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Krannert Uncorked with Poet Laureate Will Reger

Submitted by BridgetB on January 14, 2020 - 4:33pm
Date: 
January 23, 2020 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Krannert UncorkedAt Krannert Uncorked, Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, and try a new wine.

The City of Urbana’s Arts and Culture Program and Krannert Center for the Performing Arts welcomes Urbana’s inaugural Poet Laureate Will Reger to celebrate the release of his new poetry book Petroglyphs. The event will include live music, a welcome by Urbana Mayor Diane Wolfe Marlin, an introduction by Urbana Arts and Culture Coordinator Rachel Storm, and remarks and poetry reading by Will Reger.

Young Artist's Studio

Submitted by BridgetB on January 14, 2020 - 4:25pm
Date: 
January 19, 2020 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Young Artist's Studio

Come explore the arts! Join us for the next installment of our Young Artist’s Studio with local artist Gina Johnson for a chance to paint a canvas in conjunction with the Paint Your Goodthingz exhibit in the first floor display case of the Urbana Free Library. Youth participants will have all materials supplied to them. Roll up those sleeves and get ready to paint a picture of the things that give you joy.

Young Artist's Studio is a series of art workshops sponsored by The Urbana Free Library and The Urbana Arts & Culture Program designed to offer youth an opportunity to explore the arts. All events in the series are free and open to the public.

For children ages 5 to 11 (7 and under with a caregiver)

What to do in Heavy Rain

Submitted by BridgetB on January 8, 2020 - 5:02pm

Heavy RainWhenever there is the possibility for heavy rains you need to be prepared. Prepare your part of the City by clearing your nearby storm drain. It can make a huge difference in how your area processes heavy rainfall by possible preventing basement flooding and helping streets to stay clear.  

"We need your help! If you notice a storm sewer grate in your neighborhood that is clogged with leaves or trash, use a rake or other tool to clear the debris to a spot behind the curb or in the parkway next to the street. Let’s keep the water moving off the streets and into the storm sewers. As always, you can contact the Public Works Department at 217-384-2342 if you notice any severe stormwater related issues," Justin Swinford, Civil Engineer for the City of Urbana said. 

Boneyard Creek Community Day -- POSTPONED!!

Submitted by BethR on January 6, 2020 - 4:13pm
Date: 
April 18, 2020 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

 ** We have been closely following the Center for Disease Control guidelines on the Coronavirus (COVID-19). To continue to be proactive toward our community’s health, we have decided to postpone this years Boneyard Creek Community Day. Updates will be issued if the event can be rescheduled. **

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