BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/champaign-il/community.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - champaign-il (community) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Prairie Farm Campout DTSTART:20260904T230000Z DTEND:20260905T153000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122731Z UID:10002767-1788544800-1788604200@champaignparks.org CATEGORIES:community,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Experience an unforgettable overnight adventure at Prairie Far m! Set up camp and enjoy an evening filled with hands-on animal encounters \, a classic wiener roast\, s’mores around the campfire\, and stories sh ared with family and friends. As the evening winds down\, settle in for a family-friendly movie under the stars. \n\n\n\nWake up to the sights and s ounds of the farm and start your day with a continental breakfast before e xploring the natural world around you. Learn about the wildlife that visit s Prairie Farm and discover the important role nature plays in our local e nvironment during a guided morning program. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Facebook Event Page LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122731Z LOCATION:Prairie Farm\, 2202 W Kirby Ave\, 217-398-2583\, 61821\, United S tates URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/prairie-farm-campout/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Champaign Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://champaignparks.org/places/the-virginia-theatre END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meetings DTSTART:20260905T183000Z DTEND:20260905T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000836-1788633000-1788638400@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-meetings/2 026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Demo Day! DTSTART:20260905T190000Z DTEND:20260906T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122915Z UID:10004916-1788616800-1788645600@scratchingpostcu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Should I Let My Cat Outdoors? \n \n \n \n This can be a hot button topic.  On one side\, having access to the outd oors can be an enriching activity for some cats.  On the other side\, man y shelters have seen that giving a new\, untrained cat access to the outdo ors often leads to them going missing and never being found or coming back in really rough shape.  For shelters who just put months of money and ef fort into getting a cat ready to be adopted (spay/neuter\, microchip\, vac cines\, flea treatment\, dewormer\, pathogen testing\, treatment for injur ies\, etc) it is heart breaking and frustrating to see one of their cats i mmediately put into the same danger they were just rescued from.   We’ re not here to tell you what the right answer is\, but if you’re watchin g a social media influencer take their adventure cat through the mountains \, you should know that is NOT how the vast majority of cats will react on a harness in the outdoors.  More often than not\, people do not realize all of the effort that goes into first deciding if a cat has the right per sonality for walking on a harness\, and then the extensive training that m ust be done indoors\, before ever attempting to take a cat outdoors. Here are several points to consider:  \n \n \n \n Do you understand all of the risks associated with taking a cat outdoors and the added vet expenses? \n \n \n \n Especially if the cat escapes\, there is a chance they might never be found again.  If they ar e found\, they may be injured by a stray cat\, dog\, racoon\, other wild a nimal\, car\, etc.  They may get fleas\, ticks\, coccidia\, giardia\, cam py\, a variety of worms.  Literally EVERY SINGLE cat the rescues take in who have been living outdoors for any amount of time have one or several o f these things.  An owner of a cat going outdoors regularly\, even if the y don’t escape\, will need to stay on top of flea\, tick and worm preven tative as well as more frequent fecal tests and treatment when something i s contracted.  All of this will be more expensive than with a cat who is indoors only.   \n \n \n \n Is the cat interested i n going outdoors? \n \n \n \n Most cats can live indoo rs only and be completely happy.  Owners should get to know their cat for SEVERAL MONTHS first to learn if the cat is interested and has the right temperament to potentially be harness trained.  In many instances\, it’ s the owner that wants to bring the cat outdoors more than the cat wants t o go outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Is t he cat able to walk calmly on a harness while indoors? \n \n \n \n Often owners skip this step. All of the training should be d one 100% indoors first until the cat is completely comfortable wearing the harness and walking calmly next to the owner in it.  This can take many weeks to many months to train.  \n \n \n \n Has the cat been trained to have a reliable recall? \n \n \n \n This is more training that needs to be done 100% indoors before a cat i s ever brought outside.  Getting a cat to come when called is very diffic ult\, and they need to do it reliably\, even with ample distractions prese nt.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you realize ANY cat can get out of ANY harness no matter how well trained? \n \ n \n \n A cat-proof harness quite literally DOES NOT EXIST.   Properly fit harnesses make it more difficult for a cat to escape\, but cats are liquid and if they are spooked\, they can and will get out of a harness in seconds. This is why it is so important they are trained both t o walk comfortably in a harness and trained to have a reliable recall befo re ever going outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you bringing a cat backpack with you ever y single time the cat goes outdoors?  \n \n \n \n Eve n with perfect training\, owners cannot control other people’s dogs\, wi ld animals\, enticing birds\, etc.  Should the cat come across anything s cary or too distracting during a walk\, the owner should have a backpack a vailable so the cat can be scooped up and placed in the backpack for safet y until the distraction has passed.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you prepared to deal with a cat wanting to go outside daily\, often multiple times a day? \n \ n \n \n Once a cat is properly harness trained\, they often will become more aggressive about trying to get outside\, so they will nee d to be taken out daily\, sometimes multiple times a day\, much like a dog would.  The owner will need to be prepared to have to take the cat out w hen it’s raining\, snowing\, etc.  \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make the best decision for YOUR C AT \n \n \n \n We all want what’s best for our furry family members\, but sometimes assuming your cat is the same as every adv enture cat you see online can put them in harms way.  Take your time.  G et to know your new cat.  Don’t rush the process and don’t force them to be something they’re not.  Love them for whatever kooky personality they have\, even if that means they’re a homebody. We all love a homebo dy. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122915Z LOCATION:The Scratching Post\, 114 E University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/demo-day-3-2-3/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Scratching Post X-SOURCE-URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/tabletop-central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats! DTSTART:20260905T193000Z DTEND:20260906T022000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122915Z UID:10000378-1788618600-1788643200@scratchingpostcu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Should I Let My Cat Outdoors? \n \n \n \n This can be a hot button topic.  On one side\, having access to the outd oors can be an enriching activity for some cats.  On the other side\, man y shelters have seen that giving a new\, untrained cat access to the outdo ors often leads to them going missing and never being found or coming back in really rough shape.  For shelters who just put months of money and ef fort into getting a cat ready to be adopted (spay/neuter\, microchip\, vac cines\, flea treatment\, dewormer\, pathogen testing\, treatment for injur ies\, etc) it is heart breaking and frustrating to see one of their cats i mmediately put into the same danger they were just rescued from.   We’ re not here to tell you what the right answer is\, but if you’re watchin g a social media influencer take their adventure cat through the mountains \, you should know that is NOT how the vast majority of cats will react on a harness in the outdoors.  More often than not\, people do not realize all of the effort that goes into first deciding if a cat has the right per sonality for walking on a harness\, and then the extensive training that m ust be done indoors\, before ever attempting to take a cat outdoors. Here are several points to consider:  \n \n \n \n Do you understand all of the risks associated with taking a cat outdoors and the added vet expenses? \n \n \n \n Especially if the cat escapes\, there is a chance they might never be found again.  If they ar e found\, they may be injured by a stray cat\, dog\, racoon\, other wild a nimal\, car\, etc.  They may get fleas\, ticks\, coccidia\, giardia\, cam py\, a variety of worms.  Literally EVERY SINGLE cat the rescues take in who have been living outdoors for any amount of time have one or several o f these things.  An owner of a cat going outdoors regularly\, even if the y don’t escape\, will need to stay on top of flea\, tick and worm preven tative as well as more frequent fecal tests and treatment when something i s contracted.  