Chambana Proud

What’s Happening in Chambana — March 2–5

Into cats, insects, or frogs? You’re in luck this weekend with some fun events that Terri & Carly share. Don’t worry, there’s still basketball and antiquing if furry and creepy, crawly creatures aren’t your thing. Tune in for a rundown of what to do this weekend!
This episode is sponsored by the Illini Union Bookstore.
Show links: 
Illini Union Bookstore: https://bookstore.illinois.edu/ 
Fighting Illini Basketball vs. Michigan: https://fightingillini.com/sports/mens-basketball/schedule 
Illini Cat Club All Breed Cat Show: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/calendar-of-events?event=17581
Piatt County Antique Day: https://www.facebook.com/events/842957823462924/
40th Annual Insect Fear Film Festival: http://publish.illinois.edu/uiuc-egsa/ifff/
Jump Into Science with Frogs: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/7859383
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Visit Champaign County Calendar of Events: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/calendar-of-events 

Episode 10: A Commitment to Success

Carly & Terri enjoy a chat with Josh Whitman, Director of Athletics for University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics. He shares his approach to ensuring student success in sports and education, and how incremental change builds a program. Bonus, hear how Josh spends his free time when he isn’t stressing about a game. Stay tuned for what’s coming up this weekend filled with art, music, and maple syrup!
This podcast is sponsored by the Illini Union Bookstore.
Show links: 
Illini Union Bookstore: https://bookstore.illinois.edu/ 
Fighting Illini Athletics: https://fightingillini.com/ 
University of Illinois: https://illinois.edu/ 
New to CU Mixer: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/new-to-cu-mixer 
40 North’s Untitled: https://www.40north.org/donate/40-north-untitled-late-night-fundraiser
Ocean Wave Watercolor Painting Class at The Vault: https://www.facebook.com/events/1085684668908802/
K-Pop Night at Canopy Club: https://canopyclub.com/event/k-pop-night/canopy-big-room/
Maple Sugar Days at Homer Lake: https://ccfpd.org/Museum-Education/Events/Event-Detail/maple-sugar-days-25
Jabari Dreams of Freedom at Krannert Center: https://krannertcenter.com/events/jabari-dreams-freedom
That’s What She Said at the Virginia Theatre: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=805
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Visit Champaign County Calendar of Events: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/calendar-of-events 

What’s Happening in Chambana — February 17–19

Mardi Gras is on the horizon! Hear about some upcoming celebrations plus some theatre, events for Black History Month, and a whole lot more happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana.
This episode is sponsored by the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. 
Show links: 
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ 
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/ 
Visit Champaign County Calendar of Events: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/calendar-of-events
Blithe Spirit: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Theatre/Events/Theatre-Season/2022-2023-Theatre-Season/Blithe-Spirit
Let the Little Light Shine: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=816
The K-Tels & Friends Perform Born in the USA: https://www.facebook.com/events/5875486349148718/
Lincoln’s Birthday Celebration: https://ccfpd.org/Museum-Education/Events/Event-Detail/lincolns-birthday-celebration-for-kids
Mardi Gras Party at Alto Vineyards: https://altovineyards.net/events-champaign/mardi-gras-party
Mardi Gras at Esquire Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063634990834 

Episode 9: Black Audacious Joy–A Celebration through Art

Terri & Carly sit down with Patrick Earl Hammie, an accomplished visual artist and Associate Professor & Chair of Studio Arts at the University of Illinois to explore personal and shared Black experiences through his artwork. Discover what inspires him and how he approaches teaching his students. Stay tuned to the end as Carly and Terri discuss Valentine’s Day ideas—for lovers and haters—in Champaign-Urbana.
This podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links: 
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Visit Champaign County Calendar of Events: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/calendar-of-events
Patrick Earl Hammie: https://patrickearlhammie.com/
Krannert Art Museum: https://kam.illinois.edu/krannert-art-museum
Giertz Gallery at Parkland College: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Art-Gallery
Groove is in the Art Pop-Up Market: https://www.facebook.com/events/711885997277310
Ring Making Workshop at Gilbert Gallery: http://thegilbertgallery.net/events
KAM’s 90th Anniversary Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/events/1246817402602640/?acontext=%7B&ref=1102023 
Love Fest: A Valentine’s Spectacular: https://www.unitingpride.org/love-fest-2023.html
Sweets, Treats, and Lattes: https://champaigncenter.com/sweets-treats-lattes/
Anti-Valentine’s Day at Bentley’s Pub: https://www.facebook.com/events/943909016773470/?acontext=%7B 

What’s Happening in Chambana — February 3–5

It’s an art-filled weekend with light shows, live music, comedy, and theatre. Hear about these events plus a reminder for the final weekend of Restaurant Week. Check it out and make your plans!
This episode is sponsored by the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. 
Show links: 
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ 
Champaign County Area Restaurant Week: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/restaurant-week 
Champaign County Forest Preserve District’s Snowflake Search: https://www.ccfpd.org/Museum-Education/Events/Event-Detail/snowflake-search-25 
CU Folk & Roots Winter Weekend: https://www.facebook.com/events/679878916957735
Rest Lab Sound & Light Installation: https://kam.illinois.edu/event/rest-lab-sound-light-installation
Joe Gatto’s Night of Comedy: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=809
DreamHou$e: https://stationtheatre.com/ 

