Lake Shelbyville 4th of July Parking and Festivities
2025-07-04
PrintThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is gearing up for the 4th of July at Lake Shelbyville. Fireworks will be launched on July 4th at dusk from Ramp Point, located in Dam West Recreation Area. Lake Shelbyville has compiled a list of locations best suited for viewing the fireworks. Locations include Dam West Recreation Area, Dam East Recreation Area, Lake Shelbyville Visitor Center, portions of the road across the Dam, and Dam West Overlook. At 8 P.M., the Dam Road will be closed to traffic for the fireworks from the 9th street intersection to Dam East.
Be advised that parking is limited. Alternative locations for parking include Spillway Recreation Area, Forest Park, & Dam West High Water Boat Ramp. If parking at the high-water ramp, users may access the General Dacey Trail and walk to Dam West.
The Shelbyville Chamber of Commerce has events planned for July 4th and 5th at Dam East and Dam West Recreation Areas. July 4th events include a parade, concessions, inflatables, and fireworks. July 5th events include a community picnic with two (2) food trucks and live music. The Shelbyville Chamber of Commerce events’ information can be found at https://www.shelbyvillechamber.com/event-list or by calling 217-774-2221.
As always, no outside fireworks of any kind are allowed on government property. Offenders will face a citation if caught in possession of fireworks. For additional information, please contact the Lake Shelbyville Project Office at 217-774-3951.

Dieterich 4th of July Celebration
2025-07-04
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4th of July Party at Effingham Event Center
2025-07-04
PrintThe Effingham Event Center is hosting
Toppins Ice Cream and Macklin’s Kettle Corn will be here along with the Knights grilling hamburgers, pork burgers, hotdogs, and brats with chips and soda.

Effingham Farmer's Market
2025-07-05
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The Effingham Farmer’s Market will be every Saturday, from June 14th through October 25th.
Vendors will be selling fresh produce, baked goods, and handcrafted arts and crafts.

ImpactLife Blood Drive in Altamont
2025-07-05

Saturday's Schedule
2025-07-05
PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.
NASCAR
The Loop 110, 2 p.m.

Lake Shelbyville 4th of July Weekend Festivities
2025-07-05

Live Music and Food at Mason
2025-07-05

Gym Bob's Jamboree Show
2025-07-06
PrintThe Gym Bob’s Jamboree Show will be held on Sunday, July 6th, beginning at 1pm! 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.
The Jamboree Show is held the first Sunday afternoon of the month at Gym Bob’s, located at 44 Apostle Lane in Bible Grove.
Reservations are not necessary but can be made by calling 615-481-7418.
More information may also be found online at http://www.GymBobs.com

Monastery Museum in Teutopolis Open in July
2025-07-06
PrintThe Teutopolis Monastery Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. There are 38 small rooms of displays open to visitors on Sunday, July 6.
The hours are from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. We recommend you come early to see the many unique and interesting articles on display. Admission for adults is $5.00 and $1.00 for children.
The Museum is located on the second floor in the former Franciscan Novitiate building, which is located behind St. Francis Church in Teutopolis. An elevator is available for visitors who have difficulty with stairs.
Besides its collection of articles used by the Franciscan Friars, the Museum is also known for Bibles and books in different languages, some from the 1700’s. The “pioneer wing” features items used by early Teutopolis pioneers, including furniture, clocks, quilts, toys, and various household and grocery store items. These articles are on display in the former “cells” or bedrooms of the Novices. Volunteers are available along the tour to explain the displays and assist visitors.
Also open to visitors are the basement where many small farm tools are displayed, the Mausoleum where 79 Franciscan Friars are interred, and St. Francis Church, with stained glass windows depicting events in the life of St. Francis of Assisi.
New this year: Folk art carvings of Ferd Metten will also be on display. Ferd was a member of St. Francis Parish, a farmer, and self-taught artist. His dioramas and smaller carvings reflect pioneer and farm life, his Catholic faith, and remembrances from his youth. He also made vases, bowls, and lanterns with sliced walnut shells. Over 20 of his works of art will be on loan from the Tarble Art Center, Eastern Illinois University, and displayed in the Sr. Ethelbert Center behind St. Francis Church.
Special group tours for adults or school groups can be arranged on days other than the scheduled Sunday openings. Call (217) 961-6404 ext. 236, leave a message and the call will be returned. Regular, scheduled museum opening dates are the first Sunday of the months, through November, except holidays.
For more information go to the parish website: stfrancischurch.com or to the town’s website at Teutopolis.com and click on “Our Community”. Follow us on Facebook this year as we recall the beginnings of the Museum in 1975-76.

