Family & Graduate Housing - Event Calendar (Apartments)

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Sunday, November 2, 2025

  • 4:00 pm
    Orchard Downs Community Center

    Residents are invited to participate in a free yoga class by Sri Sri Yoga every Sunday. Yoga offers numerous benefits for both the mind and body. It enhances flexibility, strength, and balance through various poses and stretches. Additionally, yoga promotes mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety, and improving focus and relaxation.

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

  • 9:30 - 11:00 am
    Learning Resource Center (2044-A)

    A free English Class for international students, scholars, and their spouses/partners on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. This class focuses on vocabulary and is for intermediate and advanced students.

  • 2:30 - 4:30 pm
    Learning Resource Center (2044-A)

    Bring your project and materials and learn some sewing tips as well as handicrafts! This activity is provided by the International Hospitality Committee. Please RSVP to Christina Myers if you plan to attend, ckmyers2@gmail.com.

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    6:00 pm
    Orchard Downs Community Center

    Join us each month for Dinner & Dialogue! Each month will be a new topic and food selection. October’s topic will be learning about Day of the Dead with Family & Graduate Housing staff facilitating an educational presentation. Food will be served from Mo’s Burritos along with the availability of a vegetarian option.

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

  • 2:00 - 3:30 pm
    Learning Resource Center (2044-A)

    This weekly class offers an informal setting for international participants to practice and improve their English-speaking skills. Classes are free of charge; however, regular attendance is encouraged to maximize learning. This class is organized by the International Hospitality Committee.

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Saturday, November 8, 2025

  • 9:00 - 11:00 am
    Learning Resource Center (2044-A) Streetside

    Need small kitchen items? Visit the Lending Storeroom every Saturday from 9-11 a.m. on the streetside of 2044-A in Orchard Downs. Residents can borrow items they need for the duration of their stay at Family & Graduate Housing.

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    3:00 - 6:00 pm
    SDRP 2025 ABC (301 E. Gregory St., Champaign)

    Join us on Saturday, November 8, from 3–6 p.m. at SDRP 2025 ABC for an afternoon of fun, connection, and celebration. This special event honors the vibrant and diverse community of Family & Graduate Housing residents—each of you is an important part of the Illinois family!