All of this will be more expensive than with a cat who is indoors only.   \n \n \n \n Is the cat interested i n going outdoors? \n \n \n \n Most cats can live indoo rs only and be completely happy.  Owners should get to know their cat for SEVERAL MONTHS first to learn if the cat is interested and has the right temperament to potentially be harness trained.  In many instances\, it’ s the owner that wants to bring the cat outdoors more than the cat wants t o go outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Is t he cat able to walk calmly on a harness while indoors? \n \n \n \n Often owners skip this step. All of the training should be d one 100% indoors first until the cat is completely comfortable wearing the harness and walking calmly next to the owner in it.  This can take many weeks to many months to train.  \n \n \n \n Has the cat been trained to have a reliable recall? \n \n \n \n This is more training that needs to be done 100% indoors before a cat i s ever brought outside.  Getting a cat to come when called is very diffic ult\, and they need to do it reliably\, even with ample distractions prese nt.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you realize ANY cat can get out of ANY harness no matter how well trained? \n \ n \n \n A cat-proof harness quite literally DOES NOT EXIST.   Properly fit harnesses make it more difficult for a cat to escape\, but cats are liquid and if they are spooked\, they can and will get out of a harness in seconds. This is why it is so important they are trained both t o walk comfortably in a harness and trained to have a reliable recall befo re ever going outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you bringing a cat backpack with you ever y single time the cat goes outdoors?  \n \n \n \n Eve n with perfect training\, owners cannot control other people’s dogs\, wi ld animals\, enticing birds\, etc.  Should the cat come across anything s cary or too distracting during a walk\, the owner should have a backpack a vailable so the cat can be scooped up and placed in the backpack for safet y until the distraction has passed.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you prepared to deal with a cat wanting to go outside daily\, often multiple times a day? \n \ n \n \n Once a cat is properly harness trained\, they often will become more aggressive about trying to get outside\, so they will nee d to be taken out daily\, sometimes multiple times a day\, much like a dog would.  The owner will need to be prepared to have to take the cat out w hen it’s raining\, snowing\, etc.  \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make the best decision for YOUR C AT \n \n \n \n We all want what’s best for our furry family members\, but sometimes assuming your cat is the same as every adv enture cat you see online can put them in harms way.  Take your time.  G et to know your new cat.  Don’t rush the process and don’t force them to be something they’re not.  Love them for whatever kooky personality they have\, even if that means they’re a homebody. We all love a homebo dy. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122915Z LOCATION:The Scratching Post\, 114 E University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/play-with-20-adoptable-cats/2026-09 -05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Scratching Post X-SOURCE-URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/tabletop-central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260906T130000Z DTEND:20260906T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000314-1788699600-1788703200@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-12/2026-09-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats! DTSTART:20260906T193000Z DTEND:20260907T022000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122915Z UID:10000379-1788705000-1788729600@scratchingpostcu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Should I Let My Cat Outdoors? \n \n \n \n This can be a hot button topic.  On one side\, having access to the outd oors can be an enriching activity for some cats.  On the other side\, man y shelters have seen that giving a new\, untrained cat access to the outdo ors often leads to them going missing and never being found or coming back in really rough shape.  For shelters who just put months of money and ef fort into getting a cat ready to be adopted (spay/neuter\, microchip\, vac cines\, flea treatment\, dewormer\, pathogen testing\, treatment for injur ies\, etc) it is heart breaking and frustrating to see one of their cats i mmediately put into the same danger they were just rescued from.   We’ re not here to tell you what the right answer is\, but if you’re watchin g a social media influencer take their adventure cat through the mountains \, you should know that is NOT how the vast majority of cats will react on a harness in the outdoors.  More often than not\, people do not realize all of the effort that goes into first deciding if a cat has the right per sonality for walking on a harness\, and then the extensive training that m ust be done indoors\, before ever attempting to take a cat outdoors. Here are several points to consider:  \n \n \n \n Do you understand all of the risks associated with taking a cat outdoors and the added vet expenses? \n \n \n \n Especially if the cat escapes\, there is a chance they might never be found again.  If they ar e found\, they may be injured by a stray cat\, dog\, racoon\, other wild a nimal\, car\, etc.  They may get fleas\, ticks\, coccidia\, giardia\, cam py\, a variety of worms.  Literally EVERY SINGLE cat the rescues take in who have been living outdoors for any amount of time have one or several o f these things.  An owner of a cat going outdoors regularly\, even if the y don’t escape\, will need to stay on top of flea\, tick and worm preven tative as well as more frequent fecal tests and treatment when something i s contracted.  All of this will be more expensive than with a cat who is indoors only.   \n \n \n \n Is the cat interested i n going outdoors? \n \n \n \n Most cats can live indoo rs only and be completely happy.  Owners should get to know their cat for SEVERAL MONTHS first to learn if the cat is interested and has the right temperament to potentially be harness trained.  In many instances\, it’ s the owner that wants to bring the cat outdoors more than the cat wants t o go outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Is t he cat able to walk calmly on a harness while indoors? \n \n \n \n Often owners skip this step. All of the training should be d one 100% indoors first until the cat is completely comfortable wearing the harness and walking calmly next to the owner in it.  This can take many weeks to many months to train.  \n \n \n \n Has the cat been trained to have a reliable recall? \n \n \n \n This is more training that needs to be done 100% indoors before a cat i s ever brought outside.  Getting a cat to come when called is very diffic ult\, and they need to do it reliably\, even with ample distractions prese nt.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you realize ANY cat can get out of ANY harness no matter how well trained? \n \ n \n \n A cat-proof harness quite literally DOES NOT EXIST.   Properly fit harnesses make it more difficult for a cat to escape\, but cats are liquid and if they are spooked\, they can and will get out of a harness in seconds. This is why it is so important they are trained both t o walk comfortably in a harness and trained to have a reliable recall befo re ever going outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you bringing a cat backpack with you ever y single time the cat goes outdoors?  \n \n \n \n Eve n with perfect training\, owners cannot control other people’s dogs\, wi ld animals\, enticing birds\, etc.  Should the cat come across anything s cary or too distracting during a walk\, the owner should have a backpack a vailable so the cat can be scooped up and placed in the backpack for safet y until the distraction has passed.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you prepared to deal with a cat wanting to go outside daily\, often multiple times a day? \n \ n \n \n Once a cat is properly harness trained\, they often will become more aggressive about trying to get outside\, so they will nee d to be taken out daily\, sometimes multiple times a day\, much like a dog would.  The owner will need to be prepared to have to take the cat out w hen it’s raining\, snowing\, etc.  \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make the best decision for YOUR C AT \n \n \n \n We all want what’s best for our furry family members\, but sometimes assuming your cat is the same as every adv enture cat you see online can put them in harms way.  Take your time.  G et to know your new cat.  Don’t rush the process and don’t force them to be something they’re not.  Love them for whatever kooky personality they have\, even if that means they’re a homebody. We all love a homebo dy. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122915Z LOCATION:The Scratching Post\, 114 E University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/play-with-20-adoptable-cats/2026-09 -06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Scratching Post X-SOURCE-URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/tabletop-central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260907T120000Z DTEND:20260907T130000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001937-1788782400-1788786000@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation-2/2026-0 9-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:East Central Illinois AFL-CIO - Labor Day Parade and Picnic DTSTART:20260907T160000Z DTEND:20260907T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181041Z UID:7756-1788778800-1788800400@champaigncommunitycoalition.org CATEGORIES:community,festival DESCRIPTION:Join the East Central Illinois AFL-CIO for an exciting day cel ebrating workers across Champaign County at the annual Labor Day Parade an d Picnic on September 7 in Downtown Champaign. \nThe Labor Day Parade kick s off at 11:00 a.m.