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Wood N’ Hog is opening a second location in Urbana

June 22, 2019 / 3:14pm / Julie McClure

A couple of weeks ago we shared that Li'l Porgy's Urbana location would be closing. Well, it won't stand empty long. Wood N' Hog just… More »

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I just learned about Beckhenge

June 21, 2019 / 1:44pm / Julie McClure

We are all quite familiar with Stonehenge, the ancient monument in England where thousands gathered today — the summer solstice — as it aligns with the sunrise… More »

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Hendrick House Farm is partnering with Dreaam House this summer

June 21, 2019 / 8:56am / Julie McClure

Ann Swanson, Director of Hendrick House Farm, connected with Tracey Dace, Executive Director of Dreaam House a few years ago while seeking out opportunities to… More »

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The next U.S. Poet Laureate was a University of Illinois professor

June 20, 2019 / 3:15pm / Julie McClure

Joy Harjo is about to be named the 23rd U.S. Poet Laureate, and she will also be the first Native American to have that particular… More »

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Smile Politely seeking Arts writers

June 20, 2019 / 2:11pm / Julie McClure

Whether it's visual or performance art, literature or film, C-U has a vibrant arts scene, and this is your opportunity to be a part of… More »

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Did you know that The Canopy Club has game night every Tuesday?

June 20, 2019 / 12:57pm / Julie McClure

I generally feel like I am entirely not cool enough to hang out at The Canopy Club, but this is something that I feel like… More »

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You should adopt a cat just because of this wonderful marketing

June 20, 2019 / 8:07am / Julie McClure

Champaign County Humane Society has these adoption events on a regular basis, usually with a cute theme that is timely and "punny" if you will.… More »

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You can walk around with alcohol during Downtown Get Down this Saturday

June 19, 2019 / 5:20pm / Julie McClure

Urbana Mayor Diane Marlin has designated a Temporary Outdoor Refreshment Area in Downtown Urbana for the upcoming Downtown Get Down on Saturday. From 5 to… More »

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Get ready for Bentley’s Block Party on July 3rd

June 19, 2019 / 8:50am / Julie McClure

Having July 4th in the middle of the week is like having a bonus weekend. So take that extra "Friday" on July 3rd (it's actually… More »

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Deana Carter is performing at Allerton’s Prairie Sky Concert in September

June 18, 2019 / 1:01pm / Julie McClure

This year's Prairie Sky Festival at Allerton will feature the country artist, who hit it big in the late nineties when country became super mainstream.… More »

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