As part of their “The Sky’s the Limit” summer series, the Champaign Public Library will be welcoming Astronomer Phil Plait. He’s a head writer for Bill Nye Saves the World, and will be sharing his …
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“Who is your neighbor?”: Jettie Rhodes Day defines community
Julie previews Jettie Rhodes Day, a beloved community event happening this Saturday at King Park in Urbana.
C-U Pride Fest announces dates and activities
The UP Center of Champaign County has set the CU Pride Fest and Parade for September 15th-17th. From the Facebook event page: ATTENTION: The UP Center is excited to announce that our annual CU Pride …
Krannert Center offers free tours to the community
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts is one of the many gems the University of Illinois has to offer us, so why not check out the inner workings? Krannert offers free tours at 3 p.m. …
Champaign City Government 101 Academy registration open
Whether you are considering jumping into local politics in the future, or you’re just interested in learning more about how our city government works, the City of Champaign is offering classes to fill you in …
Junior League matching donations to Courage Connection
It’s pretty widely known around this community that Courage Connection, a local domestic violence shelter, is in dire straits due to the ongoing budget impasse. Many have stepped up to donate and host fundraisers, but …
Champaign Public Library launches into summer
Julie explores a new frontier at Champaign Public Library.
Champaign Mayor signs climate protection agreement
Earlier this week, Urbana Mayor Diane Marlin released a statement regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord, and asserted her committment to taking action locally to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow the …
Community Resource Center for refugees and immigrants opens tomorrow
Beginning tomorrow, the University YMCA will be home to a new Community Resource Center for refugees and immigrants who are settling in the Champaign-Urbana area. Three Spinners, a local organization dedicated to supporting these newcomers …
Empowered: A Benefit Concert set for June 18th
Empowered: the Series, a web series about five female superheroes, is partenering with the Independent Media Center for benefit concert on June 18th to raise money for production and to support Courage Connection domestic violence shelter. …