\, followed by a community picnic featuring food\, ente rtainment\, and an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of working p eople throughout the region. Bring your family and friends and join the ce lebration! LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181041Z LOCATION:Downtown Champaign\, Champaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://champaigncommunitycoalition.org/event/east-central-illinois-af l-cio-labor-day-parade-and-picnic/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Champaign County Community Coalition X-SOURCE-URL:https://champaigncommunitycoalition.org/get-involved/meetings -and-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alpha Course: Unpack the Christian Faith Together Mahomet\, Illino is DTSTART:20260908T230000Z DTEND:20260909T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T000821Z UID:10006879-1788890400-1788897600@www.wbgl.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Alpha is a space to explore life’s big questions and the Chr istian faith in a friendly\, open\, and informal environment. \n\n\n\nWe g ather once a week to share a meal\, watch a short video\, connect with oth ers\, and have honest conversations about life and faith. \n\n\n\nNo quest ion is out of bounds\, and you can discuss as much or as little as you wis h. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend. Dinner and childcare are provided f ree of charge. \n\n\n\nAlpha begins September 8th at 6pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to y our device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T000821Z LOCATION:Life Vineyard Church Mahomet\, Illinois\, 702 Turkey Farm Rd.\, M ahomet\, Illinois\, 61853\, United States URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/alpha-course-unpack-the-christian-faith-tog ether-mahomet-illinois/2026-09-08/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WBGL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/3rd-annual-st-john-lutheran-church -and-school-car-show-champaign-illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carle Mobile Health Clinic DTSTART:20260909T140000Z DTEND:20260909T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000198-1788944400-1788969600@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Carle’s Mobile Health Clinic will be on-site in our Urbana p arking lot from 9 AM to 4 PM on the first and second Wednesday of each mon th. The clinic provides a variety of services\, including chronic conditio n management and education\, treatment for acute illnesses\, physicals\, w ellness care and assessments\, school and sports physicals\, immunizations \, lab testing\, referrals\, social service applications\, and more. \n\n\ n\nFor more information\, visit their website\, call their team\, or explo re their brochure at the link below. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/carle-mobile-health-clinic-7/2 026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20260909T150000Z DTEND:20260909T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000435-1788948000-1788953400@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20260909T170000Z DTEND:20260909T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_315785062@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/315785062/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260909T183000Z DTEND:20260909T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000576-1788978600-1788984000@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-13/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats! DTSTART:20260909T193000Z DTEND:20260910T022000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122915Z UID:10000380-1788964200-1788988800@scratchingpostcu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Should I Let My Cat Outdoors? \n \n \n \n This can be a hot button topic.  On one side\, having access to the outd oors can be an enriching activity for some cats.  On the other side\, man y shelters have seen that giving a new\, untrained cat access to the outdo ors often leads to them going missing and never being found or coming back in really rough shape.  For shelters who just put months of money and ef fort into getting a cat ready to be adopted (spay/neuter\, microchip\, vac cines\, flea treatment\, dewormer\, pathogen testing\, treatment for injur ies\, etc) it is heart breaking and frustrating to see one of their cats i mmediately put into the same danger they were just rescued from.   We’ re not here to tell you what the right answer is\, but if you’re watchin g a social media influencer take their adventure cat through the mountains \, you should know that is NOT how the vast majority of cats will react on a harness in the outdoors.  More often than not\, people do not realize all of the effort that goes into first deciding if a cat has the right per sonality for walking on a harness\, and then the extensive training that m ust be done indoors\, before ever attempting to take a cat outdoors. Here are several points to consider:  \n \n \n \n Do you understand all of the risks associated with taking a cat outdoors and the added vet expenses? \n \n \n \n Especially if the cat escapes\, there is a chance they might never be found again.  If they ar e found\, they may be injured by a stray cat\, dog\, racoon\, other wild a nimal\, car\, etc.  They may get fleas\, ticks\, coccidia\, giardia\, cam py\, a variety of worms.  Literally EVERY SINGLE cat the rescues take in who have been living outdoors for any amount of time have one or several o f these things.  An owner of a cat going outdoors regularly\, even if the y don’t escape\, will need to stay on top of flea\, tick and worm preven tative as well as more frequent fecal tests and treatment when something i s contracted.  All of this will be more expensive than with a cat who is indoors only.   \n \n \n \n Is the cat interested i n going outdoors? \n \n \n \n Most cats can live indoo rs only and be completely happy.  Owners should get to know their cat for SEVERAL MONTHS first to learn if the cat is interested and has the right temperament to potentially be harness trained.  In many instances\, it’ s the owner that wants to bring the cat outdoors more than the cat wants t o go outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Is t he cat able to walk calmly on a harness while indoors? \n \n \n \n Often owners skip this step. All of the training should be d one 100% indoors first until the cat is completely comfortable wearing the harness and walking calmly next to the owner in it.  This can take many weeks to many months to train.  \n \n \n \n Has the cat been trained to have a reliable recall? \n \n \n \n This is more training that needs to be done 100% indoors before a cat i s ever brought outside.  Getting a cat to come when called is very diffic ult\, and they need to do it reliably\, even with ample distractions prese nt.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you realize ANY cat can get out of ANY harness no matter how well trained? \n \ n \n \n A cat-proof harness quite literally DOES NOT EXIST.   Properly fit harnesses make it more difficult for a cat to escape\, but cats are liquid and if they are spooked\, they can and will get out of a harness in seconds. This is why it is so important they are trained both t o walk comfortably in a harness and trained to have a reliable recall befo re ever going outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you bringing a cat backpack with you ever y single time the cat goes outdoors?  \n \n \n \n Eve n with perfect training\, owners cannot control other people’s dogs\, wi ld animals\, enticing birds\, etc.  Should the cat come across anything s cary or too distracting during a walk\, the owner should have a backpack a vailable so the cat can be scooped up and placed in the backpack for safet y until the distraction has passed.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you prepared to deal with a cat wanting to go outside daily\, often multiple times a day? \n \ n \n \n Once a cat is properly harness trained\, they often will become more aggressive about trying to get outside\, so they will nee d to be taken out daily\, sometimes multiple times a day\, much like a dog would.  The owner will need to be prepared to have to take the cat out w hen it’s raining\, snowing\, etc.  \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make the best decision for YOUR C AT \n \n \n \n We all want what’s best for our furry family members\, but sometimes assuming your cat is the same as every adv enture cat you see online can put them in harms way.  Take your time.  G et to know your new cat.  Don’t rush the process and don’t force them to be something they’re not.  Love them for whatever kooky personality they have\, even if that means they’re a homebody. We all love a homebo dy. