Good Day
Champaign
Monday, October 27th, 2025
Good morning, Champaign. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With Daylight Saving Time ending on Nov. 2 at 2 a.m., local parents are advised to shift bedtimes gradually, use dim lighting—turning off screens and playing white noise, and let kids expend extra energy to help adjust to the change. Families are also reminded to check smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries ahead of the time change. ChambanaMoms
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Public Lecture on Boredom: Insights from Blaise Pascal
7-8:30 p.m. — Champaign Public Library — Free entry — Explore thoughts on boredom inspired by Blaise Pascal in an engaging lecture with a Q&A session.
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National Cat Day Fundraiser Raffle
9:30-10 p.m. — The Scratching Post CU — $5 each or 5 for $20 — Win over $160 worth of cat goodies while supporting local rescues.
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Comedy Open Mic Night
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Unleash your inner comedian at a lively open mic night every Thursday.
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Fighting Illini Hockey Showdown
7-11 p.m. — UI Ice Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Halloween while cheering for the Fighting Illini in a thrilling hockey match against Rutgers.
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COCO Screening
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Virginia Theatre — Rated PG — Experience the heartwarming story of Miguel and his passion for music despite family traditions.
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27th Annual Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie
9:00 – 11:30 AM — Meadowbrook Park — Registration fees apply — Run or walk to support conservation efforts at Grand Prairie Friends.
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CUDO Plays Game Night
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana — Free entry — Engage with fellow gamers and explore games with compelling themes.
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Public Lecture on AI, Writing, and Integrity
7-8:30 p.m. — Champaign Public Library — Free entry — Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, writing, and ethical integrity in this engaging lecture.
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Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan Listening Tour - Champaign
4-6 p.m. — University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Free entry — Contribute to the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan to enhance math education for all students.
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Comedy Open Mic Night at The Space
8-10 p.m. — The Space — Free entry — Test your comedic skills or enjoy fresh talent at this weekly open mic event.
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