Local emcee Klevah has been on a heater lately — mainly with the new project with T.R.U.T.H called Mother Nature, which debuted at Pygmalion Festival a couple of weeks ago. She debuted a new video …
By the looks of it, there are a couple of new joints that will be taking over the old Wendy’s location (608 S. Sixth Street) in Campustown — Seoul Taco and Strange Donuts. Per STLToday: …
Have a crazy giant tube TV lying around? Me too. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get rid of it for free in an environmentally conscious way? Saturday is your day, my friend. Thanks …
From the press release: Vinyl is Coming to The Urbana Free Library Ready to go “old school”? Do you miss the pop and hiss of the record player needle making contact with the records? If …
Chester’s BBQ most definitely holds it down as one of the best BBQ vendors around C-U, and now they’ll be collaborating with JT Walker’s in Mahomet to offer up their BBQ starting this Thursday, though will …
October is National Hispanic Heritage Month, and as such, the Champaign Unit 4 School District is celebrating via an impressively comprehensive program. Check out the full schedule below to see what’s happening at which school. Garden …
The Champaign-Urbana Herb Society will hold its 40th Anniversary Herbal Harvest Potluck on Wednesday, October 7th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Tony Noel Agricultural Technology Applications Center (Building W) at Parkland College. This coming Wednesday, …
Join us tonight on Smile Politely Radio as we chat with some of Oktoberfest‘s organizers about the second year of the festival, the proceeds of which benefit DSC. Beer, brats, and polkaholism are sure to …
Seven Saints will host Cocktail Hour Retrospective with North Shore Distillery at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 8th. Join us with North Shore Distillery’s Ambassador, Sarah Macfarquhar, for a guided cocktail tasting showcasing North Shore’s limited …
From the press release: City of Champaign Videos Earn National Awards The City of Champaign recently received two national awards in the Government Programming Awards competition hosted by the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and …
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), and Courage Connection, a Champaign-based non-profit, is partnering with many other local organizations to raise awareness and let victims know that someone is there for them. Courage Connection …
The Red Herring in Urbana will be hosting a Vegan Chili Cook-off and Dessert Potluck in a few weeks time — Monday, October 19th from 6-9 p.m. Check out the poster below, which discusses some …
As if news surrounding the University of Illinois couldn’t get worse, today, Jezebel broke a story about “Derby Days,” a large-scale philanthropical effort fronted by Sigma Chi fraternities all over the country. As it turns …
Sunday, October 4th, the Art Theater Co-Op is hosting the 6th annual New Art Film Festival (NAFF) to showcase the work of our talented filmmaking community. Nearly 40 pieces will be shown beginning at 5 …
Seventy Clifford-Jacobs workers were locked out due to stalled contract negotiations when they arrived at work yesterday morning. The N-G reports: The employees, members of three different unions — the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers; International …
Check out this hyperlapse of campus and some surrounding areas shot by a group calling themselves Champaign Photography. University of Illinois Hyperlapse from Renxing Tang on Vimeo.
Yesterday, Giertz Gallery at Parkland College opened a thematic exhibition of two artists who have a similar fascination with birds, but differ greatly in execution. Retired Illinois professor Barbara Kendrick takes inspiration from the adaptability …
I had no idea that Master Gardeners existed, and until this morning was definitely unaware that they had their own conferences. But after learning about what they do through the University of Illinois Extension, I …
The Urbana Business Association will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of See You CD & Vinyl on Saturday at 10 a.m., according to a press release. The record store will open in …
Ever since the outdoor shows began at Pygmalion, I have been one of those people who is there early and stays late. No, not because I love outdoor shows, but because I am the picture …
British shoegaze legends RIDE are performing Sunday night for their headlining set at the Pygmalion Festival — and in addition to that, it’s been announced that they’ll be performing an acoustic set at Exile on …
For the Pygmalion Tech panel tomorrow at 11 a.m. at bacaro, featuring Albert Burneko, Sindha Agha, and Drew Starkey, they’ll be serving their awesome lunch menus. For tomorrow: Braised beef short rib sandwich, roasted root …
Join us tonight on Smile Politely Radio as we chat with Latrelle Bright, the new coordinator of the Independent Media Center. We’ll discuss the history of the IMC and its upcoming anniversary events: Friday, …
V. Picasso‘s new brunch menu debuts this weekend, and it sounds delicious: Peach pancakes and fried chicken wings? Yes, please. Brunch is available Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 …