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122915Z LOCATION:The Scratching Post\, 114 E University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/play-with-20-adoptable-cats/2026-09 -09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Scratching Post X-SOURCE-URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/tabletop-central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DivorceCare Champaign\, Illinois DTSTART:20260909T230000Z DTEND:20260910T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113031Z UID:10006852-1788976800-1796846400@www.wbgl.org CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:A new DivorceCare class begins September 9. DivorceCare is a w elcoming\, supportive place where you can find hope and healing after sepa ration or divorce. This 13-week\, video-based support group offers practic al tools for navigating the emotional and everyday challenges of this seas on\, along with encouragement from others who understand. \nThe group meet s Wednesdays from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Meadowbrook Community Church. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake s ure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the ev ent to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113031Z LOCATION:Meadowbrook Community Church Champaign\, 1902 South Duncan Road\, Champaign\, Illinois\, 61822\, United States URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/divorcecare-champaign-illinois/2026-09-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WBGL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/3rd-annual-st-john-lutheran-church -and-school-car-show-champaign-illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Fall / Winter Open Office Hours DTSTART:20260910T170000Z DTEND:20260910T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T180503Z UID:10000487-1789041600-1789052400@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SBDC Director\, Lauren Gramly\, will hold open office hours at Launch (at Champaign Public Library) on the 2nd Thursday of each month fr om 12 – 3 PM. \n2026 dates: \n\nSeptember 10\nOctober 8\nNovember 12\nDe cember 10\n\nSBDC services are offered at no cost & are completely confide ntial. For those interested in attending the Office Hours and have not wor ked with the SBDC before\, please register as a client prior to your meeti ng: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=118 \nLaunch at the L ibrary business services include a walk-in coworking space\, seminars\, me eting rooms\, and resources to help start\, manage\, and grow your busines s. Visit champaign.org/launch for more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180503Z LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-fall-winter-open-office-hours/2026-09-10 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260910T180000Z DTEND:20260910T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001098-1789063200-1789066800@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation/2026-09- 10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats! DTSTART:20260910T193000Z DTEND:20260911T022000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T062746Z UID:10000381-1789050600-1789075200@scratchingpostcu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Should I Let My Cat Outdoors? \n \n \n \n This can be a hot button topic.  On one side\, having access to the outd oors can be an enriching activity for some cats.  On the other side\, man y shelters have seen that giving a new\, untrained cat access to the outdo ors often leads to them going missing and never being found or coming back in really rough shape.  For shelters who just put months of money and ef fort into getting a cat ready to be adopted (spay/neuter\, microchip\, vac cines\, flea treatment\, dewormer\, pathogen testing\, treatment for injur ies\, etc) it is heart breaking and frustrating to see one of their cats i mmediately put into the same danger they were just rescued from.   We’ re not here to tell you what the right answer is\, but if you’re watchin g a social media influencer take their adventure cat through the mountains \, you should know that is NOT how the vast majority of cats will react on a harness in the outdoors.  More often than not\, people do not realize all of the effort that goes into first deciding if a cat has the right per sonality for walking on a harness\, and then the extensive training that m ust be done indoors\, before ever attempting to take a cat outdoors. Here are several points to consider:  \n \n \n \n Do you understand all of the risks associated with taking a cat outdoors and the added vet expenses? \n \n \n \n Especially if the cat escapes\, there is a chance they might never be found again.  If they ar e found\, they may be injured by a stray cat\, dog\, racoon\, other wild a nimal\, car\, etc.  They may get fleas\, ticks\, coccidia\, giardia\, cam py\, a variety of worms.  Literally EVERY SINGLE cat the rescues take in who have been living outdoors for any amount of time have one or several o f these things.  An owner of a cat going outdoors regularly\, even if the y don’t escape\, will need to stay on top of flea\, tick and worm preven tative as well as more frequent fecal tests and treatment when something i s contracted.  All of this will be more expensive than with a cat who is indoors only.   \n \n \n \n Is the cat interested i n going outdoors? \n \n \n \n Most cats can live indoo rs only and be completely happy.  Owners should get to know their cat for SEVERAL MONTHS first to learn if the cat is interested and has the right temperament to potentially be harness trained.  In many instances\, it’ s the owner that wants to bring the cat outdoors more than the cat wants t o go outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Is t he cat able to walk calmly on a harness while indoors? \n \n \n \n Often owners skip this step. All of the training should be d one 100% indoors first until the cat is completely comfortable wearing the harness and walking calmly next to the owner in it.  This can take many weeks to many months to train.  \n \n \n \n Has the cat been trained to have a reliable recall? \n \n \n \n This is more training that needs to be done 100% indoors before a cat i s ever brought outside.  Getting a cat to come when called is very diffic ult\, and they need to do it reliably\, even with ample distractions prese nt.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you realize ANY cat can get out of ANY harness no matter how well trained? \n \ n \n \n A cat-proof harness quite literally DOES NOT EXIST.   Properly fit harnesses make it more difficult for a cat to escape\, but cats are liquid and if they are spooked\, they can and will get out of a harness in seconds. This is why it is so important they are trained both t o walk comfortably in a harness and trained to have a reliable recall befo re ever going outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you bringing a cat backpack with you ever y single time the cat goes outdoors?  \n \n \n \n Eve n with perfect training\, owners cannot control other people’s dogs\, wi ld animals\, enticing birds\, etc.  Should the cat come across anything s cary or too distracting during a walk\, the owner should have a backpack a vailable so the cat can be scooped up and placed in the backpack for safet y until the distraction has passed.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you prepared to deal with a cat wanting to go outside daily\, often multiple times a day? \n \ n \n \n Once a cat is properly harness trained\, they often will become more aggressive about trying to get outside\, so they will nee d to be taken out daily\, sometimes multiple times a day\, much like a dog would.  The owner will need to be prepared to have to take the cat out w hen it’s raining\, snowing\, etc.  \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make the best decision for YOUR C AT \n \n \n \n We all want what’s best for our furry family members\, but sometimes assuming your cat is the same as every adv enture cat you see online can put them in harms way.  Take your time.  G et to know your new cat.  Don’t rush the process and don’t force them to be something they’re not.  Love them for whatever kooky personality they have\, even if that means they’re a homebody. We all love a homebo dy. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T062746Z LOCATION:The Scratching Post\, 114 E University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/play-with-20-adoptable-cats/2026-09 -10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Scratching Post X-SOURCE-URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/tabletop-central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ties & Tennies Gala DTSTART:20260910T220000Z DTEND:20260911T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122731Z UID:10002698-1789059600-1789074000@champaignparks.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:The Champaign Parks Foundation will be hosting its 4th Annual Ties & Tennies Gala on Sep. 10\, 2026\, at the I Hotel. This fundraising g ala combines formality with fun to celebrate the meaningful impact of park s and recreation in the city of Champaign! \n\n\n\nThursday\, September 10 \, 2026 I Hotel Conference Center5 – 9 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are exci ted to welcome Illinois Men’s Basketball Assistant Coach Tyler Underwood as this year’s guest speaker! In his role\, Tyler assisted the 2025-26 team in their run to the Final Four. Tyler will share insights from his ti me with the Fighting Illini and the importance of recreation programs for the development of future athletes. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAttendees can also expect drinks\, a plated dinner\, and silent and live auction items. Jenni fer Roscoe will serve as the night’s delightful emcee\, while Maggie Bak er Productions provides enjoyable music and Mike Namoff dynamically presen ts the live auction portion of the evening. \n\n\n\nCome help us beat our fundraising goal of $160\,000\, in efforts to increase access to green sp aces\, reduce barriers to programming and physical activity\, and augment the overall well-being of all residents in Champaign! