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Thursday, June 11
Art in Motion Dance Studio’s 35th Anniversary Recital Showcase
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Virginia Theatre, Champaign, IL
Details: See performances showcasing over three decades of passion, growth and artistry. Runs through Saturday, June 13.
https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1126
Knitting Night @ The Scratching Post
Time: 7:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.
Location: The Scratching Post, Champaign, IL
Details: Join in a knitting circle! Bring your current project and get advice from veteran knitters. Reserve your spot by emailing info@scratchingpostcafe.com.
https://experiencecu.org/events
Friday, June 12
One Root Collective Silent Disco Fundraiser
Time: 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Location: Copper Creek Church, Champaign, IL
Details: Dance and play games at this sensory-friendly silent disco. All proceeds go toward providing academic and social-emotional support for neurodivergent youth in Champaign.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/one-root-collective-silent-disco-fundraiser
Jason Blake
Time: 6:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.
Location: Riggs Beer Company, Urbana, IL
Details: Hear music on the Warr guitar, a unique 12-stringed instrument, from this Chicago musician.
https://www.riggsbeer.com/events/live-music-jason-blake-561-544/
Saturday, June 13
Danville Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Location: 2721 N. Vermilion St., Danville, IL
Details: Peruse dozens of local vendors every Saturday until October 3.
https://danvillefarmersmarket.com/
Yoga in the Park
Time: 9:00 a.m. — 10:00 a.m.
Location: Meadowbrook Park, Urbana, IL
Details: Let yourself be guided through a morning of awareness and excercise.
https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/free-yoga-in-the-park
Dexter O’Neal and Funk Yard
Time: 8:00 p.m. — 11:00 p.m.
Location: Rose Bowl Tavern, Urbana, IL
Details: Come for a night of classic R&B hits by this Peoria cover band.
https://rosebowltavern.com/
Sunday, June 14
Vintage Baseball Game
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Dana Colbert Park, Savoy, IL
Details: Watch the Champaign Clippers play the McLean County Prairie Chickens — no gloves, underhand pitching and vintage rules.
https://champaignclippers.org/schedule/
Allerton Mansion Tour
Time: 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Location: Allerton Park & Retreat Center, Monticello, IL
Details: Hear about the history and creation of Robert Allerton’s 1900s-era mansion and estate.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-mansion-tours-tickets-1974870941147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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