Contact event organizers for updates before attending events/meetings during the COVID-19 restrictions.
Friday, December 11
Wave to Santa: 5-7 p.m. Santa will wave to children from his toy shop window at Oxner’s, southeast quadrant of Monument Square. Santa’s Mail Box is right outside the store. Include address and maybe get a message from Santa.
The Gloria Theatre: Polar Express, rated G, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 12
The Gloria Theatre: Polar Express, rated G, at 4:30 p.m.
The Gloria Theatre: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, rated PG, at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 13
The Gloria Theatre: Polar Express, rated G, at 5:30 p.m.
The Gloria Theatre: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, rated PG, at 2:30 p.m.
Monday, December 14
Grab & Go Kits: available starting today at the Champaign County Library for preschool kids, K-6th grade kids, and teens. Visit library to get kit or call to reserve one while supplies last.
Binary Code Holiday Ornaments: starting today at the Champaign County Library, kids (3rd grade and older) and teens can choose a holiday (Hanukkah, Kwanza or Christmas) and make an ornament in binary code that says “Read.”
Take It-Make It: starting today at the Champaign County Library, adults can relieve stress by picking up a stress relief kit with treats and activities. Limited number of kits.
Tuesday, December 15
Mercy Mobile Mammography Van: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Gentle Care – Dr. Ellen Spinner, 15 N. Main St., Mechanicsburg. Make appointment at 937-523-9332. Walk-ins generally available, not guaranteed. Bring photo ID and insurance card.
Christmas Party: 5-7 p.m., Mechanicsburg Public Library. Visit meeting room and choose holiday crafts to take home. Stop by the photo booth to add to your Instagram feed. Socially-distanced event.
Urbana Board of Education: regular 6 p.m. meeting, Elementary Multipurpose Room/Gymnasium, elementary/junior high building, 1673 S. U.S. Route 68 (note change of location)