Broad Comedy is a group with a mission “To diversify the Champaign-Urbana comedy community by creating an inclusive and encouraging environment for new comics, especially women, non-binary, and queer performers.” Next Tuesday, September 12, is …
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Check out these events at Japan House this fall
After attending my first Matsuri Festival at Japan House, I’m now thoroughly psyched to experience some of their other offerings. Their newsletter highlighted some great events coming up this fall. Calligraphy Workshops A series of …
C-U is a welcoming place for all
Julie looks ahead to Welcoming Week, a week dedicated to celebrating diversity and supporting the immigrant community.
The Champaign City Council wants your input
Have your say! What do you want the City of Champaign to focus on over the next two years? The Champaign City Council is asking for public input ahead of meetings at the end of …
C-U One to One Mentoring looking for more mentors
The Champaign-Urbana One to One mentoring program matches students in elementary, middle, and high school with adult mentors whom they meet with once a week throughout the school year. As this school year gears up, …
A taste of Japan in C-U: taking in the Matsuri Festival
Julie takes in a bit of Japanese culture at the Matsuri Festival
Tackling taboos for a good cause: The Vagina Monologues at the Virginia
Julie sits down with Molly McLay, one of the organizers of tonight's performance of The Vagina Monologues at the Virginia Theatre.
Circuit Judge rules in favor of Parkland: Rochelle Harden must choose
Smile Politely interviewed newly elected Parkland Board member Rochelle Harden a few months ago about her controversial situation: can she occupy a space on the board as well as maintain her position on the faculty? …
Petitions available for 2018 county elections
Interested in running for office at the county level? Champaign County Clerk Gordy Hulten announced today that petitions for candidates seeking nomination in the 2018 general primary election are now available online and in his …
C-U Immigration Forum accepting nominations for Welcome Awards
The C-U Immigration Forum is preparing for its 4th Annual Welcome Awards to recognize individuals and organizations who have contributed to the success of immigrants in Champaign County. The awards ceremony is part of Welcome …