Michael Vila's calendar for event attendance planning.
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All Day 9/19/2025 - 8/10/2026Main Library Room 346The ancient poet Sappho coined "sweetbitter" in one of her most evocative verses, still striking us to the heart nearly three millennia later. As with so many ancient figures, the poet is more legend than person today, her story told and retold even as her poetry continues to enchant and move. This exhibit will be on display through mid-August 2026.
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10:00 - 10:30 am 12/2/2025Beckman Institute Center AtriumJoin members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.
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All Day 12/2/2025 - 12/6/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignWith over 100 prints on display—including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer—"Imagination, Faith, and Desire" is extraordinary for the significance of the works and the exceptionally high quality of the impressions, the excellence of which rivals the holdings at many major museums. On view September 25, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
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All Day 12/2/2025 - 12/6/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignDon't miss the final week of the "Ronny Quevedo: a l l s t a r s" exhibition at Krannert Art Museum. On view through December 6. *Parking nearby is free on weekends*
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12:00 pm 12/2/2025Coble Hall, room 306 -
12:00 - 1:00 pm 12/3/2025University YMCA/Latzer Hall -
12:00 pm 12/3/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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12:00 pm 12/3/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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1:00 - 3:00 pm 12/3/20252202 Kirk Dr, Room 20, Champaign, IL 6182 -
3:00 pm 12/3/2025Coble Hall, room 306 -
6:00 - 7:30 pm 12/4/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignSPEAK stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge. It is an open-mic public performance space at Krannert Art Museum curated by local artist, Shaya Robinson, featuring guest performers and welcoming all to the mic.
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9:30 - 11:00 am 12/6/2025Champaign Public Library, Lillie Story Room -
1:00 - 3:00 pm 12/7/2025Collaboration and Community Gallery, Spurlock Museum, 600 S. Gregory St., Urbana, ILFree workshop (all ages, esp. 15+): Reflect on how you’ve overcome tough beginnings and create a congratulatory message to your younger self. Turn childhood photos or provided “ancestor” polaroids into meaningful art. No experience needed; all materials supplied. Bring a small childhood photo if you wish.
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2:00 pm 12/7/2025Spurlock Museum: 600 S Gregory St, Urbana, IL 61801In Sept 1985, nearly 80,000 fans filled UIUC’s Memorial Stadium for the first Farm Aid, where 50+ artists raised awareness of the farm crisis. Join our curator for a guided tour of the exhibit marking Farm Aid’s 40th anniversary. Free admission; no registration required.
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All Day 12/9/2025 - 12/13/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignWith over 100 prints on display—including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer—"Imagination, Faith, and Desire" is extraordinary for the significance of the works and the exceptionally high quality of the impressions, the excellence of which rivals the holdings at many major museums. On view September 25, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
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10:00 - 10:30 am 12/9/2025Beckman Institute Center AtriumJoin members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.
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12:00 pm 12/10/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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12:00 pm 12/10/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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12:00 - 3:00 pm 12/11/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Drive, ChampaignCalling all students! Come rest up, study, and relax during this semester's Reading Day! Good luck on finals! FAA Finals Fest includes a coffee bar, snacks, study space, and art-making for students in the galleries. Enjoy a calm and inspiring place to study.
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3:00 - 5:00 pm 12/11/2025Main Library Room 346Come and celebrate the semester’s end with hot apple cider, sweet and salty treats, and relaxing RBML-themed activities. Make a button, fill in a coloring sheet, collaborate on a big puzzle, and snag a fresh print of our annual holiday linocut card! This event is part of the library's Reading Day De-Stress Fest; it is open to the public and refreshments will be served.
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2:30 pm 12/12/2025Beckman Institute, Room 1005Director Steve Maren will provide updates, and you'll hear from members of our strategic planning team. After the town hall, stay for an end-of-the-year celebration.
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1:00 - 3:00 pm 12/13/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignJoin us for ATTACH ART SHOW highlighting artwork by area art students from Urbana, Central, and Centennial High Schools. The show will feature artwork inspired by artwork from the Krannert Art Museum. This art show is a collaboration between Champaign Unit 4 School District, Urbana School District 116, Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation, and Krannert Art Museum.
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10:00 - 10:30 am 12/16/2025Beckman Institute Center AtriumJoin members of the Beckman community for informal conversation and coffee in the Atrium! Gather in the Garden will take place every Tuesday from 10-10:30 a.m.
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All Day 12/16/2025 - 12/20/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignWith over 100 prints on display—including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer—"Imagination, Faith, and Desire" is extraordinary for the significance of the works and the exceptionally high quality of the impressions, the excellence of which rivals the holdings at many major museums. On view September 25, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
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12:00 pm 12/17/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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12:00 pm 12/17/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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10:00 am - 5:00 pm 5:00 PM 12/23/2025Krannert Art Museum, 500 E. Peabody Dr., ChampaignWith over 100 prints on display—including works by Rembrandt, Goya, and Dürer—"Imagination, Faith, and Desire" is extraordinary for the significance of the works and the exceptionally high quality of the impressions, the excellence of which rivals the holdings at many major museums. On view September 25, 2025, through February 28, 2026.
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12:00 pm 12/24/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!
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12:00 pm 12/31/2025Beckman Institute Room 5269-5th Floor TowerJoin us at noon on Wednesdays this fall for yoga with a view! All sessions are free and will be held in Beckman's fifth-floor tower room. All are welcome to bring their own mat!


