Community
8 months ago
40 North hosting a night circus at the Orpheum Champaign

On top of this, attendees will be able to take advantage of photo ops and custom caricatures by Dan Wild. Anyone looking to attend the event can purchase tickets at 40north.org/untitled-a-late-night-fundraiser/ or by contacting 40 North at 217-351-9841. Tickets in advance are $55 per person, $100 per couple, or can be purchased day-of at the door for $60 per person.

College
9 months ago
UIUC Department of Entomology hosts their 42nd Annual Insect Fear Film Festival

The festival will feature a bugscope, more spiders, arthropods, and insect arts and crafts. The event will take place at the Foellinger Auditorium starting at 5:00 p.m. It is free and open to the public.

Community
9 months ago
IHSA Wrestling State Championships hosted at the State Farm Center this weekend

Tickets to the IHSA State Wrestling Tournament range from $10–12 per session or $50–60 for an all-session ticket. Various weight classes from 1A, 2A and 3A schools begin at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, 8:30 a.m. on Friday, and 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. Tickets are available through the Illinois Ticket Office at statefarmcenter.com or by calling 1-866-ILLINI-1. 

College
9 months ago
Parkland College Orchestra performs at the Harold and Jean Miner Theatre

They will also perform on Thursday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m. at Centennial High School with the Centennial High School Concert and Chamber Orchestras. The three groups will be combining to perform the “Russian Sailors’ Dance” from “The Red Poppy” by Reinhold Gliere. For a full list of upcoming concerts at Parkland College, visit parkland.edu/musicensembles.

Community
9 months ago
Illinois Lottery player wins $600,000 for Valentine’s Day

Lucky Day Lotto is an Illinois-only game with twice daily drawings at 12:40 p.m. and 9:22 p.m.  Tickets for the game can be purchased in-store, online, or on the Illinois Lottery app. For more information or to buy tickets online, please visit IllinoisLottery.com.

Community
9 months ago
Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund presents the Blazing Pianos: 3rd Alarm

“The mission of the Champaign Firefighters Benevolent Fund is to honor the sacrifice of the family members of our fallen brothers and sisters; to support active and retired Local 1260 members and their families; to support other firefighters and their families in Illinois and beyond; and, to provide financial support to community members and/or groups locally,” according to the event listing.

Community
9 months ago
CU Schools Foundation hosting We Are Schools Music Fest

The community is invited to join this musical event at 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the City Center. This festival will feature bands from Champaign and Urbana schools as well as groups from the local community. Featured bands include:

Community
9 months ago
University of Illinois Extension hosts Seed and House Plant Expo

“Everyone who attends will receive free seeds and garden giveaways,” says Horticulture Program Coordinator Beth Miglin. “We also encourage gardeners to share seeds or cuttings with others.”

Entertainment
9 months ago
“That’s What She Said” returns to Parkland College, featuring 94.5’s Callie Luttman

That’s What She Said (TWSS) will take the stage once again at Parkland College Theatre Saturday for matinee and evening shows.

Community
9 months ago
Inaugural FusionFest takes place at the Krannert Center

The event featured an evening with people from all backgrounds celebrating rich and diverse traditions. It was a celebration of Asian cultures with over 18 unique performances from local children’s groups to internationally renowned performers and everything in between.

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