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Cops on a Roof!

Submitted by BridgetB on May 13, 2019 - 1:00pm
Date: 
May 17, 2019 - 6:00am to 10:00am

Cop on a Roof!The 17th Annual Dunkin’ Cop on Rooftop event will take place on Friday, May 17, 2019.

During this fundraiser, hundreds of local law enforcement officers will stake out Dunkin’ rooftops to heighten awareness and raise money for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois. This includes the Urbana Police Department! Come join us this Friday from 6am to 10am at Dunkin', 404 W. University. Anyone that makes a donation will receive a coupon for a free donut. We will also have merchandise for sale. We will see you there! #coponarooftop #UrbanaIL

Think Urbana Neighborhood Tour at Stone Creek

Submitted by BridgetB on May 6, 2019 - 4:17pm
Date: 
May 16, 2019 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm

Think Urbana Stone Creek TourFree and open to the public.

Join the Atkins Group, City of Urbana, and Urbana Business Association for a tour of the Stone Creek neighborhood.

Come learn all about this Think Urbana eligible neighborhood. Golf cart tour will begin at 3:30 leaving from Attie’s Bar and Grill. Drinks and snacks to follow.

Stone Creek covers 500 acres and surrounds a championship 18-hole golf course. The neighborhood includes convenient shopping at the Pines, spacious streetscapes, and miles of walking, jogging and biking paths.

Think Urbana lowers the cost of new residential construction. Participants in the program can save 55% off property taxes on their new house in Urbana during the first five years and pay no sales tax on construction materials.

Downtown Get Down 2019

Submitted by BridgetB on May 6, 2019 - 10:55am
Date: 
May 25, 2019 - 5:00pm

Urbana's Downtown Get Down!Coming summer 2019!  
The City of Urbana Public Arts Program, Urbana Park District, 40 North 88 West Champaign County Arts Council, The Urbana Free Library, and the Urbana Business Association are proud to present the Downtown Get Down, a downtown events series that will take place on the 4th Saturday of the month May-August on Main Street in the heart of Downtown Urbana! The Downtown Get Down features live concerts, DJs, an artist’s street market, kids zone, teen maker lab, inflatables, games, live arts demos, performances, specials in the downtown businesses and so much more! 

Urbana's Market at the Square

Submitted by BridgetB on May 3, 2019 - 5:09pm

Market UrbanaThe Market at the Square is running this year from May 4, 2019 until October 26, 2019!!

Urbana’s Market at the Square is celebrating its 40th year, and has been a mainstay of our community’s Saturday morning activities since 1979, and is home to over 150 vendors selling Illinois-grown produce, plants and flowers, farm products such as meat, cheeses, eggs, honey, Illinois wine, and fresh baked goods. There is also a wide variety of handmade local art & crafts for sale and numerous foods trucks producing a variety of menu items sure to satisfy any palate.

Local Business Week

Submitted by BridgetB on April 29, 2019 - 3:30pm
Date: 
May 5, 2019 - 12:01am to May 11, 2019 - 11:59pm

Urbana Downtown Small Business WeekAbout National Small Business Week

For more than 50 years, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the critical contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners.

More than half of Americans either own or work for a small business, and they create about two out of every three new jobs in the U.S. each year. As part of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration takes the opportunity to highlight the impact of outstanding entrepreneurs, small business owners, and others from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Every day, they’re working to grow small businesses, create 21st century jobs, drive innovation, and increase America’s global competitiveness.

May is CU Bike Month

Submitted by BridgetB on April 29, 2019 - 2:31pm
Date: 
May 31, 2019 - 12:00pm

CU Bike MonthMAY IS NATIONAL BIKE MONTH

Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to giving biking a try. The Champaign-Urbana community will be celebrating its tenth annual Bike Month in May 2019. Special events for bicyclists will occur throughout the month. Whether you are a keen bicyclist, or are interested to start your first biking tour, it is a great opportunity to explore our community on bikes and meet people sharing the same passion. We hope you can join us this year and enjoy your biking!

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS YEAR'S BIKE MONTH

20 Percent Off Premium Shredded or Chipped Mulch at LRC

Submitted by admin on April 26, 2019 - 2:39pm
Date: 
May 1, 2019 - 8:00am to May 31, 2019 - 4:00pm

Spring Hours: Monday - Saturday 8:00am – 4:00pm

Regular price $25/cubic yard; SALE $20/cubic yard

  • Made on-site from local land debris
  • More economical and ecofriendly than bagged material
  • Helps retain moisture and provides a cool environment for plants
  • Increases soil health by improving soil structure and allowing for better irrigation and air movement
  • Easy to plant through, work into soil and will stay in place even on inclines

Please bring your own vehicle/containers/bags for pick-up at our site.

Delivery also available.

Note: First-time customers are encouraged to visit our site to learn about our products prior to purchase.

Illinois Marathon Course Information

Submitted by BridgetB on April 26, 2019 - 9:45am
Date: 
April 26, 2019 - 7:00pm to April 27, 2019 - 3:00pm

Illinois MarathonAll races start and end at the University of Illinois campus!

Start near the State Farm Center, run through crowd-filled neighborhoods and tree-lined parks, and finish on the 50-yard line of historic Memorial Stadium. No matter the race, the vibe is wonderful! Go here to see various maps of the many different races, course routes; mile markers; hydration, gel, and medical stations; shelters; relay exchange zones; and maps to help residents and onlookers get around town. They include:

Community Development

Submitted by BridgetB on April 18, 2019 - 1:45pm
Date: 
April 22, 2019 - 12:00am to April 26, 2019 - 12:00pm

Nat. CD WeekUrbana Community Development Week

The City of Urbana Community Development department is an important part of the City! They do it all! Happy National Community Development Week to our staff in CD!

Their goal and mission is to maintain and improve the quality of life for Urbana citizens by providing programs of economic development, housing, planning, zoning enforcement, and building safety code enforcement.

Major Activities of the Community Development Department:

Earth Day 2019

Submitted by BridgetB on April 18, 2019 - 12:39pm
Date: 
April 22, 2019 - 12:01am

Earth Day ActivitiesCelebrate Earth Day

Environmental Quad Day This Earth Day, the Illinois Student Government is hosting a carnival themed Environmental Quad Day to bring together all the RSOs working towards sustainability and environmental protection on campus. Join us on the quad for Green RSOs, refreshments, raffles, and games! Learn More >>> 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Main Quad (W. Green St., Urbana)