- Les Claviers present: Resonance: Hosted by the RSO Les Claviers, the band Resonance will be giving a special performance in Courtyard Café. Monday, April 16 at 5:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming at iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Mr. G Phi Omega: Hosted by the RSO Gamma Phi Omega, this will be a variety show in Courtyard Café. Tuesday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Cake It, Take it!: The Illini Union Board will be hosting a DIY cake decorating class with a professional pastry chef. Come learn how University Housing’s very own pastry chef Brittany Brown chose this profession and then stay and learn some tricks of the trade. Cakes, cupcakes, frosting, and decorating supplies will be provided. Tuesday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. in I-Room B (free). Contact the Illini Union Board at www.iuboard.illinois.edu for more information.
- IUB Art Gallery Opening Reception: The Illini Union Board is hosting an opening reception for the exhibit “Untold” by local artist Lori Fuller. Enjoy a socially engaging humanistic art experience that gives viewers insight on the influence of the natural world on one’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Light refreshments will be provided. Wednesday, April 18 at 4:30 p.m. in the Illini Union Art Gallery (free). Contact the Illini Union Board at www.iuboard.illinois.edu for more information.
- Courtyard Sessions & Courtyard Karaoke: Come to a Courtyard double take! UIUC’s hottest electronic DJs spinning beats in Courtyard Café from 6-8pm, followed by karaoke from 8-11 pm. Wednesday, April 18 at 6:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Korean Fashion Cultural Night: Hosted by the RSO Korean Cultural Center, come learn about traditional Korean fashion in Courtyard Café. Thursday, April 19 at 6:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Catch 22: Hosted by the RSO Delta Sigma Theta, enjoy this variety show live in Courtyard Café. Friday, April 20 at 6:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Illini Union Weekend Film Series featuring “Den of Thieves”: Join the Illini Union Board as we watch “Den of Thieves”. A gritty crime saga which follows the lives of an elite unit of the LA County Sheriff's Dept. and the state's most successful bank robbery crew as the outlaws plan a seemingly impossible heist on the Federal Reserve Bank. Rated R. Friday, April 20 and Saturday, April 21 at 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. (Saturday only) in the Illini Union Room Pine Lounge (free to students with current UIUC ID only). Contact the Illini Union Board at www.iuboard.illinois.edu for more information.
- Open Mic Night: Put on by the RSO Music for the Masses—they host a wide variety of talent from the U of I campus. Come join us! Saturday, April 21 at 8:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Bangladeshi Night: Hosted by the RSO Bangladeshi Student Association, come enjoy a variety show and learn about Bangladeshi culture in Courtyard Café. Sunday, April 22 at 5:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- TRAKHOUSE: Hosted by students in the College of Engineering and other creatives to combat the large-scale exploitation of artists by record labels. Come listen to their platform that intersects all aspects of the artists’ experience- bringing together the platform, performance, and promotion. Free Pizza (while supplies last). Monday, April 23 at 6:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Hip Hop Collective: Hosted by UIUC Music Professor Rudolf Haken and his students, and the RSO 3V. Come enjoy live performances dedicated to Hip Hop. Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Courtyard Sessions & Courtyard Karaoke: Come to a Courtyard double take! UIUC’s hottest electronic DJs spinning beats in Courtyard Café from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., followed by karaoke from 8:00 – 11:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
- Friday Night Comedy: Friday Night Comedy featuring Spicy Clamato & DeBono Improv, is happening in the Courtyard Café. Come out and have a laugh! Friday, April 27 at 8:00 p.m. in the Illini Union Courtyard Café (free). Contact Courtyard Café Programming iucourtyard@illinois.edu for more information.
Thanks to Laurel Rosch of the Illini Union for these information items.