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Yo ur Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a Sponsor!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\nPlatinum: Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend\, GHR Engineers & Associates Inc\, The Ryle FamilyGold: CIBM Bank\, Dodds Company\, Farnsworth\, Fisher National Bank\ , Pepsi Cola Champaign-Urbana Bottling Co\, Petry-Kuhne CoSilver: Coldwell Banker Commercial Devonshire Realty\, Commerce Bank\, Davis-Houk Mechanic al Inc\, Fairlawn\, Human Kinetics\, Litania Sports Group\, MH CPA\, Mid I L Concrete & Excavation Inc\, Ramshaw Realty\, U of I Community Credit Uni onCopper: PFM\, Raymond James\, Rector Insurance\, Katie ZimmermanSilent A uction Sponsor: Silgan Closures LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122731Z LOCATION:I Hotel and Conference Center\, 1900 S 1st St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/ties-tennies/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Champaign Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://champaignparks.org/places/the-virginia-theatre END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Preschool Playdate DTSTART:20260911T150000Z DTEND:20260911T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113038Z UID:10002166-1789120800-1789124400@mahometpubliclibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Children (ages 2-5) and their caregivers are welcome to join u s on Friday mornings for open-ended playtime! \nEach session will feature a different assortment of toys and activities. \nAges 2-5 and caregivers. Younger siblings welcome. No registration required. No playdate on Octobe r 16 due to the Book Sale or November 27 due to Thanksgiving Break. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113038Z URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/playdate-fall26/2026-09-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Mahomet Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Play with 20+ Adoptable Cats! DTSTART:20260911T193000Z DTEND:20260912T022000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T062913Z UID:10000382-1789137000-1789161600@scratchingpostcu.com CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Should I Let My Cat Outdoors? \n \n \n \n This can be a hot button topic.  On one side\, having access to the outd oors can be an enriching activity for some cats.  On the other side\, man y shelters have seen that giving a new\, untrained cat access to the outdo ors often leads to them going missing and never being found or coming back in really rough shape.  For shelters who just put months of money and ef fort into getting a cat ready to be adopted (spay/neuter\, microchip\, vac cines\, flea treatment\, dewormer\, pathogen testing\, treatment for injur ies\, etc) it is heart breaking and frustrating to see one of their cats i mmediately put into the same danger they were just rescued from.   We’ re not here to tell you what the right answer is\, but if you’re watchin g a social media influencer take their adventure cat through the mountains \, you should know that is NOT how the vast majority of cats will react on a harness in the outdoors.  More often than not\, people do not realize all of the effort that goes into first deciding if a cat has the right per sonality for walking on a harness\, and then the extensive training that m ust be done indoors\, before ever attempting to take a cat outdoors. Here are several points to consider:  \n \n \n \n Do you understand all of the risks associated with taking a cat outdoors and the added vet expenses? \n \n \n \n Especially if the cat escapes\, there is a chance they might never be found again.  If they ar e found\, they may be injured by a stray cat\, dog\, racoon\, other wild a nimal\, car\, etc.  They may get fleas\, ticks\, coccidia\, giardia\, cam py\, a variety of worms.  Literally EVERY SINGLE cat the rescues take in who have been living outdoors for any amount of time have one or several o f these things.  An owner of a cat going outdoors regularly\, even if the y don’t escape\, will need to stay on top of flea\, tick and worm preven tative as well as more frequent fecal tests and treatment when something i s contracted.  All of this will be more expensive than with a cat who is indoors only.   \n \n \n \n Is the cat interested i n going outdoors? \n \n \n \n Most cats can live indoo rs only and be completely happy.  Owners should get to know their cat for SEVERAL MONTHS first to learn if the cat is interested and has the right temperament to potentially be harness trained.  In many instances\, it’ s the owner that wants to bring the cat outdoors more than the cat wants t o go outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Is t he cat able to walk calmly on a harness while indoors? \n \n \n \n Often owners skip this step. All of the training should be d one 100% indoors first until the cat is completely comfortable wearing the harness and walking calmly next to the owner in it.  This can take many weeks to many months to train.  \n \n \n \n Has the cat been trained to have a reliable recall? \n \n \n \n This is more training that needs to be done 100% indoors before a cat i s ever brought outside.  Getting a cat to come when called is very diffic ult\, and they need to do it reliably\, even with ample distractions prese nt.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you realize ANY cat can get out of ANY harness no matter how well trained? \n \ n \n \n A cat-proof harness quite literally DOES NOT EXIST.   Properly fit harnesses make it more difficult for a cat to escape\, but cats are liquid and if they are spooked\, they can and will get out of a harness in seconds. This is why it is so important they are trained both t o walk comfortably in a harness and trained to have a reliable recall befo re ever going outdoors.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you bringing a cat backpack with you ever y single time the cat goes outdoors?  \n \n \n \n Eve n with perfect training\, owners cannot control other people’s dogs\, wi ld animals\, enticing birds\, etc.  Should the cat come across anything s cary or too distracting during a walk\, the owner should have a backpack a vailable so the cat can be scooped up and placed in the backpack for safet y until the distraction has passed.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Are you prepared to deal with a cat wanting to go outside daily\, often multiple times a day? \n \ n \n \n Once a cat is properly harness trained\, they often will become more aggressive about trying to get outside\, so they will nee d to be taken out daily\, sometimes multiple times a day\, much like a dog would.  The owner will need to be prepared to have to take the cat out w hen it’s raining\, snowing\, etc.  \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n \n Make the best decision for YOUR C AT \n \n \n \n We all want what’s best for our furry family members\, but sometimes assuming your cat is the same as every adv enture cat you see online can put them in harms way.  Take your time.  G et to know your new cat.  Don’t rush the process and don’t force them to be something they’re not.  Love them for whatever kooky personality they have\, even if that means they’re a homebody. We all love a homebo dy. ❤️ LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062913Z LOCATION:The Scratching Post\, 114 E University Ave\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/play-with-20-adoptable-cats/2026-09 -11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:The Scratching Post X-SOURCE-URL:https://scratchingpostcu.com/event/tabletop-central END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Stomp\, Roar\, Explore! Dinosaur Party DTSTART:20260912T150000Z DTEND:20260912T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113038Z UID:10002203-1789207200-1789212600@mahometpubliclibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Get ready to stomp\, roar\, and explore at our Dinosaur Party! Young paleontologists are invited to join us for a prehistoric adventure featuring a dinosaur-themed scavenger hunt\, trivia\, and crafts! Whether you’re a fan of the towering T. rex\, gentle giants\, or speedy raptors\ , this program is sure to be a roaring good time for kids and their caregi vers! \nAll ages. No registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113038Z URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/stomp-roar-explore-dinosaur-par ty/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Mahomet Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meetings DTSTART:20260912T183000Z DTEND:20260912T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000837-1789237800-1789243200@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-meetings/2 026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260913T130000Z DTEND:20260913T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000315-1789304400-1789308000@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-12/2026-09-13/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Back to School Pizza & Prayer Champaign\, Illinois DTSTART:20260913T170000Z DTEND:20260913T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113031Z UID:10006791-1789300800-1789308000@www.wbgl.org CATEGORIES:community,family,food DESCRIPTION:A new school year means a new mission field! Help your child s tart the year ready to shine for Christ. \nKids in 1st–5th grade are inv ited to enjoy pizza\, create a prayer board to take home\, explore Scriptu re\, and learn practical ways to share their faith with friends at school. \nWho: 1st–5th GradersCost: $5 per childRegister by: September 6\, 2026 \nBring a friend and join us for an encouraging evening of faith\, fun\, and fellowship! