Celebrate the 153rd anniversary of the abolition of slavery on June 16th with Champaign Park District’s Juneteenth Celebration. Learn more about this important day in history and enjoy several family friendly activities at this free …
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The Land Connection is hosting a fundraiser May 10th
Mingle with local farmers and try some locally brewed beer on May 10th at The Land Connection’s fundraiser at Riggs Brewery. The fundraiser will be $20 to enter and will benefit the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition …
The 10th Annual Bird Migration Festival is happening May 12th
As a kick-off to spring, the Homer Lake Interpretive Center and Champaign County Audubon Society are teaming up to host the 10th Annual Bird Migration Festival on Saturday, May 12th. Learn about local birds, see them upclose, and …
Monticello Main Street is hosting the Whites of Spring event May 11th
Celebrate the long awaited arrival of Spring with the Whites of Spring celebration in downtown Monticello. Enjoy a sampling of wines and other refreshments while exploring the shops and restaurants of Monticello from 5:30 to …
The 2018 C-U Herb Society plant sale is taking place May 12th
Just in time for Mother’s Day, the C-U Herb Society will be hosting their annual, fundraising plant sale on Saturday, May 12th at Lincoln Square Mall. The sale will be offering a variety of herbs and …
The UP Center is hosting a Queer Prom on May 12th
Like spring, Prom season is upon us. To celebrate this, The UP Center is hosting a Queer Prom on May 12th. The dance is open to youths ages 13-18, and is free to attend. The …
Illini Hillel is celebrating the 10 Year Anniversary of the Cohen Center on April 29th
On April 29th, Illini Hillel will be celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Cohen Center, which was founded in December of 2007. The event will be honoring the Takiff/Cohen Family, Maury Fertig, and Barry Weiner for …
Celebrate Earth Day on April 21 at the Earthcare Expo
Earth Day is coming up, and to celebrate the planet, Urbana Park District is hosting an Earthcare Expo at the Anita Purves Nature Center on April 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. This event is for …
Allerton’s Annual Plant Sale is happening May 4-6
Celebrate spring this year with the Allerton’s Annual Plant Sale from May 4-6. A selection of annuals, perennials, herbs, hanging baskets, and Allerton Bluebells will be for sale. The sale is open from 5 to …
29th Annual Arthur Quilt Show and Auction happening April 19-21
Arthur’s 29th Annual Quilt Show and Auction will be taking place April 19th through the 21st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (3 p.m. on Saturday) in the Otto Center. Lunch is served at 11 …