It’s hard to get in the falling leaves and autumn adventure spirit when it’s still hot out, but try your best this week!

It’s hard to get in the falling leaves and autumn adventure spirit when it’s still hot out, but try your best this week!

As a new season breaks through the summer months, one thing is far from over: farmers market season.

As a new season breaks through the summer months, one thing is far from over: farmers market season.

Between one of the biggest days of the year in Monticello, a home game for the red hot Parkland Volleyball team, and a unique drone light show from U of I's Aerospace Engineering department, this week is shaping up to be as #OutsideofOrdinary as ever!

Between one of the biggest days of the year in Monticello, a home game for the red hot Parkland Volleyball team, and a unique drone light show from U of I's Aerospace Engineering department, this week is shaping up to be as #OutsideofOrdinary as ever!

September marks the end of summer, so a full vacation might be out of the picture. Luckily, there are a ton of day trip possibilities in the greater Champaign County area!

September marks the end of summer, so a full vacation might be out of the picture. Luckily, there are a ton of day trip possibilities in the greater Champaign County area!

September continues to bring fun annual events we look forward to all year long. Needless to say, there’s no shortage of #OutsideofOrdinary moments to be had!

September continues to bring fun annual events we look forward to all year long. Needless to say, there’s no shortage of #OutsideofOrdinary moments to be had!

It’s amazing month for music in the greater Champaign County area! Following ELLNORA, here are some concerts you can look forward to in the greater Champaign County area!

It’s amazing month for music in the greater Champaign County area! Following ELLNORA, here are some concerts you can look forward to in the greater Champaign County area!

With some new updates, returning favorites, and an ever-growing effort to expose the community to Asian culture, let’s take a look at what to expect from this year’s Matsuri Festival at the Japan House.

With some new updates, returning favorites, and an ever-growing effort to expose the community to Asian culture, let’s take a look at what to expect from this year’s Matsuri Festival at the Japan House.

A very happy Labor Day to everyone, and with the unusual week, hopefully you feel encouraged to get out of your comfort zone and do something a little Outside of Ordinary!

A very happy Labor Day to everyone, and with the unusual week, hopefully you feel encouraged to get out of your comfort zone and do something a little Outside of Ordinary!

ELLNORA | The Guitar Festival consists of some of the world's most talented musicians all playing in one unique space: the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Read our guide to this Outside of Ordinary festival!

ELLNORA | The Guitar Festival consists of some of the world's most talented musicians all playing in one unique space: the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Read our guide to this Outside of Ordinary festival!

In our last blog for new U of I students, we're laying out a Food Bucket List to help get newcomers to our community introduced

In our last blog for new U of I students, we're laying out a Food Bucket List to help get newcomers to our community introduced

This time of year, there is an electricity in the air around the greater Champaign County area. Between fall festivals, community event, and arts and culture celebrations, there is so much to do in September!

This time of year, there is an electricity in the air around the greater Champaign County area. Between fall festivals, community event, and arts and culture celebrations, there is so much to do in September!

With some of the richest soil in the world, the greater Champaign County area has a bounty of fresh ingredients. Discover our top recommendations for eating local.

With some of the richest soil in the world, the greater Champaign County area has a bounty of fresh ingredients. Discover our top recommendations for eating local.

The saying “the music never stopped” reigns true when it comes to the sounds of the greater Champaign County area. Consider this our entertainment bucket list, compiled with the music lover in mind.

The saying “the music never stopped” reigns true when it comes to the sounds of the greater Champaign County area. Consider this our entertainment bucket list, compiled with the music lover in mind.

The end of August brings a huge community event in Arthur, as well as the return of Illini Football, and many more hints that Fall isn’t far behind!

The end of August brings a huge community event in Arthur, as well as the return of Illini Football, and many more hints that Fall isn’t far behind!

The greater Champaign County area is a hotbed for festivals and events that are sure to give your Instagram followers FOMO. We’ve created a list of our top 10 festivals, featuring the best in music, culture and food, so you don’t miss out.

The greater Champaign County area is a hotbed for festivals and events that are sure to give your Instagram followers FOMO. We’ve created a list of our top 10 festivals, featuring the best in music, culture and food, so you don’t miss out.

In the final entry of our On a Dime series, we’re taking a look at family activities for all ages!

In the final entry of our On a Dime series, we’re taking a look at family activities for all ages!

It's finally here: students return to our #OutsideofOrdinary community! Between Urbana Sweetcorn Festival and more end-of-summer events, it’s an exciting time to be in the greater Champaign County area!

