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SUMMARY:Sensory Swim
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy family fun and sensory-friendly swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center! Sholem has various special sensory considerations and a water wheelchair. Please bring extra money for concessions
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/sensory-swim/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:Sholem Aquatic Center\, 2307 Sangamon Drive\, Champaign\, IL\, 61821\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ryan Hays":MAILTO:ryan.hays@champaignparks.org
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SUMMARY:ART IN THE PARKS | Plein Air - Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:Discover the joy of painting outdoors for FREE! Learn to create simple and colorful watercolor paintings based on the nature you see before you. Materials provided. \n\n\n\nJuly 10 | Porter Park Shelter \n\n\n\nAugust 7 | Hessel Park Pavillion
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/art-in-the-parks-plein-air-watercolor-2/
LOCATION:Robert C. Porter Family Park\, 2310 S Rising Rd\, Champaign\, IL\, 61822\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Olden":MAILTO:Michelle.Olden@champaignparks.org
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SUMMARY:Champaign-Urbana Days (CU Days)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Champaign-Urbana Days\, a cherished 30+ year tradition that allows our community to come together to honor our shared heritage and culture. \n\n\n\nThis three-day event offers an amazing variety of activities\, such as live music\, local cuisine\, and a marketplace featuring community and merchandise vendors offering free back-to-school supplies. Kids can have a blast with face painting\, caricatures\, balloon animals\, and a variety of other exciting activities all day long. \n\n\n\nBasketball fans can watch the CU All Stars tournament unfold on the court. \n\n\n\n*PLEASE\, NO PETS ALLOWED WITH EXCEPTION TO SERVICE ANIMALS \n\n\n\n\nChampaign-Urbana Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER\n\n\n\nBe a Part of the CU Days Magic – Volunteer With Us!CU Days 2025 is happening August 8–10 at Douglass Park\, and we’re looking for fun\, friendly\, and reliable volunteers to help us bring this amazing weekend to life! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re great with kids\, enjoy keeping things organized\, or want to help keep everything running smoothly—we’ve got a role for you. Volunteering is a great way to meet people\, earn hours\, and be part of one of Champaign-Urbana’s biggest summer traditions. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for help with: \n\n\n\n\nKids’ Activities\n\n\n\nVendor Support\n\n\n\nTraffic Assistance\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBring your energy\, bring your friends\, and help make CU Days 2025 unforgettable. \n\n\n\nAll volunteers should check in at the Champaign Park District Info Tent when they arrive. \n\n\n\n\nVolunteer at CU Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEW! | Shuttle Service\n\n\n\nWe will be offering a shuttle service ONLY on Saturday\, Aug 9 from the Martens Center parking lot to Douglass Park starting at 11am and will run every 30 minutes until the event ending at 7pm. \n\n\n\nPickup will be on Fifth Street outside of the Douglass Annex. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\n\n\n\n5:00-5:15pm: Introduction of Hosts (Lady Lynn of WEFT 90.1 FM/WLTJ Total Inspiration Radio & Lyle Shumpert of 106.9 FM Chicago) \n\n\n\n5:15-5:30pm: Macedonia Baptist Church Praise Dancers \n\n\n\n5:30pm-5:40 pm: Shannetta Jenkins \n\n\n\n5:45-6:00pm: Pastor John Porter \n\n\n\n6:00-6:15pm: Bobbie Hutchins\, Still Unbroken Mime Ministries (Chicago\, IL) \n\n\n\n6:15-6:30pm: Steve Davis & Spirit \n\n\n\n6:45-7:00pm: Darius “D-ROC” Jackson\, St Louis\, Missouri \n\n\n\n7:00-7:20pm: National Recording Artist Laquisha Burries-Finn \n\n\n\n7:25-7:55pm: Ryan Napier & Co (Springfield\, Illinois)  \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\n\n\n\n11:00am-12:30pm: School Supply Drive with Unit 4 and 116 in the Douglass Annex   \n\n\n\n11:00-11:30am: National Recording Artist “Appointed” (Atlanta\, Georgia) \n\n\n\n11:30am-12:00pm: National Recording Artist BJ McKenzie (Chicago\, Illinois) \n\n\n\n12:00- 1pm: Local Dance Groups & DJ   \n\n\n\n1:15-2:15pm: Ryan Byfield & Nuclei   \n\n\n\n2:15-3pm: DJ Fireproof   \n\n\n\n3-5pm: Style Show \n\n\n\n5-5:45pm: DJ Fireproof  \n\n\n\n5:45-7pm: Mico Wave  \n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\n\n\n\n1-3pm: Inflatables \n\n\n\n3-6pm: Ther’Up.Y \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Vendors\n\n\n\nSaturday (11-5pm)\n\n\n\n\nFace Painting\n\n\n\nBalloon Animals\n\n\n\nCaricatures (Dan Wilde)\n\n\n\nBubbles\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Vendors\n\n\n\nStango’s   \n\n\n\nBurrito King (Friday & Saturday)   \n\n\n\nBennetts (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday) \n\n\n\nJurassic Grille (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday) \n\n\n\nThe Main Scoop  \n\n\n\nIce Daddys   \n\n\n\nLeg Lovers Smokehouse (Friday\, Saturday & Sunday) \n\n\n\nDaro Coffee (Friday & Saturday)   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are no longer taking submissions for 2025. We’ll see you at CU Days on August 8 – 10\, 2025! \n\n\nIf you prefer a PDF version of this form\, please click below and submit completed form to CPD Events and Community Engagement Coordinator\, Morgan Pittman at morgan.pittman@champaignparks.org. \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nMail to: \n\n\n\nMorgan Pittman1311 W Church StChampaign\, IL 61821 \n\n\n\n\nCU Days Family Reunion Form Fillable PDF
