Chambana Proud

Flying local is one of the biggest conveniences of Champaign-Urbana. Carly & Terri sit down with Tim Bannon from the University of Illinois Willard Airport to answer all those questions from new routes, new airlines, and yes, parking. Stay tuned in for a weekend of fun events in the Champaign-Urbana 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://iflycu.com/https://www.facebook.com/events/1891551598021562https://www.facebook.com/events/917581620475873/https://www.facebook.com/events/1116152336912021https://krannertcenter.com/events/illinois-soul-1st-anniversary-celebration-loose-ends-featuring-jane-eugenehttps://krannertcenter.com/events/fusionfest-lunar-new-year-celebrationhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

It’s finally Restaurant Week! Terri & Carly talk about what they’re looking forward to and tips for making it a fun week. With students back on campus, there are plenty of other events this weekend to help you stay warm, from a Dance Film Festival to a Spelling Bee to a Drag Show. Tune in 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://experiencecu.org/events/restaurant-weekhttps://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2538https://www.facebook.com/events/1312459703120408/https://www.facebook.com/events/1358568862188309/https://www.facebook.com/events/624107520037047https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

As Restaurant Week approaches, Terri & Carly chat with Ian from The Space, about their story. Learned how COVID changed the course of their lives and how we now benefit from their creativity. Stay tuned in for this weekend’s events so you can make your plans! 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://thespacecu.com/https://www.illinihockey.com/schedule/upcominghttps://www.customhomeandinterior.com/https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/winterbotany/https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendarhttps://www.mlkcelebration.org/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

While Carly enjoys some time off, Terri sits down with Ryan from the Rantoul Family Sports Complex to talk about what’s coming up during this cold January weekend. Did someone say 5K? Don’t worry, there are plenty of indoor options as well! Tune in 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.facebook.com/events/4019797384923664https://elegantweddingexpo.com/upcoming-shows/champaign-winter/https://www.eventbrite.com/o/riggs-beer-company-14663631900https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Terri & Carly wrap up 2024 doing what they love the most—answering your questions! From silly questions meant to stump uthem to top things they’re looking forward to in 2025, they answer it all. Don’t miss the upcoming events so you can plan your weekend before the holidays! 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-winter-solstice-celebrationhttps://allerton.illinois.edu/events/wintermarket/https://www.facebook.com/events/871559994968243/https://www.rosebowltavern.com/https://www.orpheumchampaign.com/candlelightserieshttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Despite Carly suffering from a cold, she and Terri got enthused about a whole weekend of holiday markets and themed events happening in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in to plan your stops! With next week off, you have time to send your questions to Carly & Terri for their year-end review. Whatever you want to know about the community or anything you’ve been wanting to ask, go to chambanaproud.com and send them in before December 16. Today’s podcast 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.riggsbeer.com/christmas-market-2024/https://krannertcenter.com/events/nutcracker-6https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Theatre/Events/Theatre-Season/2024-2025-Theatre-Season/White-Christmashttps://www.facebook.com/events/1455863115098906https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/showcasesaturday/https://experiencecu.org/brilliant-stories?rec_id=423https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

From Lincoln’s history in our area to the native species that populate our region, the Museum of the Grand Prairie and the Homer Lake Interpretive Center share the stories from our prairie. Learn more about these gems as Carly and Terri talk with Kamryn, then stay tuned to map out your post-Thanksgiving weekend plans! 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.museumofthegrandprairie.org/https://www.champaignforests.org/interpretive-center-homer-lakehttps://www.champaignforests.org/https://experiencecu.org/brilliant-stories?rec_id=423https://www.facebook.com/events/1573884033530923https://www.facebook.com/events/1250198472916532https://www.paxtonmainstreet.com/event/paxtons-annual-christmas-parade/https://champaigncenter.com/parade-of-lightshttps://www.facebook.com/events/1278796386865180https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

This weekend before Thanksgiving, there is no avoiding holiday festivities. Various markets, holiday lights, and a little magic await you this weekend as you get out and about in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in for Terri & Carly’s run-down! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://champaignparks.org/event/winter-nights-at-prairie-farm-opening-night-2024/https://gordyvilleusa.com/calendar/2024/11/23/the-gifford-community-christmas-craft-showhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1213252296656623https://mistletoemarketcu.square.site/1st-mistletoemarkethttps://champaign.org/event/science-magic-with-magnets-10939779https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Getting cozy for the winter starts with a visit to Fire Doll Studio. More than a candle shop owner, Kayla Brown is a community powerhouse, bringing people together to support our local ecosystem. Tune in to learn more and discover the many ways you can enjoy the Champaign-Urbana area this 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.firedollstudio.com/https://www.thecudo.org/pkncuhttps://www.orpheumchampaign.com/candlelightserieshttps://fightingillini.com/sports/football/schedulehttps://twincitytheatreco.ludus.com/index.phphttps://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendarhttps://isss.illinois.edu/training-programs/iewhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Whether it’s shopping sustainably, supporting local artists, enjoying our outdoors, or cheering on our student-athletes, there are a lot of opportunities to support our BRILLIANT community this weekend. Tune in to learn more! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://fightingillini.com/https://arthuril.us/events/event/antique-show-weekend-5https://www.craftleaguecu.com/newshttps://www.facebook.com/events/831210385597847/?ref=newsfeedhttps://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/free-s-mores-social-and-stroll---south-ridge-parkhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

