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Ice Cream and Independence
Ice Cream and Independence is a live radio show celebrating Abraham Lincoln which features:
4-6:30PM. Civil War re-enactors, period instruments, displays, and demonstrations and children's games (free to the public).
7PM. The Concert Band of Central Illinois, Lincoln Portrait narrated by Roger Cooper. Reserved seating is: $16 Adult, $14 Student/Senior, $8 Child.
To purchase tickets call 217-356-9063.
Shakespeare Festival Activities
The Shakespeare Festival, recently named a top ten best theatre festival from anywhere is readier than ever. However, Central Illinois families have several other Shakespeare Festival-related activities to enjoy this summer. A 45-minute family-friendly version of Shakespeare's "The Tempest" in the Ewing Manor Courtyard. The free show will run Wednesdays and Saturdays from June 27-August 8. Another offering available for children (entering sixth grade to seniors in high school) is Shakespeare Summer Day Camps. These Camps explore certain texts of Shakespeare.
Sessions run from 9 AM- 4 PM
Focusing on "A Mid-Summer Night's Dream
June 22 to July 3 $350
Focusing on "The Tempest"
July 6 to July 10 $200
Focusing on "Hamlet"
July 17 to July 17 $200
Special Family and Dual session rates are available!!!
Application for Shakespeare Summer Camps are available at http://www.thefestival.org/download/Camp%20Shakespeare%20Registration.pdf
Springer Cultural Center Art Exhibition Series
The Springer Cultural center will present [Roots] featuring local artists Sharon Davie-Barrett, Daniel Arakelian,and Suzanne Berkes. The show will run from June 10th through June 5th.
On June 12th there will be an artist reception from 6-8 pm, featuring live music from the Dynamic Duo.
Village At The Crossing Blood Drive
Country Financial is sponsoring a Blood Drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois on Monday, July 6th from 10:00am-2:00pm. The blood drive will be held on the bloodmobile, parked in Country Financial's parking lot at 3123 Village Office Place, on the corner of Duncan and Windsor in Champaign. T-Shirts and refreshments will be provided for all donors!
50th Reunion-Unity High School Class of 1959
50th Reunion-Unity High School Class of 1959 schedule for reunion weekend: July 10 and 11, 2009.
Friday evening, July 10: 5pm-Get together at the Philo Tavern.
Saturday morning, July 11: 9am-Breakfast Bar at the home of John and Jan Fisher, Tolono, Illinois. 11am-Tour of Unity High School building, Tolono, Illinois.
Saturday evening, July 11: 5:30pm Dinner and Program at the Champaign Country Club, 1211 South Prospect, Champaign, IL.
For more info contact Donna (Carter) Cremeens 359-2730.
Advance America Blood Drive
Advance America in Urbana is sponsoring a blood drive on July 11th from 10am-2pm. The blood drive will be held on the bloodmobile bus, parked in the Schnucks Plaza on Cunningham Ave.
All donors will be entered into raffles to win coupons, gift cards, and gift baskets from Schnucks Plaza businesses.
T-shirts and refreshments will be provided for all donors.
Finding Your Passion Workshop
The School of Metaphysics is hosting a "Finding Your Passion" workshop on Saturday July 11th from 1-3pm. It is an experience to help one find what ignites their soul and causes one to feel alive.
7th Annual Parade of Ponds
July 10,11,12th the 7th Annual Parade of Ponds will be hosted by Chris' Water Gardens. The public is invited to view several water gardens in Champaign, Urbana, Danville, and other small towns in between. Friday evening July 10th from 7:30-9:30pm, experience the Twilight Pond Walk, or on Saturday and Sunday ponds, waterfalls, and Pondless water features are available to view on a self-guided tour. Ticket books are available with an 8 dollar donation that benefits the Salt Fork River Partnership and the Ponds-for-Kids Program. For more info call 217-896-2225.
Boomerang Express
Garden Hills Baptist Church will be hosting Vacation Bible School "Boomerang Express" July 12-16 6:30-8:45PM for kids from 3 years old to grade 6. Please call the church office to register at 217-356-0891.
