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Meet the Newcomers! Wear your Halloween Costume (optional)!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday October 31, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Meet and welcome The Illinois Club's newest members on the 4th Thursday of each month. Newcomers, your first drink is on us! Don't miss out -- collect your free drink ticket on your first visit (soft drinks included) and mingle with fellow members. Outside food is allowed, but a food truck(s) will also be available. For more info contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Save the Date(s)Holiday PartyTuesday December 17, 2024 President's House Scholarship Awards Brunch Saturday, March 8, 2025 Holiday Inn, Champaign Spring Fling Tuesday, May 6, 2025 Papa Del's Details will follow as we get closer to each event. Looking forward to seeing each and every one of you! More Events, To Be Announced...Past EventsOPENING PARTY ON Thursday, September 12, 20245:00-7:00 PMLodgic Event Room 1807 S Neil St, Champaign Appetizers and soft drinks will be available. Explore all the interest groups with their interactive displays and friendly members ready to answer all your burning questions! This is your chance to join the groups that spark your curiosity and connect with like-minded folks. The opening party is a free event for all members and their guests however it is important that you let us know you will be attending. Planning to attend? Please let us know by September 7 by emailing: reservations@theillinoisclub.org with the number and names of those in your party. Looking forward to seeing you there! Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday September 26, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday August 29, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Meet and welcome The Illinois Club's newest members on the 4th Thursday of each month. Newcomers, your first drink is on us! Don't miss out -- collect your free drink ticket on your first visit (soft drinks included) and mingle with fellow members. Outside food is allowed, but Watson's food truck will also be available. For more info contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org
See Tours for details. Scholarship Awards LuncheonSaturday March 2, 202411:30am: Meet and Greet 12noon: Luncheon followed by keuynote, scholarship awards, and acceptance remarks Savoy Room, Holiday Inn & Conference Center 101 Trade Center Drive, Champaign Join your Illinois Club friends as we honor our Scholarship awardees. This is always a heartwarming event which gives everyone a chance to meet the outstanding students. There will also be a short business meeting to approve and elect the proposed 2024-2025 TIC Board . Buffet Menu: Sliced seasonal fruit and berries, farm fresh scrambled eggs, shredded hash browns, sliced ham, biscuits and gravy, assorted coffee cakes, scones, fruit juices and freshly brewed coffee - regular and decaf and herbal tea. Reservation Deadline: 5:00 PM, Tuesday, February 27. No refunds after February 27 Cost: $27 per person for both members and guests. RSVP: Email the full names of attendees to reservations@theillinoisclub.org Questions: scholarships@theillinoisclub.org Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday July 25, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday May 23, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday April 25, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday March 28, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday February 29, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday January 25, 2024; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, but a food truck will also be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. TIC Holiday Party - Let's Get Merry !Thursday, December 14, 20236:30-8:30 PM The Villas at Ashland Farms Clubhouse 2757 JT Coffman Dr Champaign IL (map) Put on your holiday party best and join The Illinois Club for a Holiday Happy Hour. Please bring a bottle of wine or beverage of your choice and a sweet dessert or savory appetizer to share. The club will provide hot cider, holiday music and friendship. A $5.00/person donation will be requested at the party to cover the cost of the room rental and partyware. Please RSVP to this invitation. Attendance is limited to the first 75 to respond. Please consider carpooling due to limited parking. Street parking is available on the west side of Madelyn Dr and the north side of JT Coffman Dr. RSVP is required. There is no advance payment for this event. All members who have renewed their membership should have received an (emailed) Evite for this event. Please respond to that. If you did not receive the Evite, please send your name to reservations@theillinoisclub.org
See Tours for details. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday November 30, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday October 26, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday September 28, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, but a food truck will also be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. OPENING PARTYPapa Del's Pizza Factory1201 S. Neil St, Champaign (map) Thursday, September 14: 5:00 - 7:00 PM Get ready to indulge in delicious pizza and endless fun at our FREE Opening Party! All members and their guests are invited to join in on the excitement! Explore vibrant interest groups with their interactive displays and friendly members ready to answer all your burning questions! This is your chance to join the ones that spark your curiosity and connect with like-minded folks! Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday July 27, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. CU4DINNER - All Club ActivityGreenhouse Cafe at Allerton Park515 Old Timber Rd, Monticello (map) Thursday, June 15, 2023: 6:00 PM Optional hike before dinner. Contact Linda if you are interested in hiking with a group. RSVP with Linda at CU4dinner@theillinoisclub.org Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday June 1, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. 2023 Spring Happy HourTuesday, May 2, 2023; 5:00 - 7:00pmPapa Del's Pizza Factory 1201 S Neil Street, Champaign (map) Special Guest: Joe Rank will speak to us about the Welcome Center Allice Campbell Alumni Center There will be a delicious selection of savory hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar. Veggies & Homemade Ranch Dressing * Toasted Beef & Cheese Ravioli * Goat Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms * Mozzarella Cheese Sticks * Various Party Pizzas * Fresh Seasonal Fruit The cost is $20/person for Members and $30/person for Non-Members Reservation deadline is Monday, April 24th. Have questions? Contact meetingmanager@theillinoisclub.org Krannert UncorkedKrannert Center for the Performing Arts - Stage 5500 S. Goodwin, Urbana Thursday April 27, 2023; 5:00 - 7:00 PM Join us at Krannert Uncorked! Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, try a new wine and listen to some great local musical artists. Robin and the Toad, from Andes to Zappa. This six-piece ensemble from Urbana-Champaign plays an astounding range of music. Sometimes madcap, sometimes soulful, always compelling. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday April 6, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information.
