In this free workshop, instructor Liza Wynette will demonstrate how to use Adobe Illustrator to create a collection of succulent plantsLearn to use the shape-builder, line, and pencil tool to illustrate a minimalist-inspired design. Participants will leave the workshop with a print of their unique artwork. Reserve your spot. Sign up online or by calling (217) 403-2070. […]

FREE Join our friends from the Homer Lake Interpretive Center to meet some of our resident reptiles and learn about their adaptations to the local environment. Participants of all ages will get the chance to see live animals up close while learning about what makes them special. This is NOT a drop off event. Date | Day […]

All Ages Looking for a class volunteer project or a new way to bring the family together? Join us in making a difference at one of Champaign-Urbana’s natural treasures. Help restore the beauty of the Boneyard Creek in Champaign, Urbana, and Campustown by participating in this organized clean-up. Be on site to register at 9am. Free lunch […]

All Ages Here’s your opportunity to get started in this fun and exciting hobby. We will give a short presentation on what is involved in building and flying model rockets and how anyone can get involved in the hobby. Pre-registration is required. Date: Tuesday, May 2 Time: 7p Fee (R/NR): FREE, but registration is required Deadline: April […]

FREE This summer, gather your friends, family, and neighbors for our Summer Concerts. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments. May 6 | 2-5p | Edison Middle School Bands June 3 | 6-8p | TyJon Charlie July 1 | 6-8p | Samba Soul August 5 | 6-8p | Meadowhawk

Ages 2-5Tots, put your toy trucks away – it’s time to touch the real thing! Climb in, hop on, and honk the horns of some really big trucks and other vehicles during Touch-A-Truck Day! Tow trucks, fire trucks, police cars, and more will be available for kids to explore. Pack a lunch and enjoy a […]

The wonderful adventures of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is an incredibly fun musical guaranteed to open all imaginations, as well […]

FREE This summer, gather your friends, family, and neighbors for our Jazz in the Park Summer Concerts. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments. Time: 6-8p May 25 | Jose Gobbo Trio Location: Robeson Park June 22 | Chip McNeil Quartet Location: Porter Park July 20 | Leon Lewis Nicol Trio Location: Kaufman Lake August 24 | […]

FREE This summer, gather your friends, family, and neighbors for our Jazz in the Park Summer Concerts. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments. Time: 6-8p May 25 | Jose Gobbo Trio Location: Robeson Park June 22 | Chip McNeil Quartet Location: Porter Park July 20 | Leon Lewis Nicol Trio Location: Kaufman Lake August 24 | […]

Join the City of Champaign on July 25th from 5:00-7:000PM at Hedge Pop Park! This community meeting will I’ve attendees the opportunity to learn about upcoming construction projects and share ideas for future improvement in Garden Hills!

What is a Designated Procurement Initiative? Great question!The Designated Procurement Initiative (DPI) is a program in which the City of Champaign will set aside contract work for small, local, low-income and/or disadvantaged businesses. Come out to the Champaign Public Library (200 W Green St, Champaign, IL 61820) on August 8th, 2023 from 9:00-11:00am to find […]

The All Goals Meeting is held on the second Wednesday of every month and gives all members of the Champaign County Community Coalition time to come together and share their hard work. So many organizations do phenomenal work alone but it through community building that we can hope to conquer the bigger issues that we […]