What started as a passion for hospitality grew into a local business ecosystem. Lauren Brokish with Prairie Fruits Farm & Creamery, Martinelli’s Market, Pekara Bakery, and Central Illinois Bakehouse shares her journey of keeping the businesses she loves alive and her strong desire for a good Reuben. Stay tuned in for a full weekend of events in the Champaign-Urbana 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://cibakehouse.com/https://calendars.illinois.edu/list/7999https://cuswg.org/show-and-sale/https://kam.illinois.edu/exhibition/rest-lab-fall-2024https://champaignparks.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration/https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Urbana/RattlesnakeMasterhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Heading into the final weekend of October, Terri & Carly dive into some spooky events for the weekend, along with ways to learn about community resources at the Disability Resource Expo. Tune in and plan your weekend! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/familycampout/https://stationtheatre.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200456450https://www.disabilityresourceexpo.org/https://champaignparks.org/event/nightmare-on-grove-street/https://www.facebook.com/events/1046076583471894/?ref=newsfeedhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Gallery Art Bar is more than a bar. It’s an immersive community space, filled with digital and local art, that has everything from clothing swaps to dance parties. Learn more about this unique concept and how they have invited all to be a part of something inspiring. Stay tuned in for a full weekend of events! 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.galleryartbarurbana.com/https://fightingillini.com/sports/footballhttps://fightingillini.com/news/2024/10/1/football-memorial-stadiums-rededication-set-for-11-am-on-oct-18.aspxhttps://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=989https://www.facebook.com/events/342980762186238https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/eerie-illinoishttps://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/eerie-illinois-1https://www.facebook.com/events/505415935161223https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Another fun fall weekend is on tap in the Champaign-Urbana area. Terri & Carly share events around the community to get out and enjoy the perfect autumn weather. Join in on CU Jazz Fest, Flannel Fest, the Great Cover Up, Paxton’s Fall Gathering, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and much more. Today’s podcast 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.cujazzfest.org/https://www.facebook.com/events/1024333012707067https://www.paxtonmainstreet.com/event/paxtons-fall-gathering/https://champaignparks.org/event/flannel-fest/https://www.facebook.com/events/1732882977470198/https://nah.illinois.edu/events/indigenous-peoples-dayhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

With Indigenous Peoples’ Day approaching, Terri and Carly sat down with Dr. Charlotte Davidson to learn about the history and mission of the Native American House on the University of Illinois campus. Learn how we, as a community, can engage with this cultural center and celebrate our region's heritage. Stay tuned in for a busy weekend of events in the Champaign-Urbana 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://nah.illinois.edu/https://fandtdesserts.square.site/https://folkandroots.org/https://illinoismarathon.com/races/run-to-remember/https://40north.org/our_programs/urbana-fall-fusion-festival/https://www.paxtonmainstreet.com/event/wine-chocolate-walk/https://vetmed.illinois.edu/veterinary-students/open-house10/https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Heading into the final weekend of September, Terri & Carly give a run down of this weekend’s fun events. From live music in gardens, a unique circus, bats, WEFT Fest, and an apple festival, there’s lots of great ways to celebrate fall. Today’s podcast 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/tunes-bloomshttps://www.ucimc.org/bread_puppet_2024https://www.facebook.com/events/500918389130216https://new.weft.org/https://www.facebook.com/events/829630405965004https://fightingillini.com/sports/womens-soccerhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

The Rare Book & Manuscript Library (RBML) is one of the most hidden gems in Champaign-Urbana. Terri & Carly sit down with Lynne Thomas, Head of the RBML, to learn about its impressive collection, some of the unique pieces you can find, and how we all can access and use this incredible space. Keep tuned in for details on a packed weekend with Pygmalion, CU Pride Fest, CU Black & African Arts Festival, 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://thisispygmalion.com/https://www.unitingpride.org/pridefest2024.htmlhttps://www.cubaafest.org/https://www.facebook.com/events/1121610058877908https://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/bomhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

It’s Homecoming Week at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign! Terri & Carly breakdown what’s happening during the week as we don our orange & blue. Beyond football and parades, we celebrate an art festival, summer’s end concert, Welcoming Week activities, and the start of Uniting Pride’s Pride Week. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://krannertcenter.com/https://www.busey.com/https://homecoming.illinois.edu/schedulehttps://allerton.illinois.edu/events/summers-end-concert-2-665/https://40north.org/our_programs/west-side-arts/https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/prairie-stories-2https://www.unitingpride.org/24pridefestschedule.htmlhttps://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

As fall begins in the Champaign-Urbana area, our minds start thinking about pumpkins, apples, and all of fall’s bounty. Terri & Carly sit down with Randy from Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch to learn about their humbling beginning, the growth of the farm, and how they’re keeping new generations connected to the importance of local agriculture. Stay tuned in to plan your weekend with a variety of fun, upcoming events from the Arcola Broomcorn Festival to Mum Fest to a day full of gaming. 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.mariahsmums.com/mumfesthttps://www.facebook.com/events/881108440543663/881108453876995/https://www.arcolachamber.com/broomcorn-festivalhttps://tabletop.events/conventions/tabletop-central-2024https://www.facebook.com/events/1521051559292626https://www.chambanaproud.com/https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

It’s Labor Day weekend and we’re kicking it off with Fighting Illini Football! Beyond the game, there’s a lot of fun ways to celebrate the weekend. Tune in as Terri & Carly give a rundown for the weekend so you can make your plans! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank. Show links: https://fightingillini.com/sports/football/schedulehttps://arthurcheesefestival.com/wpcheese/https://www.facebook.com/events/1046988856848521/https://www.facebook.com/events/447961994838081https://www.facebook.com/events/372343659303207https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events