Rejoice, lunchers of Champaign-Urbana – Downtown Champaign’s Pekara Bakery has just revealed their lunch specials for every day of the week this summer. For more info, keep your eyes posted to Pekara’s Facebook page here, …
From the press release: Immigration Project and University YMCA host Citizenship Application Workshop in Champaign County May 13, 2017 from 9am-1pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church 708 W. Main, Urbana, IL Attention eligible …
For the first time in its history, the Champaign City Council is now run by a majority of Councilwomen, as opposed to Councilmen, who have controlled the City Council for the entirety of its history. At …
According to The News-Gazette, a new cultural center is headed to the University of Illinois campus quite soon. Next week at the U of I’s Board of Trustees meeting in Springfield, the final designs (rendered above) …
Every year, Krannert Art Museum hosts an exhibition featuring work from students graduating from the School of Art & Design’s Bachelor of Arts Program. This year, over 115 students will be exhibiting in the show, …
Needing your farmer’s market fix before this season’s opening on May 16th? Well, The Land Connection is hosting another Pop-up Market on May 9th at M2 on Neil Street. The market will run from 11:30 …
The Blind Pig Brewery, Cowboy Monkey, Stone Brewing, and Founders Brewing have teamed up to present the Third Annual Bastards on the Patio on May 18th to kick off patio season and raise money for the Kickapoo …
Let’s say you’ve got a little (or not-so-little) one headed off to school next year – you can’t forget the most important part – registering in the first place! Unit 4 School District has just revealed …
Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County‘s Home Matters fundraising breakfast has been around longer than a lot of things (me, for example), but has maintained its spot as one of Champaign-Urbana’s most favorite charitable events. …
Grammy Award-nominated guitarist David Becker will be stopping by The Upper Bout next Wednesday (May 10th) for a free workshop on the history and construction of Heritage guitars. For more information, check out the Facebook Event …
In case you hadn’t heard, massively popular and hugely important author Terry McMillan will be reading at the Champaign Public Library on Thursday evening. It’s a hot ticket, and free to the public, if you …
It isn’t unusual for Tom Hanks to talk about Champaign-Urbana from time to time — this time, he goes about it discussing his brother, University of Illinois Professor Dr. Larry Hanks, on Colbert’s “The Late …
From the website: Graybar and University of Illinois Announce the Opening of the Graybar Innovation Lab at Research Park CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (May 1, 2017) – Graybar and the University of Illinois today announced the grand opening …
We all should take the opportunity to walk/bike to work or school when we get the chance. However, it’s even better when you can get some food and free stuff out of it. On May …
OVARIAN PSYCOS Film Screening La Casa Cultural Latina | 1203 W Nevada St, Urbana, IL 61801 Tues. May 2nd, 2017 at 7pm Join us for a screening of Ovarian Psycos, sponsored by the Women’s Resources …
C-U natives and pop indie powerhouse Tara Terra have released the debut single from their upcoming album. Released via Atwood Magazine, the track is called “Like The Clothes,” and it’s the first we can hear …
This Thursday, the Art Theater will be screening the 8th Annual Feminist Film Festival, sponsored by Women’s Resource Center. The festival features several 5-15 minute short films created by University of Illinois students, and aims to …
Specializing in Koto, Shamisen and the Chello, Duo Yumeno is a Japanese duo that focuses on playing unique stringed instruments. Tomorrow evening, they’ll be bringing that music live to the Japan House on Lincoln Avenue in …
There are not many things better than the combination of bluegrass and burgers. I’m pretty sure Confucious said that or something. Ok, probably not, but this coming Sunday, May 7th, Watson’s Shack and Rail in …
One of the best things about having Allerton Park so close-by to Champaign-Urbana is undoubtedly the limitless party potential of the grounds. Sure, the hiking trails are great and the statues are unlike anything else …
From the press release: The Art Theater Co-op Looks to Merger with Local Foundation Champaign, IL – May 1, 2017 – The Art is asking its 1,300 owners to approve a merger with the Art Film Foundation, …
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 …
Garth Brooks sold out the State Farm Center four three nights in a row (four shows total). Here are four photos from my one trip to Garth to show you what it was like.
This past weekend community member met and rallied to support legislation that addresses climate change. They marched out into the streets after listening to Carol Ammons speak on the issue. Here are the photos.
