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• Blog - Exploring Champaign-Urbana: A Guide to Alumni and

  If you’ve ever spent time in Champaign-Urbana, home to the University of Illinois, you know it’s more than a college town. Beyond the academics and iconic campus landmarks, CU boasts a variety of local haunts that have won the hearts of both students and alumni alike. Whether you’re a ...isit.

• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 1/27

  In a Restaurant Week edition of Living #OutsideofOrdinary, check out just 7 of the over 30 restaurants offering specials this week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

• Events - St. Paddy's Celebration with Celtic Whistle

  Pull out that green and join us for a St. Patrick’s day celebration!
  The Celtic Whistle plays traditional Irish Music with vocals, whistle,
  flute, guitar, banjo, accordion and harmonica.
  Come out and enjoy a crisp refreshing green beer/slushie....!

• Blog - No Tricks, All Treats: Flesor's Candy Kitchen Favo

  With Halloween coming up later this week, a lot of us have candy on the mind. At Flesor's Candy Kitchen in Tuscola, candy is an everyday obsession.

• New Resident Resources

  New to the greater Champaign County area? We're here to help you settle into this Outside of Ordinary community so that you love it as much as we do from the moment you arrive. Check out our list of resources or contact us with any questions! We'll guide you in the right direction for the best local resources so you can be proud to call Champaign County home.

• Blog - Celebrate Mother’s Day in the Champaign-Urbana A

  Mother’s Day is coming up, so let’s treat the people who do so much for us (especially the moms who usually end up planning the day anyway). Here in Champaign-Urbana, there’s no shortage of activities, whether you’re looking for something laid-back and relaxed, creative and enriching...tive.

• Blog - Where to buy orange and blue in the Champaign-Urba

  Thursday is coming and your closet is ready, RIGHT? With Fighting Illini football kicking off this week, there's no time to waste. Here are some local spots to stock up!

• Blog - Speedskating Action in C-U: 3 Things to Know About

  If you're not sure what speedskating is, or the history of ice sports in our area, let's go over 5 things you might want to know about short track competition!

• Events - St. Patrick's Day Craft

  Come build your very own Leprechaun in honor of
  St. Patrick's day and maybe he'll bring you some good luck! 

• Blog - Where to buy Local Art in the Champaign-Urbana Are

  Looking to discover authentic, locally made art in the Champaign-Urbana area? Here are some galleries and events where you can purchase creative, one-of-a-kind works—perfect for collectors, gift-givers, or anyone who appreciates the local arts scene!