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SUMMARY:2026 Compensation & Benefits Survey
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URL:https://effinghamcountychamber.com/event/2026-compensation-benefits-survey/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Community Events,Member Events
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SUMMARY:Discovery Christian School: Accepting New Student Applications
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Christian School is excited to welcome new students for the 2026-2027 academic year! \nHow to Apply:Interested families should email the school office with their child’s name and the grade they will be entering. \nEnroll here: https://discoverychristianschools.com/k-8-enrollment \nQuestions can be directed to the school office at (217) 347-5778. \nWe look forward to welcoming new students to our school community!
URL:https://effinghamcountychamber.com/event/discovery-christian-school-accepting-new-student-applications/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Member Events
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SUMMARY:Moccasin Creek Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Moccasin Creek Festival is an annual 4-day music festival\, which celebrates other arts and crafts as well. It takes place at beautiful Lake Sara near Effingham\, IL. \nFolk\, bluegrass\, alternative country\, roots rock\, and blues – “Americana” music. This is what MCF is all about – in an outdoor setting\, using a venue with great acoustics\, at a beautiful time of year. \nFestival info\, donations & tickets at www.moccasincreekfestival.com. \nDates:\nJune 18-21\, 2026 \nTickets:\nWeekend Passes on sale now\, $130 ($137.60 with fees)\nDay Passes available soon\nKids 15 & under FREE with adult \nYou can also get tickets via check (mail to Poss Music Works\, 1915 S. Banker Street\, Effingham\, IL 62401) with the ticket amount and ticket information (we have multiple events) – and also please provide a name and contact info for your order. \nIf you see us out-and-about\, you can buy tickets in cash/check in person too\, and skip the fees!! \nParking:\nFree\, convenient parking steps from the fest \nCamping:\nCamping is next door to the festival venue\, as well as cabins for rent at Anthony Acres beachfront campground & motel. \nMisc:\nREAL FLUSH TOILETS\nFood\, drink\, craft vendors\, kids activities \nFood\, beverage & stuff to do:\nFood and beverages sold on site. \nThere is a beach and golf course within walking distance. Kids activities. Boats\, canoes and kayaks for rent. \nEffingham is only 5 miles away\, and has thousands of hotel rooms available\, as well as a plethora of restaurants catering to almost any taste. \nQuestions:\nCheck out the website\, moccasincreekfestival.com\, and check out MCF on Facebook and Instagram.\nMost answers to your questions can be found there\, if not\, feel free to contact us. We’re looking forward to the event\, and we hope you are too! \nPoss Music Works NFP is a 501(c)3 nonprofit promoting live original music\, especially Americana music\, in downstate Illinois.
URL:https://effinghamcountychamber.com/event/moccasin-creek-festival-2026/
LOCATION:The Stage at Lake Sara\, 8724 Marine Rd.\, Effingham\, IL
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Member Events
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SUMMARY:Community Blood Drive @ Lake Land College
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URL:https://effinghamcountychamber.com/event/community-blood-drive-lake-land-college-2/
LOCATION:Lake Land College – Foundation & Alumni Center\, 5001 Lake Land Blvd.\, Mattoon\, IL\, 61938
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Member Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T103000
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SUMMARY:Privacy in the Workplace: An Overview & Timely Update for Illinois Employers (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Managing workplace privacy issues is increasingly complex. In light of both Illinois and Federal law developments\, employers of all sizes and industries must be intimately familiar with their legal obligations. With the legalization and frequency of marijuana consumption to advances in technologies used by more and more individuals\, understanding the extent to which employers can manage the workplace while ensuring that it does not violate privacy rights and protections. Its impact in the workplace is critical to know and understand. \nThis timely webinar\, presented by management-side attorney Jeffrey Risch of Amundsen Davis LLC\, will present a comprehensive overview of key privacy issues all employers operating in Illinois must recognize (including those under Illinois’ Privacy in the Workplace Act)\, as well as practical guidance on how management can better monitor and control the workplace without running afoul with legal obligations. \nTopics include: \n\n\n\nSocial Media\nMarijuana\nBiometric Information Protections (BIPA)\nGenetic Information Protections (GIPA)\nPersonnel Records\nMedical Information\nI-9 Documentation\nGuns/Conceal Carry\nVideo Surveillance\nAudio Recordings\nAnd More!\n\n\n\n\nWhen registering\, please indicate Effingham COUNTY CHAMBER in the “Learned About it From” drop down to receive member pricing.
URL:https://effinghamcountychamber.com/event/privacy-in-the-workplace/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events,Member Events
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