FRIDAY, March 25th
Killborn Alley at Pipa’s Pub, 604 S. Country Fair Drive
Pipa’s Pub? Where? Yeah, I said the same thing. Turns out there is a bar on Country Fair. So, on top of checking out a strange bar in Champaign, you get to see Killborn Alley, who, rock. Like, hard. So, this sounds like a local adventurers-blues fan’s dream. (SL)
Four of a Kind Pub Tour, starting at Firehaus, 5:30-8:30 p.m., $25
Remember the good ol’ days of drinking on campus? Can’t go down green because of all the punk kids boozin’ it up? Well, this tour is perfect for you. Sponsored by the Champaign Center, this pub tour will hit 4 campus bars. Bars include Firehause, Legends, Murphy’s, and Azzip Pizza. Tickets are $25 and include four beverages, a meal, and a chance to win gift certificates and other cool raffle prizes at each location. This tour will have a 1940s theme and include a poker run. Themed clothing is encouraged! Register here. (SL)
The Thurston Moore Group, Motes, Wicked Walls, The Accord, 7 p.m., $20 advance/$25 door, 19+
It’s certainly noteworthy when an artist with as much acclaim as Thurston Moore (frontman of Sonic Youth) comes to C-U, and even more so when you can catch them in a new venue. With local support like Motes and Wicked Walls, you’ll want to get there early. Trust me. This is gonna be a good one. (BH)
MAD MAX, Art Theater Co-op, 10 p.m., $8
The classic road movie MAD MAX opens this Friday. The battle-ready cars, ravaged landscapes, and punkish road warriors make for one of the defining dystopias visualized in cinema. The Art’s late-night is always a good time; don’t miss it. (RP)
SATURDAY, March 26th
Watch the Elite Eight and remember how cool it was to have a good basketball team, Any TV, TBD
Remember when Illinois was good at sports? I know, I can hardly remember it, either. But the good news is that at least someone else is good at sports, and we can be reminded of the long-gone days of athletic success, or at least the days where we would make the tournament on a consistent basis. Pro-tip: have a box of tissues on-hand just in case things get a lil emotional. (BH)
Carmella’s Doughnuts, 6 a.m. to the afternoon, 1611 W Springfield Ave, Champaign, $1 or so for one; about $8 for a dozen
These might be the best traditional doughnuts in C-U; if you haven’t had them ever, or recently, do yourself a favor and remind your mouth how delicious they are. Don’t forget to bring cash — Carmella’s doesn’t take plastic. Also, don’t worry about looking like a bum who just woke up, because you can simply go through the drive-thru. Photo by Jessica Hammie. (JH)
Constellations, Station Theatre, 8 p.m., $15
Two people, infinite possibility. To quote the Brunching Shuttlecocks, “It’s my love [story], and it’s a quantum-physics love [story].” For anyone* who has ever wondered what might have happened…if…this drama explores the myriad universes birthed by every choice we did, didn’t, or almost make. *This is every person. (RK)
SUNDAY, March 27th
Hangmen National Theatre Live, Art Theatre Co-Op, 1:30 p.m., $18 ($12.50 for member)
Movie-lovers: this is written by the guy responsible for In Bruges & 7 Psychopaths. Music-lovers: singer Johnny Flynn has been trying the acting thing, and it’s been working. TV-bingers: Andy Nyman was in Peaky Blinders. Anglophiles: it sold out at West End and takes place in Oldham right after England abolishes hanging. Theatre-lovers: you’re going anyway. Go, and become a theatre-lover. (RK)
Lunch or dinner at Nando Milano, 1-9 p.m., about $25 to $30 per person
Nando is opening its doors early on Sunday for Easter lunch or dinner. If you don’t care about Easter, perfect! You can treat yourself to a fancy Sunday dinner. Or, if you do care about Easter, perfect! You can treat your family to a fancy Sunday dinner. No cooking or cleaning for you. Reservations are suggested: 217-954-1439. Photo by Jessica Hammie. (JH)
Soul on Sunday, The Iron Post, 8 p.m., cover
Stop by this Sunday for some springtime soul: a music tribute to Maurice White of the band Earth, Wind and Fire as well as poetry, all with the chill vibes of the Iron Post. Special guest Tasleem Jamila will be in attendance, with proceeds benefitting the Gleanings Food Co-op at the Salt & Light ministry. (RP)
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