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Two campus tours are planned for our members to enjoy learning more about our University community --please put these dates on your calendar. Sheila Ott and Sandy Beak have scheduled tours specially organized to inform members about an exciting new facility, and to explore an existing lovely theater complex. In addition to our great campus tours, once again we are conducting a joint bus tour with the CU Symphony Guild. This pre-holiday shopping and sightseeing trip to the wonderful Oak Brook area is not to be missed! Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Lobby Friday, November 19 at 1:00 PM 500 South Goodwin, Urbana Student led tour of the Krannert Center for Performing Arts complex, including 4 theaters and lobby, production, scenery, and costume areas with discussion of the history of the building. Lunch beforehand is possible at Intermezzo Cafe. Metered parking is underground, with best availability entering from the north. To register, call Sandy Beak at 217-344-6856, or e-mail her at tours@theillinoisclub.org. Activities & Recreation Center Lobby Thursday, April 21 at 1:30 PM 201 East Peabody Drive, Champaign A student led tour of the new Activities and Recreation Center (ARC). This will include various areas, gyms, and workout facilities. Refreshments will be available for purchase after the hour long tour, and metered parking is available west of the building. Bring your quarters! To register, call Sheila Ott at 217-356-7896, or e-mail her at tours@theillinoisclub.org. Oak Brook Shopping & Sightseeing (Registration Form) Tuesday, November 9 at 7:15 AM 1914 Glenn Park Drive, Champaign Deadline: Tuesday, November 2 You can meet your friends at our departure point in the County Market parking lot on Glenn Park Dr. (just off of Mattis Avenue). Please park your car in the Southwest corner of the lot by 7:15 AM and climb aboard in time for our 7:30 AM departure. Reservations accepted until Tuesday, November 2. Requests for refunds are only honored if someone on the waiting list is available to fill your place. Light snacks will be provided coming and going, but lunch will be on your own at one of the many good Oak Brook restaurants. Bring a cooler if you intend to purchase food at any of our stops. Expect return time between 7 and 8 PM. Snacks, transportation and tips are included in the $65.00 per person trip cost. Enjoy! Contact us at 217-367-0800 or archivist@theillinoisclub.org. Vivian Larson & Jane Myers, organizing chairs Please check HERE for a full list of upcoming tours. You may also send an email to tours@theillinoisclub.org to inquire. | | |||