The Waste Transfer Station, or Materials Recovery Facility, is a unique feature of the University of Illinois. On average, waste management sees about 50,000 pounds of landfill-bound waste come through each day. Learn how the university recycles several million pounds of material (paper, cardboard, aluminum, plastic, vehicle tires, scrap metal) each year. RSVP by March 31 to tours@theillinoisclub.org HISTORIC DANVILLE TOURWednesday, March 15: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PMVermilion County Museum and Fithian Home 116 North Gilbert Street, Danville Join us for a tour of the Vermilion County Museum and adjacent Fithian Home, a Lincoln Site on the National Registry of Historic Places. Afterwards, we will tour the Lamon House, an 1850 Greek revival cottage, believed to be the oldest frame house in the Danville area. Optional lunch afterwards at Charlotte's Coffee & Tea. Cost: $10 cash for Museum and House tours. Lunch on your own. RSVP by March 8 via tours@theillinoisclub.org. Please indicate if you are interested in lunch. Carpooling information will be sent prior to the tour. For more information visit the Illinois Club Tours page. Scholarship LuncheonSaturday March 4, 202311:30am: Meet and Greet 12noon: Luncheon, followed by scholarship awards and acceptance remarks White Oaks Ballroom, Holiday Inn & Conference Center 101 Trade Center Drive, Champaign Join your Illinois Club friends as we honor our Scholarship awardees. *There will also be a very short business meeting to elect the 2023-2024 TIC Board . Guest speaker: Dr. Jim Hintz, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Success, Inclusion, and Belonging Reservation Deadline: 5:00 PM, Tuesday, February 28 If you have questions, please email president@theillinoisclub.org or scholarships@theillinoisclub.org Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday March 2, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact Ann at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday February 2, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday January 5, 2023; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information.
The tour will be followed by an optional (pay your own) lunch at Houlihan's located in the I Hotel, 1902 S. 1st Street, Champaign. Please see Tours for details. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana (map) Thursday December 1, 2022; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Krannert UncorkedKrannert Center for the Performing Arts - Stage 5500 S. Goodwin, Urbana Thursday November 10, 2022; 5:00 - 7:00 PM Arcola-based Los Texano'z will be at Stage 5 in the Krannert Center lobby with two sets of classic Tejano music. This accordion-based quartet combines Mexican Spanish vocal styles with European rhythmic influences such as the polka or waltz. You'll be on your feet and dancing in no time! Join us at Krannert Uncorked! Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, try a new wine and listen to some great local musical artists. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana Thursday November 3, 2022; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Krannert UncorkedKrannert Center for the Performing Arts - Stage 5500 S. Goodwin, Urbana Thursday October 20, 2022; 5:00 - 7:00 PM Join us at Krannert Uncorked! Stage 5 is the crossroads to gather, make connections, try a new wine and listen to some great local musical artists. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana Thursday October 6, 2022; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Watson's Chicken food truck will be available. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Pat Cardenas and Lynn Kelly at tours@theillinoisclub.org for more information or any questions you may have. Opening PartyLodgic Everyday Community1807 S. Neil at Fox Drive, Champaign Thursday, September 15, 2022 5:30 - 7:00 PM Come socialize with old friends and meet new ones as we kick off the Club year. Meet the Interest Group Coordinators, learn about their plans and sign up! Guests are welcome. Invite your friends and invite them to join the club! No charge for the event and light refreshments. Cash bar. The wearing of masks will be guided by any state, local and Lodgic rules in effect at the time of the event. Planning to Attend? Please let us know by September 8 by emailing: reservations@theillinoisclub.org Meet the Newcomers!Riggs Beer Company1901 S. High Cross Road, Urbana Thursday September 8, 2022; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday August 4, 2022; 5:30 - 7:00 PM Thursday July 7, 2022; 5:30 - 7:00 PM RSVP requested for Newcomers only. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Calling all club members! Come on out to Riggs to meet and welcome new Illinois Club members. Newcomers, the first one's on us, so be sure to check in to collect your one free drink ticket on your first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Piato To Go food truck will be available. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Happy Hour at Houlihan'siHotel Patio PlayThursday, June 23 6:00 to 8:00 PM All club members are welcome. Everyone has enjoyed the revitalization of the Krannert Uncorked Interest Group. To keep the fun going over the summer, we will meet up at Houlihan's at the iHotel Patio Play. We have a table for 12 reserved on June 23rd from 6:00-8:00 pm. The Live Jukebox will be providing the tunes and house wines are only $6/glass. Reserve your spot by emailing Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org Newcomers please RSVP to Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org so we can watch for you. Meet the Newcomers Social HourRiggs Beer Company Thursday, June 2: 5:30 - 7:00 PM 1901 S. High Cross Road, UrbanaRSVP requested for Newcomers only. Email newcomers@theillinoisclub.org All club members are welcome. Newcomers please check in to collect your one free drink for new members on their first visit, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Bringing in outside food is allowed, and the Piato food truck will be available. Contact Christina at newcomers@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Refund of Spring EventIf you paid for the Spring Event and didn't receive your refund contact treasurer@theillinoisclub.orgSpring Happy HourSorry - this event has been canceled Have questions? Contact meetingmanager@theillinoisclub.org
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Cost: $39/members and $49/guests 60 person limit. Newcomers & Social HourKrannert Center for the Performing Arts500 S. Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL (map) Thursday April 7, 2022 5pm - 7pm On the April 7th gathering, we will meet at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts at 5PM - 7PM, instead of 5:30 pm at the Riggs. There's a Latin Jazz Band (University Band) playing on Stage 5. Please look for The Illinois Club sign (it's huge, you cannot miss it!) and join us. Parking deck is free after 5pm, the special price for a glass of wine is $5.00 for you. Come and enjoy the music and unwind. Contact Christina (newcomers@theillinoisclub.org) for more information. Tour: The Geology of Building Materials Used on CampusSaturday, Mach 26, 2022; 10:00am - 12 noonwalking from: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Led by Steve Marshak, this campus walking tour is free, but limited to the first 25 to sign up. See Tours for details.
Newcomers, when you arrive, please start at the Party Patio to collect a token for a free drink, which can include nonalcoholic beverages. Outside food is allowed, so feel free to bring something to eat. In addition, the Flour & Fire Pizza food truck may be available on site. Contact Christina (newcomers@theillinoisclub.org) for more information.
Have questions? Contact meetingmanager@theillinoisclub.org
Limit of 50. RSVP by Monday, November 1 to reservations@theillinoisclub.org. Masks must be worn for all indoor portions of the tour. Have you ever wondered what all those burned-out buildings are as you drive down Windsor Road near Neil Street? Now is your opportunity to see them up close! Our Fire Service Institute tour will include a 30 minute presentation and questions period on the science of fire and how dangerous it can be. We will then do a walking tour of the grounds, see the different areas used for training, and observe classes in action. Classes being conducted will include live fire, industrial training, and a couple of other groups on site doing some specialized training. You don't want to miss this amazing opportunity! See Tours for details
The wearing of face masks will be required when you are not seated and enjoying the food and beverages. PLANNING TO ATTEND? Please let us know by September 2nd by emailing reservations@theillinoisclub.org Have Questions? Contact: communications@theillinoisclub.org or president@theillinoisclub.org
