Chambana Proud

Episode 67: Come Get Your Kombucha

What started as a small passion project coming out of the pandemic is now ubiquitous around the Champaign-Urbana area. Carly & Terri chat with Aimee from Cloud Mountain Kombucha on how their popular brews came to be, their dedication to local ingredients and sustainability, and their big move with big plans. Stay tuned for ways to celebrate Pride month, and take part in many more weekend activities in the area!
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Cloud Mountain Kombucha: https://www.cloudmountainkombucha.com
Love for (All)erton: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/love-for-allerton-2025/
Yoga in the Park: https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/yoga-in-the-park
Pour Bros. Beer Festival on Market St.: https://www.facebook.com/events/1355720738957158
Anthem Pride Market: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552622206919
Women’s Premier Soccer League: https://wpslsoccer.com/teams/junction-fc
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

What’s Happening in Chambana: May 29–June 1

Summer programming is in full swing with the return of Friday Night Live and The Beat on Market Street! In addition to outdoor live music, Terri & Carly round up a few of many fun events in the Champaign-Urbana area, from film festivals to film under the stars alongside some culture with ballet at The Virginia Theatre.
 
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Friday Night Live: https://40north.org/our_programs/friday-night-live/
Savoy Lumiere 2025 Film Festival: https://2025lumiere.chambanafilmfestival.org/
Moo-vie Nights at Prairie Farm: https://champaignparks.org/event/moo-vie-nights-at-prairie-farm/2025-05-30/
Dance Arts Presents Peter Pan: The Ballet: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1022
Funk Night at the Beat:https://thebeatchampaign.com/schedule/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Episode 66: You Belong Here

For the Urbana Park District, their slogan, “You Belong Here” is not just a tag line. It’s a mission. Tune in as Terri & Carly talk with Tim Bartlett, Executive Director, about the goals of the park district and their efforts to be inclusive and sustainable. Stay tuned in for a weekend of fun events over the Memorial Day holiday!
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Urbana Park District: https://www.urbanaparks.org/
Candlelight Serenade: https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/candlelight-serenade-at-the-lake-house
Take Me Fishing: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/take-me-fishing-middle-fork-river-forest-preserve-2025
Esquire’s 50th Birthday Party: https://www.facebook.com/events/1054851999817859
Summer Soul Festival: https://www.facebook.com/events/1173531967477456
Sholem Aquatic Center: https://champaignparks.org/places/sholem-aquatic-center/
Crystal Lake Park Aquatic Center: https://www.urbanaparks.org/crystal-lake-family-aquatic-center
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/

What's Happening in Chambana: May 16-19

While Illinois Commencement is celebrated this weekend, there are also many ways to get out and explore the CU area! Terri & Carly share some highlights including theatre, drawing Pokemon, honoring bees, a good ole cruise through Paxton, and a little bit of science. Tune in to make your plans!
 
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Dance Nation: https://stationtheatre.com/
World Bee Day 2025: https://www.facebook.com/events/1608505140035570
Paxton’s Draggin’ Main: The Cruise on Market: https://www.facebook.com/events/1618613615459474
Young Artist’s Studio: Drawing Pokemon with Hua Nian: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/12786640
Pint of Science: https://www.pintofscience.us/events/urbana-champaign
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Episode 65: Lights, Camera, Action!

Our community is filled with creators and innovators, so it’s no surprise that film production has found a home in the Champaign-Urbana region. Terri & Carly speak with Sarah & Robert from The Line Film Company and Flyover Film Studios about the growth of film in our region and how the community can play a role…even if it’s not acting!
 
Stay tuned in to learn about a weekend of outdoor events as we celebrate Mother’s Day weekend!
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
The Line Film Co.: https://meetthelinefilmco.com/
Flyover Film Studios: https://www.flyoverfilmstudios.com/
Bokeh Background Casting: https://www.bokehbackground.com/
Champaign County Film Office: https://experiencecu.org/film-office
Whites of Spring: https://www.facebook.com/events/944683201210170
International Migratory Bird Day: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/international-migratory-bird-day-mist-netting-demo-2025
Toast to Taylor Street: https://www.facebook.com/events/1378514703488686
Blippi—Join the Band Tour: https://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/blippi
Mother’s Day Bike Ride: https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/mother-s-day-bike-ride
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

What’s Happening in Chambana: May 2–4

It’s May and Carly is away…so Terri sits down with Jordan to talk about this weekend’s events. Bluebells, Sangria, an interactive expo on campus, and the return of outdoor markets all make for a brilliant spring weekend!
 