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar \n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113031Z LOCATION:First Christian Church Champaign Location\, 3601 S. Staley Rd.\, Champaign\, IL\, 61822\, United States URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/back-to-school-pizza-prayer-champaign-illin ois/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WBGL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/3rd-annual-st-john-lutheran-church -and-school-car-show-champaign-illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260914T120000Z DTEND:20260914T130000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001938-1789387200-1789390800@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation-2/2026-0 9-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen Genre Book Club: Realistic Fiction DTSTART:20260914T210000Z DTEND:20260914T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T183354Z UID:10002212-1789401600-1789405200@mahometpubliclibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,literary DESCRIPTION:Are you a teen who loves reading but hates being told what to read? Our Teen Genre Book Club is just the thing for you! Each month\, we will pick a new genre to feature. Participants are invited to choose a boo k that fits into the selected genre and be prepared to talk about it and t he genre while we enjoy snacks and refreshments. \nDates and Genres: \nSe ptember 14: Realistic Fiction \nOctober 12: Horror \nNovember 16: Fantasy \nHaving trouble finding a book that fits the theme? Ask a Librarian or vi sit our website to browse our Teen Categories! \nGrades 6-12. Registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T183354Z URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/teen-genre-book-club-sept26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Mahomet Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alpha Course: Unpack the Christian Faith Together Mahomet\, Illino is DTSTART:20260915T230000Z DTEND:20260916T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T000821Z UID:10006880-1789495200-1789502400@www.wbgl.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Alpha is a space to explore life’s big questions and the Chr istian faith in a friendly\, open\, and informal environment. \n\n\n\nWe g ather once a week to share a meal\, watch a short video\, connect with oth ers\, and have honest conversations about life and faith. \n\n\n\nNo quest ion is out of bounds\, and you can discuss as much or as little as you wis h. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend. Dinner and childcare are provided f ree of charge. \n\n\n\nAlpha begins September 8th at 6pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to y our device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T000821Z LOCATION:Life Vineyard Church Mahomet\, Illinois\, 702 Turkey Farm Rd.\, M ahomet\, Illinois\, 61853\, United States URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/alpha-course-unpack-the-christian-faith-tog ether-mahomet-illinois/2026-09-15/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WBGL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/3rd-annual-st-john-lutheran-church -and-school-car-show-champaign-illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20260916T150000Z DTEND:20260916T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000436-1789552800-1789558200@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260916T183000Z DTEND:20260916T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000577-1789583400-1789588800@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-13/2026-09-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260917T180000Z DTEND:20260917T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001099-1789668000-1789671600@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation/2026-09- 17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Cookbook Club: Of Course It's Good! DTSTART:20260917T233000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113038Z UID:10002228-1789669800-1789673400@mahometpubliclibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library\, to explore new recipes\, share cookin g tips\, and enjoy delicious food together! This program is intended for a dults who enjoy cooking and sharing food together. All experience levels a re welcome. \nEach Cookbook Club will feature a selected cookbook and atte ndees will bring a dish from the book to share. Copies of the cookbook wil l be available one month in advance at the library’s circulation desk. \ nDates and Cookbooks:\nSeptember 17: Of Course It’s Good! by Jessica Sec rest\nNovember 12: Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis \nAdults. Registra tion required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113038Z URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/cookbook-club-sept2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Mahomet Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Preschool Playdate DTSTART:20260918T150000Z DTEND:20260918T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T003008Z UID:10002167-1789725600-1789729200@mahometpubliclibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Children (ages 2-5) and their caregivers are welcome to join u s on Friday mornings for open-ended playtime! \nEach session will feature a different assortment of toys and activities. \nAges 2-5 and caregivers. Younger siblings welcome. No registration required. No playdate on Octobe r 16 due to the Book Sale or November 27 due to Thanksgiving Break. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T003008Z URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/playdate-fall26/2026-09-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Mahomet Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meetings DTSTART:20260919T183000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000838-1789842600-1789848000@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-meetings/2 026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260920T130000Z DTEND:20260920T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000316-1789909200-1789912800@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-12/2026-09-20/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Senior Style Show DTSTART:20260920T200000Z DTEND:20260920T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122731Z UID:10002768-1789916400-1789927200@champaignparks.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:It’s almost time for the Annual Senior Style Show! \n\n\n\n Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets will be sold from August 10- September 11 and can be purchased at the Douglass Annex\, Martens Center\, and Hays Recreation Center. \n\n\n\nTicket Price: $20 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nF acebook Event Page\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122731Z LOCATION:Douglass Community Center\, 512 E Grove St\, Champaign\, IL\, 618 20\, United States URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/senior-style-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Champaign Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://champaignparks.org/places/the-virginia-theatre END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260921T120000Z DTEND:20260921T130000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001939-1789992000-1789995600@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation-2/2026-0 9-21/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alpha Course: Unpack the Christian Faith Together Mahomet\, Illino is DTSTART:20260922T230000Z DTEND:20260923T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260825T000821Z UID:10006881-1790100000-1790107200@www.wbgl.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Alpha is a space to explore life’s big questions and the Chr istian faith in a friendly\, open\, and informal environment. \n\n\n\nWe g ather once a week to share a meal\, watch a short video\, connect with oth ers\, and have honest conversations about life and faith. \n\n\n\nNo quest ion is out of bounds\, and you can discuss as much or as little as you wis h. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend. Dinner and childcare are provided f ree of charge. \n\n\n\nAlpha begins September 8th at 6pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMake sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add the event to y our device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T000821Z LOCATION:Life Vineyard Church Mahomet\, Illinois\, 702 Turkey Farm Rd.\, M ahomet\, Illinois\, 61853\, United States URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/alpha-course-unpack-the-christian-faith-tog ether-mahomet-illinois/2026-09-22/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WBGL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/3rd-annual-st-john-lutheran-church -and-school-car-show-champaign-illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Carle Mobile Health Clinic DTSTART:20260923T140000Z DTEND:20260923T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000140-1790154000-1790179200@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community,wellness DESCRIPTION:Carle’s Mobile Health Clinic will be on-site in our Urbana p arking lot from 9 AM to 4 PM on the first and second Wednesday of each mon th. The clinic provides a variety of services\, including chronic conditio n management and education\, treatment for acute illnesses\, physicals\, w ellness care and assessments\, school and sports physicals\, immunizations \, lab testing\, referrals\, social service applications\, and more. \n\n\ n\nFor more information\, visit their website\, call their team\, or explo re their brochure at the link below. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/carle-mobile-health-clinic-8/2 026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20260923T150000Z DTEND:20260923T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000437-1790157600-1790163000@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260923T183000Z DTEND:20260923T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000578-1790188200-1790193600@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-13/2026-09-23/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260924T180000Z DTEND:20260924T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001100-1790272800-1790276400@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation/2026-09- 24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dessert Night DTSTART:20260924T190000Z DTEND:20260924T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001297-1790276400-1790280000@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community,food DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can make a lasting impact in our community wh ile enjoying a sweet evening with us! Dessert Night is your chance to lear n more about the life-changing work we do every day. \n\n\n\nWhat’s Incl uded: \n\n\n\n\nDelicious desserts and a warm welcome\n\n\n\nBehind-the-sc enes tour of our facility with our Executive Director and Director of Deve lopment. \n\n\n\nInspiring Testimonial Video\n\n\n\nOpen Q&A session with an opportunity to become a monthly partner LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/dessert-night-2/2026-09-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen Game Corner DTSTART:20260924T210000Z DTEND:20260924T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183629Z UID:10002249-1790265600-1790271000@mahometpubliclibrary.org CATEGORIES:community,gaming DESCRIPTION:Tired of trying to get together with friends to play games but having no space to do so? Look no further than the library! We have snack s\, board games\, and a Switch\, now all we need is YOU! \nDates:\nSeptemb er 24 \nOctober 29 \nNovember 12 \nGrades 6-12. No registration required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183629Z URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org/event/teen-game-corner-fall2026/2026- 09-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Mahomet Public Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://mahometpubliclibrary.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dwell Women's Retreat Clinton\, Illinois DTSTART:20260925T220000Z DTEND:20260926T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113031Z UID:10006790-1790355600-1790438400@www.wbgl.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:First Christian Church in Champaign invites ladies to the 2026 DWELL Retreat\, a weekend designed to help women deepen their faith\, exp erience God’s presence\, and build meaningful connections with one anoth er. \nEnjoy a classic camp retreat experience with overnight cabin accommo dations\, worship\, teaching\, prayer\, reflection\, a campfire\, and fell owship. Hear encouraging stories from women of First Christian Church as y ou find renewal and grow in community. \nThe retreat includes overnight lo dging\, Friday evening refreshments\, Saturday breakfast and lunch\, snack s and beverages\, a swag bag\, and more. Participants should bring bedding \, towels\, toiletries\, a Bible\, journal\, and weather-appropriate cloth ing. More details can be found on the registration page. \nThis retreat is open to women ages 18 and older. Space is limited\, and registration is a vailable on a first-come\, first-served basis. Registration closes Septemb er 6. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdd Event to your calendar\n\n\n\nMa ke sure you don’t miss a thing! Click one of the buttons below to add th e event to your device’s calendar. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113031Z LOCATION:Little Galilee Christian Camp\, Clinton IL\, 7539 Little Galilee Rd.\, Clinton\, I\, 61727\, United States URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/dwell-womens-retreat-clinton-illinois/ X-SOURCE-NAME:WBGL X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.wbgl.org/event/3rd-annual-st-john-lutheran-church -and-school-car-show-champaign-illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4th Annual Black Mental Health and Wellness Conference DTSTART:20260926T130000Z DTEND:20260926T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181041Z UID:7748-1790409600-1790438400@champaigncommunitycoalition.org CATEGORIES:community,education,wellness DESCRIPTION:The conference aims at addressing the challenges of mental hea lth in the black community and assisting those affected and their families on a path to wellness. Sessions included in-depth conversations surroundi ng: Rooting in Community – Mapping Wraparound Support for Black Mental H ealth and Healing\, Mental Health and the Black Church\, Grieving as an Ac t of Liberation\, Breaking Cycles: Environment and Toxic Masculinity – T he Story we Tell Ourselves\, Black Women: Health and Wellness\, Self-Care and Care Givers\, Impact of Domestic Violence\, and Promoting Wellness for Veterans. \n\n\n\nRegister for the conference here: https://forms.cloud.m icrosoft/g/HPyeyztGdR \n\n\n\nVendors register here: https://forms.office. com/g/yzzUfwh2DV LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181041Z LOCATION:Parkland College\, 2400 W Bradley Ave.\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States URL:https://champaigncommunitycoalition.org/event/4th-annual-black-mental- health-and-wellness-conference/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Champaign County Community Coalition X-SOURCE-URL:https://champaigncommunitycoalition.org/get-involved/meetings -and-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meetings DTSTART:20260926T183000Z DTEND:20260926T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000839-1790447400-1790452800@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-meetings/2 026-09-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260927T130000Z DTEND:20260927T140000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000317-1790514000-1790517600@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-12/2026-09-27/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation DTSTART:20260928T120000Z DTEND:20260928T130000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10001940-1790596800-1790600400@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in helping with a single event or serving regularly\, we will find the right place for you! There are no mi nimum volunteer hour requirements. Whether you can volunteer for an hour o r stay for the day\, we’d love your help! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation-2/2026-0 9-28/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family STEM Night DTSTART:20260929T223000Z DTEND:20260930T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T122731Z UID:10002775-1790703000-1790708400@champaignparks.org CATEGORIES:community,education,family DESCRIPTION:Join us for Family STEM Night\, hosted by the Illinois Science Explorers\, a science outreach initiative from the University of Illinois . Bring the whole family for an evening packed with free pizza\, hands-on science fun\, and interactive experiments! Kids and adults alike will have the chance to explore exciting STEM activities together\, sparking curios ity and creativity. Whether you’re building\, experimenting\, or just cu rious to learn something new\, there’s something for everyone. \n\n\n\nT o help make this a low-waste event\, we encourage all guests to bring thei r own reusable water bottles. Let’s work together to reduce waste while we dive into the wonders of science – family style! Come hungry for pizz a and ready to make memories! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook Event Page\n\n\n\ n\n\n\n\nRegister Today! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T122731Z LOCATION:Martens Center\, 1515 N Market St\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, Unit ed States URL:https://champaignparks.org/event/family-stem-night-2/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Champaign Park District X-SOURCE-URL:https://champaignparks.org/places/the-virginia-theatre END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20260930T150000Z DTEND:20260930T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000438-1790762400-1790767800@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-09-30/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Narcotics Anonymous Community Meeting DTSTART:20260930T183000Z DTEND:20260930T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T121857Z UID:10000579-1790793000-1790798400@saltandlightministry.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:We currently host three different weekly NA meetings open to a nyone in the community looking for support in actively recovering from nar cotics addiction. No registration is necessary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T121857Z LOCATION:Salt & Light Urbana IL\, 1819 S Philo Rd.