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Paid Social That Works

Facebook & Instagram Advertising Essentials

2026-07-14 13:00:00 2026-07-14 14:00:00 America/Chicago Paid Social That Works Main Library - Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Tuesday, July 14
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library

Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Presented by Scott Clanin – Director, Clanin Creative

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re using Facebook and Instagram ads the right way, this session is for you. We’ll walk through the difference between boosting and structured ad campaigns, how to choose the right objective, how targeting works, and what types of ads perform best for local businesses. We’ll also discuss creative best practices and common mistakes that waste budget.

Advance registration is recommended to secure a seat (no cost to attend). All materials will be provided. Register HERE.

This workshop qualifies for reimbursement as part of the City of Champaign New Business Grant Program. If you are an awardee of the program and attend this session, you will receive a certificate to include in your reimbursement forms to the City.

This workshop is sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign County EDC and presented in collaboration with Champaign County EDC, Champaign Center Partnership, Champaign Public Library, Community Foundation of East Central Illinois, EDC of Decatur & Macon County, Experience Champaign-Urbana, Parkland College Community Education, Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce, and University of Illinois Research Park.


About the presenter: Scott Clanin is the owner and director of Clanin Creative, an independent agency based in Champaign, Illinois. With a deep passion for marketing and a sharp creative eye, Scott leads projects that help businesses craft and communicate their unique stories. He is a strong advocate for the local community, having served on the boards of Promise Healthcare, 40 North, the Champaign Center Partnership, and more. As a certified Google professional, Scott combines his expertise in digital strategy with a commitment to innovative design, helping brands grow and thrive.

Clanin Creative is an independent design agency hailing from Champaign, Illinois, dedicated to transforming brands with standout design and compelling storytelling. Their unique approach blends strategic insight with creative skill, delivering tailored solutions that elevate brands and connect with audiences. Learn more by visiting www.clanincreative.com.


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Sun, Nov 01 12:00PM to 6:00PM

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Upcoming events

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Sun, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room C

Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 02, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room C

Mon, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Tue, Nov 03, 6:00am - 7:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room C

Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Tue, Nov 03, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 219

Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends Conference Room (215)
This event is full

Tue, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Wed, Nov 04, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Friends Conference Room (215)

Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Wed, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Studio

Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Thu, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Sat, Nov 07, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 09, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The Studio

Tue, Nov 10, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Tue, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 219

Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends Conference Room (215)

Tue, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Tue, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Wed, Nov 11, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Wed, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Wed, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Studio
Registration opens Sunday, November 1 2026 at 12:00pm

Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Thu, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Thu, Nov 12, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Fri, Nov 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Fri, Nov 13, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Fri, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Fri, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Sat, Nov 14, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Sat, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B,Robeson Pavilion Room C

Mon, Nov 16, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Cancelled
Tue, Nov 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tue, Nov 17, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Tue, Nov 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 219

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends Conference Room (215)

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Wed, Nov 18, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Wed, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room C,The Studio

Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Fri, Nov 20, 9:30am - 11:30am
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Fri, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Fri, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Fri, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Sat, Nov 21, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 23, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Tue, Nov 24, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Tue, Nov 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 219

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Wed, Nov 25, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Wed, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Thu, Nov 26, All day

Fri, Nov 27, 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Fri, Nov 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Fri, Nov 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Sat, Nov 28, 9:30am - 10:00am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Sat, Nov 28, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Robeson Pavilion Room A & B

Mon, Nov 30, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Mon, Nov 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio

Mon, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
The Studio
This event is full

Tue, Dec 01, 9:30am - 9:50am
Nate & Lillie Story Room

Tue, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 219

Tue, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Friends Conference Room (215)

Tue, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Studio