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/champaign-urbana-days-cu-days/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:Douglass Park\, 501 E Eureka St.\, Champaign\, 61820
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merry Mitchell":MAILTO:merry.mitchell@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1251456;-88.2321185
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SUMMARY:Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a summer of family fun at Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm! Each event will feature a movie centered on a different farm animal\, perfect for animal lovers of all ages. Enjoy exciting animal activities\, concessions\, and plenty of surprises throughout the evening. It’s the perfect way to spend a warm summer night making memories at the farm. Grab your blanket and head to Prairie Farm for an unforgettable night under the stars! \n\n\n\nMovie will begin at dusk. \n\n\n\n\nPRAIRIE FARM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMovies\n\n\n\nMay 30 | A Bug’s Life \n\n\n\nJune 13 | Chicken Little – CANCELLED \n\n\n\nJune 27 | Open Season (2006) – CANCELLED \n\n\n\nJuly 11 | Babe (1995) \n\n\n\nJuly 25 | Home on the Range (2004) \n\n\n\nAugust 8 | Charlotte’s Web (2006) \n\n\n\nSeptember 12 | Chicken Little (RESCHEDULED)
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/moo-vie-nights-at-prairie-farm-2/2025-08-08/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Southlynn-Savage":MAILTO:zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1001537;-88.2836045
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SUMMARY:Registration Begins for Non-Residents of C-U
DESCRIPTION:Fall registration begins for non-residents of Champaign-Urbana! \n\n\n\n\nRegistration Begins Here!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/registration-begins-for-non-residents-of-c-u/
LOCATION:IL
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SUMMARY:Champaign-Urbana Days (CU Days)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Champaign-Urbana Days\, a cherished 30+ year tradition that allows our community to come together to honor our shared heritage and culture. \n\n\n\nThis three-day event offers an amazing variety of activities\, such as live music\, local cuisine\, and a marketplace featuring community and merchandise vendors offering free back-to-school supplies. Kids can have a blast with face painting\, caricatures\, balloon animals\, and a variety of other exciting activities all day long. \n\n\n\nBasketball fans can watch the CU All Stars tournament unfold on the court. \n\n\n\n*PLEASE\, NO PETS ALLOWED WITH EXCEPTION TO SERVICE ANIMALS \n\n\n\n\nChampaign-Urbana Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER\n\n\n\nBe a Part of the CU Days Magic – Volunteer With Us!CU Days 2025 is happening August 8–10 at Douglass Park\, and we’re looking for fun\, friendly\, and reliable volunteers to help us bring this amazing weekend to life! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re great with kids\, enjoy keeping things organized\, or want to help keep everything running smoothly—we’ve got a role for you. Volunteering is a great way to meet people\, earn hours\, and be part of one of Champaign-Urbana’s biggest summer traditions. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for help with: \n\n\n\n\nKids’ Activities\n\n\n\nVendor Support\n\n\n\nTraffic Assistance\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBring your energy\, bring your friends\, and help make CU Days 2025 unforgettable. \n\n\n\nAll volunteers should check in at the Champaign Park District Info Tent when they arrive. \n\n\n\n\nVolunteer at CU Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEW! | Shuttle Service\n\n\n\nWe will be offering a shuttle service ONLY on Saturday\, Aug 9 from the Martens Center parking lot to Douglass Park starting at 11am and will run every 30 minutes until the event ending at 7pm. \n\n\n\nPickup will be on Fifth Street outside of the Douglass Annex. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\n\n\n\n5:00-5:15pm: Introduction of Hosts (Lady Lynn of WEFT 90.1 FM/WLTJ Total Inspiration Radio & Lyle Shumpert of 106.9 FM Chicago) \n\n\n\n5:15-5:30pm: Macedonia Baptist Church Praise Dancers \n\n\n\n5:30pm-5:40 pm: Shannetta Jenkins \n\n\n\n5:45-6:00pm: Pastor John Porter \n\n\n\n6:00-6:15pm: Bobbie Hutchins\, Still Unbroken Mime Ministries (Chicago\, IL) \n\n\n\n6:15-6:30pm: Steve Davis & Spirit \n\n\n\n6:45-7:00pm: Darius “D-ROC” Jackson\, St Louis\, Missouri \n\n\n\n7:00-7:20pm: National Recording Artist Laquisha Burries-Finn \n\n\n\n7:25-7:55pm: Ryan Napier & Co (Springfield\, Illinois)  \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\n\n\n\n11:00am-12:30pm: School Supply Drive with Unit 4 and 116 in the Douglass Annex   \n\n\n\n11:00-11:30am: National Recording Artist “Appointed” (Atlanta\, Georgia) \n\n\n\n11:30am-12:00pm: National Recording Artist BJ McKenzie (Chicago\, Illinois) \n\n\n\n12:00- 1pm: Local Dance Groups & DJ   \n\n\n\n1:15-2:15pm: Ryan Byfield & Nuclei   \n\n\n\n2:15-3pm: DJ Fireproof   \n\n\n\n3-5pm: Style Show \n\n\n\n5-5:45pm: DJ Fireproof  \n\n\n\n5:45-7pm: Mico Wave  \n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\n\n\n\n1-3pm: Inflatables \n\n\n\n3-6pm: Ther’Up.Y \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Vendors\n\n\n\nSaturday (11-5pm)\n\n\n\n\nFace Painting\n\n\n\nBalloon Animals\n\n\n\nCaricatures (Dan Wilde)\n\n\n\nBubbles\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Vendors\n\n\n\nStango’s   \n\n\n\nBurrito King (Friday & Saturday)   \n\n\n\nBennetts (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday) \n\n\n\nJurassic Grille (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday) \n\n\n\nThe Main Scoop  \n\n\n\nIce Daddys   \n\n\n\nLeg Lovers Smokehouse (Friday\, Saturday & Sunday) \n\n\n\nDaro Coffee (Friday & Saturday)   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are no longer taking submissions for 2025. We’ll see you at CU Days on August 8 – 10\, 2025! \n\n\nIf you prefer a PDF version of this form\, please click below and submit completed form to CPD Events and Community Engagement Coordinator\, Morgan Pittman at morgan.pittman@champaignparks.org. \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nMail to: \n\n\n\nMorgan Pittman1311 W Church StChampaign\, IL 61821 \n\n\n\n\nCU Days Family Reunion Form Fillable PDF