MLK Jr. Celebration Committee's 16th Annual Community Day
The MLK Jr. Celebration Committee's 16th Annual Community Day will be held Sunday July 12th, 2009 from 2:30pm to 5:00pm at Lincoln Park in Danville. The event will have entertainment and food such as barbeque and ice cream. Admission is free of charge and for any additional information contact Mary Thompson at 217-442-7917.
Urbana High School Youth Football Camp
Area youth, grades 1-8, have the chance to improve their football skills with the Urbana High School youth football camp. This non-padded camp will take place July 13th through July 16th from 5;30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the north side practice fields at Urbana High School. Prices are $40 for campers or $20 for a reduced lunch rate. Bring football cleats and an eagerness to learn. Contact Coach Watson at 549-3914 or uhsfootballcamp@gmail.com
CUPHD Invites Local Children with Asthma to Take a FREE Ride to Adventure
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) is accepting applications for "travel scholorships" from local children ages 7 to 14 that want to attend the Asthma Adventure Camp 2009, August 7-9, at the Lake Williamson Retreat and Conference Center in Carlinville.
Applications for "travel scholorships" are available at CUPHD, 201 West Kenyon Road in Champaign or by clicking the link above. The deadline for applications is July 15. For additional information call 531-2915.
Alzheimers Support Group
Liberty Village in Danville will hold its Alzheimers support group July 16th in the dining room at Liberty Estates 3220 Independence drive in Danville.
Please RSVP to Jan Martinie-Clark at 431-1600 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Mahomet Teen Summer Reading Program
The Mahomet Public Library encourages all teens grades 6-12 to enter their summer reading program. The program runs from June 1 to July 17th. All kids must do is read their favorite books, magazines, newspapers.
For every three hours of reading, kids will get one entry in the grand prize drawing. Weekly trivia contests can also earn extra entries. Participation prizes will be given to all readers who read at least three hours.
For complete details click the link or, visit the Mahomet Public Library
Prairie Iris Society's Annual Iris Sale
The Prairie Iris Society will hold their annual iris sale Saturday July 18, 2009 inside Lincoln Square Mall in Urbana. The sale begins at 9:00am and ends at noon. All types or irises are for sale as well as daylilies, hostas, and other perennials. For more info contact Jerry Wilhoit at (217)948-5478.
Natural Water Springs of Illinois
Author and researcher Phillip C Reid will be holding a program for his new book about natural water springs in Illinois. The presentation will be held on Sunday, July 19th at 2:00pm at Rock Springs Nature Center in Decatur, admission is free.
Tuscola's ARTco's summer muiscal
Tuscola's award winning actors' Rural Theatre company will be presenting their upcoming annual summer musical--Bye Bye Birdie! This summer's musical will be held at Tuscola's Community Building. Preformance dates are July 9-12, 16-19. Thursday through Saturday preformances will begin at 7 PM. Sunday Matinees will begin at 2:30 PM. Ticket prices are $11 adults, $9 Seniors/Students, and $5 for 12 and under.
For more information call the box office at (217)253-6699
Free First Aid Certification Classes
The Center for Rural Health and Farm Safety at Carle Foundation Hospital are offering two free American Heart Association HeartSaver First Aid certification courses on Monday July 13, 2009 and Tuesday July 21, 2009. The courses will be held from 2-4:30pm on the 13th and 1:30-4:00pm on the 21st. Participants only need to attend one course. Space is limited and registration is required.
News-Gazette and National City Bank Blood Drive
The News-Gazette and National City Bank are hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday July 22nd from 9am-3pm on the cornerof Main and Walnut in the bloodmobile.
All donors will receive T-shirts and refreshments.
A Midsummer Evening of Stories and Music
A Midsummer Evening of Stories and Music at La Gourmandise, 119 West Main Street, Urbana is on Thursday, July 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. with a 5 dollar cover charge.
For more information call Kathe Brinkmann at 337-5590.
Catholic HEART Workcamp
The Catholic HEART Workcamp will be held July 19-25. Involved teens will be sleeping on the floor at the High School of St. Thomas More in Champaign. Teens will work on projects such as painting, home repairs, cleaning, working in a soup kitchen, building wheelchair ramps, working with children, etc. For more information contact Tony and Mickey Nickrent at 217-202-8480.
