The City of Urbana has launched a new digital Downtown Urbana Historic District Walking Tour, encouraging participants to enjoy Urbana’s past and think about Urbana’s future.
Lifelong Learning
Senior Illinoisians Hall of Fame Nominations Sought
Know of an outstanding Champaign-Urbana Illinois senior? Nominations are now being sought for the Senior Illinoisians Hall of Fame inductee Class of 2021. The Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame was initiated by the General Assembly in 1994 to commemorate the achievements and contributions of citizens age 65 or older. Inductees are selected through a statewide nomination […]
Getting the Itch to Garden? Don’t Miss “Gardening is in the Air” Jan. 30 and Feb. 6
Gardening in the Air is a virtual 18-session series about winter gardening activities, wildlife, food and nutrition, design, vegetables, fruits and herbs, and houseplants.
Preserving Your Family Heirlooms: Free Online Workshop, Jan. 28
A free, virtual workshop that will introduce attendees to the importance of preserving fragile family books, papers, and photographs.
Champaign-Urbana Area Museums Open with New COVID-19 Protocols
The coronavirus pandemic shuttered some of Champaign-Urbana’s museums for a bit, but most are accepting in-person visitors now and at least one has special hours devoted to seniors.
Free University of Illinois Course Offers Better Understanding of Pandemic
Numerous topics about the pandemic will be covered in a weekly online course through Dec. 13.
OLLI Membership Open for 2020 Fall Online Courses
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Illinois is accepting memberships for its 2020 fall classes, all of which will be conducted via Zoom because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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.
Champaign-Urbana Jewish Film Festival Returns in 2020 with New Location
Four films will be shown, two in February and two in March, as part of the Champaign-Urbana Jewish Film Festival. All movies are free.
Technology Resources for Champaign-Urbana Seniors
Technology can be intimidating but many Champaign-Urbana organizations offer help.