Grab a drink and join us at our reserved table in the beer garden. No reservations required. Members who bring a guest will enjoy a drink for you and your guest on the Club. Food trucks are often available and outside food is allowed. For more information contact: communications@theillinoisclub.org
For the health and comfort of all, The Illinois Club has reserved the whole space inside and outside. Wearing masks when not seated at a table is required by the State of Illinois. Join us at Riggs on May 11th for our first in person event in a year. There will be a "MASKuerade" Prize for the best mask i so put on your funniest, most colorful, most fetching mask and let's have some fun! Have questions? Contact: reservations@theillinoisclub.org or president@theillinoisclub.org for more information. Spring 2021 Tour - University of Illinois Research Park - via ZoomSaturday, April 10, 2021; 11:00 AMJoin us for a virtual tour of the University of Illinois Research Park. Please see Tours for details. 3rd week Speakers from our CampusThursday, March 18, 2021; 5:15-6:15 PMSpring Gardening with Pat Sollars Pat will give a live presentation via ZOOM from the UI Extension Office. They request that we register in advance for the presentation at https://go.illinois.edu/SpringGardeningwithPatSollars. Once you register, you will receive the Zoom link to attend. Deadline to register is midnight March 17. Pat Sollars, a Vermilion County Master Gardener, will speak to us about spring gardens using a combination of photos of plantings in her garden and near her home in Vermilion County, plus gardens she has seen, and will suggest plants that are colorful and that will do well in our spaces. Pat will include a section on attracting hummingbirds to our landscape. She is happy to answer your questions at the end. Scholarship AwardsSaturday, March 6, 2021; 5-7 PM on ZoomThe link will be sent out by email the week before the event. Meet this year's scholarship award winners and their families. Help us celebrate their hard work and learn about their accomplishments. Due to COVID 19 we are unable to honor them with our usual brunch, but we hope you will show up and honor them with your presence on zoom. Each award winner will be making a presentation. They deserve and appreciate your support. The more faces the better. Our guest speaker will be Roy Campbell, Sohaib and Sara Abbasi Professor Emeritus of Computer Science at the University of Illinois There will be a brief business meeting at this event to elect our board for the 2021 - 2022 year. 3rd week Speakers from our CampusThursday, February 18, 2021; 5:15-6:30 PMKevin Hamilton, Dean of Fine and Applied Arts Art's Role in National Recovery Please welcome FAA Dean Kevin Hamilton to hear about the challenges facing the Arts. Meeting starts at 5:15; speaker plus Q&A at 5:20 - 6pm; social opportunity to 6:15pm Check your email for Zoom connection information
Holiday PartyThursday, December 10, 2020; 7:00-8:00 PMZoom with dinner, piano by Rick Murphy Meal by Michael's - self hosted/delivered ($20/person) Zoom link and menu choices to follow (closer to date) Extra, Extra ... Listen All About It 3rd week Speakers from our CampusThursday, November 19, 2020; 5:15-6:30 PMAlice Cary, new police chief U of I Check your email for Zoom connection information TIC Halloween PartyThursday, October 29, 2020; 7:00 PM on ZoomYou don't want to miss this ... Put on a costume. Grab a ghoulish beverage and log on for some fun. Best costume prize will be a free membership in 2021-2022. Be creative, be traditional, be there even if you are not in costume to enjoy the scene created by others. For more information, see our most recent posting in E News, or contact Jane Meyers at meetingmanager@theillinoisclub.org.
Transition Board MeetingOutgoing & Incoming Board Members to attendThursday, May 7; 12:00 PM Zoom teleconference For more information, contact Helen at president@theillinoisclub.org. Spring Happy HourHistoric Danville - TourVisit the Vermilion County Museum, the Fithian Home (a Lincoln site on the National Register of Historic Places), and Lamon House, thought to be the oldest frame residence in Danville. Lunch at Charlotte's Coffee & Tea. Please see Tours for details. Scholarships Awards Brunch(event info)Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 10am iHotel & Conference Center, 1900 S. 1st Street, Champaign (map) Meet our amazing scholarship winners and hear their stories. Besides students who "Make a Difference" in their communities, our winners focus on Global Studies, Education, the Humanities, and Fine Arts.