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/champaign-urbana-days-cu-days/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Douglass Park\, 501 E Eureka St.\, Champaign\, 61820
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merry Mitchell":MAILTO:merry.mitchell@champaignparks.org
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SUMMARY:Monthly Rocket Launches
DESCRIPTION:The Central Illinois Aerospace Model Rocket Club invites you to join us for exhilarating rocket launches twice a month\, all year round! \n\n\n\nTypically scheduled on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays\, our launches offer enthusiasts and spectators alike the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring sight of model rockets taking flight. \n\n\n\nWhile most launches occur at Dodds Park\, we occasionally explore alternate locations for added variety and excitement. \n\n\n\nCome be a part of our thrilling launches and experience the thrill of aerospace exploration! \n\n\n\nFor weather updates\, please check the Central Illinois Aerospace Facebook group. \n\n\n\n\nCentral Illinois Aerospace Facebook Group\n\n\n\n\n\nMonthly Rocket Launches
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/monthly-rocket-launches/2025-08-09/
LOCATION:Dodds Park\, 1501 N Mattis Avenue\, Champaign\, Illinois
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SUMMARY:Champaign-Urbana Days (CU Days)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating Champaign-Urbana Days\, a cherished 30+ year tradition that allows our community to come together to honor our shared heritage and culture. \n\n\n\nThis three-day event offers an amazing variety of activities\, such as live music\, local cuisine\, and a marketplace featuring community and merchandise vendors offering free back-to-school supplies. Kids can have a blast with face painting\, caricatures\, balloon animals\, and a variety of other exciting activities all day long. \n\n\n\nBasketball fans can watch the CU All Stars tournament unfold on the court. \n\n\n\n*PLEASE\, NO PETS ALLOWED WITH EXCEPTION TO SERVICE ANIMALS \n\n\n\n\nChampaign-Urbana Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER\n\n\n\nBe a Part of the CU Days Magic – Volunteer With Us!CU Days 2025 is happening August 8–10 at Douglass Park\, and we’re looking for fun\, friendly\, and reliable volunteers to help us bring this amazing weekend to life! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re great with kids\, enjoy keeping things organized\, or want to help keep everything running smoothly—we’ve got a role for you. Volunteering is a great way to meet people\, earn hours\, and be part of one of Champaign-Urbana’s biggest summer traditions. \n\n\n\nWe’re looking for help with: \n\n\n\n\nKids’ Activities\n\n\n\nVendor Support\n\n\n\nTraffic Assistance\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBring your energy\, bring your friends\, and help make CU Days 2025 unforgettable. \n\n\n\nAll volunteers should check in at the Champaign Park District Info Tent when they arrive. \n\n\n\n\nVolunteer at CU Days\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNEW! | Shuttle Service\n\n\n\nWe will be offering a shuttle service ONLY on Saturday\, Aug 9 from the Martens Center parking lot to Douglass Park starting at 11am and will run every 30 minutes until the event ending at 7pm. \n\n\n\nPickup will be on Fifth Street outside of the Douglass Annex. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\n\n\n\n5:00-5:15pm: Introduction of Hosts (Lady Lynn of WEFT 90.1 FM/WLTJ Total Inspiration Radio & Lyle Shumpert of 106.9 FM Chicago) \n\n\n\n5:15-5:30pm: Macedonia Baptist Church Praise Dancers \n\n\n\n5:30pm-5:40 pm: Shannetta Jenkins \n\n\n\n5:45-6:00pm: Pastor John Porter \n\n\n\n6:00-6:15pm: Bobbie Hutchins\, Still Unbroken Mime Ministries (Chicago\, IL) \n\n\n\n6:15-6:30pm: Steve Davis & Spirit \n\n\n\n6:45-7:00pm: Darius “D-ROC” Jackson\, St Louis\, Missouri \n\n\n\n7:00-7:20pm: National Recording Artist Laquisha Burries-Finn \n\n\n\n7:25-7:55pm: Ryan Napier & Co (Springfield\, Illinois)  \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\n\n\n\n11:00am-12:30pm: School Supply Drive with Unit 4 and 116 in the Douglass Annex   \n\n\n\n11:00-11:30am: National Recording Artist “Appointed” (Atlanta\, Georgia) \n\n\n\n11:30am-12:00pm: National Recording Artist BJ McKenzie (Chicago\, Illinois) \n\n\n\n12:00- 1pm: Local Dance Groups & DJ   \n\n\n\n1:15-2:15pm: Ryan Byfield & Nuclei   \n\n\n\n2:15-3pm: DJ Fireproof   \n\n\n\n3-5pm: Style Show \n\n\n\n5-5:45pm: DJ Fireproof  \n\n\n\n5:45-7pm: Mico Wave  \n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\n\n\n\n1-3pm: Inflatables \n\n\n\n3-6pm: Ther’Up.Y \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntertainment Vendors\n\n\n\nSaturday (11-5pm)\n\n\n\n\nFace Painting\n\n\n\nBalloon Animals\n\n\n\nCaricatures (Dan Wilde)\n\n\n\nBubbles\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Vendors\n\n\n\nStango’s   \n\n\n\nBurrito King (Friday & Saturday)   \n\n\n\nBennetts (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday) \n\n\n\nJurassic Grille (Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday) \n\n\n\nThe Main Scoop  \n\n\n\nIce Daddys   \n\n\n\nLeg Lovers Smokehouse (Friday\, Saturday & Sunday) \n\n\n\nDaro Coffee (Friday & Saturday)   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are no longer taking submissions for 2025. We’ll see you at CU Days on August 8 – 10\, 2025! \n\n\nIf you prefer a PDF version of this form\, please click below and submit completed form to CPD Events and Community Engagement Coordinator\, Morgan Pittman at morgan.pittman@champaignparks.org. \n\n\n\nOR \n\n\n\nMail to: \n\n\n\nMorgan Pittman1311 W Church StChampaign\, IL 61821 \n\n\n\n\nCU Days Family Reunion Form Fillable PDF
