Halloween is behind us and we’ve landed right in November, ready to roll those clocks back and start thinking about turkey

Families can choose from a myriad of events and activities this weekend in Champaign-Urbana

We’re not quite sure how this happened but we have landed right in the heart of November all of a sudden. Can you even believe it? As we put Halloween behind us, it is time to roll back the clocks, order up a turkey (don’t delay!) and even start thinking about holiday happenings. We’re coming up on a busy time of year in Champaign-Urbana, so make sure you are checking back often to see what we are sharing to help you march right through the end of winter break.

chambanamoms thanks Modern Family Dinners for bringing us this weekend’s planner

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A few events to check out this weekend

Looking for something to do with your family? You’ve come to the right place! Our events calendar aggregates family-friendly events happening in the Champaign-Urbana metro area. We know you’re busy and looking for a bang for your buck, so we put an emphasis on including free and low-cost events that you can plan to attend on the fly. Please note that events are subject to change without notice.

Find the complete chambanamoms.com event calendar by clicking here now.

Friday, November 5, 2021

Date/Time	Event
11/05/2021 9:00 am - 1:00 pm	Candy Buy Back Event at All Smiles Family Dentistry, Champaign IL
11/05/2021 10:00 am - 11:00 am	Seed Scatter for Homeschoolers - Registration Required at Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, Mahomet IL
11/05/2021 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm	Public Skate at University of Illinois Ice Arena, Champaign Illinois

Applied Research Institute

Is your home’s air healthy? The University of Illinois Indoor Climate Research & Training group is recruiting single family homes built after 2012 for two New Home Indoor Air Quality Studies, one on radon and the other on general contaminants. Homes should be within a ~1-hour drive of Urbana-Champaign. Participants help ICRT advance knowledge in building science and learn about their own home. Homes that qualify for both studies may participate in both. Questions? Contact Kiel at radonstudy-icrt@illinois.edu. Follow the Applied Research Institute on Twitter today.

Saturday, November 6, 2021

Date/Time	Event
11/06/2021 8:00 am - 12:00 pm	Champaign-Urbana Winter Farmers Market at Lincoln Square, Urbana IL
11/06/2021 10:00 am - 10:30 am	Children's Story Time at The Literary at The Literary, Champaign IL
11/06/2021 6:00 pm	Illini Volleyball at Huff Hall, Champaign IL

Lighthouse Autism Center

Known for clinical and operational excellence, Lighthouse Autism Center is now offering center-based ABA therapy in Champaign. With an innovative clinical model called Lighthouse Fusion, therapy at Lighthouse combines the sciences of ABA therapy and speech therapy into one transformative treatment for children with autism. Lighthouse Autism Center in Champaign is now enrolling! Call (217) 295-2491 to learn more! Visit their website or Facebook page.

Sunday, November 7, 2021

Date/Time	Event
11/07/2021 All Day	Daylight Savings Time - Sanity Saving Tips

Bright Starts

Bright Starts is a monthly preschool and dinner event held at the UBEC and sponsored by Junior League. See website and registration link for more details.

Ramais Photography

Building on a background in model and fashion photography, Ramais Photography exhibits a unique mix of love for colorful outdoor scenery, natural and studio lights, expert posing that still allows for a big dose of spontaneity and fun, and the ability to capture the unique personality of their subjects. Ramais Photography specializes in family and senior portraits, as well as professional headshots on location. Quality print products available. Visit their website now.

Live Chat with Busey

With the holidays rapidly approaching, Busey wants to help get you into the spirit of the season by sharing some important ideas to keep in mind when it comes to charitable giving!

Join us on Tuesday, November 9 at 8 p.m. as we chat with Ally Sehy, Senior Vice President – Central Regional Director. During the chat, Ally will share her own experiences with volunteerism at the Don Moyer Boys and Girls Club and what kind of impact charitable giving can have in the community.

Participate in the chat and you could be randomly selected to receive a $100 donation to the charitable organization of your choice! One random winner will be selected at the end of the chat.

Looking for the latest on fall in Champaign-Urbana?

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