Chambana Proud

May is here, bringing plant sales, live music outside, Champaign’s inaugural Agave Fest, independent films, and impeccable ballet performances. Terri & Jordan run down how to spend your spring weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.champaignagavefest.com/https://2026lumiere.chambanafilmsociety.org/https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/bluebellfestival2026/https://thevirginia.showare.com/https://www.facebook.com/events/2019453938955936?active_tab=abouthttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

A new festival is coming up in Champaign, and it’s all about a trending spirit. Terri and Jordan chat with Scott from Big Grove Tavern and Mike from Punch! Bar & Lounge about the new Champaign Agave Fest, happening April 30–May 5. This countywide extravaganza will feature family-owned distillers, vendors, tastings, and education about agave at spots around the area throughout the week. Tune in to hear how you can participate and get tickets for the Grand Tasting Event. Of course, it’s also Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend, and many other fun ways to get out and about this weekend. Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to start planning. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.champaignagavefest.com/https://www.biggrovetavern.com/https://punchbarchampaign.com/https://illinoismarathon.com/https://centralmaroonsdrama.ludus.com/splash.phphttps://217flea.com/https://rosebowltavern.com/https://www.conservatorycentralil.org/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

This weekend, we say goodbye to Ebertfest after 26 years of giving us the joy of film. We also welcome the country’s top men’s gymnasts to the State Farm Center with the NCAA Men’s Gymnastics Championships! Terri and Jordan run down a full weekend of events that includes theatre, dance, volunteering, and finding ways to celebrate vegan cuisine. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1093https://fightingillini.com/sports/2025/12/10/mens-gymnastics-NCAA-championships-2026.aspxhttps://monticellotheatre.org/tickets/https://www.cutangomusic.org/schedulehttps://www.boneyardcreek.org/https://veganchefchallenge.org/champaign/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has long led with innovation, and that is on full display this weekend at the annual Engineering Open House. Terri & Jordan chat with EOH Co-Chairs Maddie and Aparna about what it takes to put on this massive event and why it’s so important for inspiring future students. Tune in to make your plans to experience this entirely student-led event. Hear details on all the other big events happening this weekend, from Boneyard Arts Festival to Mom’s Weekend! Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to plan your weekend. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.eohillinois.org/https://boneyardartsfestival.org/https://parkland.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2019https://beckman.illinois.edu/outreach/beckman-institute-open-househttps://www.eventbrite.com/o/japan-house-8186242359https://www.facebook.com/events/865995726355253https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Whether you’re on the hunt for Easter eggs, or just something fun to do this weekend, Terri & Jordan lay out a variety of ways to spend your weekend in Chambana. It’s not all eggs, you can tour historic theaters, check out masterful edible book creations, and take part in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Walk for Peace. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.aikmanwildlife.com/easterhttps://champaignparks.org/event/eggstravaganza-egg-hunt/https://www.library.illinois.edu/geninfo/edible-book-festival/https://www.champaigncountyhistory.org/tourshttps://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/martin-luther-king--jr--march-for-peacehttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Spring is in full swing this weekend, with plenty of activities popping up across the Champaign-Urbana area to enjoy this weekend. Terri & Jordan run-down a few options to get you out. Whether you’re a train enthusiast, a gamer, into the metaphysical realm, looking to entertain your toddler, or looking to cuddle with baby goats—you’ll find it in #chambana. Tune in chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to plan your weekend. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.nmra.org/events/42nd-annual-train-showhttps://www.prairiefruits.com/upcoming-eventshttps://www.cudoplays.com/https://www.facebook.com/people/Eclectic-Fearn/100064364636655/https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1083https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

