And the orange and blue lighting is for real an Illini tribute. Illinois alum Mark Thomas is retiring from his position as the Western New York regional director of New York State Parks, and was …
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13 Thursdays is happening today
This is a great way to take advantage of all that Campustown has to offer, at a time of year when there’s a different pace and vibe happening there. Today through August 16th, you can …
Crudo is having an Italian wine tasting Thursday evening
You can take a little wine tour of Italy in downtown Champaign Thursday night. Crudo Wine Bar will be pouring samples of four whites and four reds to taste. Here are the details from the …
The Urbana School District is offering free meals this summer
Urbana schools will be offering free breakfast and lunch to all children under 18, regardless of summer school enrollment or address, as a part of the Seamless Summer Food program. Here are the location details: …
The University YMCA released an Immigration Impact Report
The University YMCA, along with New American Economy, has released a Gateways for Growth Community Data report today, which details the contributions of immigrants in Champaign County (general take: they contribute a lot). Last year, …
Willow Creek Farm dinner is happening on July 13th
Willow Creek Farm will be offering the next installment of their Dinner on the Farm on July 13th. The dinner is $100, and includes a tour of the farm as well as a five course …
Common Ground is having a trivia night fundraiser on Thursday
Want to test your knowledge about food, farming, and the co-op? Or do you just want to gather with some friends, have an adult beverage, and help raise money for Common Ground’s Food for All …
Spurlock Museum is hosting Summer Sunday events
Beginning June 3rd, the Spurlock Museum will be hosting weekly family-friendly Summer Sunday events from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Each month will focus on a specific theme: precious metals, planets and stars, and plants. The …
The City of Urbana has released their 2019 budget proposal
Here’s is the statement from the mayor’s office. A couple of things to note: The Urbana Civic Center will be closing at the end of the year Those interested in giving input can do so …
The Spring/Summer 2018 issue of Ninth Letter is available for purchase
The lastest issue of Ninth Letter, a journal published by the Creative Writing Program and School of Art & Design is now available for purchase. You order the current issue and/or subscribe to the journal …