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/champaign-urbana-days-cu-days/2025-08-10/
LOCATION:Douglass Park\, 501 E Eureka St.\, Champaign\, 61820
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merry Mitchell":MAILTO:merry.mitchell@champaignparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
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SUMMARY:Monthly Rocket Launches
DESCRIPTION:The Central Illinois Aerospace Model Rocket Club invites you to join us for exhilarating rocket launches twice a month\, all year round! \n\n\n\nTypically scheduled on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays\, our launches offer enthusiasts and spectators alike the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring sight of model rockets taking flight. \n\n\n\nWhile most launches occur at Dodds Park\, we occasionally explore alternate locations for added variety and excitement. \n\n\n\nCome be a part of our thrilling launches and experience the thrill of aerospace exploration! \n\n\n\nFor weather updates\, please check the Central Illinois Aerospace Facebook group. \n\n\n\n\nCentral Illinois Aerospace Facebook Group\n\n\n\n\n\nMonthly Rocket Launches
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/monthly-rocket-launches/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Dodds Park\, 1501 N Mattis Avenue\, Champaign\, Illinois
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T210000
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SUMMARY:THE ILLIAC at Hessel Park
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a free family-friendly evening of music featuring Sinfonia da Camera! \n\n\n\nThis event will host an array of live music\, a variety of food trucks\, and select wines and beers for purchase. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets to fully enjoy the evening under the summer sky. \n\n\n\nVisit https://theilliac.com/ for more information. \n\n\n\nFood Trucks:Smith Burger Co.Stango CuisineKona IceTravelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck of Champaign \n\n\n\nMusic Lineup:Sinfonia da CameraThe Marching IlliniThe Soul SyndicateBandoneon Massacre
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/the-illiac-at-hessel-park/
LOCATION:Hessel Park\, 1400 Grandview Dr\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250827T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250820T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T143232Z
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SUMMARY:Music Meets Developmental Milestones
DESCRIPTION:Join Crisis Nursey for a FREE music class designed to support your child’s developmental milestones! This class combines singing\, dancing & instrument play with sign language to support all areas of child development. \n\n\n\nFor children ages 0-3 years old. \n\n\n\nFor questions or to RSVP\, call the Nursery at 217-337-2730 and ask for Sarah!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/music-meets-developmental-milestones/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T155011Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Make your summer a swingin’ one and come out for our annual Jazz in the Park concerts! Each month will feature talented jazz musicians in a different neighborhood park. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and refreshments. \n\n\n\n*RESCHEDULED!*  May 29 | Location: Robert C. Porter Family Park | Featuring: Reginald Lewis Group & Goio Lima Brazilian Jazz Ensemble (This concert originally scheduled for May 22 is rescheduled to May 29)July 24 | Location: Morrissey Park | Featuring: Emma Taylor Trio & TromBariAugust 28 | Location: Mattis Park | Featuring: Forebeat\, Kurt Reeder ORGANization\, and Andrew Binder’s C \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/jazz-in-the-park-4/
LOCATION:Robert C. Porter Family Park\, 2310 S Rising Rd\, Champaign\, IL\, 61822\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merry Mitchell":MAILTO:merry.mitchell@champaignparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250829T173000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250613T152932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T162826Z
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SUMMARY:ART IN THE PARKS | Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Connect with the great outdoors and discover creative ways to capture the beauty of nature in this engaging workshop for all ages. Join illustrator and nature enthusiast Liza Wynette as she guides you in artistically recording the changing weather\, wildlife\, and plant life throughout the seasons.  \n\n\n\nMaterials provided\, but feel free to bring your own sketchbooks and tools if you wish. \n\n\n\nLocation: West Side Park Gazebo
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/art-in-the-parks-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:West Side Park\, 400 W. University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Olden":MAILTO:Michelle.Olden@champaignparks.org