Cruisin' 4 Kids with Cancer 5th Annual Motorcycle Marble Run
Cruisin' 4 Kids with Cancer 5th Annual Motorcycle Marble Run will be July, 25th. Registration begins at 9 am at Andrae's H-D. The ride will benefit kids and teens with cancer to send them to Camp COCO. Ride will end at Fifth Dimension Collision Repair. The entry fee is $20 a person. For more info contact Jane at 896-2110.
Four New Exhibitions at Krannert Art Museum
Currently on display is Vivid Lines in Graphic Times (May 21-July 26, 2009). Starting June 5th and running through July 26th are Impressions in Ink: European Early Modern Prints and Confronting Identity. Starting June 11th and running through July 26th is Visions of our Nation: Art of the New Deal Era.
Cardinal Fitness Blood Drive
Cardinal Fitness is sponsoring a Blood Drive with Community Blood Services of Illinois. The bloodmobile will be at the Champaign and Urbana locations.
Monday, July 13th-Urbana location at 300 S. Broadway, Lincoln Square Village from 4-7pm.
Monday, July 27th-Champaign location at 2414 Galen Drive from 4-7pm.
All Cardinal Fitness blood donors will be able to join Cardinal Fitness for $0!!! No joining fee!!!
All donors will be provided t-shirts and refreshments.
4-H Springs into Summer
The University of Illinois Extension, Champaign County Unit announces 4-H Spring and Summer Programs packed with fun, learning and competition for all youth.
For a complete list of events or for more information click the link above or call Kathy Mullins, 4-H Youth Development Coordinator at 333-7672.
WIA Summer Youth Employment Program Offers Summer Jobs
The WIA Summer Youth Employment Program is offering summer jobs in small businesses in Urbana for 16-24 year olds. Most of the positions would run from June 15-July 30, though there might be some could start a little earlier. Both part-time and full-time positions are available.
For more information, please contact: David Adcock, Director of Urbana Adult Education, 384-3530.
Adult Summer Reading Program
Soak up some sun, read a good book, and win great prizes participating in the Mahomet Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program! For every three books read, enter your name in a drawing to win one of three prizes! Entry forms available at the library or on the library website starting May 26th. Visit the library website at www.mahometpubliclibrary.org, stop in the Mahomet Public Library, or call 581-2611 for more information.
Carle Foundation Hospital "July Programs"
The Carle Bariatric Support Group will meet Thursday, July 9th, at 6:30PM on the 2nd floor of Carle Clinic on Curtis RD.
A group geared towards patients who underwent weight management surgery more than a year ago will meet Tuesday, July 28th, at 6:30PM on the 2nd floor of Carle Clinic on Curtis RD. Call Ann Carroll for more info at 217-383-3240.
Carle's Prenatal and Family Education Program, "All About Baby" offers classes for everyone from dads to siblings. Pre-registration is requested for all of these courses by calling 217-383-6962, some courses have a small fee.
The "Safe Sitters" class will be held on Saturday, July 18th, from 9AM to 4:30PM for adolescents ages 11-13 to learn how to be safe and nurturing sitters. Call 217-383-6962 to register. There is no fee for this class.
The Carle Community CPR Program offers Heartsaver CPR for Adult, Child and Infant in partnership with the Champaign Fire Department on Tuesday, July 7th from 6-10PM. The class will be held at Station 5 on N. Mattis in Champaign. Pre-registration is required, please call 217-403-7206, a course fee will apply.
Elder Abuse Awareness Month
80,000 Illinois seniors are subject to abuse each year, so the Illinois Department on Aging(IDoA) announces that July will be Senior Abuse Awareness Month.
The IDoA encourages seniors who feel that abuse has taken place, or others who believe that abuse has taken place to call the elder abuse hotline at (866)800-1409 to speak with trained professionals who are prepared to help.
July Community Blood Drives
Wednesday, July 1, Carle Arbours of Savoy, 302 Burwash Ave., 2-5 p.m. in the Activity Room.
Wednesday, July 1, Arcola Clinic, 2-6 p.m., Bloodmoble.
Sunday, July 5, First Christian Church of Champaign, 3601 Staley Road, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bloodmobile.
Tuesday, July 7, Fisher Fair, 4 to 8:30 p.m., Bloodmobile at the fairgrounds.
Wednesday, July 8, Busey Bank of Champaign, 100 West University Ave., noon to 5 p.m., Bloodmobile will be parked on Randolph Street.
Friday, July 17, Personal Care of Champaign, 2110 Fox Drive, 8 to 10 a.m., Bloodmobile.
Saturday, July 18, Market at the Square, Urbana, 7:30 a.m. to noon, Lincoln Square Village. Bloodmobile will parked on Walnut Street.
Sunday, July 19, Faith United Methodist Church of Champaign, 1719 South Prospect, 8 to 11:30 a.m., Bloodmobile.
Monday, July 20, Brookens Administration Building, 1776 East Washington, Urbana 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bloodmobile.
Friday, July 24, Marble Slab Creamery of Savoy, 2 to 5 p.m., Bloodmobile.
Saturday, July 25, Sidney Festival, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bloodmobile will be parked at the Sidney Firehouse, 302 South David Street.
Sunday, July 26, St. Patrick's Church of Urbana, 708 West Main, 8:15 a.m. to noon, Bloodmobile parking behind the Parish Center.
Tuesday, July 28, Urbana Public Works, 706 South Glover, noon to 3 p.m., Bloodmobile.
Wednesday, July 29, Carle Clinic-Mattoon, 200 Lerna Road, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Bloodmobile.
Wednesday, July 29, Provena Home Care, 1501 Interstate Drive, Champaign, 1 to 5 p.m., Conference Room.
Friday, July 31, 40 Martyrs Catholic Church of Tuscola, 201 East Van Allen Street, 3 to 6 p.m., gym.
For more information or any questions call Angie Vonderheide at 1-800-217-GIVE.
U of I Extension Offers 4-H Summer Camps
Camp Clover is coming to Fisher at Glade's Hall, Fisher Fairgrounds on June 15 through the 29 from 9 to 11:45 a.m. daily.
Camp Clover is coming to Broadlands at United Community Church on July 27 through the 31 from 9 a.m. to noon daily.
Camp Clover is an exciting, hands-on learning summer camps for youth grades 3,4 and 5. Youth will learn more about their community and world, conduct fun science experiments and experience food and nutrition - eating the snacks that they prepare.
You can register by calling the Extension office at 333-7672 or by clicking the link above.
4-H Missions in Space
Youth who will be enrolled in grades - through 9 in the fall of 2009 can experience simulated space missions, learn about shuttle operations, and be part of a shuttle mission team by attending the 4-H Missions in Space Weekend Camp, October 8-11, at the U.S. Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. The cost is $360 dollars. A registration fee of $200 dollars is due by July 8, and the remaining $160 dollars is due by August 1.
For more information call the Champaign County Extension office at 333-7672 or click the link above.
Brent Fest 2009-Mahomet
Come out and enjoy live music, great food, and exciting children's activities at the NEW Brent Johnson Memorial Park, just off route 47 north in Mahomet. The Brent Fest will have a silent auction, inflatable's, frozen custard, burgers, BBQ and much more.
Brent Fest is Saturday, August 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information click the link above.
Champaign-Urbana Symphony
The Champaign-Urbana Symphony and Guild Calendar for 2008-2009 is now posted on their website. To view the calendar please click the link above.
International Young Women in Harmony Festival
Sweet Adelines International is offering young women who love to sing and dance an opportunity to go to the International Young Women in Harmony Festival for two days of learning, music, and dance, free of charge for women 25 and under!! The festival will be free of charge for 100 junior high, high school, and college aged females in Nashville, TN. Rehearsals will be during the afternoon on Friday, October 16th and all-day on Saturday October 17th at Lipscomb University.
For more info contact ann-marie@sweetadelineintl.org
Macon County X-treme Camps
The Macon County Conservation District will hold X-treme camps this summer.
These one to two day camps will deal with subjects such as nature, history, caving, canoeing, astronomy, archaeology, Lincoln in Macon County, and 1860's life. Some camps include off-site field trips and overnight experiences.