This summer’s Food Truck Rally series has been extended through the months of September and October. Per the City of Urbana’s press release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 24, 2015 Downtown Urbana to Feature Lunchtime …
So I work for a library and a bookstore and over the course of 17 relocations, I have only added to my boxcount when it comes to books I own. I may have a problem …
PACE, Inc.‘s Low Vision Technology Fair is happening this Friday at the Marketplace Mall from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Here’s some information about the event, below. Some speakers that are lined up: Dr Lewis, OD specializing …
Five days. Over 70 bands. 100 plus speakers. 40 or more authors and 42 vendors. 30 venues. 150 staff. 80 sponsors. Literally hundreds of other what-have-yous. Needless to say, it takes a lot to put …
Rebecah posted about this earlier this year, and it made me wonder the same thing: When are these lights going to go out? Also, when are they going to be replaced? Well, Chris Knight, owner …
As a part of this year’s Pygmalion Festival, there’s a bike ride planned from Blue Waters Supercomputer (where there will be a self-guided tour available) from Champaign Cycle in Downtown Urbana. This route will connect …
Check out this blog post by Parkland College, which talks about some of the new technology they’re utilizing. Seriously awesome. They’ll be on site for the Pygmalion Festival‘s TECH Demo Day on Friday, September 25th …
First, Pygmalion Pilsner by Triptych. Now, we have custom Pygmalion Festival blend by Columbia Street Roastery. The blend will be available at the festival — as Columbia Street will be set up at TECH and …
Ahead of her performance with Owen at this week’s Pygmalion Festival (at Silvercreek on Thursday), Kenna Mae has debuted a new video for her song “Trash” off of the upcoming Blue Darlin release. The video was shot …
Weiskamp Screen Printing has unveiled the limited edition shirt designs that they’ll be pressing on-site at this year’s installment of the Made Fest — the handmade, craft component of The Pygmalion Festival. From Weiskamp: The …
Thanks to the cooperation of Krannert Art Museum and the Program in Jewish Culture and Society, C-U has one fewer boring Monday night. On Sept. 21st at 5:30 p.m., Woman in Gold, a true story of …
Here’s some news that was somewhat announced earlier this year, but now has come across in a more official manner. Check out the press release below: From the press release: Urbana, IL — The Ed Napleton …
This Buzzfeed community listicle does a good job of summarizing the musical advantages to living in C-U. From Polyvinyl to ELLNORA to Exile On Main Street to, of course, Pygmalion, the list is pretty solid. …
According to the News-Gazette, Black Dog’s Downtown Champaign location will open for business next Thursday, September 24th.
The Pygmalion Festival starts next week (!) — and we’ve been here all along the way to update with lineup announcements, scheduling details, and all that good stuff. Now, the Festival Guide is available for all …
There are a variety of ways you might be aware of who Darren Rovell is. Perhaps you just know him as a guy on ESPN, or the guy that is trolled a comical amount on …
This evening on Smile Politely Radio we’re talking all things Pygmalion, this festival in town you may have heard of. Join us for the skinny on what this year’s Pygmalion will offer in terms of …
And you still have time (if you run) to get to their 9:30 p.m. performance, which as of yet, has not sold out. Nathan and Julie Gunn are indulging their hometown (that’s us, C-U) in …
Tomorrow, Friday, September 18th, the IMC opens a new exhibition featuring three local artists who specialize in Comics-style art. Subtitled “Storytelling in two dimensions”, you can be sure these three will be spinning visual …
I’ll never forget the day Farren’s burned down in one of Smile Politely’s famous April Fools’ Day spoofs in 2011. Featured in that article was then Mayor Schweighart’s campaign manager Marjorie Williams who created buzz …
40 North Announces Winners of the 2015 ACE Awards: Honoring the efforts of those who enrich the culture of Champaign County! Champaign County, IL – 40 North | 88 West proudly announces the winners of the …
Presented by Kühl and Champaign Surplus, Whiskey & Whiskers is the Gentleman’s Evening you won’t want to miss! This Friday, September 18th from 4-8 p.m., enjoy a night of music, food, whiskey & spirits, beer, …
Today, it was announced that the United States Small Business Administration would be visiting Champaign to present $100,000 in total awards – $50,000 for each the City of Champaign and Research Park’s EnterpriseWorks. The City …
From the press release: American Airlines Increases Number of Daily Flights to Chicago O’Hare International Airport from University of Illinois – Willard Airport in November SAVOY, Ill. (Sept. 15, 2015) – American Airlines has increased …
A moment you’ve been waiting for is imminent: Pizzeria Antica in Downtown Champaign will start serving gelato this weekend. That machine up there is the real deal — and the gelato that will be filling …
