February 10 - 17 2011

This event will benefit the Center for Women in Transition. Bid in a silent auction on jewelry by Christopher’s Fine Jewelry. Hors d’oeurvres and dinner served by Chef Benjamin & Co., wine provided by Corkscrew Wine Emporium and dessert from Sweet Indulgence. It will be an entertaining evening with a 40′s Hollywood Glam theme with entertainment provided by Star Talent Events and Steve Holstein emceeing! Couples, Singles, Pairs & Groups are welcome;

Individual tickets are $50, pairs are $75 and a table of ten is $350.

If you would like to be involved in sponsoring this event, donating an auction item or purchasing tickets, contact Michelle Alldredge at malldredge@illiniradio.com or 217-202-8114.

Friday, February 11th
6:30 – 10:30pm
Refinery
2302 West John Street
Champaign

The Briggs Houchin Duo plays soft jazz that swings. Get there early for “Appy Hour,” half-priced appetizers in the bar.

Silvercreek will be offering a special Valentine’s Day menu Friday-Monday evening. We will also feature our “Mountain of Love” dessert buffet which includes a variety of delicious chocolate treats. Reservations are still available!  Check out the menu.

If you would like more information, please contact Amy Pellum at cousil@comcast.net or call 217-328-3402.

February 12th – 14th
5:00 – 11:00pm
Silvercreek Restaurant
402 North Race Street

LIP SERVICE is a 12-man jazz ensemble comprised of some of the best jazz musicians in the Midwest.  Melding jazz, pop, rock, classical, funk, and hip-hop into one truly weird and unique package, this ensemble brings music places you’ve never heard before.  Come join us at the Iron Post this Saturday for a truly astounding musical experience!

For more information, please email Joel Caracci at joel.caracci@gmail.com.

Saturday, February 12th
9:30pm – Midnight
The Iron Post
120 South Race Street

This Valentine’s weekend, stop in after 7pm on Saturday for a listen, and sip interesting wine flights paired with both savory and sweet delights (and yes, this includes our house-made chocolate truffles).  We will also be open on Monday, February 14th to repeat the aforementioned specials.  The chocolate truffles are also a great match with coffee and espresso!

If you would like to learn more, please visit our website at www.winesatthepines.com or call 217-607-0048.

Saturday, Feb. 12^th Hours: 10:00am – Midnight

Monday, Feb. 14^th Hours: Noon – 8:00pm
Wines at the Pines
2860 South Philo Road

Join us in our new location for a sampling of fun ways to meditate and connect with your heart self.  We’ll be enjoying meditations in creativity, breath techniques, yoga, expressions of gratitude, and much more.  Meditation can be a celebration of who you are and what you love.  Come expand your experience of meditation.  Refreshments will also be provided.

For more information, please contact Meditation Arts at meditationarts@gmail.com or 217-377-5271.

Saturday, February 12th
2:00 – 4:00pm
Meditation Arts
Lower level of Shared Space Artist Co-op
123 West Main Street

Just in time for last minute Valentine’s day gifts, local Jewelry Designer Carol Blumthal will be hosting a show of her work at Buvons wine bar.  Stop by to see the work of this new up-and-comer. Necklaces, Rings, Bracelets, and Earrings will be featured.

Sunday, February 13th
2:00 – 4:00pm
The Corkscrew Wine Emporium
203 North Vine Street

A simple point-and-shoot digital camera can have dozens of settings, from shutter speed to white balance to ISO. You’ll learn what those terms mean and much more at The News-Gazette’s first “Learn How to Use Your Digital Camera” workshop. You will have the opportunity to learn from the News-Gazette’s award-winning photo-journalist, Darrell Hoemann.

For just $25, anyone with a point-and-shoot digital camera (limited to 25) may participate.  You will have the opportunity to get lessons, ask questions, receive giveaways and eat snacks.

For more information on registration, please contact Amanda Hartman at ahartman@news-gazette.com or call 217-351-5252.

Tuesday, February 15th
6:00 – 9:00pm
The News-Gazette
15 Main Street
Champaign

Amara Yoga & Arts will be hosting an opening reception for an art exhibition by two local artists, Frederic Beaugeard and Sergio Juan, in the studio gallery at Lincoln Square.  Both artists will be showing drawings through March 15th.  There will be live music by local singer Cara Maurizi during the open reception.

If you have any questions, please visit us at www.amarayoga.com or email us at info@amarayoga.com.

Friday, February 18th
7:30 – 9:00pm
Amara Yoga & Arts
Suite 156B, Lincoln Square