Camps are open to students from grades 3 through 12. Registration is required and can be made through the Rock Springs Nature Center at 3939 Nearing Lane in Decatur. More info on camps or the nature center is available at 423-7708 or by clicking the link above
Summer at the Station
The Celebration Company at the Station Theatre will hold two different productions this summer.
The first production will be the smash hit musical "The Full Monty." Production dates will be June 11-14, June 17-21, June 24-28, July 1-4, and July 8-11. All shows will be at 8 p.m.
The second show will be Alan Ayckbourn's comedy "Absurd Person Singular" Production dates will be July 23-26, and July 29-August 1st. All shows will start at 8 p.m.
For reservations for both shows, you may call the Station Theatre box office at 384-4000
Spurlock Museum Event: Wrapped Up in Ancient Egypt
Kids 8 through 13 should check out this exciting event at Spurlock Museum in Urbanaon Sunday, August 2nd from 1-4 PM. Participants will visit hands-on stations that highlight the mummy-making process and head home with their own "tomb-to-go!" Registration is $3 and pre-registration is required(space is limited)
Contact Kim Sheahan at (217)244-3355 or ksheahan@illinois.edu for registration or further information.
"Hands-On" Food Preservation Class
The University of Illinois Extension, Champaign County is offering a class on how to can, freeze, and other ways to preserve food. There will be two classes held on Wednesday August 5th at the Champaign County Extension Auditorium, 801 N. Country Fair Dr. Classes are being offered at 1:00pm to 3:30pm and from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. Registration is $10 a person.
Summer Art Enrichment Program
The 2009 Summer Art Enrichment Program will revolve around the theme of Identity: An Exploration of Self. Participants at all levels will engage in art activities that allow for investigation of this theme in developmentally targeted ways.
Registration is under way and will end when the classes are full. Registration fee is $65 dollars per person.
For more information call Carole Smith at 333-1652.
Camp Kesem Open to Campers Ages 6-13
Camp Kesem is a free, week-long overnight summer camp for children of cancer victims. The camp, held at East Bay Camp in Hudson, Illinois from August 2-7 has thirty spots remaining for campers this year.
Camper applications and more information on Camp Kesem at University of Illinois can be found by clicking the link above.
Champaign County Law Enforcement Golf Outing
Champaign County Area Law Enforcement agencies will hold a Golf outing to benefit Mills Breast Cancer Center August 7th. More information is available by contacting Ed Ogle at 384-1215.
Philo Farm and Antique Tractor Show
The FDH Club is sponsoring the Philo Farm and Antique Tractor Show on August 8th at Hale Park in Philo, IL. This year's goal is to raise enough money to purchase a new scoreboard for the north ballpark. If interested in donating to help out with this event, please contact Pat Flynn at 217-493-9953.
First Aid Certification Classes at the Champaign Park District
The Champaign Park District, in partnership with Provena Regional EMS, is offering a series of Pediatric First Aid and CPR/AED classes starting in May. Classes are open to anyone 12 years old and up, cost is $40 dollars, and will take place at Springer Cultural Center on the following dates:
Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14: 5-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 30: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 6: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 16: 5-9 p.m.
Saturday, August 15: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
For more information, please click the link above.
Events at Heartland Community Church
Community Block Party and Bring a Friend Day! Sunday, June 28 from 1-5 p.m. Come enjoy fun, fellowship and another way to connect with others. Starting with bring a friend day in both morning services and then from 1 to 5 p.m. a community wide block party featuring "White Linen" in concert.
Road Riders for Jesus Rummage Sale
Saturday, July 11 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the front of Heartland Community Church.
Kids Serve Now MEGA Ministry Camp, July 27-31. HCC develops active Christians who understand the value and benefit of serving those around them in a practical way. A meeting will take place on Saturday, June 20 at 10 a.m. in the Kids Church area at HCC.
Guetemala Relief Concert
Sunday, August 16 at 6 p.m., featuring "The Heartland Band" all proceeds benefit the Guetemala Missions Team.
Heartland Community Church is located at 3253 North Brush College Road in Decatur. Please call 877-9529 for more information.
CUPHD Free Meals to Children
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District will provide free meals for children age 18 and under throughout the summer. The Meals will be served at the CUPHD at 201 W. Kenyon Rd. in Champaign. Meal times will be the following:
Breakfast: 8:00-9:00 am
Lunch: 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Snack: 2:30-3:30 pm
Meals will be offered from June 10th through August 19th.
