Goodbye, April… the strangest month we’ve ever had.
With some not-so-ordinary circumstances, we are here for families in Champaign-Urbana when it comes to the resources you need to navigate these interesting times
Can you believe we’re closing out a month? April may go down as one of the strangest months we’ve ever seen as we entered it under a stay-at-home order and are spending its final days under that order yet still. Children are out of school for the remainder of the school year officially now and while much continues to be closed, we need to run our essential errands and desire to make the best of this situation by supporting local businesses, too.
More of the latest news on supporting our local businesses:
Sweet Indulgence Accepting Curbside Orders at New Location | Where to Find Locally Raised Meat in Champaign-Urbana | Champaign-Urbana Farmers Markets Set Guidelines
The weather is improving and while many activities are closed, it is allowed to participate in some activities outdoors while practicing social distancing with your family. We have a list as to where you can get masks for your family in Champaign-Urbana, as well as parks you can visit that naturally promote social distancing by not having playgrounds (or having trails away from playgrounds you can enjoy). Want to take up fishing as a family this spring? You can safely do that in many locations – visit this post to find out where to fish in 2020.
Stay encouraged, Champaign-Urbana. You’re doing a great job taking care of yourselves and your families and we are grateful more than ever to be a part of this awesome community.
Some events we’d like you to know about:
To find the complete chambanamoms.com event calendar, click here. Our event calendar is serving a much different purpose right now than in typical times. You can submit virtual events you know of (librarians hosting story time, etc.) by clicking here. Be sure to include the complete link to find your streamed event.
Good Night #chambana
Do your kids love to have a bedtime story read to them? Ours do! Being home all day and reading {all.the.books} your kids might want to listen to a new person read them a story. These are happening Monday-Friday, so be sure to check the event calendar next week for the new week’s schedule.
Virtual Meijer 27th Mile Celebrate Victory Bash featuring 90’s Daughter
Tune in Friday night for a special LIVE performance by the incredible 90s Daughter! Share your best Marathon weekend memories, relish the taste of the official beer of the Marathon (get your pickup from Riggs ahead of time), and celebrate the community coming together.
CU Sing a Song Sing-Along
Join ChambanaMoms, Krannert Center, Champaign-Urbana teachers, and other community partners for a virtual sing-along event! Brandon T. Washington, local musician and music educator, will lead a heartwarming rendition of this 1971 tune as families and individuals are encouraged to sing out from their sidewalks, driveways, windows, or balconies.
Live Chat with Busey: Show Some Local Love
Anne Dill, SVP, SBB Business Development Manager, will be chatting with us to tell us more about how we can support our local businesses during this unprecedented time. We will be chatting on the chambanamoms Facebook page, so be sure to join us.
More things to read about
Champaign-Urbana Grocery Store Round-Up | Where to Find Cloth Masks and Materials In and Around Champaign-Urbana | 9 How-To Tips on Running Essential Errands Around Champaign-Urbana | Where to Take Spring Family Photos | Counseling and Mental Health Help for Children in Champaign-Urbana | Where to Get Family Style Takeout in Champaign-Urbana and Beyond
For more events, as always, check our Champaign-Urbana family-friendly events calendar, presented by CIBM Bank.