Starting at the end of Parkland‘s school year (May 19th), some changes are coming to the campus’ traffic pattern. For the full run-down on what you can expect and how to plan accordingly, check out …
The Champaign County Humane Society’s 2017 Mutt Strut is next Sunday, May 7th from 4 to 7 p.m. at Crystal Lake park in Urbana. Today and tomorrow (April 28th and 29th) you can get a …
Everybody loves brunch. One could go even a step further and say that everyone loves brunch in Downtown Champaign, and following the below pictures from Miga, I think it’s safe to say that they have …
If there’s one area of town that’s set to boom in the next five years, I’d put my money on Midtown, the crucial connector between Campustown and Downtown Champaign. The potential only increases, today, as …
Park lovers of Champaign-Urbana, rejoice – yesterday, it was announced that a new, 29-acre park is headed to Urbana, courtesy of a gift of land given to The Urbana Parks Foundation, and in turn, the …
Esquire has removed their awning temporarily as it gets repaired. They’ve also taken down the heaters which I was assured would be coming back up along with the awning in the next few weeks. One …
As we made mention a few weeks ago, Salad Meister, a new salad-based restaurant, is opening on 6th Street in Campustown (601 S. 6th Street, Suite 104). Now is your chance to try it out …
C-U marches on this Saturday in conjunction with the larger People’s Climate March taking place in D.C. and around the world. The local version looks to be less of a march, more of a rally, …
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 …
Rumours Hat Shoppe will be hosting a Derby Hats Trunk Show with amazing milliner, Pat Milchuck of Simply Pat’s Hats & Things. Pat has been making these fabulous hats for decades and she will be …
Exciting times, as Portillo’s will be here soon. You had a chance to sign up to get access to the restaurant as it opens in Champaign on North Prospect — but did you get your golden ticket(s)? …
One of the best recruits in the country has committed to play at the University of Illinois — Mark Smith — a four-star guard and 2017’s Illinois Mr. Basketball. Per the Champaign Room: Michigan State …
Per an informational newsletter from AFL-CIO of Champaign County, some union employees from the News-Gazette are losing their jobs — ones outsourced to Peoria. While this might not come as a surprise to most based on …
This year’s Blues, Brews and BBQ Festival has announced their lineup and full scope of programming for this year — which now takes place at Market Place Mall (2000 N. Neil Street, Champaign). It’ll take …
This year marks the 7th iteration of the Chambana Craft Beer Pub Crawl, and starting tomorrow (Thursday, April 27th), you’ll be able to buy your tickets for the event, happening on May 21st. To celebrate …
It should come as no surprise to anyone that Rodney Davis can’t take the heat. He refuses to meet with those who disagree with him, treats concerned constituents with a smug sense of partisanship and …
Brett & Luke were only intermittently present at Ebertfest this weekend, and I guess this is why. At a panel at Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, also this weekend, they announced that they’ve been working …
There are those who might say that Sweeney Todd isn’t appropriate for a high school musical. On the other hand, there are those who might say that Sondheim isn’t appropriate for anyone’s ears. But these kids …
If you’re a local artist, you will want to be sure to check out Giertz Gallery at Parkland College‘s latest community exhibition, Around the Block II: Artists from our neighborhood, which has just extended their submission …
Next Tuesday, C-U Citizen Access and the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting will be hosting a community conversation to talk about how the Affordable Care Act has impacted the Champaign-Urbana community. The conversation is free and …
Per the University of Illinois’ Twitter account, they are dropping a huge hint for who will be the commencement speaker: Attention #Illini! You may want to check back here at 4 p.m. for a special …
Every year, the College of Engeneering and Technology Entrepreneur Center (TEC) honor students with the Illinois Innovation Prize. This prize recognizes students who stand out as passionate and creative innovators and entrepreneurs, who are working …
I’m not going to say I called it just yet, but things are looking more and more like I called it. Our very own State Rep. Carol Ammons has just announced, via an email blast …
The Hogchute Collective is the name for the group of people who bring you The Hogchute Opry Festival, and they have had a rather prolific year. After the success of another great Opry in early …
Cowboy Monkey in Downtown Champaign recently opened up patio season, and if you head by there, you will notice things look a little different. New brand, and new look.