Kids Day Camp
Heartland Community Church's Kids Day Camp will run from May 27th to August 19th for students from grades K-6. Cost is $100 per week for campers and enrollment forms are available at the church offices at 3253 N. Brush College Rd in Decatur.
Write To Heal
Carle Clinic's Mills Breast Cancer Institute will begin a new program called Write To Heal. This program will help women cope with breast cancer through the process of writing.
The Meetings will begin on June, 25th at the Mills Breast Cancer Institute in the Houseworth conference room. Meetings will be held for 8 weeks
To register for this program, contact Nia Klein at 383-4820.
34th Annual Urbana Sweetcorn Festival
The 34th Annual Urbana Sweetcorn Festival will take place on Friday, August 28 from 5 to 11 p.m. and Saturday, August 29 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Oglesby Mansion Opens for 2009 Summer Season
The Governor Oglesby Mansion, 421 West William in downtown Decatur, announces its 2009 summer season open house hours. Tours will be offered every Wednesday and Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. in June, July and August. Admission is only 2 dollars but free for members of Oglesby Mansion Inc.
For more information please click the link above.
Help Dreams Take Flight
This summer, hundreds of children with life-threatening medical conditions will get to experience their dream come true thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Donate your frequent flier miles to help these dreams take flight. Donating is quick and easy, and your gift of requent flier miles to Make-A-Wish Foundation will bring joy to a special child.
To donate or for more information click the link above.
Chanute Air Museum Community Days Now Through August 31
The Chanute Aerospace Museum will offer half-price admission for communities throughout Champaign County. Visitors must provide proof of residence for the following days:
Monday-Champaign
Tuesday-Urbana
Wednesday-Rantoul
Thursday-Gifford,Fisher,Mahomet
Friday-All other Champaign County communities
For more information click the link above.
Office and Studio Spaces Available
The Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center (UCIMC) locate in the historic Urbana Post Office Building has several office and studio spaces available. As a non-profit organization, the UCIMC offers these spaces at affordable rates for your occupation or preoccupation. Rates start at 195 dollars/month to 695 dollars/month. Free wirless internet, individual climate control and secure entries. On site parking available.
For a tour call 344-8820.
Young Women Against Cervical Cancer
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health Department(CUPHD) now offers Genital Human Papillomavirus vaccines(HPV) for women ages 18-26 during weekly STD clinics. These Clinics, located at 201 West Kenyon Road in champaign, are held on Tuesdays from 1:00 to 5:00PM and Thursdays 9:00 to 11:00AM and 1:00 to 3:00PM. HPV shots are given in a series of three injections over a six-month period and have been proven to be highly effective in preventing four types of HPV.
For more information about HPV vaccinations, STD clinics, or any other CUPHD programs and services, please call 217-352-7961 or visit CUPHD on the web c-uphd.org
Host a Foreign Teen
Take a "STAYCATION" this year and host a foreign teen. Learn firsthand about another culture without leaving the United States and establish a friendship that will last a lifetime. Many local high schools are still open to enrollment and encourage families to get involved. Pacific Intercultural Exchange has international students from more than 40 countries arriving into the area for homestay programs. They really need your help. The non-profit organization is looking for a few more caring host families to share the American way of life. If you think you may be interested in hosting a foreign teen--or would like more information about the program--please call P.I.E. immediately at 1-800-828-9001 or visit them on the web at www.pieusa.org
3rd Annual Allerton Music Barn Festival
This years festival is one day longer than last year, being set for the long Labor day weekend, Sept. 3-7. It takes place at Allerton Park and Retreat Center in Monticello, Il. The festival has plenty of great music as well as dance instruction for festival goers. So head out to this 19th century Dutch hay barn for a wonderful weekend.
For more information about the events or for ticket sales visit the U of I's music department web site or call (217)333-6282 or 800-527-2849.
IDNR Announces Summer Urban Fishing Clinics
Youngsters are invited to learn to fish this summer by attending a free Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Urban Fishing Program fishing clinic, planned for more than thirty locations throughout the state.
