Effingham-Jam July 27 & 28 

The EffingHAM JAM was created as a community event to showcase the assets of our community to a national audience through the Kansas City BBQ Society as well as give local residents an opportunity to enjoy the excitement of the competition and gather around in the heart of our community around the old Courthouse in downtown Effingham. Read more here.

12TH ANNUAL TASTE OF THE TOWNS - Lake Zurich August 19

The 12th Annual Taste of the Towns, held in Lake Zurich on August 19, 2018, from 3 – 7 pm, features a variety of food and beverage “Tastes” from 30 local vendors. Attendees will enjoy their Tastes in a picnic in the park environment while enjoying music and a variety of live entertainment including numerous kid’s activities and games. Read more here.