Illinois Public Media has recently released Voter’s Edge Illinois, a free, nonpartisan online voter’s guide with Maplight, just in time for Illinois’ primary (which is on March 15th, if you were wondering). From Illinois Public …
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Japan House hosting Hinatmatsuri event
Japan House will be celebrating Hinatmatsuri, or Girls’ Day, with a craft event on March 6th from 1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $5. From Japan House on Hinatmatsuri: Traditionally in Japan, …
bacaro to offer special BBQ menu on Monday
In the latest of their impressive “pop-up” restaurant series, bacaro is having a special BBQ menu on this coming Montday, February 29th starting at 5:00 p.m. Their previous iterations, including a taco restaurant, have been …
Polyvinyl offering online BOGO sale until end of February
If you follow music and live in Champaign-Urbana, chances are you’ve heard of Polyvinyl Records, one of C-U’s crown-jewels. The label, which is home to Japandroids, American Football, of Montreal and many more, is currently …
MTD named a Silver Bicycle Friendly Business by the League of American Bicyclists
One of the best things about living in Champaign-Urbana is the community’s commitment to sustainability, which of course, includes alternative forms of transportation than driving. Our resume was even further bolstered this week when MTD was …
Catching up with Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore
Nestled right next to Dallas & Co. on University Avenue in Champaign lies the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, one of Champaign-Urbana’s hidden gems. Of course, most people know that Habitat constructs houses for those in …
Parkland’s Staerkel Planetarium featuring musical light shows
Parkland College’s Staerkel Planetarium will be presenting a total of four musical light shows on the weekends of Feb. 19-20 and Feb. 26-27. From Parkland College’s press release: CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The William M. Staerkel …
Latea Bubble Tea Lounge now open in Campustown
Latea is a new latea lounge located at 601 S. Green 6th Street, which recently celebrated its grand opening a few weeks back. The decor is attractive upon first walking in — it’s clean and modern with …
Champaign Park District looking for Summer employees
Rejoice: Champaign Park District is now hiring for the summer. There are about 45 positions open but many of them have multiple vacancies, including but not limited to: lifeguards, day camp leaders, flower workers, and ballfield workers. …
Neutral Cycle needs your input for Active Chambana
Neutral Cycle requests your opinions on a survey for their upcoming fitness promotion program that collaborates with local organizations, Active Chambana. For your participation, you will receive a free water bottle and the chance to win …