It's finally here: students return to our #OutsideofOrdinary community! Between Urbana Sweetcorn Festival and more end-of-summer events, it’s an exciting time to be in the greater Champaign County area!

No matter where you go after college, our #OutsideofOrdinary community will always be yours. Here are our tips for new U of I students in the first entry of our Illini School Year Guide!

No matter where you go after college, our #OutsideofOrdinary community will always be yours. Here are our tips for new U of I students in the first entry of our Illini School Year Guide!

Summer and food festivals: we challenge you to name a better combination! A ton of great end-of-summer food festivals happen all over the greater Champaign County area, and we want to make sure you have August all planned out!

Summer and food festivals: we challenge you to name a better combination! A ton of great end-of-summer food festivals happen all over the greater Champaign County area, and we want to make sure you have August all planned out!

There are some amazing deals around the greater Visit Champaign county area. If you know where to look, you can find amazing deals for any meal of the day, including food trucks, free kid’s meals, and more!

There are some amazing deals around the greater Visit Champaign county area. If you know where to look, you can find amazing deals for any meal of the day, including food trucks, free kid’s meals, and more!

A lot of great events take place this week, making it a wonderful week to practice Living Outside of Ordinary!

A lot of great events take place this week, making it a wonderful week to practice Living Outside of Ordinary!

Visitors and residents alike are always looking for affordable ways to enjoy our Outside of Ordinary area, so we’re starting a new blog series this week with some end of the summer fun you can do "on a dime!"

Visitors and residents alike are always looking for affordable ways to enjoy our Outside of Ordinary area, so we’re starting a new blog series this week with some end of the summer fun you can do "on a dime!"

August is full of great shows in the greater Champaign County area! We wanted to give you a snapshot of concerts happening in our area, so check out our concert calendar for the month of August With each concert, you’ll find a link to tickets if applicable, as well as info on when, where, and what time!

August is full of great shows in the greater Champaign County area! We wanted to give you a snapshot of concerts happening in our area, so check out our concert calendar for the month of August With each concert, you’ll find a link to tickets if applicable, as well as info on when, where, and what time!

Whether touring in Jenny Lewis’s Voyager band, collaborating and touring with artists like Vanessa Carlton and Robyn Hitchcock, or releasing three solo albums to critical acclaim, Tristen has been busy. That means a lot of time on the road, including a stop at the Rose Bowl Tavern in Urbana this Thursday.

Whether touring in Jenny Lewis’s Voyager band, collaborating and touring with artists like Vanessa Carlton and Robyn Hitchcock, or releasing three solo albums to critical acclaim, Tristen has been busy. That means a lot of time on the road, including a stop at the Rose Bowl Tavern in Urbana this Thursday.

August is underway, and with ways to get outside, eat great local food, and more, this week is full of Outside of Ordinary opportunities!

August is underway, and with ways to get outside, eat great local food, and more, this week is full of Outside of Ordinary opportunities!

We’re a few days into August now, and the sights of school supplies and back to school shopping commercials may be tricking you into thinking summer is all but over. Nonsense! There’s plenty of time to keep summer alive, so we’ve compiled a before-school-starts bucket list for kids, including outdoor activities, amazing attractions, and some last-minute fun and games before the bell rings on the 2019-2020 school year.

We’re a few days into August now, and the sights of school supplies and back to school shopping commercials may be tricking you into thinking summer is all but over. Nonsense! There’s plenty of time to keep summer alive, so we’ve compiled a before-school-starts bucket list for kids, including outdoor activities, amazing attractions, and some last-minute fun and games before the bell rings on the 2019-2020 school year.

August is upon us, so it’s time to look at some of the most highly anticipated events of the upcoming month!

August is upon us, so it’s time to look at some of the most highly anticipated events of the upcoming month!

We’re heading into a brand new month, so start things off by making things Outside of Ordinary!

We’re heading into a brand new month, so start things off by making things Outside of Ordinary!

Planning a date can sometimes feel tedious, so we’re going to handle things for you. Here are some summer date night spots worth planning with a loved one, friend, or family member!

Planning a date can sometimes feel tedious, so we’re going to handle things for you. Here are some summer date night spots worth planning with a loved one, friend, or family member!

Rather than offer training tips or a guide to great toys, we want to give you an overview to some dog friendly activities and features of the greater Champaign County area so that you know all there is to enjoy with your four-legged friend.

