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• Blog - Six September Day Trips in Champaign County

  September marks the end of summer, so a full vacation might be out of the picture. Luckily, there are a ton of day trip possibilities in the greater Champaign County area!

• 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!

• Blog - Agricultural Experiences in the Champaign-Urbana A

  Take part in fall's quintessential activities—apple and pumpkin picking! Far more than just pulling a wagon and filling it up, these spots immerse you in the agricultural experience.

• Blog - Tuesday Trails with Terri: Crystal Lake Park

  Terri previews the 52nd annual Turkey Trot at Crystal Lake Park, a fun way to start your Thanksgiving so you can indulge in that turkey and pumpkin pie!

• Blog - Shop Local 2021: Books and Games to Keep You Enter

  Whether it's winter break from school or a little extra time off from work, the holidays are a great time to kick back with a good read or a fun game.

• Blog - Top Picks for Outdoor Activities

  Ready to get outdoors after a long winter? We have plenty of opportunities to have fun in our parks, forest preserves and natural areas. Check out our top picks for outdoor recreation.

• Blog - Top Spots to Enjoy Champaign-Urbana's Local Flavor

  Farms, large and small, surround our micro-urban community, providing fresh ingredients for local chefs to incorporate into their menus and for us to prepare at home. Here’s where you can enjoy or pick up the freshest ingredients of the season to support our local food system.

• Blog - Break the Routine with Unique Activities in Champa

  As August plugs along and we start feeling fall around the corner, now is a great time to try something a little Outside of Ordinary.

• Blog - Keep Summer Alive: A Before School Starts Bucket L

  There’s plenty of time to keep summer alive before the kids go back to school, so we’ve compiled a before-school-starts bucket list for kids, including outdoor activities, amazing attractions, and some last-minute fun and games before the bell rings on the 2022-2023 school year.

• Blog - Thanksgiving Day Restaurant Openings

  Thanksgiving is a busy day, and not just for those who are cooking! Here's a guide of places that you could grab a meal on Thanksgiving!