Culture

“A place full of interested and interesting people”: The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

August 7, 2020 / 11:00am / By Julie McClure

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Illinois provides rich educational experiences for older adults.

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Champaign County Voters Alliance has updated their candidate guide

August 7, 2020 / 10:28am / Julie McClure

The November election will be here before we know it, especially in this weird "what is time" era that we're living in. I know there… More »

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Once upon a time, Champaign had an open air school

August 7, 2020 / 9:12am / Julie McClure

Check out this post from the Urbana Free Library: Once again we are facing a disease where ventilation plays a role in spread. If we… More »

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Illinois Art + Design to host marathon Zoomposium

August 7, 2020 / 9:00am / Debra Domal

On August 15th, 39 scholars, teachers, and artists will present eight-minute essays via Zoom, all addressing the question of "What happens at the intersection of… More »

Food & Drink

Market Watch: August 2020

August 7, 2020 / 8:59am / By Alyssa Buckley

Alyssa shares what's good at the C-U farmers' markets for August.

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Culture

Weekender: August 7-9

August 7, 2020 / 12:01am / By Smile Politely Editors

Need some inspiration for your weekend? Here are our suggestions.

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Young Artist’s Studio features Capoeira Angola for kids this month

August 6, 2020 / 5:19pm / Debra Domal

Come learn the Afro-Brazilian dance martial art with Aisha Chiaramonte of the Capoeira Angola Center of Mestre João Grande-Illinois. This free online workshop, is designed for… More »

Opinion

A step in the right direction

August 6, 2020 / 3:00pm / By Smile Politely Editors

The news that public schools in Champaign and Urbana would begin the year remotely was a relief. Now, it is time to better prepare for an uncertain future where any indoor activities could be dangerous to public health.

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C-U Oktoberfest is going virtual this year

August 6, 2020 / 2:14pm / Julie McClure

No, it won't be the same. Dancing around ridiculously with a bunch of strangers, many wearing lederhosen, while you carb load with pretzels and beer… More »

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Big Thorn Brewery is launching their food truck this week

August 6, 2020 / 1:10pm / Julie McClure

Beginning tonight, August 6th, Big Thorn Farm and Brewery will be adding their food truck, simply named "The Truck", to their operation. It will run… More »

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The Celebration Company at the Station Theatre is seeking board nominations

August 6, 2020 / 1:02pm / Debra Domal

If you've ever wanted to serve your local theatre scene, now's your chance. The Celebration Company at the Station Theatre has announced it is accepting… More »

Opinion

Local farmers need you to buy their food right now

August 6, 2020 / 11:00am / By Michael Feltes

If there was ever a time to give until it hurts, 2020 is the year.

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