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
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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.

Fayette County Fair
2025-07-10, 2025-07-11
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The Fairgrounds are at 386 West Cumberland Road, Brownstown, Illinois 62418.

Dine With A Doc in Effingham
2025-07-10
PrintThe next Dine with a Doc, featuring Dr. James Graham, DPM, will be on Thursday, July 10th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
This will be at the Senior Center in Effingham.
The program is free to Seniors over 60 years of age.
Call 217-347-5569 to reserve your seat.

Pack The Bus for Catholic Charities
2025-07-10

Thursday's Schedule
2025-07-10
PrintEFFINGHAM PARK DISTRICT
Baseball
Small Fry League
At Gene A. Niccum Field
Game 1 – Team 1 vs. Team 4, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2 – Team 6 vs. Team 2, 7 p.m.
Prep League
At Evergreen Baseball Diamond
Game 1—Effingham Veterinary Clinic vs. Mid-Illinois Concrete, 5:30 p.m.
Game 2 – Effingham Asphalt vs. Dieterich PD, 7:30 p.m.
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Chicago Cubs at Minnesota, 12;10 p.m.
Washington at St. Louis, 6:45 p.m.

NARCAN Speaker at Family Mental Health Support Group Meeting
2025-07-10

FACE Orchestra Summer Concert
2025-07-10
PrintThe F.A.C.E. Orchestra Summer Concert is Thursday, July 10, at 7:00 pm. The concert takes place in downtown Effingham at the new gazebo by the old Effingham County Courthouse.
Bring a lawn chair.
The concert is free and there are free refreshments sponsored by Washington Savings Bank

Relay for Life of Effingham County
2025-07-11
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And Tribute Flower Pinwheels are available for purchase at the Premier Broadcasting radio station.

Strasburg Lions Club Homecoming
2025-07-11