Rather than offer training tips or a guide to great toys, we want to give you an overview to some dog friendly activities and features of the greater Champaign County area so that you know all there is to enjoy with your four-legged friend.

This week, you can head to the Champaign County fair all week long! Plus, grab lunch at a local food hall, check out summer fun favorites, and as always, do whatever makes your week memorable!

This week, you can head to the Champaign County fair all week long! Plus, grab lunch at a local food hall, check out summer fun favorites, and as always, do whatever makes your week memorable!

Curious about how to tackle the Champaign County Fair’s robust schedule of events and activities? We’ve got you covered with our 2019 Champaign County Fair Guide.

Curious about how to tackle the Champaign County Fair’s robust schedule of events and activities? We’ve got you covered with our 2019 Champaign County Fair Guide.

Luckily for us, there are a lot of “staycation” opportunities right here in the greater Champaign County area! Here are just a few ideas for a trip right in your own backyard!

Luckily for us, there are a lot of “staycation” opportunities right here in the greater Champaign County area! Here are just a few ideas for a trip right in your own backyard!

This week, aim to do something a bit out of your comfort zone! Whatever you do, make it Outside of Ordinary!

This week, aim to do something a bit out of your comfort zone! Whatever you do, make it Outside of Ordinary!

Nick Rainey, General Manager at Barrelhouse 34, gave us the inside scoop on which beers to look out for this weekend at Midwest Beer Fest!

Nick Rainey, General Manager at Barrelhouse 34, gave us the inside scoop on which beers to look out for this weekend at Midwest Beer Fest!

It can be hard to keep cool when the humidity, sun, and temperature are all trying to outdo each other. Don’t sweat it! There are plenty of places in the greater Champaign County area to grab a frozen treat to fight the heat.

It can be hard to keep cool when the humidity, sun, and temperature are all trying to outdo each other. Don’t sweat it! There are plenty of places in the greater Champaign County area to grab a frozen treat to fight the heat.

Summer keeps on truckin’ along, and so do all the #OutsideofOrdinary things to do in the greater Champaign County area!

Summer keeps on truckin’ along, and so do all the #OutsideofOrdinary things to do in the greater Champaign County area!

At the I&I Antique Tractor & Gas Engine Club Showgrounds, attendees will see a ton of amazing things, so be sure not to miss these 8 highlights over the four-day Historic Farm Days in Penfield.

At the I&I Antique Tractor & Gas Engine Club Showgrounds, attendees will see a ton of amazing things, so be sure not to miss these 8 highlights over the four-day Historic Farm Days in Penfield.

We wanted to give you a snapshot of concerts happening in our area, so check out our concert calendar for the month of July.

We wanted to give you a snapshot of concerts happening in our area, so check out our concert calendar for the month of July.

Curious about when to head out and catch fireworks? Luckily, there are lit skies to be seen Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday in the greater Champaign County area.

Curious about when to head out and catch fireworks? Luckily, there are lit skies to be seen Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday in the greater Champaign County area.

The 4th is on everyone’s minds this week, but in the greater Champaign County area, there are ways to find things to do any day of the year!

The 4th is on everyone’s minds this week, but in the greater Champaign County area, there are ways to find things to do any day of the year!

Fourth of July events will get their separate blog, but let's look at the rest of the month to come and see what Outside of Ordinary events there are to enjoy!

Fourth of July events will get their separate blog, but let's look at the rest of the month to come and see what Outside of Ordinary events there are to enjoy!

We've been detailing a few trips to take outside of Champaign-Urbana, and we wrap up this week with Monticello, Mahomet, and Rantoul!

We've been detailing a few trips to take outside of Champaign-Urbana, and we wrap up this week with Monticello, Mahomet, and Rantoul!

Summer is in full swing, and it’s time to get out into every inch of our #OutsideofOrdinary community!

Summer is in full swing, and it’s time to get out into every inch of our #OutsideofOrdinary community!

Nothing beats a great road trip, so let's look at some great opportunities awaiting in Tuscola and Arthur!

Nothing beats a great road trip, so let's look at some great opportunities awaiting in Tuscola and Arthur!

Here’s your guide to catching a live show this weekend! From international touring acts to local favorites, music is in the air this weekend!

Here’s your guide to catching a live show this weekend! From international touring acts to local favorites, music is in the air this weekend!

Cloudy Mondays don’t make for a dreary week when you’re Living #OutsideofOrdinary! Kick things off today with something outside of your normal routine.

