Top Ten

December 30th - Jan 6th 2010

  1. 1. “Glimpsings from the Closet Trunk”

    Sculpture and Paintings by Preston Jackson 

    Preston JacksonOn display this season are the sculptures and paintings of Preston Jackson, a professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His works examines life in the southern United States, from the 17th to the early 20th century. Jackson writes of his work, “I feel this is precious history – I create these pieces using bronze as a metaphor, it being a semi-precious metal. The narratives which accompany each sculpture are a type of historical fiction, drawn from research as well as from family memoirs.”

    For more information call 217-367-3711 and learn more about Jackson here.

    Through January 15th
    10:00am – 5:00pm
    Wednesday-Saturday
    Cinema Gallery
    120 W. Main

  2. 2. Children’s Winter Reading Program

    Cozy up to books this Winter! 

    Urbana Free LibraryWhile the snowflakes fall and the temperatures drop, kids and their parents can stay warm as they cozy up together with some great children’s books as part of the Children’s Services Winter Reading Program. To join in the fun, come pick up a program log at the children’s question desk between now and February 28 and take it home along with some books. Readers and listeners can use their log to take a journey along a winter reading path and complete and mark off 11 activities. Some of the activities include reading or listening to a book of your choice, reading or listening to an award-winning book, or reading and listening to a book about an animal.

    Readers and listeners can bring their completed Winter Reading Program log to the children’s question desk anytime before March 15 to receive a children’s book. Book prizes provided by the generosity of the Friends of The Urbana Free Library. For more information, contact Children’s Services at 217-367-4069.
    Now – March 15th
    Urbana Free Library
    210 W. Green Street

  3. 3. Eastland Suites Winter Getaway Package

    Eastland SuitesThe weather outside may become frightful, but Eastland Suites will help you warm up with this special deal, great for a romantic getaway or a fun family weekend.

    The Package includes:
    · Spacious 2-Room King Suite with Sleeper Sofa
    · Complimentary Breakfast
    · Complimentary Local Limousine Service
    · Huge Heated Indoor Pool & Sauna
    · Only $69.00 plus tax
    · Upgrade to a Luxurious Fireplace King Suite for only $79 plus tax!

    Rates based on availability. Reservations required. Call (217) 367-8331 to reserve your suite today! For more information, check out www.eastlandsuitesurbana.com.

    Eastland Suites Hotel and Conference Center
    1907 North Cunningham Avenue

  4. 4. High Heels and Ties at 5

    Connecting with local charities

    High Heels and Ties at 5Don’t miss the Grand Finale at the Refinery this month, and don’t forget about the guys! To raise money for the charities, there will be a pair of Stuart Weitzman pumps and a trip to the Grand Caymen Islands up for auction. For a small donation of $5, enjoy drinks and appetizers from Chef Benjamin, and register for tons of door prizes. Don’t miss your chance to join the UBA and your local community to support local charities! Remember, a Bella prize will be given to the Best High Heels of the Night!

    Thursday, December 30th
    5:00 – 7:30pm
    The Refinery
    2302 W John Street, Champaign

  5. 5. New Year’s Eve Tastings

    A Toast to New Tastes for the New Year

    Wine at the PinesJoin us for a festive night of bubbles, popcorn, and house-made chocolate truffles!  We’ll have a Sparkling wine tasting and tons of sparkling/Champagne available by the glass or as flights.

    For more information about Wines at the Pines, email jessica@winesatthepines.com or click here.

    December 31st
    9:00am – 10:00pm
    Wine at the Pines
    2860 South Philo Road

  6. 6. Family Fun Night: New Year’s Eve

    Book your reservation now at Eastland Suites!

    Eastland NYEBring the family and enjoy New Year’s Eve together this year!  Wii Play Zone, DJ & Dance, Games & Crafts, Bags & Board Tournament, Huge Indoor Pool and more!  Midnight Toast will include cider for the kids & champagne for the adults! Special New Years Eve Menu & cash bar specials will be available!

    Book now by calling (217) 367-8331, or email stay@eastlandsuites.com.

    Friday December 31st
    7:15 – 9:00pm
    Eastland Suites

  7. 7. Release and Renewal

    Living Yoga Center hosts free New Year event 

    Living Yoga CenterStart off your New Year by releasing and letting go of 2010 and creating intentions for the upcoming year. Deb Lister, Director, will lead you through a little yoga, visualization, meditation, and writing. We will end with a fire ceremony. No yoga experience is necessary and this event is free and open to the community. For more information check out www.livingyogacenter.net or call 217-384-5829

    Saturday, January 2nd
    1:00 – 3:00pm
    Living Yoga Center
    115 W. Main St., 2nd floor

  8. 8. The Club Concert

    The Prairie Ensemble’s second eclectic all-chamber concert 

    Prairie EnsembleThe Prairie Ensemble exists to make to make our musical life more interesting, a little different from the norm. Join the Ensemble at the Canopy Club for their January performance. The next one is scheduled for April so make sure to buy your tickets now before they sell out!

    Irving Fine: One, Two, Buckle My Shoe
    Hilary Tann: Winter Sun, Summer Rain
    Richard Strauss: Till Eulenspiegel Another Way
    Gabriel Pierne: Balle du cour
    Igor Stravinsky: Octet
    Michael Daugherty: Dead Elvis
    Scott Joplin: Sun Flower Slow Drag
    James Reese Europe: Castle Walk

    For more information about, check out www.PrairieEnsemble.org or call 217-355-9077.

    Sunday, January 30th
    6:30pm
    The Canopy Club

  9. 9. Gift Certificates for Cake Decorating at Madeline’s

    A great gift for the season!
    Madeline's GalleryHow fun is this? Buffy trained and taught
    Ho Hos to decorate festive edible Yule Logs! Follow this link to watch her display tips and tricks on how to make the holidays a bit more tasty! Learn more fun techniques with Madeline’s gift certificates for cake decorating lessons and private lessons. 

    For more information, call 217-384-7000 or
    check out www.madelines-gallery.com.

    Madeline’s Confectionary Arts Studio and Gallery
    122A West Main Street

  10. 10. New Year’s Eve Party

    Welcome 2011 at Po’ Boys
    Po' BoysAmazing food and drink specials, a raffle and prizes, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight! What more could you ask for the New Year? DJ Bange starts at 8:30pm!

    And cure those New Year’s Eve hangovers with a free shuttle from Po’ Boys to the Illini Basketball games! 

    Friday, December 31st
    6:00pm
    Po’ Boys Restaurant
    1901 South High Cross Road
    Urbana