 Liquors on Highway 33 in Effingham. \nIt’s FREE!  (but there is a $10 suggested donation) \nDoors open at 5pm\, with the Show starting at 6pm. \nThe Bands are: \n\nTime To Kill 1975/2000 Revue:\n\nTime to Kill (Garrett Burris\, Austin Stark\, Corey Neidigh & friends) will back up The Ladies of P.M.W. as they sing the hits of 1975 AND 2000 \n\nThe Vice Presidents (Presidents of the United States of America tribute band)\n\n(Andrew Linley\, Neil Holmes\, Erich Metzelaars) will be celebrating the 30th anniversary of the P.O.T.U.S.A. self titled album\, playing tunes from the album + the hits! \n\nSPATCH\, Effingham’s newest jam band will be closing out the night.\n\nGet your drink on at A1 and grab some BBQ from Edley’s (located inside). \nDrawings\, Raffles\, and more!  Bring some cash\, grab your S.S.M.F. tickets before prices go up at the gate\, and skip paying credit card fees! \nHuge thanks to A1 Liquors for hosting and sponsoring the event.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16595-official-pre-party-at-summer-sundown-music-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250820T203047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T145439Z
UID:16430-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Firehouse Jeep Fling for Cowden-Herrick Fire Departments
DESCRIPTION:The event has proven to be a fun adventure for families\, offering a route through stunning country scenery just outside of town.  Participants can select between a muddy or dry path\, and there are raffles for both kids and adults at each stop.  The first stop includes food from the Jeep run\, and the final stop at Pinky’s features supreme raffles with supreme prizes!
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16430-firehouse-jeep-fling-for-cowden-herrick-fire-departments/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250820T162419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T162438Z
UID:16385-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:GLOBingo for Effingham Humane Society
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16385-globingo-for-effingham-humane-society/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250729T155106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T155119Z
UID:14985-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Effingham Cruise
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/14985-downtown-effingham-cruise-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250717T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T153715Z
UID:14235-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Jeep Run Fundraiser for Honor Flight
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/14235-jeep-run-fundraiser-for-honor-flight/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250505T151332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T151332Z
UID:8907-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Effingham Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday\, from June 14th through October 25th. \nVendors will be selling fresh produce\, baked goods\, and handcrafted arts and crafts.
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/8907-effingham-farmers-market-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250907
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UID:14106-1757116800-1757203199@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:White Squirrel Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/14106-white-squirrel-bluegrass-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250903T195701Z
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SUMMARY:D.A.V. Fund Drive in Effingham
DESCRIPTION:The Disabled American Veterans Chapter #7 will be out collecting funds for Forget-Me-Not Day.   D.A.V. associates will be in various Effingham locations accepting donations on \nFriday\, September 5\, from 7:00 – Noon\, \nand \nSaturday\, September 6\, from 7:00 – 1:00 pm. \nCollected donations will go towards local disabled veterans. \n 
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/17522-d-a-v-fund-drive-in-effingham/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250906
DTSTAMP:20260519T134845
CREATED:20250821T144436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T144436Z
UID:16480-1757030400-1757116799@www.thexradio.com
SUMMARY:Whitetails Unlimited Central Illinois Chapter Banquet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thexradio.com/news/calendar/16480-whitetails-unlimited-central-illinois-chapter-banquet/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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