Friday, March 1st
Get some jerky, Old Time Meat & Deli, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., about $7
Old Time Meat & Deli makes their own jerky, and it’s wonderful. It’s a real treat; when I buy it, it doesn’t last long in the house. It makes for a great snack and savory addition to a lazy weekend afternoon cheese plate. There are a few varieties (original, spicy, teriyaki), but you can’t go wrong with whatever you choose. (JH)
Buy a lot of miscellaneous items, The Idea Store, 12 to 6 p.m., $5 per bag
A few weeks ago we posted about The Idea Store putting a brief halt on donations, as they needed some time to organize and clear out their inventory. Well here’s where you can help with that clearing out. All weekend they are having their Big Bag Blowout where you can fill a bag for $5. They will be continually restocking throughout the weekend, so go more than once! You can find a lot of useful things, and maybe some not so useful but random and fun things. (JM) Top photo by Melinda Edwards
Hear art historian Hannah Feldman lecture on “Imaginal Publics and the Making of History: A Recommunications Primer for the Future Perfect,” at Krannert Art Museum, lower level auditorium, 5:30 to 7 p.m., free and open to the public
Feldman, who teaches modern art history and contemporary lit at Northwestern University will be kicking off this weekend’s graduate student art history symposium, Fictions and Frictions: The Politics and Power of Narrative. Take advantage of this invitation to cross the town/gown line and explore important questions about contemporary visual culture. (DD) Photo from Facebook
Saturday, March 2nd
Eat breakfast, Harvest Market, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., $10/person
Sometimes I think a late brunch is overrated — I’m awake and I want breakfast. Harvest Market’s breakfast buffet is great because it’s on both Saturday and Sunday, it’s only $10 per person, and you get a chance to eat all the breakfast foods. You’ll find eggs and bacon and sausage, potatoes and fruit, as well as pancakes and dessert. Once you’ve filled up on food, then you can go do your shopping without hunger forcing you to make a bunch of poor impulsive choices. (JH) Photo by Jessica Hammie
Return to the classics with Sinfonia da Camera’s Bouquet of Classics, Foelinger Hall, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m., $5 to $40
Ian Hobson conducts a night of favorites featuring Mozart’s Symphony No. 39 in E-flat Major, Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat Major, Op. 19, and, Haydn’s Symphony No. 104 in D Major. If you’re new to classical music, consider this the perfect introduction. (DD)
See Zoofunkyou bring the soul, Blackbird, 8 p.m., $5
This is currently top ranking for “show I wish I was attending but of course I made plans before I realized it was happening,” which is an unfortunately robust category. If you want to avoid the wild rush that is the university campus this weekend thanks to Unofficial, Zoofunkyou at Blackbird is a perfect alternative. The show description promises “a psychedelic stew” replete with a mix of blues, soul, funk, and melodic lyrics tying it all together. Struggling to imagine how so many wonderful things can fit into one soundscape? Check ’em out here. (NL) Photo from Facebook
Hear women tell their stories, Virginia Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $40
After a brief hiatus, That’s What She Said returns this weekend with a new lineup of accomplished C-U women sharing their stories with the community. It’s not too late to get tickets, which you can do here, and be sure to check out our interview with founder Kerry Rossow. (JM)
Sunday, March 3rd
Train to become a Krannert Center for the Perfoming Arts volunteer usher, KCPA, 10 a.m. to noon, free
If you love spending time at Krannert Center for the Perfoming Arts, this is your chance to join the team of talented volunteers who keep it running so smoothly. Come at 9:45 a.m. for refreshments and registration. (DD) Photo from Facebook
Brazilian music and dancing, Urbana Free Library 2 p.m., free
If you’re in the mood for music this Sunday (and you probably are), Urbana Free Library can hook you up with a great option at their Brazilian Carnival event. There’s dancing, there’s crafting, and most importantly, there’s music. Enjoy beautiful Brazilian music by talented musicians including Elis Arts on vocals, Heitor Almeida on guitar and Marco Bonomo on piano. Costumes suggested, but not required. Love the idea but can’t make it? Check out the Elis Artz Quartet in their WEFT Sessions performance. (NL)
Learn to make chocolate truffles, Rubens Chocolates, 1602 E University Ave, Urbana, 5 p.m., $100/person or $180 for two
Local chocolatier Rubens Chocolates is hosting this truffle making workshop. You’ll learn to make different types of truffles, including a vegan truffle. There will be plenty of eating and tasting, as well as a goody bag to take home. Tickets are pricey, but think of it as a deferred Valentine’s Day gift to yourself (or a loved one). Get your tickets here. (JH)
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