4/1/08 - 4/30/08
Fishing Tournaments
Open to the public. Some restrictions may apply.
Newton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area.
For more information, call 618-783-3478.
4/2/08 - 4/4/08
Spring Craft Show
The Village Square Mall, located on South Banker Street, hosts a spring craft show.
For more information, call 217-347-0623.
4/5/08
Annual Lake Sara Dam Run
The Run will include a 5K run/5K walk, 8-mile run, and a kiddy run.
The event includes a food fair sponsored by local businesses.
Registration is from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Lake Sara Dam, 5 miles northwest of Effingham.
For information, call Pat 217-347-5843, Don or Ruth 217-347-8799.
4/6/08
Monastery Museum
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
A collection of articles used by the friars including books from the 1700’s and Bibles in 12 languages.
Route 40, East & South Garrott Street, Teutopolis, IL 62467.
For more information, call 217-857-3586.
4/19/08
Artisan Fair
The Third Annual Artisan Fair is a juried show featuring art vendors from across the region. The event recognizes artistic talent of all ages. A wine tasting will also be held as part of this year’s event.
For more information, call 217-342-1234 or 217-347-8972.
4/19/08
National Fishing Lure Collector Club Antique Fishing Tackle Show
This show will be open to the public from 9 am to 2 pm with $5 admission.
The public is invited to bring in antique fishing tackles for a free appraisal.
For more information, contact Dave at:
The Knights of Columbus Building, 1501 W. Fayette Ave. in Effingham.
For more information, contact
Dave Boyer, 217-644-2294 or
Brent Vonderheide, 217-868-2427.