\, Urbana\, IL\, 61802\, United States URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/narcotics-anonymous-community- meeting-13/2026-09-30/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Salt & Light Ministries X-SOURCE-URL:https://saltandlightministry.org/events/volunteer-orientation /2025-03-20 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261007T150000Z DTEND:20261007T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000439-1791367200-1791372600@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-10-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Fall / Winter Open Office Hours DTSTART:20261008T170000Z DTEND:20261008T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T180503Z UID:10000488-1791460800-1791471600@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SBDC Director\, Lauren Gramly\, will hold open office hours at Launch (at Champaign Public Library) on the 2nd Thursday of each month fr om 12 – 3 PM. \n2026 dates: \n\nSeptember 10\nOctober 8\nNovember 12\nDe cember 10\n\nSBDC services are offered at no cost & are completely confide ntial. For those interested in attending the Office Hours and have not wor ked with the SBDC before\, please register as a client prior to your meeti ng: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=118 \nLaunch at the L ibrary business services include a walk-in coworking space\, seminars\, me eting rooms\, and resources to help start\, manage\, and grow your busines s. Visit champaign.org/launch for more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180503Z LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-fall-winter-open-office-hours/2026-10-08 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261014T150000Z DTEND:20261014T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000440-1791972000-1791977400@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-10-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20261014T170000Z DTEND:20261014T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_315785064@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/315785064/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261021T150000Z DTEND:20261021T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000441-1792576800-1792582200@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-10-21/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261028T150000Z DTEND:20261028T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000442-1793181600-1793187000@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-10-28/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261104T160000Z DTEND:20261104T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000443-1793786400-1793791800@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-11-04/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261111T160000Z DTEND:20261111T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000444-1794391200-1794396600@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-11-11/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20261111T180000Z DTEND:20261111T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_315785067@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/315785067/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Fall / Winter Open Office Hours DTSTART:20261112T180000Z DTEND:20261112T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T180503Z UID:10000489-1794484800-1794495600@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SBDC Director\, Lauren Gramly\, will hold open office hours at Launch (at Champaign Public Library) on the 2nd Thursday of each month fr om 12 – 3 PM. \n2026 dates: \n\nSeptember 10\nOctober 8\nNovember 12\nDe cember 10\n\nSBDC services are offered at no cost & are completely confide ntial. For those interested in attending the Office Hours and have not wor ked with the SBDC before\, please register as a client prior to your meeti ng: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=118 \nLaunch at the L ibrary business services include a walk-in coworking space\, seminars\, me eting rooms\, and resources to help start\, manage\, and grow your busines s. Visit champaign.org/launch for more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180503Z LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-fall-winter-open-office-hours/2026-11-12 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261118T160000Z DTEND:20261118T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000445-1794996000-1795001400@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-11-18/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261125T160000Z DTEND:20261125T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000446-1795600800-1795606200@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-11-25/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261202T160000Z DTEND:20261202T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000447-1796205600-1796211000@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-12-02/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261209T160000Z DTEND:20261209T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000448-1796810400-1796815800@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-12-09/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20261209T180000Z DTEND:20261209T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsyjcqbmb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsyjcqbmb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Fall / Winter Open Office Hours DTSTART:20261210T180000Z DTEND:20261210T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260813T180503Z UID:10000490-1796904000-1796914800@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:SBDC Director\, Lauren Gramly\, will hold open office hours at Launch (at Champaign Public Library) on the 2nd Thursday of each month fr om 12 – 3 PM. \n2026 dates: \n\nSeptember 10\nOctober 8\nNovember 12\nDe cember 10\n\nSBDC services are offered at no cost & are completely confide ntial. For those interested in attending the Office Hours and have not wor ked with the SBDC before\, please register as a client prior to your meeti ng: https://ilsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/signup?centerid=118 \nLaunch at the L ibrary business services include a walk-in coworking space\, seminars\, me eting rooms\, and resources to help start\, manage\, and grow your busines s. Visit champaign.org/launch for more information. LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180503Z LOCATION:Champaign Public Library\, 200 W. Green Street\, Champaign\, IL\, 61820\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-fall-winter-open-office-hours/2026-12-10 / X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2026 Open Office Hours at Champaign-Urbana Public Health District DTSTART:20261216T160000Z DTEND:20261216T173000Z DTSTAMP:20260729T181015Z UID:10000449-1797415200-1797420600@cusbdc.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Sarah Michaels\, Director of Environmental Health at CUPHD\, h osts Open Office Hours every week to assist food/drink/retail establishmen t owners\, managers\, and workers with questions related to Environmental Health programs and services: https://www.c-uphd.org/environmental-healt h.html. \nThe Open Office Hours are available every Wednesday from 10-11:3 0 AM at CUPHD: 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Champaign\, IL 61820. \nNo pre-registr ation is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T181015Z LOCATION:Champaign-Urbana Public Health District\, 201 W. Kenyon Road\, Ch ampaign\, IL\, United States URL:https://cusbdc.org/event/2026-open-office-hours-at-champaign-urbana-pu blic-health-district/2026-12-16/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Illinois Small Business Development Center at Champaign Coun ty EDC X-SOURCE-URL:https://cusbdc.org/venue/champaign-public-library END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20270113T180000Z DTEND:20270113T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsykccbrb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsykccbrb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20270210T180000Z DTEND:20270210T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsykcdbnb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsykcdbnb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20270310T180000Z DTEND:20270310T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsykcfbnb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsykcfbnb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20270414T170000Z DTEND:20270414T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsykcgbsb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsykcgbsb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20270512T170000Z DTEND:20270512T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsykchbqb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsykchbqb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Startuppers Monthly DTSTART:20270609T170000Z DTEND:20270609T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260815T113049Z UID:event_fkznvsykcjbmb@meetup.com CATEGORIES:community,tech DESCRIPTION:Startup Champaign\nJoin us for our monthly meetup. The purpose of this event is to get to know each other and talk about some hurdles an d pain points the local entrepreneurs and Champaign-Urbana startup communi ty as a whole have to deal with. This will help us share and learn from ea ch-other's experiences\, find relevant connections and numerous other reso urces that Chambana community has to offer\, and if nothing else\, just ve nt. Because\, let's be honest\, startups are hard!\n\nLooking forward to c hat!\n\nP.S. If you would like to discuss a specific idea and you think it will take more than a few minutes\, please let the organizers know in adv ance (via a direct message) so that we can include it in our meetup announ cement.\n\nWe are back to in-person meetup. LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T113049Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/startup-champaign/events/fkznvsykcjbmb/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Startup Champaign END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR