This Week in Mahomet: June 15-21
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Summer is in full swing in Mahomet, and our Community Calendar is bursting with fun events that prove it. Below, we explain the categories that make the calendar searchable by interests. In so doing, we are highlighting even more events than usual – read on and see just how wide an array of programming takes place in Mahomet on any given day!
We tend to highlight Entertainment events in our TWIM feature, since there are always so many concerts, game nights, performances, and other fun events for all ages happening around town. This week is no different...
This Thursday, June 18 will be the second installment of Neighborhood Nights, with Acoustic Chaos playing at Bridle Leash Park (6-8 p.m., 902 W. Dianne Lane). (More info) Free
Rad Lad Games always has multiple gaming meetups a week for those interested in playing games like Magic the Gathering together. (More info) Free or $5 cover depending on the game.
Yellow & Co. will host a 90’s Trivia Night on Thursday, June 18 (7 p.m., 1830 Patton Drive Suite 2). Free to play, with a chance to win prizes! (Register here)
Brik’s is hosting Team USA World Cup Watch Parties all month, including the USA vs. Australia game this Friday, June 19 (2 p.m., 1702 Patton Drive). (More info)
Kids Events is a category that is always chock-full of programming for kids and families. This week, don’t miss...
The latest in Mahomet Public Library’s Movie and a Craft series, featuring K-Pop Demon Hunters on Saturday, June 20 (1-3 p.m., 1702 E. Oak Street). Watch the movie on the Edgar Room’s big screen and stay for a themed craft afterwards! (More info) Free
Health & Fitness is brimming with free and affordable workout opportunities held by Mahomet Parks & Recreation, local churches, and other independent groups. For example...
Registration for MPR’s “POUND Fit” class closes on Wednesday, June 17, with classes offered Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. (More info) $40 for flexible 8-class punch card
Club Open Meetings could inspire you to join a group that welcomes new members. This week, be reminded that...
The Mahomet Rotary meets weekly on Wednesdays (7-8 a.m., 407 E. Main Street), offering a way to meet people, volunteer, and learn about the community. Meetings often feature a guest speaker. (More info) Free
Check the Government Meetings category if you are interested in staying up to date with Village and School District business. Learn more about...
Volunteer Opportunities shares ways to give back to your community, and Assistance Programs shares how the community provides help to those in need. If you want to get involved...
Monday Missions (M&Ms) meets weekly on Mondays at Mahomet United Methodist Church (1 p.m., 1302 E. South Mahomet Road) to sew quilts, crochet prayer shawls, and more. Free
Mahomet Helping Hands Food Pantry is open Saturday, June 20 (and every third Saturday of the month) to provide an array of food and essential needs items (9-11:30 a.m., 203 E. Adams Street). (More info)
Mom’s Pantry is open Sunday, June 21 (and every Sunday) with food, hygiene products, and clothes for families in need with students in the M-S school district (5-7 p.m., 302 W. State Street). (More info)
And finally, the Local Education category shows that learning never stops in Mahomet! This week...
A Tails of the Prairie: Teen Drop-in event invites teens to join a tabletop role-playing game this Thursday, June 18 at the Museum of the Grand Prairie. The immersive game will teach players about deer mice and native plants. (1-3 p.m., 950 N. Lombard Street). (More info) Free
Note: the Community Calendar also includes Sports, Religious, and Community Festival categories.
