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150 Years of Local Heroes
Champaign County Freedom Celebration - July 4! 
A celebration of American heritage will take place on July 4! Join the activities for a Youth Run & 5K Race-Walk (at Fourth Street between Kirby and St. Mary's), a parade (beginning near First and Florida) as well as evening entertainment and fireworks at Dodds Park. Volunteers and donations are welcome!
Sunday, July 4
10:30 am Youth Run
11:05 am 5K Race-Walk
1:05 pm Parade
9:15 pm Fireworks
Dodd's Park
Champaign, IL
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Steel Band Delivers Unconventional Beats
 This steel band carries on a tradition of University of Illinois
students, exploring new styles and compositions. Focusing on local acts, the Iron Post regularly features talent ranging from blues to
jazz, and pop rock to solo acts!
For more information, click here!
Thursday, July 1
7:00pm - 10:00pm
The Iron Post
120 S. Race St.
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Silvercreek's Return of the Silver Salad
Dish Brought Back due to Popular Demand!
 In January, Silvercreek revamped its lunch menu and in the process took the Silver Salad off of the menu. Since then, customers have begged for its return! Well folks, it's back! Check out Silvercreek's new lunch menu, now featuring more burgers, sandwiches and entrees!
Silvercreek
402 N. Race Street
Lunch: 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Saturday
Brunch: 10:00 am to 2:30 pm, Sunday
Dinner: 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Monday - Thursday
5:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Friday - Saturday
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A Quest for Mother Earth
Noontide Trilogy: Classical & Native American Music
 Tickets are now available at the Urbana Business Association's office (111 W. Main St.) for the Noontide Trilogy show! Hear the essence of classical pieces and Native American music in a story about the "Age of Aquarius" and one orphan who ventures on a quest for Mother Earth. Upcoming performances happen July 2, 3, 4 and 9.
For all dates and times, click here!
Friday, July 2 & 3
7:30 p.m.
Foellinger Auditorium
South end of the University of Illinois quadrangle
709 S. Matthews Ave.
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Taste the Best of Wines at the Pines
Before You Buy, Make Sure to Try - Every Friday!
Join Wines at the Pines weekly for Friday night wine tastings of special wine menus
designed for those who want more in-depth knowledge. It's a great way to try
before you buy!
For more information, click here!
Friday, July 2
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wines at the Pines
2860 S. Philo Rd., Suite L
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Electric Archtop Jazz Guitar
Free Music by Jazz Guitar Duo
 Jazz Guitar Duo, featuring Tim Burns on guitar and Karim Yengsep on bass, will be part
of the summer live entertainment lineup at V. Picasso, a wonderful
spot in the heart of downtown Urbana! Enjoy a beautiful sonic texture
of electric archtop jazz guitar and acoustic double bass.
Saturday, July 3
6:30pm - 8:30pm
V. Picasso
214 W. Main Street
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Ug, The Caveman Musical!
A Look Through the Eyes of Prehistoric Cave People
Written by Jim Geoghan and directed by David Barkley, Ug takes a
hilarious look at a caveman's invention of theater. This look at the
acting game through the eyes of prehistoric cave people will leave
audiences wanting more.
For dates and times, click here!
Through July 17
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Cost: $8-$15
The Station Theatre
223 N. Broadway Ave.
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Help Provide Books to Inmates
Join UC Books to Prisoners Effort this Week!
 Join a community effort to provide books to Illinois inmates at no cost! There are a number of easy ways
to get involved! Interact with inmates by reading their letters, select books from a collection of donated materials or help ship books to
the inmates.
For more information, click here!
Every Saturday
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Thursdays from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center
202 S. Broadway Ave.
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Answers from a Past Life
Discover Past Life Regression at Beads N Botanicals
Ever get the feeling you've been here before, or wonder where your fears originate? Find out with a hypnotherapist from 4:00 to 5:30 pm on Saturday, July 10! Plus, special foot massages and Reiki Energy Healing Sessions are available by appointment or walk-in on Wednesday, July 7, from 12:00 to 5:00 pm.
For more information, click here!
Pre-register by Wednesday, July 7
Pre-registration costs $20; $25 thereafter
Beads N Botanicals
117 N. Broadway Ave.
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Uncorked with Ecclectic Soul R&B
Plus Free Samples from Corkscrew Wine Emporium
 Today's free Krannert Uncorked performance will bring the spotlight to The Prairie Dogs bluegrass band in the lobby at 5:00 pm! Next week, Ecclectic Soul will bring R&B to the lobby for this late-afternoon celebration. Stop on by!
For more information, click here!
Thursday, July 8
5:00 pm
Lobby
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
500 South Goodwin Avenue
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Variety of Vendors at Farmers Market
Market at the Square Features Fresh Produce
Support
local growers, buy locally-raised foods and treasure-hunt among arts
and craft vendors. Catch up with friends and take in a set from local
performers, or just enjoy a public atmosphere!
It's a great way to kick off your Saturday.
Every Saturday morning, rain or shine
Through November 6
7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Corner of Illinois & Vine Streets in Downtown Urbana |
The Ultimate Summer Saturday!
Socialize, shop and play all day long!
You can get so much done on Saturdays in downtown Urbana!
9:00 am to 12:00 pm - Kids can get all-you-can-ride wristbands for inflatable rides at a cost of just $5!
7:00 am to 12:00 pm - Go to Market at the Square and pick up groceries and check out artworks and antiques at the Market Gallery
10:00 am - 9:00 pm - Grab lunch at restaurants and cafes! Get something special for someone/yourself, and check the salon!
9:00 am - 6:00 pm - Check out a book at the Urbana Free Library
6:00 pm - 2:00 am - Come back for dinner and live entertainment!
Saturday
Celebrate All Day
In Downtown Urbana |
Enjoy Lunch with UBA's Cherry Jam!
UBA's Summertime Lunch Series
Step 1. Grab lunch at a downtown Urbana restaurant!
Every Wednesday, June through September
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Cherry Alley
Next to the Urbana Free Library |
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111 West Main Street
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 344-3872
Susan Toalson
Katie Hansen
Special Events Coordinator
Kevin Bernhard
Accountant
kevin@urbanabusiness.com
Cody Stunkard
Intern/Cherry Jam Assistant
intern@urbanabusiness.com
Kelly Garrison
Marketing Intern
kelly@urbanabusiness.com |
2010 UBA Board Members
PresidentChris Harlan Vice PresidentStephanie Bond TreasurerJennifer Rybicki SecretaryTom Carrino MembersJoe Duchene Wade Franklin Pamela Franks Ted Jeurrisen Jan Kijowski Brian McKay
Amanda McWilliams Dan Manolakes Leah Pettit Becky Weber Paul Wirth |
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Urbana Pops Plays Broadway
Urbana Pops Orchestra will host a free, hour-long concert at Lincoln Square on Saturday, July 10! The event will feature Tamra Gingold, April Cleveland, and
the cast of "Once Upon a Mattress." It will be fun for the whole family!
Visit www.urbanapops.org for details!
Saturday, July 10
12:00 noon
High Court
Lincoln Square, Urbana |
35th Urbana Sweetcorn Festival Presenting
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