As spring break comes to a close, Terri and Jordan give you some ideas on ways to get out and explore. From Big Ten Gymnastics to Mob Stories to celebrating Women’s History Month with a Drag Show, you’ll be able to plan a full weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/snakes-on-spring-break-2026https://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/wgymhttps://www.literarybookbar.com/https://www.thevenuecu.com/promotionsandeventshttps://www.urbanaparks.org/calendarhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Are you in on the thrifting trend? You should be, and 217Flea is making it easy! Terri talks with Emily at 217Flea and Resistance Threads on her very popular markets, how she managed to get students off campus, and why shopping for used clothing is so important for social, environmental, and economic purposes. Stay tuned in for ideas on how to spend your spring break weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Listen at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://217flea.com/https://www.facebook.com/p/Resistance-Threads-61574054032432/https://legendsplayhere.com/https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Champaign/LuckyDogChampaignhttps://mix945.com/2026/02/12/its-official-again/https://thetwistedcoloringbook.com/products/embroidery-101-march-14-2026https://www.facebook.com/people/PondStreet/100092404190488/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

This weekend showcases the many diverse events the Champaign-Urbana region hosts on any given week. From big antiquing events to early St. Patrick’s Day activities to celebrating literacy and short track speedskating competitions, you’ll find something to keep you entertained. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/http://www.countryspiritshow.com/details.htmlhttps://savoyil.recdesk.com/Community/Homehttps://www.lincolnsquareurbana.com/events/read-across-americahttps://champaignregionalspeedskating.org/land-of-lincoln/https://www.urbanaparks.org/lake-house-in-crystal-lake-parkhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

It’s never too soon to get kids thinking about college. With Parkland’s College for Kids, they can start developing their passions for what comes next. Terri chats with Kathy about this year’s programming and learns about what opportunities exist for teens after they age out of these camps. From age 6–18, Parkland is creating that necessary connection to start thinking about the future. Stay tuned in for ideas on how to spend your weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Listen at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.parkland.edu/Main/Academics/Academic-Resources/Community-Education/Youth/College-For-Kidshttps://www.parkland.edu/Main/Academics/Academic-Resources/Community-Education/Youth/DiscoverU-Teen-Programshttps://krannertcenter.com/events/hip-hop-convenehttps://www.chambanafilmsociety.org/https://parkland.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2011https://217flea.com/https://publish.illinois.edu/uiuc-egsa/https://www.chambanaproud.com/ Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

From celebrating Black Joy to high-powered Women’s Gymnastics, this weekend in Chambana offers brilliant opportunities to get out and explore. This week, Carly and Terri have a quick chat with special guest, Laura Bleill, as they preview the upcoming AgTech Week, March 9–13, celebrating its 10th anniversary! Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.cuagtechweek.com/https://thevirginia.org/https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2682https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/meteorologist-amahttps://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/illini-wgym-vs-uclahttps://www.parkland.edu/Main/About-Parkland/Department-Office-Directory/Student-Life/Fun-and-Friends/Upcoming-Events/Black-History-Monthhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Podcast Description: We’ve all resorted to saying “KAM,” but when we do, we leave out the most important word—ART. At Krannert Art Museum, it’s more than what is on the walls. It is the years of planning that go into curating a show and the thought behind engagement efforts to make an exhibit come to life. Tune in as Carly and Terri chat with the people behind the scenes that help shape the serene and meaningful experiences that await in this community and campus gem. Stay tuned in for ideas on how to celebrate Valentine’s Day and Lunar New Year! Listen at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://kam.illinois.eduhttps://stationtheatre.ludus.com/index.phphttps://yellowandcoevents.com/buy-ticketshttps://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/outside-in-champaign-forests-love-birds-editionhttps://www.bentleyspub.com/https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2672https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

This weekend is all about celebration. Terri & Carly share how you can celebrate Black History Month with Illinois Soul, the heart of folk music at Rose Bowl Tavern, world cultures through dance at Spurlock Museum, a new educational space at Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, National Women & Girls in Sports Day with Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball, and the final weekend of the Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week presented by the University of Illinois Community Credit Union. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://experiencecu.org/events/restaurant-weekhttps://rosebowltavern.com/https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2671https://www.prairiefruits.com/event-details/farm-store-classroom-grand-opening-partyhttps://krannertcenter.com/events/illinois-soul-2nd-anniversary-featuring-maysahttps://fightingillini.evenue.net/promotions/event/WB25/15/WB25SELLOUT

