Draw a story with pictures and and make a mini "film" using stop motion photography.

For children entering grades 2 to 6.

Prairie Rivers Network is excited to bring one of the largest environmental film festivals to Illinois. THE WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL is a collection of films from the annual festival held in Nevada City, CA, now in its 15th year! The festival focuses on films which speak to the environmental concerns and celebrations of our planet, and it gives PRN an opportunity to inspire the public to affect environmental change here in Illinois. The festival offers ways for our members, supporters, and friends to get energized and empowered to work to protect clean water, wildlife habitat, and our rich natural landscapes.

When: April 4, 2017; 5 pm doors open, film program 6 pm – 9 pm
Where: Art Theater, 126 W Church St, Champaign, IL 61820
Tickets: $10 General Admission, $30 General Admission With PRN Membership

Proceeds from this event are going to support clean water initiatives.

More information is available at http://prairierivers.org/wsffnike

PechaKucha Night C-U returns for another night of captivating stories and unique perspectives! First devised by a pair of Tokyo architects in 2003, PechaKucha Nights have become international phenomena that use a simple concept to create big community exchanges. Presenters have 20 images and 20 seconds per image to share their ideas, works, and passions for a total of 6 minutes and 40 seconds flat.

THE DETAILS:
Saturday, February 11th, 2017
The Virginia Theatre, 203 W. Park Avenue, Champaign
Doors open at 7:30 pm, show at 8:20 pm
Admission: $10 in advance/ $15 at the door
Tickets available online at the Virginia Theatre website
Possible Mature Content, 18+ recommended

Get ready for ten thought-provoking presentations:
Isaac Arms: Community & Culture Through Music: What We Find / What We Leave Behind
Ainslie Heilich: Living the Tuscola Dream
Kelsey Langley: Child's Play
Kate McDowell: Storytelling Thinking for Professionals
David Michael Moore: Design to Make a Difference
Hugh Monahan: The Empathy of Games
Nicole Musumeci: Growing Community
Kirby Pringle: Benefits of Creating Habitat for Pollinators
Candice Solomon-Strutz: Raising Children in an Interracial Family
Sierra Young: Blow-Up and Robot Stories

We are excited to welcome Ralph Roether to the stage as our emcee for the night!

Let your friends know you are coming by RSVPing on Facebook!

WHERE CAN I FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT PECHA KUCHA NIGHT C-U?
For additional info, or if interested in presenting at a future PechaKucha Night Champaign-Urbana, visit http://thecudo.org/portfolio/pechakucha-night/

Check out the www.pechakucha.org global website to get a sense of the magnitude of the event as well as our city page, www.pechakucha.org/night/champaign-urbana.

Follow us on Twitter: @pechakuchaCU
Become a fan on Facebook: www.facebook.com/pechakuchaCU
For more information about CUDO visit thecudo.org
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One of our favorite holiday traditions returns! Don't miss this chance to take in a classic Christmas tale at the historic Virginia with family and friends- and enjoy a nice cup of hot chocolate, with our compliments, at each screening!

Dec 12-13 The Bishop's Wife (1947) Not Rated (109 min) Dec 14-15 The Man Who Came to Dinner (1942) Rated G (112 min) Dec 16 Miracle on 34th Street (1947) Not Rated (96 min) Dec 17 It's A Wonderful Life (1946) Rated PG (130 min)

All screenings 7pm (with a 1pm matinee Saturday)
Tickets: $6 (or see all four for $18)Boots