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=West Side Park 400 W. University Ave Champaign IL 61820 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 W. University Ave:geo:-88.2486002,40.116285
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250820T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T143232Z
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SUMMARY:Music Meets Developmental Milestones
DESCRIPTION:Join Crisis Nursey for a FREE music class designed to support your child’s developmental milestones! This class combines singing\, dancing & instrument play with sign language to support all areas of child development. \n\n\n\nFor children ages 0-3 years old. \n\n\n\nFor questions or to RSVP\, call the Nursery at 217-337-2730 and ask for Sarah!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/music-meets-developmental-milestones/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T165337Z
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SUMMARY:Ties & Tennies Gala 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Champaign Parks Foundation will be hosting its third annual Ties & Tennies Gala on Sep. 4\, 2025\, at the I Hotel. This fundraising gala combines formality with fun to celebrate the meaningful impact of parks and recreation in the city of Champaign! To headline the event\, the Foundation is deeply honored and thrilled to welcome Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball Head Coach\, Shauna Green\, to deliver an inspiring speech. Attendees can also expect drinks\, a plated dinner\, and silent and live auction items. Jennifer Roscoe will serve as the night’s delightful emcee\, while Maggie Baker Productions provides enjoyable music and Mike Namoff dynamically presents the live auction portion of the evening. Come help us beat our fundraising goal of $125\,000\, in efforts to increase access to green spaces\, reduce barriers to programming and physical activity\, and augment the overall well-being of all residents in Champaign! \n\n\n\n\nTies & Tennies 2025 Gala Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis year’s gala will also celebrate its two traditional awards for remarkable supporters of the Champaign Park District’s mission. The 2025 Champion Award\, which honors an individual who has been a major supporter and advocate for the Champaign Park District’s work\, will be presented to Nate Dixon. Dixon worked for Champaign Park District for 27 years and has generously served in multiple positions and assisted with a variety of initiatives\, most notably with Douglass Park. The Newt Dodds Legacy Award recognizes a donor who has left lasting support to the Champaign Parks Foundation through one significant gift\, ongoing contributions\, or a bequest.  This year’s Legacy Award will be presented to Richard Noel and the Noel Family. The Noel Family has a long and rich history of supporting Champaign Park District initiatives\, including a land donation to the Park District in 1965\, which became the Morrissey Park residents love and enjoy today. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll proceeds raised at the Ties & Tennies Gala will go toward the Champaign Park District Scholarship Program. Ties & Tennies remains a crucial fundraiser\, bridging some of the need-to-resources gap\, as the number of scholarship requests and awards continues to grow every year. Champaign residents use scholarships for a variety of activities\, including sports\, cultural arts\, afterschool programs\, summer camp\, swim lessons\, and preschool. From April 2024 to March 2025\, over $93\,000 in scholarship funds was awarded to families in need of financial assistance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors!\n\n\n\n\n\nPlatinum– GHR Engineers \n\n\n\n– Lynn Ryle \n\n\n\n– Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend \n\n\n\n\n\nGold– CIBM Bank \n\n\n\n– Fisher National Bank\, \n\n\n\n– Pepsi Cola Champaign-Urbana Bottling Co \n\n\n\n– MH CPA PLLC   \n\n\n\n– IL American Water \n\n\n\nThe Dodds Co. \n\n\n\n– Body N Sole Sports \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSilver– Athletico Physical Therapy \n\n\n\n– Commerce Bank \n\n\n\n– Harrington Law Firm\, LLC \n\n\n\n–  Coldwell Banker Commercial Devonshire Realty \n\n\n\n– Ramshaw Realty \n\n\n\n– U of I Community Credit Union \n\n\n\n– Litania Sports Group \n\n\n\n– Petry-Kuhne \n\n\n\n– Human Kinetics \n\n\n\n– Busey Bank \n\n\n\n\n\nBronze-The Atkins Group \n\n\n\n– Sam & Maureen Banks \n\n\n\n– Cozad Asset Management \n\n\n\n– First Mid Bank \n\n\n\n– INB (Bank) \n\n\n\n– IPI Wealth Management \n\n\n\n– Katie Zimmerman \n\n\n\n– The Libman Company \n\n\n\n– Needful Things \n\n\n\n– DECA \n\n\n\n– Meijer (Champaign Store #146) \n\n\n\n– Barb and Dave Kuhl \n\n\n\n– Robbins Schwartz \n\n\n\n– SJ Broadcasting \n\n\n\n\n\nCopper– Baird Public Finance \n\n\n\n– PFM \n\n\n\n– Rector Insurance \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIN-KIND DESSERT SPONSOR \n\n\n\nNothing Bundt Cakes \n\n\n\nIN-KIND PRINT SPONSOR \n\n\n\nMinuteman Press
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/ties-tennies-gala-2025/
LOCATION:iHotel & Illinois Conference Center\, 1900 S 1st St\, Champaign\, Illinois\, 61820\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T151500
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Saturday at 2:30 PM\, Story Time at Prairie Farm\, invites kids to dive into a fun and interactive storytelling experience. Each week\, we’ll feature a new animal through an engaging story that brings the world of animals to life. After the story\, children will have the chance to meet the featured animal up close! \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE activity for all! No registration is required.
