FRIDAY, September 4th
Take a photo and submit it to us, anytime, all weekend
SP wants to see pictures of you enjoying Champaign-Urbana this weekend. Take a photo of you, your friends or family out and about this weekend and send it to [email protected], or tag SP on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook. If you want extra points put a caption on the photo. We will compile the photos and post them next week. Let’s see what you’re up to, C-U (SL)
Lunch, Caribbean Grill Food Truck, Neil and University, Downtown Champaign, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., $8
The moment we’ve all been waiting for is here. Caribbean Grill’s new food truck is up and running, which means no more Wednesday only lunches at Refinery. Instead, you can find the truck around town Monday through Friday. Grab yourself some jerk chicken or meatballs (served with rice ‘n peas, gravy, plantain, slice of bread, and choice of side) for $8, or choose three large sides as a meal, also for $8. Don’t forget to finish off with pineapple rum cake ($3.49) or a salted caramel chocolate chip cookie ($1.25). Photo by Jessica Hammie. (JH)
Khalil Gibran’s The Prophet with Nina Paley, Art Theater Co-Op, 7 p.m., $10
Eight renowned animators bring separate poems from Gibran’s acclaimed book to life, and weave them into a structured narrative. Friday’s showing features a Q&A panel with local artist and filmmaker Nina Paley, who contributed to the film, and animation expert Richard Lekosky. (RK)
SATURDAY, September 5th
12th Anniversary Party, Crane Alley, 115 W Main Street, Urbana, all day, prices vary
Crane Alley is turning 12, and celebrating with some special brews and food. Tickets are not required for this party, so just show up and take advantage of the specials. Seating in the alley is a must in good weather. Photo by Jessica Hammie. (JH)
RACES Healing Works Art Show Reception, Lola’s Brush at indi go, 9 E. University Ave., 1-4 p.m.
Art has long been used in a therapeutic manner, and RACES continues the good work by sponsoring a show curated specifically from sexual abuse survivors and the people who support them. Show your own support for both the art and survivor communities by dropping by indi go gallery on Sunday. (RK)
Rebel Without a Cause, The Virginia Theatre, 1 & 7 p.m., $6
Everyone loves (watching) a bad boy, and the Virginia Theatre is offering a chance to watch the most infamous one of all time this Labor Day weekend. Plus, Virginia Theatre organist David Schroeder performs on the Virginia’s historic Wurlitzer Pipe Organ at most News-Gazette screenings, and film critic Chuck Koplinski leads discussions after all of our evening screenings. Don’t miss it. (RP)
David Bazan Living Room Show, An Undisclosed Location in Champaign, 8 p.m., $25
The singer-songwriter of Pedro The Lion fame is on another short Living Room Tour, mostly around the state of Illinois. Catch Bazan on his stop in Champaign — you’ll know the exact address after making your ticket purchase here. (MR)
SUNDAY, September 6th
Visit Error Records, 12-5 p.m., 123 W Main St, Urbana
The news broke last week that Error Records is closing at the end of the month. Whether you’re a regular patron or have never been, it would be worth saying goodbye by making a purchase. In its two-plus years of existence, Error has filled a hole in the local record-collecting scene for those craving heavier material, and will be missed by many. (MR)
MONDAY, September 7th
Labor Day Parade, starts at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Square Mall, free
Get in the spirit of Labor Day by cheering on the Labor Day Parade, hosted annually by AFL-CIO. A picnic and tournament immediately will immediately follow the parade at Prairie Park in Urbana. Lunch and drinks will be provided, and a State of the Labor Movement in Illinois presentation will be made. Live music and a softball tournament also comprise this year’s events. (RP)
Picnic in the park, Prairie Park, Urbana, after the parade
The labor day parade ends in Prarie Park, Urbana. Stick around the park for free food, games, and prizes. There will also be a softball game to watch. Fun for kids, family, and individuals looking to celelbrate the holiday with others from the community outside in one of Urbana’s beautiful parks. (SL)
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