Sunday's Schedule
2025-07-06
PrintMAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs, 1:20 p.m.
NASCAR
Grant Park 165, 11 a.m.

Sheep & The Great Shepherd VBS at First Christian Church
2025-07-07, 2025-07-08, 2025-07-09
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Children 5th grade and under are invited to attend.
There will be snacks, music, missions, crafts, recreation, and Bible Study.
Please signup at the website: https://fcceffingham.com/events/get-connected-4-2-2/

School Supply Applications from FISH
2025-07-07
PrintEffingham County FISH is now offering for Pre-School through 8th Grade:

Red Cross Blood Drives in July
2025-07-07, 2025-07-09
PrintRed Cross Blood Drives in July:
7/1, Tuesday, First Christian Church of Casey, Noon – 6:00
7/1, Tuesday, Teutopolis Banquet Hall, 12:30 – 5:30
7/7, Monday, South Central FS, Effingham, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
7/9, Wednesday, Altamont Municipal Building, 2:00 – 6:00
7/11, Friday, Cornerstone Church, Effingham, 1:30 – 5:30
7/16, Wednesday, Holy Cross Church of Wendelin, 1:30 – 5:30
7/18, Friday, Knights of Columbus Building, Newton, 1:00 – 5:00
7/28, Monday, Effingham Event Center, 2:00 – 6:00
To make an appointment and learn more about your health, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), or download the Red Cross Donor App.

Monday's Schedule
2025-07-07
PrintEFFINGHAM PARK DISTRICT
Baseball
Small Fry League
At Small Fry Diamond
Game 1—Team 5 vs. Team 3, 5:30 p.m.
At Gene A. Niccum Field
Game 1 – Team 7 vs. Team 10,
Game 2 – Team 8 vs. Team 9, 7 p.m.
Softball
Junior League
At West Softball Diamond
Game 1 – Teutopolis Sharks vs. Teutopolis State Bank, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2—Dieterich Flyers vs. Teutopolis Thunder, 7:15 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
All-Star break

Food Pantry - Calvary Baptist Church
2025-07-07, 2025-07-09
PrintCalvary Baptist Church food pantry will take orders for bags of groceries on Monday July 7th from 4-5pm, call 217-342-6671 to place order. Groceries pickup is Wednesday July 9th 4-5pm. All needing food assistance are encouraged to call 217-342-6671

