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• Blog - Living Outside of Ordinary: Week of 3/2

  Make the first full week of March memorable with these seven #OutsideofOrdinary ideas!

• Getting Here/Around

  Whether you drive, fly or take a train, it's easy to get to Champaign County and even easier to get around.

• Blog - Looking Ahead: 8 Outside of Ordinary Events in Nov

  Sometimes, by this point in the year, it’s hard to believe November is already here. With the snow we saw earlier this week, it’s a little more believable!

• Blog - Mom’s Weekend in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  Mom's Weekend is all about celebrating the amazing moms, mother figures, and guardians who support their students every step of the way. Whether you're here to explore campus, enjoy local dining, getting out into nature, diving into arts and culture, or simply spending quality time together,...yone.

• Blog - 2021 Champaign County Christmas Restaurant Opening

  If you're looking for where to eat on Christmas in Champaign County, then you're in the right place! Plus, check out catering options for your at-home holiday celebrations.

• Blog - Silver Tree Spirits: From Field to Flask

  At Silver Tree Spirits, brothers Will and Dallas Glazik turn the grains grown on their fifth-generation family farm into deeply local, thoughtfully crafted spirits—connecting land, history, and community in every bottle.

• Blog - Black History Month in the Champaign-Urbana Area

  We compiled a growing list of BHM events, as well as Black-owned businesses and restaurants to support all-year-round!

• Blog - Support Local During Coronavirus: Orpheum Children

  Read about how the Orpheum Children's Science Museum is adjusting to COVID-19 regulations, and how you can continue to support this local business.

• Blog - What is Plan for Vacation Day?

  Need a recharge, refresh, or just a little getaway? As we #PlanForVacation this week, explore why a trip away can be incredibly beneficial to your mental health!

• Blog - Greener Goods: An Earth Day Experience

  In lieu of Earth Day, I decided to visit Greener Goods—an eco-friendly pop-up shop in Mahomet, Illinois. I admit, I didn’t know much about “sustainability” other than opting out of the plastic bags when I shop at Aldi’s, or drinking out of straw-less cups provided by Starbucks. I a...rong.