Cloudy Mondays don’t make for a dreary week when you’re Living #OutsideofOrdinary! Kick things off today with something outside of your normal routine.

If you’re looking for some inspiration for Father's Day plans, there’s plenty to do in the greater Champaign County this weekend, some of which is specifically themed around that special guy in your life.

If you’re looking for some inspiration for Father's Day plans, there’s plenty to do in the greater Champaign County this weekend, some of which is specifically themed around that special guy in your life.

Nothing beats a great road trip, and with so many things to see and do in St. Joe and Homer, plan a visit with this handy road trip guide!

Nothing beats a great road trip, and with so many things to see and do in St. Joe and Homer, plan a visit with this handy road trip guide!

This week, try Living #OutsideofOrdinary with some amazing opportunities to celebrate PRIDE, take a swim, and taste the best that Asia has to offer!

This week, try Living #OutsideofOrdinary with some amazing opportunities to celebrate PRIDE, take a swim, and taste the best that Asia has to offer!

The weekend is a great time to get out in the community and have some fun! Luckily, this weekend is stacked with fun events, summer festivals, and some Outside of Ordinary attractions that are sure to make this weekend a memorable one!

The weekend is a great time to get out in the community and have some fun! Luckily, this weekend is stacked with fun events, summer festivals, and some Outside of Ordinary attractions that are sure to make this weekend a memorable one!

If you’re looking to celebrate Pride Month in Champaign County, here are some great ways to do so, thanks to programming by the UP Center!

If you’re looking to celebrate Pride Month in Champaign County, here are some great ways to do so, thanks to programming by the UP Center!

June is finally here! The year is flying by, so slow things down with something a little #OutsideofOrdinary every day this week. A memory takes a moment to make!

June is finally here! The year is flying by, so slow things down with something a little #OutsideofOrdinary every day this week. A memory takes a moment to make!

May is making way for June, and that means it’s time to look at the upcoming month and all of the Outside of Ordinary events to take advantage of in the greater Champaign County area!

May is making way for June, and that means it’s time to look at the upcoming month and all of the Outside of Ordinary events to take advantage of in the greater Champaign County area!

In the final entry of our blog series, Museum May, we turn our final entry to the various ways the CCMN is offering opportunities that prove to be fun for the whole family.

In the final entry of our blog series, Museum May, we turn our final entry to the various ways the CCMN is offering opportunities that prove to be fun for the whole family.

Happy Memorial Day! It’s a short week for some, and the start of summer for others. Even if your work week is unchanged, that doesn’t mean you can’t find a few ways to break the routine and Live #OutsideofOrdinary!

Happy Memorial Day! It’s a short week for some, and the start of summer for others. Even if your work week is unchanged, that doesn’t mean you can’t find a few ways to break the routine and Live #OutsideofOrdinary!

There are a lot of fun things to do in the greater Champaign County area, but if you’re short on ideas, here are 5 ways to make Memorial Day weekend memorable in our area!

There are a lot of fun things to do in the greater Champaign County area, but if you’re short on ideas, here are 5 ways to make Memorial Day weekend memorable in our area!

In the greater Champaign County area, nature never fails to entertain residents and visitors of all ages, and these CMNN summer programs and events are sure to be a hit!

In the greater Champaign County area, nature never fails to entertain residents and visitors of all ages, and these CMNN summer programs and events are sure to be a hit!

Spring is here to stay, and you can tell! Not only is the weather warming up and staying there, but more and more seasonal community events are returning.

Spring is here to stay, and you can tell! Not only is the weather warming up and staying there, but more and more seasonal community events are returning.

Two of our favorite area museums, Museum of the Grand Prairie and the Champaign County History Museum, have great programs and opportunities featured in the coming months.

Two of our favorite area museums, Museum of the Grand Prairie and the Champaign County History Museum, have great programs and opportunities featured in the coming months.

Is this finally the week we get warm and stay there? Let’s hope so, because spring concerts and outdoor adventure are ramping up in the greater Champaign County area.

Is this finally the week we get warm and stay there? Let’s hope so, because spring concerts and outdoor adventure are ramping up in the greater Champaign County area.

There are a ton of reasons to love Arthur, but if you haven’t been in awhile, the Back Forty Market is a great reason to visit again!

There are a ton of reasons to love Arthur, but if you haven’t been in awhile, the Back Forty Market is a great reason to visit again!

