The buzz calendar is a compilation of events happening in the Champaign-Urbana area. Follow our top picks every Monday and Thursday for ideas on what to do on any night of the week, from where to eat to what to watch.
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Tuesday, Jan. 9
Krannert Center Tours
3-4 p.m.
500 S Goodwin Ave, Urbana
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Free, all ages
Get a look at the inside of the Krannert Center behind the scenes to gain an idea of what goes into each and every production.
Tuesday Jazz
7-10 p.m.
Boomerangs Bar & Grill, 1309 E. Washington St, Urbana
Free, all ages
Every Tuesday Boomerangs clears the Boom-Stage for the best jazz musicians in the region – cats like Donnie Heitler, Jeff Helgesen, Chip McNeil, Josh Quirk, Clark Gibson (on occasion!), and many many more.
Traditional Jazz Orchestra
5-7 p.m.
The Iron Post, 120 S Race St, Urbana
Free, all ages
Come enjoy the stylings of traditional jazz in an orchestral setting over a drink or a meal.
Wednesday, Jan. 10
Radiohead by Joey Glassman Quartet
8-10 p.m.
The Iron Post, 120 S Race St, Urbana
Free, all ages
The Quartet has added an additional player, so come to hear them perform covers of Radiohead songs on vibes, guitar, bass and drums!
Commander Wednesdays!
5-9 p.m.
Enchantment Alley, 1422 S. Neil St, Champaign
Free, all ages
It is another casual Casual Commander get-together. Play the game in the spacious play area of Enchantment Alley which can accommodate as many as 60 people. Drinks and Snacks will be sold at the store.
Reception and Ribbon-Cutting for “South Farm No. 9” Mural
12-1 p.m.
Phillips Recreation Center, 505 W Stoughton St, Urbana
Free, all ages
Come out to celebrate local artist Kelly Hieronymus and her mural which will be displayed on the front windows of the Urbana Park District’s Phillip Recreation Center.
Homelessness in Champaign Center: a panel discussion
2-3 p.m.
Emmanuel Memorial Episcopal Church, 208 W University Ave, Champaign
Free, all ages
Be part of Champaign Center’s efforts to provide resources to the homeless population in Champaign-Urbana by attending the discussion with a number of panelists from Champaign Police Department. Metered parking is available.
Members’ Half-Price Sale
5 p.m.
Champaign Public Library, 200 W Green St, Champaign
Free, all ages
The Friendship Bookstore offers more than 20,000 used books with discounts as high as 50%. Most items are priced below $2, and all the proceeds will be used to benefit Champaign Public Library.