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
The Farms: Bluebell Festival: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/bluebellfestival2025/
Prairie Research Institute Expo: https://expo.prairie.illinois.edu/
Alto Vineyards 2nd Annual Spring Sangria Festival: https://www.facebook.com/events/616651464685154
Market at the Square : https://urbanamarket.org/
PostMark: https://www.facebook.com/events/1236237781557977
May Market on the Square: https://www.facebook.com/events/637035332329701
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Episode 64: Placemaking for All

As warmer weather approaches, outdoor dining and live music are on the horizon in #chambana. Terri & Carly talk with Lacey from the City of Champaign on the new Downtown Plaza and how this public space will be available for all to enjoy, with more development to come. Tune in to learn more, and plan for the busy weekend ahead!
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Downtown Champaign Plaza: https://engagechampaign.org/downtownplaza
Ebertfest: https://ebertfest.com/2025-films
Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend: https://illinoismarathon.com/
Fighting Illini Baseball: https://fightingillini.com/sports/baseball
Misery: https://monticellotheatre.org/tickets/
Country Arbors Nursery Garden Party: https://www.facebook.com/events/2523087254703075
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

What’s Happening in Chambana: April 17–20

Heading into the holiday weekend, Carly & Terri share various fun ways to get out this weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Live theatre, fashion with plants, plant sales, and all the Egg Hunts you can imagine are all on tap. Tune in to plan your weekend!
 
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Parkland Theatre presents The Wedding Singer: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Theatre/Events/Theatre-Season/2024-2025-Theatre-Season/The-Wedding-Singer
A Botanical Excursion Into Fashion: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/a-botanical-excursion-into-fashion
Nite Lite Egg Pursuit: https://champaignparks.org/event/nite-lite-egg-pursuit/
Hudz Family Fun Zone: https://www.facebook.com/events/1417284722983370
Monticello at Forest Preserve: https://www.facebook.com/events/1016799786997191
Eggstravaganza: https://champaignparks.org/event/eggstravaganza-egg-hunt/
Spring Plant Sale: https://www.delightflowerfarm.com/events/spring-plant-sale-1
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

Episode 63: A Pint of Science

What do you really know about what scientists do and how it impacts our daily lives? University of Illinois plant scientist, Katie, shares with Carly and Terri that a worldwide event, Pint of Science, is coming to Champaign-Urbana this May and that we’re guaranteed to walk away with some brilliant new knowledge. Stay tuned in to make your weekend plans around the Champaign-Urbana area!
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Vegan Chef Challenge: https://veganchefchallenge.org/champaign/
Pint of Science: https://pintofscience.us/events/urbana-champaign
Allerton Trail Races: https://runallerton.weebly.com/
2025 School of Art & Design Master of Fine Arts Exhibition: https://kam.illinois.edu/exhibition/2025-school-art-design-master-fine-arts-exhibition
Industrial Donut’s 6th Birthday Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/events/954096323500231
Plant Appreciation Day: https://champaignparks.org/event/plant-appreciation-day/
Egg Hunt with a Splash: https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/egg-hunt-with-a-splash
Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend Volunteers: https://illinoismarathon.com/get-involved/volunteer/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events

What's Happening in Chambana: April 4–6

This weekend brings an abundance of big events! Get out and explore campus and the community for the Engineering Open House, Boneyard Arts Festival, University of Illinois Mom’s Weekend, and the Festival of Quilts. Start your weekend with the Urbana Park District’s MLK March for Peace.
 
This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts and supported by Busey Bank.
 
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
MLK March for Peace: https://www.urbanaparks.org/calendar/events/mlk-march-for-peace
Engineering Open House: https://eohillinois.org/
Boneyard Arts Festival: https://boneyardartsfestival.org/
Mom’s Weekend: https://calendars.illinois.edu/list/8069
Festival of Quilts: https://cunningham.org/get-involved/events/festival-of-quilts/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events