Tickets: Members $25, Guests $30 each Parking is available in the underground parking garage. Tour of the University Library Oak Street facility and the John Velde Library Conservation Laboratory809 S. Oak Street, Champaign (map)Friday, November 22, 2019; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, followed by an optional, pay on your own, lunch at Baxter's American Grill. Registration deadline: Tuesday, November 19. Please indicate if you might be interested in lunch. Join us for a FREE, behind-the-scenes guided tour of the University Library high-density storage unit, which primarily houses items with low circulation history. Please see Tours for details. Tour of the Richmond Family Welcome GalleryLocated in Alice Campbell Alumni Center, 601 S. Lincoln Avenue, Urbana (map)Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 5:15pm - 6:30pm Cost: Free Registration open October 12 - 24 The Richmond Family Welcome Gallery at the Alice Campbell Alumni Center is a showcase for the heritage and global impact of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Featuring interactive exhibits about the past, present, and future of the University, the Welcome Gallery serves as a destination for returning alumni and other campus visitors and a gateway through which prospective students and their families can begin their Illinois experience. Please see Tours for details. Tour - Discover ClintonFriday, October 11, 2019; 9:30am - 4:30pmCost: $5.00 for the C.H. Moore Homestead & $7.00 for the Timberview Alpaca Farm (payment to be collected with we meet to carpool) Deadline to register is October 7, or when the registration limit of 23 is reached Join us for a tour of the C.H. Moore Homestead and the Timberview Alpaca Farm. We will plan to have lunch in between visiting the homestead and farm. Please see Tours for details. Fall Open HouseThursday, September 5, 2019; 5:00 - 7:00pmAlice Campbell Alumni Center, 601 S Lincoln Ave, Urbana (map) Join us in a New Approach to Saying "Hello" and "Welcome"Free Parking after 5:00pm in the Alumni Center, Spurlock Museum and Krannert Center lots and after 6:00pm on the street.Why attend the open house?
Newcomers Event - Neighborhood Night in the ParkWednesday August 7, 2019; 6:30-8:00pm.Meadowbrook PrairiePlay Playground in Urbana (map) See Newcomers for details. Spring Luncheon 2019(event info)Saturday, May 4, 2019; 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Hyatt Place Hotel, 217 N Neil St, Champaign (map). Please join The Illinois Club for our annual Spring Luncheon. Invite a guest to join you and introduce them to the Club. We will be accepting membership dues for the 2019-20 year at the Luncheon. Program: Guest speaker Dr. Samantha Sanders, new Director of the Wildlife Medical Clinic at the University of Illinois and a Lecturer in Zoological Medicine at the College of Veterinary Medicine, will present "Conservation of the African Penguin, One Health in the Real World." Tour the U of I Wildlife Medical ClinicMonday, April 22, 2019; 10:30 AM1005 Hazelwood Drive, Urbana (map). See Tours for details. Spring Tour: National Museum of Ship Models and Sea HistoryFriday, April 5, 2019; approximately 9 AM - 2 PMin Sadorus, IL (map). See Tours for details. Scholarships Awards Brunch(event info)Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 10am I Hotel, 1900 S. 1st Street, Champaign (map) Meet our amazing scholarship winners and hear their stories. Besides students who "Make a Difference" in their communities, our winners focus on Global Studies, Education, the Humanities, and Fine Arts. Our speaker will be Mariselle Melendez, Head of Spanish and Portuguese, professor of Colonial Spanish American Literatures and Cultures, and a Conrad Humanities Scholar at the U of I. Newcomers - Riggs Brewery (all members invited)Saturday, February 23, 2019, 5:30 PM; Optional tour: 6:00 PMRiggs Beer Company, Urbana (map) A fun night out for Newcomers and other TIC members, including an optional Riggs Brewery tour and tasting, food,* and games.** Pulled pork sandwiches provided. Non-alcoholic beverages, wine, and beer available for purchase at the bar. See Newcomers for details. Reservation Deadline: February 18 Holiday Party(event info)Thursday, December 13, 2018, 4:30-6:30 pm The President's House, 711 W Florida Ave., Urbana (map) Join us for a holiday reception in the historic University President's home, graciously hosted by President Timothy Killeen and his wife, Dr. Roberta Johnson Killeen. Celebrate holiday fellowship with friends. Meet the Killeens. Sample holiday refreshments. Enjoy music by well-known local pianist Ernie Hoffman. Parking will be provided in the west grass lot. Handicap parking will be available in the circle drive. A wheelchair lift is available if needed. Please let us know with your reservation. Reservation Deadline: Wednesday, November 28 Refund Deadline: Wednesday, November 28 Members $18, Guests $23 (Note: PayPal adds $1 to each ticket) Holiday Homes Tour - DecaturTuesday, December 4, 2018Tour the Oglesby Mansion and the James Millikin Homestead, decorated for the holidays. Please see Tours for details. Newcomers Meet & GreetTuesday, November 6, 20187:00 - 9:00 PM Newcomers are invited to attend a small group Meet & Greet this fall to get acquainted with board members over dessert & coffee. Please see Newcomers for details. Farm Tour & Seminar - Champaign CountyFriday, October 26, 2018Visit a working farm in Champaign County followed by a seminar on contemporary issues of farming in central Illinois, from economics to sustainability and environmental issues. Please see Tours for details. Fall Expo
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
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