The Champaign-Urbana community is invited to take part in a unique event featuring the music of Soviet Jews during World War II. The free event will take place virtually online on Thursday, July 2 at 7:30 pm. Registration info is below. In 2018, Yiddish Professor Anna Shternshis and a group of passionate musicians brought back […]
Champaign County Historical Archives Invites Submissions to Chronicle Life During COVID-19
Words, art, songs – even social media posts – are welcomed by the Champaign County Historical Archives to help chronicle life during COVID-19.
Love to Garden? Want to Help? Solidarity Gardens CU Addresses Food Disruption and Insecurity
World War II Program Provides Inspiration for New Effort Wanted: gardeners throughout Champaign-Urbana – from beginners to the most expert. Why: to help alleviate hunger and food insecurity by using our area’s most incredible natural asset: its rich soil, that can grow a bounty of produce this summer that will feed residents in need throughout […]
Krannert Center for Performing Arts Plans Remain Uncertain
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts expects to announce plans concerning its 2020-21 season in late June, according to officials.
New Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Site to Open May 19 in Champaign
Free testing for COVID-19 will be available at a drive-thru site in Champaign.
Illinois Telehealth Program Provides Virtual Medical Support
The state of Illinois and OSF Healthcare have partnered to provide downstate residents with an avenue for medical support without leaving their homes.
Calling All Green Thumbs: the Champaign County Forest Preserve District Needs Your Help
Help wanted: green thumbs – or brown ones. In this case, it doesn’t matter. If you’re looking for a way to get out in nature, with appropriate social distancing, and give back to our community, here’s one way to accomplish all of those goals. Unfortunately for our forest preserves, invasive plant species didn’t the get […]
How to Organize a Family Zoom Call
You may not be able to get together in person in the age of COVID-19 but you can organize a family Zoom call to connect with the whole gang at once.
Friendly Callers Program Seeks Champaign County Seniors
A new initiative in Champaign County aimed at addressing and easing social isolation experienced by older adults has recruited more than 200 volunteers and is ready to launch. The Friendly Callers program was in the process of being rolled out to the Champaign-Urbana community when the Covid-19 crisis unfolded. In light of the social distancing […]
Spreading Positivity: Local Company Aims to Bring Smiles to Nursing Home Residents
A local company aims to brighten the days of Champaign-Urbana area nursing home and senior living community residents – and you can help. Tara Steinert wants “to provide hope, a spark, a smile and share some love while residents are missing their regular interaction with their loved ones.” Her company, Sign Gypsies Champaign, specializes in […]