Feeling like going floral for Mother's Day this year? Here are some great events and opportunities in our area this weekend!

Feeling like going floral for Mother's Day this year? Here are some great events and opportunities in our area this weekend!

For National Tourism and Travel Week, we've put together a social media challenge to get you thinking about why Travel Matters!

For National Tourism and Travel Week, we've put together a social media challenge to get you thinking about why Travel Matters!

Looking for the perfect photo op for social media? These picture perfect spots in Champaign-Urbana are sure to go viral!

Looking for the perfect photo op for social media? These picture perfect spots in Champaign-Urbana are sure to go viral!

Farm life is unlike anything else. At Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, daily stresses and every day anxieties melt away.

Farm life is unlike anything else. At Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, daily stresses and every day anxieties melt away.

If your kids attend the University of Illinois, you’re lucky, because the greater Champaign County area is filled with exciting attractions, great local restaurants and cultural experiences unique to this college town—and we’re going to share them with you.

If your kids attend the University of Illinois, you’re lucky, because the greater Champaign County area is filled with exciting attractions, great local restaurants and cultural experiences unique to this college town—and we’re going to share them with you.

Fancy yourself a foodie? Then check out the ultimate, mouthwatering guide for 36 tasty hours of fresh, local flavors in the Champaign-Urbana area of eastern Illinois.

Fancy yourself a foodie? Then check out the ultimate, mouthwatering guide for 36 tasty hours of fresh, local flavors in the Champaign-Urbana area of eastern Illinois.

Krannert's 50th is a great time to look back on the construction of the facility, and the culture surrounding this Outside of Ordinary arts resource in our community.

Krannert's 50th is a great time to look back on the construction of the facility, and the culture surrounding this Outside of Ordinary arts resource in our community.

Pi Day brings to mind one thing here at VCC: delicious, decedent pies! We’ll leave the math to students at Parkland and U of I, because today we’ve got local pie on the brain!

Pi Day brings to mind one thing here at VCC: delicious, decedent pies! We’ll leave the math to students at Parkland and U of I, because today we’ve got local pie on the brain!

The saying “the music never stopped” reigns true when it comes to the sounds of the greater Champaign County area.

The saying “the music never stopped” reigns true when it comes to the sounds of the greater Champaign County area.

Here’s our top recommendations for integrating arts and culture into your visit to the greater Champaign County area.

Here’s our top recommendations for integrating arts and culture into your visit to the greater Champaign County area.

Sometimes, the best getaway is one with your girlfriends, where you can escape the everyday stresses, let your hair down and explore with your best friends. We’ve assembled our top stops to help you plan an Outside of Ordinary girlfriends’ getaway!

Sometimes, the best getaway is one with your girlfriends, where you can escape the everyday stresses, let your hair down and explore with your best friends. We’ve assembled our top stops to help you plan an Outside of Ordinary girlfriends’ getaway!

Foodies, rejoice! We’ve created a mouthwatering guide to all things food in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Foodies, rejoice! We’ve created a mouthwatering guide to all things food in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Whether you’re hosting guests, staying around town, or just curious about what sort of menu to play as the holidays season continues, we hope this list of Christmas Day openings around the greater Champaign County area helps!

Whether you’re hosting guests, staying around town, or just curious about what sort of menu to play as the holidays season continues, we hope this list of Christmas Day openings around the greater Champaign County area helps!

Summertime? Forget that, we are going to argue that WINTER is actually the perfect season for drinking a local craft beer.

Summertime? Forget that, we are going to argue that WINTER is actually the perfect season for drinking a local craft beer.

Show somebody that you think they’re Outside of Ordinary with a special gift from a local business! The greater Champaign County area is a hotbed for great local shopping, which makes it easy to check off every name of your list right here in our community!

Show somebody that you think they’re Outside of Ordinary with a special gift from a local business! The greater Champaign County area is a hotbed for great local shopping, which makes it easy to check off every name of your list right here in our community!

Thanksgiving is a busy day, and not just for those who are cooking! Here's a guide of places that you could grab a meal on Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving is a busy day, and not just for those who are cooking! Here's a guide of places that you could grab a meal on Thanksgiving!

The Boneyard Arts Festival, presented by 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council, is something entirely Outside of Ordinary. If this is your first time taking part in this event, we’re here to help you learn how to “Boneyard.”

The Boneyard Arts Festival, presented by 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council, is something entirely Outside of Ordinary. If this is your first time taking part in this event, we’re here to help you learn how to “Boneyard.”