Good morning, Champaign.

The Champaign Park District has announced the Lucky Dog 5K event set for March 14 at Heritage Park at 9:30 a.m. Dog owners and others can join a costume contest at 9 a.m. and enjoy a post-race Bark Hour, with fees covering shirts, medals, plus dog supplies.

Champaign Unit 4 is launching the Every Student.

Every Day campaign to tackle chronic absenteeism by partnering with the Champaign County Community Coalition and Urbana School District, offering over 3,000 students tailored attendance plans + daily tracking.

Circular Saw Confidence Series: Build a Small End Table

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Plant Mode — Ticket required — Gain hands-on experience and confidence using a circular saw while building your own small end table.

Peter and the Starcatcher

7-11 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Immerse yourself in this imaginative tale that unravels the backstory of Peter Pan with adventure, pirates, and treasure.

Peter and the Starcatcher

7-11 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the whimsical adventure of Peter Pan's origins with pirates and treasure galore.

An Evening with Dario Cohen featuring Foothill Rounders

8 PM - 10 PM — Fire Doll Studio — Entry fee unspecified — Experience a night of powerful storytelling through the soulful music of Chicago-based singer-songwriter Dario Cohen.

KOKUHO Film Screening

7-11:59 p.m. — Virginia Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a profound documentary on the life and legacy of artist Minoru Kokuho.

IHSA Boys Basketball State Finals

10 AM – 2 PM — State Farm Center — Ticket prices vary — Witness the excitement as the best high school basketball teams compete for the state championship.

Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Baseball

6-7 p.m. — Illinois Field — Check website for pricing — Watch exciting college baseball action as the Gophers take on the Illini.

Lucky Dog 5K

9:30 a.m.–11:59 p.m. — Champaign Park District, 301 N Randolph St, Champaign, IL — Registration required — Run, walk, or stroll alongside your pup at this fun community event.

March Game Night: Medical Games

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Unwind with fellow gamers while enjoying themed medical games or any favorites you wish to bring.

Open Mic Night at The Space

6-9 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Experience a lively night of local music, poetry, and delicious eats in downtown Champaign.