Seven Saints is hosting another Cocktail Showcase this month, on the 8th and the 22nd. Bartenders this month include Dylan Royer with a fresh spin on classic cocktail and Mustafa Odhe hosting a night featuring …
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Urbana’s Market at the Square is set to open on May 5th
The 2018 season of Urbana’s Market at the Square will kick off Saturday, May 5th. The Market is located at the corner of Illinois and Vine Streets and will run from 7 a.m. to noon …
Sustainability Shorts Film Festival happening this Saturday, February 24th
The 4th Annual Sustainability Shorts Film Festival is taking place Saturday, February 24th. This yearly festival brings education and enlightenment about environmental sustainability to the community through film. 18 short films, from 14 different countries, …
Insect Petting Zoo happening at Champaign Public Library on March 3rd
Champaign Public Library is hosting a pretty cool opportunity for local kids and their families. On March 3rd, the library will be hosting an insect petting zoo, brought over from the UIUC Entomology Graduate Student Association. The …
Pre-Valentine’s Day pop-up shop at Link Gallery happening February 13th
In need of a last-minute, yet locally made gift for your Valentine? Fresh Press is hosting a pop-up shop with all your Valentine’s Day gifting needs from noon to 4 p.m. on February 13th. The shop …
Japan House is hosting Girl’s Day on March 2nd
Join Japan House at Broadway Food Hall on March 2nd for a celebration of the Japanese holiday Girl’s Day, or Hinamatsuri. This event is a part of Urbana’s First Fridays. Guests will be invited to …
The Illini Union turned 77 this week
The Illini Union was founded on February 8th, 1941. This bustling building occupies the heart of the Main Quad and is an interactive resource to U of I students, faculty, and the community. It’s a …
Here’s how to dispose of your old pharmaceuticals in C-U for free
If you’re like me, and never check you expiration dates, then odds are you have some expired or no longer useful medication lying around. Fortunately, there is an easy, safe, and free way to dispose …
“The Quintessential Engineer” statue debuts on U of I Engineering Quad
For years, women have been neglected when it comes to the sciences. They don’t receive the recognition they’ve earned, and many feel as if they shouldn’t (or can’t) dedicate their lives to the field based …
Krannert Museum announces Art Remastered, a solo showcase
Looking for a way to support our local musicians? Well you’re in luck because Krannert Art Museum has announced a one-day exhibit that will showcase their artwork and local musicians. Throughout April, each musician visited the …