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A Quest for Mother Earth
Noontide Trilogy: Classical & Native American Music 
Noontide Trilogy Tickets are available at the UBA (111 W. Main St.)! 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.
Friday & Saturday, July 9 & 10
7:30 pm
Sunday, July 11
3:30 pm
Foellinger Auditorium
(South end of the University of Illinois quadrangle)
709 S. Matthews Ave.
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Super Summer Skillshares!
"We are all teachers. We are all students."
 The UCIMC is all about sharing time and talents in a world where anyone can be a teacher or a student! Attend the Super Summer Skillshare for free, and learn practical skills in creativity, sustainability and more. Topics include "Formulating your aesthetic agenda," "Help! My Computer Is Broken!" - among others!
For details, click here!
Saturday, July 10
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Independent Media Center
202 S. Broadway |
Pirate Party at Heartland Gallery
Heartland Gallery welcomes author of "Hook & Jill"
 Dress up in your favorite pirate garb and come to Heartland Gallery for "Hook & Jill," a free event featuring readings from an award-winning novel by local author Andrea Jones! The story continues J.M Barrie's beloved classic "Peter Pan." The event will also include music, rum cake and punch and an author book signing.
For details, call (217) 337-4767.
Saturday, July 10
12:00 noon to 1:30 pm
Heartland Gallery
112 W. Main Street
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Urbana Pops Plays Broadway
See the Cast of "Once Upon a Mattress"
 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
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Kilborn Alley Blues Band at Po' BoysMusic, Food, Drinks & Fun!
Hear the Kilborn Alley Blues Band play at Po' Boys during this perfect opportunity to enjoy food and drinks while listening to a great blues band perform! Join the fun for just $4 on Sunday. Drop by today for a tasty lunch or dinner or a refreshing drink!
For details, click here!
Sunday, July 11
6:00 to 10:00 pm
Po' Boys BBQ & Pizza
1901 South High Cross Road |
Passionate about Publishing?
Library Hosts "Cut, Paste, Imagine & Create"
 Whether you've got a story to tell, a poem to publish, a graphic novel or original art, you can learn how to self-publish it by making your own 'zine! Learn the basics and finish your first issue during this five-day workshop. Bring a friend! Snacks will be provided.
Monday through Friday, July 12 to 16
3:30 to 5:00 pm
Urbana Free Library
Lewis Auditorium
210 West Green Street |
Huge Sale at Furniture Lounge!
Get Storewide Discounts this Week!
 Furniture Lounge Consignment Gallery, which specializes in 20th century furniture and decorative arts, is having a big sale featuring discounts of 10% to 50% off throughout the entire store. Stop by for some fantastic deals!
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Join Neighbors for Music and Fun
Summertime Concerts Continue through July!
 The Neighborhood Nights series features a wide variety of free activities and entertainment right in your own backyard. Join the fun on July 14 at Wheatfield Park for music by Blues Deacons! Bring blankets and lawn chairs and watch entertainment featuring some of the most talented local music acts. On rainy days, shows are rescheduled for the following night.
For more information, click here!
Wednesdays, through July 28
6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Check online listings for locations.
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Creole Dance Music at Research Park
Musicians bring Sounds from the South
 Southern Louisiana is home to its own brand of accordion-fueled, soulfully percussive, Creole-blooded dance music known as zydeco. Nathan Williams and the Zydeco Cha-Chas will celebrate these traditions of the Deep South with a fresh, fun sound during this free concert organized by Krannert Center and Fox/Atkins Development LLC! Parking is in the lot south of the Caterpillar and SAIC building at 1901 South First Street. For details, visit www.krannertcenter.com.
Friday, July 16
7:30 pm (opening act at 6:15 pm)
Research Park
(southwest of Assembly Hall)
1816 South Oak Street, Champaign
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Computers for Low-Income Residents
Charitable Effort Invites Community Contributions
Financial donations are needed to support an effort to provide computers and other equipment to those in need. With help from the The Fortress of Anu Foundation, machines are recycled back to life and donated to low-income households, the elderly, non-profits, students and churches.
Fortress of Anu Foundation
Donate today!
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Ongoing Events: |
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 |
One Simple Act:
Expand Your Reach!
Increase newsletter readership and expand your reach with this month's One Simple Act, brought to you by do good Consulting!
Expanding your reach by constantly adding new contacts to your database and email lists.
List management is an organization-wide job. July's One Simple Act asks you to think of five people you know that would be interested in learning more about your organization. Contact each with a short note about the group and ask permission to have their names added to the group's mailing or email list. In doing so, you help increase visibility and invite involvement! |
Learn about changes in credit card regulation, entrepreneurship and investing during a free financial literacy conference for women! The event will include a talk by Alice Wood of Wealth Watchers International. Smart Women Smart Money conferences, now in their tenth year, present a unique opportunity for women to learn about financial issues, network and showcase businesses and organizations.
Pre-registration is required. Sign up here!
Thursday, September 16
8:45 am to 1:30 pm
Doubletree Hotel and Conference Center
10 Brickyard Lane, Bloomington |
35th Urbana Sweetcorn Festival Presenting
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