| Second Saturday |
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Shop, Eat and Play - Morning, Noon and Night!
Join us in keeping that vibe of "socialized shopping and playing" going all day in downtown Urbana. Check out retail sidewalk sales in Lincoln Square Mall and on the streets of Main, Race and Broadway.
Bring the entire family out and let the kids shop while you parents get a little break and experience the fun, fresh atmosphere that Second Saturday will provide.
Saturday, May 9th
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Downtown Urbana
Main, Race, Broadway & Lincoln Square Village |
| An Evening of Country Dancing |
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Experience the history, artistry and enjoyment of contra dancing!
 Urbana Country Dancers have evenings of American contra, square and round dances with live, upbeat stringband music at every meeting. Dancers of every age and ability are welcome at regular dances at the Phillips Recreation Center in Urbana. No partners or experience required. Wear cool comfortable clothes and clean soft-soled shoes.
For more information, call the country dancers hotline at (217) 359-8225 or www.prairienet.org/contra.
Friday, May 8th
8:00 - 11:00 pm
Phillips Recreation Center
All ages, $5.00 at the door |
| Vegetable Plant Sale |
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A gardener's dream weekend!
Common Ground Food Co-op is having a vegetable plant sale on their porch to synergize with Second Saturday. Organic tomatoes, vegetables, herbs, and more!
All proceeds benefit Common Ground's Food for All Discount and Equity Scholarship Programs! Prairie Friends and the Herb Society are also having their annual plant sales inside on the same day at Lincoln Square.
For more information, visit:
Saturday, May 9th
7:00 - 11:00 am
Common Ground Food Co-op |
| Twin Cities Twosome |
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A great morning of running and walking!
 At the 17th annual Twin Cities Twosome in 2008, Human Kinetics was able to contribute a record $12,000 to the three benefitting charities: A Woman's Fund, The Crisis Nursery, and the T.I.M.E.S. Center. Fun race categories include wife-husband, parent-child, corporate, and more!
Race distances include:
Twosome 10K Run: Each person runs 5K
Twosome 5K Walk: Each person walks 2.5K
Open 5K Walk
For more information, visit: www.twincitiestwosome.com/
Saturday, May 9th
9:00 am
Crystal Lake Park, Urbana |
| Introduction to Palmistry |
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Palm Readings With Sioux Bolen
Sioux Bowlen has been reading palms since she was four years old. Over the years she has read many people's palms in Illinois, Indiana and surrounding areas. She is an incredible lady who is extremely compassionate as well as amazingly knowledgeable.
If you have ever wanted to learn about how your life story can be read in your hands, this is an opportunity you will want to seize!
Saturday, May 9th
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Beads N Botanicals
117 North Broadway, Urbana
$25.00 per person |
| Parking Lot Party |
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Bring a lawn chair and join in on the fun!
Come out and enjoy the good cheer and friendly atmosphere that makes Bunny's the best kept secret in downtown Urbana at a Parking Lot Party.
Ryan Ideas and the Feuding Hillbillys is the featured band for your entertainment at absolutely no cover charge. Good food, good times, everyday!
Saturday, May 9th
7:00 pm
Bunny's Tavern
119 West Water Street, Urbana |
| Wil Maring Concert |
"Their music leaves audiences spellbound long after the show is over!"
The Urbana Champaign Independent Media Center is proud to present nationally acclaimed performers Wil Maring and Robert Bowlin with special guests CU's own Corn Desert Ramblers in concert.
Tickets are $12 in advance $15 at the door. Advanced tickets are on sale now and available by calling (217) 493-4654.
Please visit Wil's website at www.wilmaring.com for much more information.
Saturday May 9th
7:00 pm
Urbana Champaign Independent Media Center
202 South Broadway, Urbana, IL |
| Mother's Day Brunch |
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Scrumptious brunch buffet at Silvercreek
Bring your mother out to a spectacular selection of famous brunch items, including pastries and cakes made in-house by the pastry chef, Dorris. The greenhouse will be open and there will be two separate lines to speed up serving time.
All spring-time floral arrangements were provided by Fleurish, adding that special touch for Mother's Day dining. Parking is free and abundant as always. You do not have to be a mother to come out and enjoy this wonderful Sunday morning experience!
Sunday, May 10th
10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Silvercreek
402 North Race Street, Urbana |
| Dump and Run |
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"When in doubt, don't throw it out!"
The YMCA is especially looking for good household furniture, as it remains the hottest ticket item at the sale each fall. The Y does NOT accept: individual computer monitors, sleeper sofas, large appliances (stoves, washers, and dryers), non-working electronics, tires, non-working computers or parts, holiday decorations, video and audio cassettes, large exercise equipment, or mattresses.
If you need items picked up, we will be doing pick-ups the week of May 11-16. Please call Erika at (217) 337-1500 to schedule a pick-up.
Begins Monday, May 11th
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
University YMCA
1001 South Wright Street, Urbana |
| Spring Network Fling |
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Discover Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Center at the UBA Spring Networking Fling! Enjoy fresh bruschetta, a selection of gourmet cheeses and more from our fabulous new menu! Bring your business cards to share and enter to win door prizes!
Wednesday, May 13th
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Center
1905 North Cunningham Avenue, Urbana | |
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Friday Night Pizza at Mirabelle
124 W. Main St.,
Urbana
6:30 to 9:00 p.m. (or until sold out) each Friday
Pizzas can be pre-ordered at (217) 202-1919. Traditional toppings are available plus a specialty pizza cut for slices or order each night. The pizzas are freshly made including the hand tossed dough and Matthew Kitzmiller's very own sauce.
Whole pizzas start at $12.00 and can be picked up or seating is available outside with sidewalk tables and chairs (weather permitting). |
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Market at the Square
Corner of Illinois & Vine St.
Urbana
Last week's Market was a slam-dunk - the weather was wonderful, everyone was out and about, and the food was plentiful. This week's Market is looking much the same, with the forecast calling for partly cloudy skies and highs in the high 60s, and loads of fresh produce in every aisle.
Here's the list:
salad mix and lettuces
asparagus
radishes
chard
kale
rhubarb
fresh herbs
bok choi
strawberries (arrive very early)
certified organic vegetable starts
There will also be goat cheese, lots of meat and eggs, plenty of baked goods (including Stewart Pequignot, whose bagels, breads, and granola bars were often asked-about last week), flowers, plants, art and crafts (local batik artist Jill Miller will be putting in an appearance this week, among others), prepared foods, coffee, etc. |
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Mother's Day Sale
at Klose Knit
311 W. Springfield, Ave
Urbana
ONLY ON SATURDAY
May 9th
ALL YARNS 15 % OFF!
Treat yourself (or have somebody treat you) for Mother's Day. Gift certificates are available!
Come in and have a look at the new line of cotton and rayon yarn: BLUE HERON. There is even a model knitted up for you. It is gorgeous and just right for summer knitting.
There is also lots of cotton from various brands (Rowan Denim, Cotton Glace, Recycled cotton etc.) and Organic Malabrigo as well as a well stocked sale shelf with various yarns
20 % - 40 % off. | |
