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• Blog - Welcoming Week in Champaign County

  With Welcoming Week coming up soon and many elements going virtual, we wanted to overview this year's event and give the University YMCA a chance to talk about how everyone can get involved.

• Blog - A Sweet Slice of Fall: Okaw Valley Orchard

  Ever heard of a Scruffy? Or a Ludicrisp? You will after a visit to Okaw Valley Orchard near Sullivan, where you can wander the rows, let the kids loose on the playground, and head home with a bag of your new favorite apple varieties (plus a warm cider doughnut…or two…or three).

• Blog - Cicadas in CU: What to Know and Where to Find Them

  We stopped by at the Natural Resources Building at the University of Illinois to get more insight on the cicadas, where to find them, how to contribute to their research, where to celebrate this momentous occasion, and much more!

• Blog - It's Time to Boneyard

  Each spring, we get a big reminder of how vibrant and talented our arts community is in the greater Champaign-Urbana area thanks to the Boneyard Arts Festival. An event like no other, this festival, happening April 14–16, takes place across over 70 venues countywide, showcasing hundreds of...plan!

• Blog - Art is Alive Again

  After a long, challenging year, we’re excited to once again celebrate our local arts scene during the Boneyard Arts Festival, hosted by 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council. This annual event, typically held over the University of Illinois Mom’s Weekend in April, was rescheduled f...most.

• Blog - Firework Displays, Parades and More in the Champai

  Our region comes alive around the 4th of July with parades, family-friendly festivities, and spectacular fireworks displays. Whether you’re looking for small-town charm or big community events, here’s where to catch the best celebrations in the Champaign-Urbana area.

• Blog - Lunar New Year Celebrations at UIUC and Beyond

  We sat down with Dr. Sang Lee, Assistant Director of the Asian American Cultural Center (AACC) at the University of Illinois, to get more insight on this important holiday, what it looks like throughout UIUC campus, and what events to look out for during the Lunar New Year festivities.

• Blog - Hot Spots to Get Your Art & Music Fix

  Arts & culture are the foundation of the greater Champaign-Urbana area. At every turn, you’ll find public art sculptures, murals, live music, and local art. Spring and summer are the ideal times to get out and enjoy this vibrant scene, with options to explore both indoor and outdoor spaces...isit.

• Blog - Seven Self-Guided Tours to Explore in Champaign-Ur

  Whether you’re an art lover, a history buff, film lover, or want to learn more about the Champaign-Urbana area, here are seven self-guided tours you can participate in to get your discovery fix.

• Blog - Art Spaces, Galleries, & More in the Champaign-Urb

  Our community is built on a passion for arts & culture. From public art in our parks and urban districts to dedicated gallery spaces, you'll be inspired every day with these brilliant locations.