Viola's 2013 Fall Calendar

  • quilting
    2:00 - 4:00 pm    1/7/2026
    Siebel Center for Design (1208 S. Fourth St. Champaign, IL 61820) - Classroom 1000

    Discover the art of American quilting through stories, patterns, and community traditions. This workshop includes a trunk show of traditional and modern quilts and a hands-on activity where you’ll create your own fabric star ornament—no sewing experience needed. Free and open to all, with snacks provided.

  • GE Spring 2026
    All Day    1/8/2026
    In-person on University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana campus

    FINAL APPLICATION DEADLINE IS TODAY! Are you passionate about sharing your culture and connecting with others? Join the Global Educators Program! This program is perfect for anyone who wants to make a meaningful impact on campus by representing their home country. If you're enthusiastic about intercultural exchange and open to building new skills, apply now!

  • 12:00 pm    1/12/2026
    Zoom

  • 8:00 am - 1:00 pm    1/13/2026
    University Library

    All campus libraries will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 13, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for an all-employee event. Library digital resources will remain available during this closure and may be accessed through the Library Gateway (click the link above). Please arrange your study or research schedule accordingly.

  • cozy crafts
    12:00 - 3:00 pm    1/14/2026
    University YMCA - Murphy Lounge (1001 S Wright St, Champaign, IL 61820)

    Join us for fun activities and get connected with other students and find your home away from home. In this session we will offer a variety of crafts to work on including crochet and calligraphy. We will provide materials and will be able to teach you the basics of each. Lunch is provided on a first come, first serve basis.

  • creative play
    1:00 - 4:00 pm    1/15/2026
    Main Library - Orange Room (1408 W. Gregory Drive, Champaign IL)

    Come enjoy some creative time in the library! We’ll have board games, puzzles, and supplies to make your own zine (pronounced ZEEN)! Zines are DIY self-published works that can be about anything you want. Stop by to see some example zines, learn a zine fold, and make your own with free materials supplied by the library. All are welcome! Free and open to all with snacks pro

  • 2:00 pm    1/15/2026
    Virtual on Zoom

  • 8:30 am    1/16/2026

  • All Day    1/20/2026

  • Begin the semester with a warm and engaging conversation about how people across the globe welcome the winter season. We will explore holidays, New Year traditions, and other seasonal celebrations that bring communities together. Join us to share your own customs and learn how others find joy and meaning during this time of year. Free and open to all.
    12:30 - 1:50 pm    1/22/2026
    Siebel Center for Design (1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820) Starlight Room and Upper Lobby

    Begin the semester with a warm and engaging conversation about how people across the globe welcome the winter season. We will explore holidays, New Year traditions, and other seasonal celebrations that bring communities together. Join us to share your own customs and learn how others find joy and meaning during this time of year. Free and open to all.

  • 5:30 pm    1/22/2026
    Spurlock Museum