The 10th Annual Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week presented by the University of Illinois Community Credit Union kicks off tomorrow! First time participant, Lazy Daisy Diner & Café, sits down with Carly & Terri to share more about their restaurant concept, how it came to be, the story behind the Giant Pancake, and what you can expect on their Restaurant Week menu. Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://lazydaisydiner.com/https://experiencecu.org/events/restaurant-weekhttps://kam.illinois.edu/event/opening-night-museum-spring-2026https://www.ui-con.org/https://wl.eventim.us/event/a-comedy-extravaganza/676154?afflky=CanopyClubhttps://www.landconservationfoundation.org/events-1/mudpuppy-festival-2026https://www.chambanafilmsociety.org/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

This chilly weekend, Terri & Carly are encouraging you to stay inside when exploring the C-U area. Plenty of activities will keep you warm and cozy, including live music, STEM activities, pineapple margaritas, and local films. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1067https://champaignparks.org/event/innovation-center-open-house/https://rosebowltavern.com/https://www.facebook.com/people/Esquire-Lounge-Inc/100063634990834/http://www.chambanafilmsociety.org/https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/moses-the-blackhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Terri & Carly are back with ideas ways to get out in 2026, starting with this weekend! From a new exhibit at the Urbana Free Library to celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, you’ll be sure to find brilliant ways to stay active this holiday weekend. Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/15076847https://www.customhomeandinterior.com/https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/2nd-annual-community-seed-exchangehttps://thecadillacevents.com/etn/the-1985-totally-80s-mixtape-live/https://eeborman.wixsite.com/website-8https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

It’s time for Carly & Terri’s annual Ask Us Anything episode. Find out what their favorite trip together was this year, where their go-to international food destinations are, what drives them crazy about each other’s work style, their favorite moments of the year, and much more. They wrap up some weekend events in the Champaign-Urbana area, so tune in to plan your end-of-year markets, light displays, live music, and more. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.amasong.org/https://www.cloudmountainkombucha.com/https://www.aikmanwildlife.com/https://www.urbanail.gov/community-development-services/page/arts-culture-calendar-eventshttps://rosebowltavern.com/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Winter celebrations and holiday happenings can be found throughout the Champaign-Urbana region this weekend. Terri & Carly round up some of the weekend’s top events, with local theatre, a Santa 5K, a winter lights display, and much more. Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Email your questions for Carly & Terri for next week's episode to Jordan at jordan@champaigncountyedc.org. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://stationtheatre.com/https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/StJoseph/Santa5kRaceshttps://www.facebook.com/events/673956705435666/https://parkland.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx?cid=173https://www.urbanail.gov/community-development-services/page/arts-culture-calendar-eventshttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

When you want reviews on where to eat and drink in the C-U area, there’s no better resource than Alyssa Buckley, Food & Drink Editor at Smile Politely. Terri & Carly chat with this delightful food connoisseur who had some journalistic dreams come true in 2025. Here about this incredible experience and what she loves about dining out in our brilliant culinary scene. Don’t miss out on the upcoming events this weekend, with a quick rundown of just a few of many happenings in the area. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.smilepolitely.com/category/food-drink/https://www.pretzlerecords.com/event-listhttps://tuscola.org/residents/community-events/event/2025/12/05/christmastown-2025https://visitmahomet.com/new/index.php/events/mahomet-village-christmas#https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/openingweekend/https://www.facebook.com/events/1857481961841526/?acontext=%7Bhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Happy Thanksgiving! Terri & Carly have several ways for you to enjoy this festive weekend. Whether you start it off early this morning with the Urbana Park District’s Turkey Trot so you can feel good about filling your plate later, or you head out later this weekend to enjoy shopping local, holiday markets, festive parades, and lighted walks, we have the rundown for you! Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/free--58th-annual-turkey-trothttps://www.riggsbeer.com/christmas-market-2025/https://www.paxtonmainstreet.com/event/paxtons-annual-christmas-parade/https://champaigncenter.com/parade-of-lights/https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/night-lights-2025https://champaignparks.org/winter-nights-at-prairie-farm/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events