Apr 18 Saturday
The Chatham Area Public Library presents the master watercolor work of Donald Landry. Come see his watercolor solo exhibition "Back To Nature" featuring his artwork.
Apr 19 Sunday
Join us for a month-long celebration of new vegan dishes all over Champaign! Businesses across the area will showcase exciting special vegan menu items, giving everyone the opportunity to explore creative plant-based dishes crafted by talented local chefs.
How It Works:- Visit participating restaurants throughout Champaign- Try their exclusive vegan offerings.- Share your experience—vote, comment, post photos of your favorite meals, and tag us at @veganchefchallengeMWThis event is open to everyone—not just vegans! It’s about bringing our community together to celebrate incredible food and support Champaign chefs.
Get Involved:Looking for ways to connect? Volunteer with us! We’re seeking passionate individuals to help with outreach, event promotion, and community building throughout the month. It's a great way to meet like-minded people and make a difference! Volunteer using this link: TinyURL.com/VOLVCCJoin us in making Champaign an even more inclusive, vibrant, and compassionate community.For details on participating businesses, menus, sponsorship opportunities, and more, visit our website at veganchefchallenge.org/Champaign
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Apr 25 Saturday
Lincoln Home National Historic Site plans to host an animal adoption event and B.A.R.K. Ranger program at 426 S. 7th Street, Springfield, Illinois on Saturday, April 25. The adoption event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the B.A.R.K. Ranger program will be available all day.The park is hosting the animal adoption event in partnership with Springfield’s Animal Protective League (APL). The APL’s Mobile Adoption Unit will be on-site near the Lincoln Home National Historic Site Visitor Center with adoptable cats and dogs. APL staff and volunteers will be available to process adoptions and answer questions.The APL is a non-profit organization committed to caring for sick, injured, abused and abandoned dogs and cats and finding the best possible permanent homes for them. In addition to regular pet adoptions, the organization coordinates cruelty investigations and humane education programs and operates a low cost spay/neuter clinic adjacent to its Springfield shelter. For more information about APL, visit their website at https://www.apl-shelter.org/ or call 217-544-7387.The B.A.R.K. Ranger program is part of the Healthy People Healthy Parks Initiative, which encourages responsible outdoor recreation with pets. B.A.R.K. stands for: Bag your pet’s waste, Always leash your pet, Respect wildlife, and Know where you can go. Rangers will be available all day to assist in participation in the B.A.R.K. Ranger program.The activities are family friendly, free to attend, and open to the public. For more information contact Ashley Parsons at 217-391-3201 or at Ashley_Parsons@nps.gov.
Apr 26 Sunday