Heritage High Schools’ Jada Davis and Kailee Eldridge were named to the Illinois State Scholar Program by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). Illinois State Scholars must be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen who is also a resident of Illinois. The student must attend an approved high school, take […]
Santa comes to Oakwood Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the First Farmer’s Bank from 10 a.m. to noon and at the Oakwood Public Library from from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 7. The Oakwood Public Library will also have games crafts and games. Christmas Decorating Contest The Village […]
Homer for the Holidays Salt Fork Center, Homer Lake Forest Preserve, 2-4 p.m.There’s no place like Homer for the holidays! Join us at Homer Lake for our natural approach to creating unique holiday gifts. Stations will be set up for children to make and take home presents and decorations for […]
Stockings for Strength Help make a teen battling cancer smile this holiday season by donating to Stockings for Strength. Donation boxes are located at Mercantile Antiques as well as the Island Travel Hub. Suggested items include: fuzzy socks, handheld games and puzzles, Christmas banners and decor, card games, arts and craft […]
BY DANI TIETZ dani@sjodaily.com There is nothing like spending time with family for the holidays. For decades, the Champaign-Urbana Ballet Academy’s performance of “The Nutcracker” has brought families together as they dress up to watch the ballet on stage. And while many may not notice, the organization has also brought […]
Heritage Performing Arts will be hosting their winter program on Dec. 13. Grades K-4 will present their winter program in the Heritage Elementary and Junior High Gym from 2 to 3 p.m. From 7 to 8 p.m., fifth-grade students will perform with the Heritage Junior High and High School choral […]
The St. Joseph-Ogden High School Band will perform their Holiday Concert, featuring the Band, Jazz Band, Choir, and Guitar Ensemble, on Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. The concert will be in the small gym of the high school and admission is free.
Getting pancakes at Applebee’s is a great way to support the St. Joseph-Ogden Band. For $5, guests can get a plate of pancakes, a side of bacon and a drink at the Applebee’s located at 2121 North Prospect in Champaign on Dec. 7 from 8 to 10 a.m.
An afternoon spent at a local Christmas tree farm and an evening gathered around the tree with twinkling lights is a tradition that many families share. But finding the perfect tree and keeping it looking good throughout the holiday season takes a little know-how. For starters, know what kind of […]
Picking up a freshly-cut Christmas tree is a family event that is sure to create lasting memories. East Central Illinois has a great selection of fresh-cut Christmas trees that are sure to make your home sparkle during the holidays. Our Christmas tree farm guide will help you find that perfect […]