Episode 8: Restaurant Week Preview with Baldarotta’s & Stango Cuisine

Warning: Eat a snack before tuning in as Terri & Carly talk food with Jordan from Baldarotta’s Porketta & Sicilian Sausage and Mubanga from Stango Cuisine. These two long-time Restaurant Week participants share what makes their food special, what it’s like to cook for the Champaign-Urbana area, and where they eat when they aren’t cooking. Make sure to listen for the many upcoming events happening this weekend so you can make your plans!
This podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links: 
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Champaign County Area Restaurant Week: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/restaurant-week
Baldarotta’s Porketta & Sicilian Sausage: https://www.baldarottas.com/sandwichshop
Stango Cuisine: https://www.stangocu.com/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Bean to Bark Craft Chocolate Education Class: https://chikondicraftchocolate.com/events
Kombucha Mocktails Class: https://www.commonground.coop/news-and-events/calendar/event/2023/01/27/kombucha-mocktails-in-person-class
American Idol’s Lee Dewyze at Yellow & Co.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/acoustic-listening-room-experience-with-lee-dewyze-tickets-455255249707
2023 UDAAN Bollywood Fusion Dance Competition: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=818
Sensory-friendly shows at the Staerkel Planetarium: https://parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D755198379
Visit Champaign County Calendar of Events: https://www.visitchampaigncounty.org/events/calendar-of-events 
 

What’s Happening in Chambana — January 19–22

Tune in as Carly and Terri discuss this weekend’s upcoming events from Lunar New Year to a little Country music.
This episode is sponsored by the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links: 
Lunar New Year: https://champaign.org/event/family-fun-night-lunar-new-year-lanterns-7292792 and https://oiir.illinois.edu/aacc/aacc-events/lunar-new-year-celebration
Old Dominion at State Farm Center: https://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/od
Winter Farmer’s Market: https://www.thelandconnection.org/champaign-urbana-winter-farmers-market/
Stories to Warm Your Heart at Spurlock Museum: https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2246   
 

Episode 7: Celebrating 100 Years of Hillel

Following the holidays, Carly and Terri finally catch up with each other in the New Year and provide an update on Team Champaign-Urbana vs. Team Urbana-Champaign. Tune in as they chat with Erez Cohen, Executive Director of Hillel at the University of Illinois. Learn about their local and worldwide impact as they celebrate 100 years serving the student Jewish community. Keep listening as they share what’s coming up in the community so you can plan your weekend.
This week’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
 
Show links: 
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts: https://www.krannertcenter.com 
Hillel at the University of Illinois: https://www.illinihillel.org/ 
Hillel 100 Year Celebration: https://www.hillel100.org/ 
Champaign County History Museum: https://www.champaigncountyhistory.org/ 
Illini Hockey: http://www.illinihockey.com/schedule.htm 
Pajamas & Pajamas at The Literary: https://www.literarybookbar.com 
Urbana Band Boosters: https://www.facebook.com/UrbanaHSBands 
Frozen 5K: https://champaignparks.com/event/frozen-5k-5 
MLK Jr. Communitywide Celebration: https://www.mlkcelebration.org/ 
 

What’s Happening in Chambana — January 5–8

While we’re taking some downtime after the holidays, there’s plenty of basketball, outdoor hiking, and a little art to enjoy this weekend. Terri & Carly give the rundown of what’s happening this weekend.
This episode is sponsored by Furniture Lounge.
 
Show links:
Furniture Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/furniturelounge/
Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball: https://fightingillini.com/sports/womens-basketball?path=wbball
Canvas & Corks: https://canvascorks.com/
Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball: https://fightingillini.com/sports/mens-basketball
Holiday GLOW: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/holiday-glow-presented-by-uiccu-687/

Episode 6: Team Champaign & Team Urbana

Whether it’s team Champaign-Urbana or team Urbana-Champaign, our sister cities led by Mayor Deb Feinen (Champaign) and Mayor Diane Marlin (Urbana) work together to create a place we can all call home. Listen in as the mayors share their visions for the cities and how they collaborate to improve quality of life for all residents no matter what side of Wright St. you’re on. Be sure to listen to the upcoming events to plan your New Year’s Eve.
This episode is sponsored by Furniture Lounge.
 
Show links:
Furniture Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/furniturelounge/
City of Champaign: https://champaignil.gov/
City of Urbana: https://urbanaillinois.us/
90’s Daughter at City Center: https://www.citycenterchampaign.com/
Chicago Farmer & The Fieldnotes at Rose Bowl Tavern: https://www.rosebowltavern.com/#calendar-1
Seven Saints Speakeasy: https://www.facebook.com/events/608819037667243/
Candy Foster at Boomerang’s: https://www.facebook.com/events/678787407046366