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/story-time-at-the-farm-2/2025-09-06/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Galvin":MAILTO:david.galvin@champaignparks.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250820T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T143232Z
UID:10002562-1757498400-1757502000@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Music Meets Developmental Milestones
DESCRIPTION:Join Crisis Nursey for a FREE music class designed to support your child’s developmental milestones! This class combines singing\, dancing & instrument play with sign language to support all areas of child development. \n\n\n\nFor children ages 0-3 years old. \n\n\n\nFor questions or to RSVP\, call the Nursery at 217-337-2730 and ask for Sarah!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/music-meets-developmental-milestones/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250826T160536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T160541Z
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SUMMARY:Millage Park Playground Replacement Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Champaign Park District invites community members to attend a public meeting to discuss the replacement of Millage Park’s playground. This meeting is to take place on Thursday\, September 11\, 5:30-6:30pm\, at Jupiter’s at the Crossing\, located at 2511 Village Green Pl. \n\n\n\nCommunity members will have the opportunity to offer feedback on proposed playground equipment presented by Cunningham Recreation. Families are encouraged to bring their children to participate as well. A recording of the meeting will be posted online afterward for those unable to attend. \n\n\n\nThe playground redesign at Millage Park will prioritize updating and modernizing outdated equipment. The project is projected to be completed in the Spring of 2026. \n\n\n\nMillage Park is located at 2802 Cherry Creek Rd and was obtained by Champaign Park District in 1991.  \n\n\n\n\nMillage Park
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/millage-park-playground-replacement-public-meeting/
LOCATION:Jupiter’s at the Crossing\, 2511 Village Green Pl\, Champaign\, Illinois\, 61822
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T230000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250613T194143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T151703Z
UID:10002555-1757707200-1757718000@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a summer of family fun at Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm! Each event will feature a movie centered on a different farm animal\, perfect for animal lovers of all ages. Enjoy exciting animal activities\, concessions\, and plenty of surprises throughout the evening. It’s the perfect way to spend a warm summer night making memories at the farm. Grab your blanket and head to Prairie Farm for an unforgettable night under the stars! \n\n\n\nMovie will begin at dusk. \n\n\n\n\nPRAIRIE FARM\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMovies\n\n\n\nMay 30 | A Bug’s Life \n\n\n\nJune 13 | Chicken Little – CANCELLED \n\n\n\nJune 27 | Open Season (2006) – CANCELLED \n\n\n\nJuly 11 | Babe (1995) \n\n\n\nJuly 25 | Home on the Range (2004) \n\n\n\nAugust 8 | Charlotte’s Web (2006) \n\n\n\nSeptember 12 | Chicken Little (RESCHEDULED)
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/moo-vie-nights-at-prairie-farm-2/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zoe Southlynn-Savage":MAILTO:zoe.southlynn@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1001537;-88.2836045
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Prairie Farm 2202 W Kirby Ave 217-398-2583 61821 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2202 W Kirby Ave:geo:-88.2836045,40.1001537
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20241219T173536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T200855Z
UID:10002426-1757766600-1757772000@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Little Medical School
DESCRIPTION:Calling all future doctors and surgeons! Join us for Junior Medical School\, a hands-on program where kids aged 6 to 12 can step into the world of medicine. From learning how to do a check-up to practicing hand precision in a mock surgery\, this free program at the Martens Center is perfect for kids curious about what it takes to be in the medical field.  \n\n\n\nThis program is free\, but registration required.  \n\n\n\n\nLittle Medical School Registration
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/little-medical-school/
LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanna Menendie":MAILTO:joanna.menendie@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.131835;-88.2396629
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Martens Center 1515 N Market St Champaign IL 61820 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1515 N Market St:geo:-88.2396629,40.131835
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T151500
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20230524T132657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T164556Z
UID:10002548-1757773800-1757776500@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Saturday at 2:30 PM\, Story Time at Prairie Farm\, invites kids to dive into a fun and interactive storytelling experience. Each week\, we’ll feature a new animal through an engaging story that brings the world of animals to life. After the story\, children will have the chance to meet the featured animal up close! \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE activity for all! No registration is required.