Sports Physicals at SBL locations
2025-07-08
Print$20 Sports Physicals will be offered at various Sarah Bush Lincoln Clinic locations and dates:
– Each $20 fee will be donated to the school’s athletic booster clubs.
– Physicals at the SBL Neoga Clinic are free to students in the Neoga school district.
– Immunizations will not be given.
– Cash or check only will be accepted. Insurance will not be billed, nor will insurance co-pays be collected.
– Parent or guardian must sign medical history form or be in attendance.
– Call clinic for appointment.
– Sports physicals DO NOT meet the kindergarten, 6th or 9th grade physical requirement.
SBL Newton Clinic
1 to 5 pm • Wednesday, May 28
807 West Jourdan St. • 618-783-3800 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Sullivan Clinic
8 am to noon and 1 pm – 4:00 pm • Wednesday, June 4
7 Hawthorne Lane • 217-728-8441 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Toledo Clinic
4 to 6 pm • Wednesday, June 11
104 Courthouse Square • 217-849-3151 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Altamont Medical Center
4 to 7 pm • Monday, June 16
5 East Cumberland Road. • 618-483-6151 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Family Medical Center, Mattoon
5 to 7 pm • Tuesday, June 17
PARENTS MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE
200 Richmond Avenue East • 217-234-7000, option 1 or 2 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Charleston Family Practice
5 to 7 pm • Tuesday, July 8
PARENTS MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE
116 W. Buchanan Ave. • 217-345-7700 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Altamont Medical Center
4 to 7 pm • Monday, July 14
5 East Cumberland Road. • 618-483-6151 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Neoga Clinic
8:30 am to noon and 1 pm – 3:30 pm • Wednesday, July 16
650 Oak Ave • 217-895-2222 – Call to make an appointment
NO CHARGE AND OPEN ONLY TO STUDENTS IN THE NEOGA SCHOOL DISTRICT
SBL Shelbyville Clinic
5 to 7 pm • Tuesday, July 22
5 to 7 pm • Wednesday, July 23
1215 W. Main St. • 217-774-4305 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Toledo Clinic
4 to 6 pm • Wednesday, July 23
104 Courthouse Square • 217-849-3151 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Newton Clinic
7 to 11 am • Wednesday, July 30
807 West Jourdan St. • 618-783-3800 – Call to make an appointment
SBL Sullivan Clinic
8 am to noon and 1 pm – 4:00 pm • Wednesday, August 6
7 Hawthorne Lane • 217-728-8441 – Call to make an appointment

Dog Obedience Classes
2025-07-08

Enduring Freedom Ministries Distributions
2025-07-08, 2025-07-09
PrintEnduring Freedom Ministries Distributions for July:
Tuesday, July 1, from 4p.m. – 6p.m., Shumway location at 304 S. West Street, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal, groceries, clothing, haircuts, & laundromat.
Tuesday, July 8, from 4p.m. – 6p.m., Shumway location at 304 S. West Street, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal, groceries, clothing, haircuts, & laundromat.
Wednesday, July 9, from noon – 2p.m., Shumway location at 304 S. West Street, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal, groceries, clothing, haircuts, & laundromat.
Saturday, July 12, from 9a.m. – noon, Mason location at 861 E. Washington Street (Mason Civic Center)
Wednesday, July 16, from noon – 2p.m., Shumway location at 304 S. West Street, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal, groceries, clothing, haircuts, & laundromat.
Saturday, July 26, 8:30-noon, Shumway location at 304 S. West Street, (old grade school) mission includes: hot meal, groceries, clothing, haircuts, & laundromat.
All appointments made either by calling 217-240-0059 or going to our website: www.my-christian-space.com

ImpactLife Blood Drive at HSHS St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital
2025-07-08

Ramblin' Rose Bus and Mobile Food Pantry Schedule - Catholic Charities
2025-07-08

Tuesday's Schedule
2025-07-08
PrintEFFINGHAM PARK DISTRICT
Baseball
Prep League
At Evergreen Baseball Diamond
Game 1 – Dieterich PD vs. holiday Inn Express & Suites, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2 – Mid-Illinois Concrete vs. Effingham Asphalt, 7:30 p.m.
Softball
Small Fry League
At East Softball Diamond
Game 1—Team 1 vs. Team 2, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2 – 4 vs. Team 6, 7 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Chicago Cubs at Minnesota, 6:40 p.m.
Washington at St. Louis, 6:45 p.m.

Battle of the Badges - Red Cross Blood Drive in Altamont
2025-07-09

Christmas in July Raffle for Kiwanis Club
2025-07-09

Wednesday's Schedule
2025-07-09
PrintEFFINGHAM PARK DISTRICT
Baseball
Prep League
At Evergreen Baseball Diamond
Game 1 — Mid-Illinois Concrete vs. Dieterich PD, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2 – Effingham Veterinary Clinic vs. Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 7:30 p.m.
Softball
Junior League
At West Softball Diamond
Game 1 – Teutopolis State Bank vs. Whitetails Unlimited, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2 – Teutopolis Thunder vs. Tri-Power Towing, 7:15 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Chicago Cubs at Minnesota, 6:40 p.m.
Washington at St. Louis, 6:45 p.m.