For a complete listing of the locations click the link above.
Sew-A-Thon for Operation Santa
Members of the 4-Leafers 4-H club will host a Sew-A-Thon to support Proud Families of Marines with it's 4th annual Operation Santa.
The 4-H club is looking for holiday/christmas fabric donations of at least 1/2 yard. Monetary donations will also be welcome.
The Sew-A-Thon will take place September 19th and September 21st.
Fabric donations may be dropped off at the Champaign County Extension Office at 801 N. Country Fair Drive Suite D by September 10th, 2009.
For a list of more products that are needed, contact the 4-H office at
333-7672.
Urbana Business Association's "Second Saturday"
Second Saturday kicks off in downtown Urbana Saturday, June 13th from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Downtown merchants will feature special sidewalk sales along with 30 more local vendors. The Urbana Free Library will host a story time on their porch from 11:30AM-12:00PM. Mario Merkelo and friends and the I-PAN will be performing music. There will be more upcoming events on the second Saturdays of each month this summer. For more info contact Susan Toalson at (217)-344-3872.
Senior Wellness Series
If you are age 50 or older and want to learn how to stay healthy, live with chronic disease and pain, or just want to meet some new people, please take time to attend these programs. As a bonus if a current senior memeber brings a non-member to any of these classes, the senior membership will be paid next year for both parties.
Programs include; Healthy Living 4 week Summer Series, which includes life-long fitness, medication, Nutrition for Older Adults Made Easy, and Maintaining Good Mental Health and Mental Activity as We Age.
Take charge of your Health: Live well be Well. A six week program designed for discussing living with chronic disease and pain.
To registar call any location:
Douglass Annex (398-2572), Hays Recreation Center(398-2580). or Phillips Recreation Center(367-1544)
Champaign County Heart Walk
Saturday, September 19th the American Heart Association will be hosting a benefit walk to help battle against cardiovascular disease and strokes. The walk will be held at Parkland College, registration is 9:00AM, Opening ceremonies at 10:00AM, 10:25AM step off, and 11:00AM Closing Ceremonies.
For more information about registering contact Amanda Beckler at 217-355-5119.-
Urbana Free Library - Just in Time for Summer Reading...4-WEEK LOAN
In response to public input, the library is very pleased to announce a change in loan periods for many library materials.
*All new books and new audio books will remain at a 2 week loan period, but all other books and auidio books may be borrowed for 4 weeks.
*All adult and children's educational DVDs and videos may now be borrowed for 2 weeks.
*All adult and children's entertainment DVDs and videos remain at a 1 week loan period.
*All magazines and CDs remain at a 2 week loan period.
*All library materials may be renewed 2 times if other users have not requested them.
A Touch of Old Japan in the Sewing Room
Sew Special 2009 is going oriental. This day of workshops lectures and hands on sewing/fiber arts classes will be held on October 3rd at the PARC at 1913 W. Townline rd. in Peoria. Lunch is included and door prizes will be given away. Contact Peg Wier at
309-647-1667.
Provena United Samaritans Announces Childbirth Classes for 2009
The Family Life Center of Provena United Samaritans Medical Center offers the following educational classes for expectant parents:
Breastfeeding Class - This class on the basics of breastfeeding is offered the last Wednesday of every month, from 7 to 9 p.m. This class is free to mothers who deliver at Provena United Samaritans.
Childbirth Education Series - Childbirth education classes are offered as a six-week course ten times throughout the year. Participants should be enrolled by the fifth month of pregnancy. Classes are held on either Monday or Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Fee is 25 dollars to cover cost of class materials. To view the entire schedule please click the link above.
Registration is required for Breastfeeding classes and Childbirth Education classes Provena United Samaritans Medical Center. For more information or to register call 1-866-PROVENA (1-866-776-8362).
Health Care Help Line Available for Illinoisans
It is estimated that 18 Illinoisans a week die from lack of access to health care. If you need medical care, are uninsured or underinsured, and don't know where to go, call the Campaign for Better Health Care's toll-free number at 1-888-544-8271.
The Campaign for Better Health Care the state's largest coalition representing over 300 diverse organizations, organizing to help create and advocate for an accessible, quality health care system for all. For more information click the link above.