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/story-time-at-the-farm-2/2025-09-13/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Galvin":MAILTO:david.galvin@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1001537;-88.2836045
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Prairie Farm 2202 W Kirby Ave 217-398-2583 61821 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2202 W Kirby Ave:geo:-88.2836045,40.1001537
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20230607T162033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T190127Z
UID:10000430-1757844000-1757869200@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:West Side Arts
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for September 14th\, as West Side Arts event is set to take place at West Side Park.  \n\n\n\nPresented by the Champaign Park District and 40 North\, this free juried art festival is a celebration of local and regional talent. Art enthusiasts and curious minds alike are invited to immerse themselves in a diverse array of mediums\, as artists showcase their masterpieces available for purchase. It’s a golden opportunity to engage with the artistic pulse of the region while supporting its talented creators.  \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on this enriching experience that promises to ignite inspiration and appreciation for the arts! \n\n\n\nScroll down for more information on all the fun activities happening at this event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWest Side Arts Map\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks\n\n\n\nStangoBurrito KingJurassic GrillBennets EggrollsThe Main Scoop \n\n\n\n\n\nMake-and-Take Art Workshops\n\n\n\nAir Dry ClayPainting Tote BagsRock PaintingHomemade WindchimesNatural Collages \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the Artists!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, contact Kelly White\, Executive Director\, at kwhite@40north.org.  \n\n\n\n\nTake a Look at the 2025 West Side Arts Artists\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKids Sidewalk Chalk Contest\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho? KIDS! (pre-K thru 8th)When? Sunday\, September 14th (check-in 10am-12pm\, finish by 4pm)Where? West Side Park\, Champaign Why? FREE! CASH prizes awarded in all 3 age categories!How? Pre-register below by 8pm\, Saturday\, September 13th (not required\, but strongly recommended\, walk-ups are limited) \n\n\n\nBring the kids to West Side Arts for a FREE Kids Sidewalk Chalk Contest! It’s the perfect fun and family-friendly way to celebrate the arts in a beautiful park setting! Chalk will be provided. \n\n\n\nPre-registration is strongly recommended\, but not required. Walk-ups will be limited. \n\n\n\nContact Elsie at ehedgspeth@40north.org or 217.351.9841 for any questions. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Kids Sidewalk Chalk Contest\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRules:1. Must only use provided chalk.2. Parent/Guardian may accompany but not assist with artwork.3. Age category determined by what grade entered this fall.4. Must check-in no later than 12pm to compete (your space will be re-assigned after 12pm.) Artwork must be completed by 4pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help ensure this event runs smoothly! \n\n\n\n\nVolunteer at West Side Arts
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/west-side-arts/
LOCATION:West Side Park\, 400 W. University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merry Mitchell":MAILTO:merry.mitchell@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.116285;-88.2486002
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=West Side Park 400 W. University Ave Champaign IL 61820 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=400 W. University Ave:geo:-88.2486002,40.116285
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250820T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T143232Z
UID:10002563-1758103200-1758106800@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Music Meets Developmental Milestones
DESCRIPTION:Join Crisis Nursey for a FREE music class designed to support your child’s developmental milestones! This class combines singing\, dancing & instrument play with sign language to support all areas of child development. \n\n\n\nFor children ages 0-3 years old. \n\n\n\nFor questions or to RSVP\, call the Nursery at 217-337-2730 and ask for Sarah!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/music-meets-developmental-milestones/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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GEO:40.131835;-88.2396629
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Martens Center 1515 N Market St Champaign IL 61820 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1515 N Market St:geo:-88.2396629,40.131835
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250826T161827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T161833Z
UID:10002570-1758132000-1758137400@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Beginners Pickleball Drop-In Class
DESCRIPTION:Ages 15+ \n\n\n\nNew to pickleball or looking to sharpen your skills? Join our fun and friendly monthly drop-in workout at the John Street Courts! \n\n\n\nThis class is perfect for beginners and first-timers\, with a focus on building essential skills like serving\, ball placement\, and court movement. No commitment needed—just drop in\, learn the basics\, and enjoy the game! \n\n\n\n\nRegistration
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/beginners-pickleball-drop-in-class/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:Pickleball Complex\, 2203 W. John Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61821\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Justice Miller":MAILTO:justice.miller@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1092395;-88.2828272
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Pickleball Complex 2203 W. John Street Champaign IL 61821 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2203 W. John Street:geo:-88.2828272,40.1092395
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T151500
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20230524T132657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T164556Z
UID:10002549-1758378600-1758381300@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Saturday at 2:30 PM\, Story Time at Prairie Farm\, invites kids to dive into a fun and interactive storytelling experience. Each week\, we’ll feature a new animal through an engaging story that brings the world of animals to life. After the story\, children will have the chance to meet the featured animal up close! \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE activity for all! No registration is required.
