In Mt. Vernon, the First Presbyterian Church is holding its annual Cookie Walk on Saturday, December 3d from 9-noon. Come in and make your selection, or grab a box of assorted cookies that can be delivered to your car. Call 618.246.6261 for more information.
Experience Wonderland in Lights in a whole new way! Once again, Visit Effingham will prohibit vehicles for one night to enjoy Wonderland in Lights for an enchanting walk-thru event on Wednesday, November 23rd from 5 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call the Effingham Tourism Office or visit www.visiteffinghamil.com phone # 217.342.5310
In Marion, Connect 360 presents the 3rd annual warm “hands and toes” event. They are collecting and distributing socks and gloves at the Boyton Street Community Center. Visit their website at www.connect360. life for more information.
Lutheran Social Services of Southern Illinois is accepting holiday gift sponsors for families across the region. Contact Lindsey Yordy for more information or to participate. (618) 997-9196 x 4061 or (618) 513-4857, with the number of children you would like to graciously sponsor.