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/story-time-at-the-farm-2/2025-09-20/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Galvin":MAILTO:david.galvin@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1001537;-88.2836045
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T220000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250312T170313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T183451Z
UID:10002458-1758484800-1758492000@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: S'mores and Stars
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpend a magical evening under the night sky! Gather around the fire at Porter Park as a local astronomer shares insights on the New Moon\, Saturn\, and other stars! We invite you to bring your own food to roast over the open fire (s’mores\, hot dogs— the sky’s the limit). \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this chance to enjoy s’mores\, shooting stars\, and stellar stories with friends and family. Bring a blanket\, your curiosity\, and get ready for an unforgettable night! \n\n\n\n\nS’mores and Stars
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/smores-and-stars/
LOCATION:Robert C. Porter Family Park\, 2310 S Rising Rd\, Champaign\, IL\, 61822\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Merry Mitchell":MAILTO:merry.mitchell@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.0867629;-88.3306277
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Robert C. Porter Family Park 2310 S Rising Rd Champaign IL 61822 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2310 S Rising Rd:geo:-88.3306277,40.0867629
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250820T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T143232Z
UID:10002564-1758708000-1758711600@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Music Meets Developmental Milestones
DESCRIPTION:Join Crisis Nursey for a FREE music class designed to support your child’s developmental milestones! This class combines singing\, dancing & instrument play with sign language to support all areas of child development. \n\n\n\nFor children ages 0-3 years old. \n\n\n\nFor questions or to RSVP\, call the Nursery at 217-337-2730 and ask for Sarah!
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/music-meets-developmental-milestones/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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GEO:40.131835;-88.2396629
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T235959
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250919T173912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T173919Z
UID:10002573-1758931200-1761436799@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Beneath The Sky
DESCRIPTION:Beneath The SkyBy Katie Batkiewicz \n\n\n\nShow Dates: September 27 – October 25Location: Springer Cultural Center \n\n\n\nReception: Thursday\, October 2\, 5:30 – 7pm \n\n\n\nExhibit Hours:  \n\n\n\nM-F*: 8:30am – 8pm (closed 1-2pm)Sat: 9:30am – 2pm
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/art-exhibit-beneath-the-sky/
LOCATION:Springer Cultural Center\, 301 N Randolph St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michelle Olden":MAILTO:Michelle.Olden@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1182734;-88.245177
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T151500
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20230524T132657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T164556Z
UID:10002550-1758983400-1758986100@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Saturday at 2:30 PM\, Story Time at Prairie Farm\, invites kids to dive into a fun and interactive storytelling experience. Each week\, we’ll feature a new animal through an engaging story that brings the world of animals to life. After the story\, children will have the chance to meet the featured animal up close! \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE activity for all! No registration is required.
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/story-time-at-the-farm-2/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="David Galvin":MAILTO:david.galvin@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1001537;-88.2836045
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Prairie Farm 2202 W Kirby Ave 217-398-2583 61821 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2202 W Kirby Ave:geo:-88.2836045,40.1001537
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T034411
CREATED:20250725T152427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T154028Z
UID:10002556-1758996000-1759003200@champaignparks.org
SUMMARY:Prairie Farm Barn Bash
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of down-home fun at the Prairie Farm Barn Bash! Bring the whole family for an evening filled with live country music\, dancing under the stars\, and classic farm activities for all ages. \n\n\n\nEnjoy delicious local eats\, hop on a hayride\, visit the petting zoo\, and try your hand at barn games and crafts. Whether you’re boot-scootin’ on the dance floor or roasting s’mores by the fire\, there’s something for everyone! \n\n\n\nAdmission is just $5 per person\, and registration is required for each participant (on-site registration available). \n\n\n\n\nPrairie Farm Barn Bash Registration
URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/prairie-farm-barn-bash/
LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathryn Bell":MAILTO:kathryn.bell@champaignparks.org
GEO:40.1001537;-88.2836045
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