Chambana Proud
Join Carly & Terri every week as they chat about all things Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, otherwise known as Chambana. These self-proclaimed Chambana gurus will highlight everything from local businesses and events to people and must-know stories. Brought to you by Experience Champaign-Urbana and the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation.
Episodes
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
What’s Happening in Chambana: November 24-26
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving! After turkey day, Terri & Carly help get you ready to shop local and check out all the various holiday parades and events happening around Champaign-Urbana.
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Shop Local Guide: https://experiencecu.org/brilliant-stories?rec_id=408
Night Lights at Mabery Gelvin Botanical Garden: https://www.facebook.com/events/989724928903448/
Winter Nights at Prairie Farm: https://champaignparks.com/event/winter-nights-at-prairie-farm/2023-11-24/
Mistletoe Market: https://mistletoemarketcu.square.site/
Parade of Lights: https://champaigncenter.com/parade-of-lights/
Paxton Annual Christmas Parade: https://www.paxtonmainstreet.com/event/paxtons-annual-christmas-parade/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Episode 29: A Focus on Accessibility
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Ensuring access for all is critical for creating a welcoming environment. Terri & Carly chat with Becca from Community Choices to discuss the important work they’re doing in the community and the new Accessible CU resource that is a true collaborative effort. Stay tuned for a variety of events to check out this weekend, whether you’re ready for the holidays or just want to chill with some art.
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This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Community Choices: https://communitychoicesinc.org/
Accessible CU: https://experiencecu.org/accessible-cu
Dorothy Schroeder: Champaign County’s All-American Baseball Player: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/9189975
Gifford Community Christmas Craft Show: https://www.gordyvilleusa.com/calendar/2023/11/18/gifford-communtiy-christmas-craft-show
Festival of Trees: https://www.facebook.com/events/3577854865780677
Fighting Illini Volleyball: https://fightingillini.com/sports/womens-volleyball/schedule
Krannert Art Museum Knit & Sit: https://kam.illinois.edu/event/krannert-art-museum-knit-sit
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
What’s Happening in Chambana: November 11–13
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
It’s time to welcome University of Illinois Dad’s this weekend! Terri and Carly also discuss the shift into holiday mode and a variety of events to get you in the spirit. Check out their ideas for what to do in the Champaign-Urbana area this weekend!
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
UIUC Dad’s Weekend: https://www.illinidads.com/dads-weekend/
Double Feature of 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse and Zombie Prom at Parkland College Theatre: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Theatre/Events/Theatre-Season/2023-2024-Theatre-Season/Creature-Double-Feature
Country Spirit Antique Show: https://www.facebook.com/CountrySpiritAntiqueShow/
Arthur Amish Country Christmas Kickoff: https://illinoisamishcountry.com/wp/event/arthur-amish-country-christmas-kickoff-2/
Holiday Wine Up!: https://www.facebook.com/events/663406062555169
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Episode 28: Award-Winning Parks & Programs Serving all of C-U
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
This week, Terri & Carly explore our Champaign parks and facilities with the award-winning Champaign Park District showcasing how they engage the community to keep us active throughout the year, even as we head into cooler weather. Stay tuned for their top picks on what to do this weekend around Champaign-Urbana!
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This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Champaign Park District: http://champaignparks.org/
Dia De Los Muertes Celebration: https://champaignparks.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-celebration/
Champaign Urbana Spinners and Weavers Guild Annual Sale: https://cuswg.org/show-and-sale/
40th Annual Champaign-Urbana Craft League Fine Art Fair: https://www.craftleaguecu.com/events/craft-fair
Stars Hollow Themed Fall Festival at Hopscotch Bakery: https://www.facebook.com/hopscotchcakes
Fighting Illini Men’s & Women’s Basketball: https://fightingillini.com/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
What’s Happening in Chambana: October 27-29
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
Thursday Oct 26, 2023
As the weekend approaches, Terri & Carly dive into fall events happening in Champaign-Urbana highlighting jazz, local makers, disability resources, and some Halloween fun!
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Champaign-Urbana Jazz Festival: https://cujazzfest.wixsite.com/cujazzfest
Small Press Fest: https://illinoislibraries.wixsite.com/smallpressfestcu
DisAbility Resource Expo: https://www.disabilityresourceexpo.org/
Odd Market and Masquerade Ball at X-Krush: https://www.facebook.com/events/1406598453437587
Costume Party at Allerton Park: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/allerton-costume-party/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Episode 27: The Culture of Cooking with Paul Young
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Thursday Oct 19, 2023
Make sure you have a snack handy, as Terri & Carly chat food with Cooking with Paul. His travels to over 25 countries are inspiring him to take you around the world, discovering new flavors and traditions through cooking. Stay tuned for Illinois Homecoming events, and much more!
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This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Cooking with Paul: https://www.cooking-with-paul.com/
Illinois Homecoming Activities: https://homecoming.illinois.edu/
Japan House Homecoming Matcha Café: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/homecoming-matcha-cafe-tickets-726185489347?aff=vcc
Tree Planting Workshop: https://www.facebook.com/events/252096114307963/
Laser Shows at Staerkel Planetarium: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendar
Christie Clinic Presents a Costume Parade at Lincoln Square: https://www.facebook.com/events/262044403316130
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
What’s Happening in Chambana: October 13-15
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Fall has a lot in store for us this weekend, with the CU Folk & Roots Festival, Flannel Fest, the start of haunted houses, star watches, and more. Tune in to Chambana Proud to plan you’re weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area.
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
C-U Folk & Roots Festival: https://folkandroots.org/
Nightmare at Fox Hill Haunted House: https://www.facebook.com/nightmareatfoxhill
Flannel Fest: https://champaignparks.com/flannelfest/
Fall Star Watch: https://www.facebook.com/events/1754553911658118
Kids Halloween Cooking Decorating Class with Hunny Bunny Bakes: https://www.ahuntdesign.com/product/cookie-decorating-classes-with-hunny-bunny-bakes/?fbclid=IwAR0Xy45FQnqNy-le_KfurZZAIxi0sfY48vDV4d6bHCZ2Nw2Un62qXTOjbRA
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Episode 26: Creating Community through Live Music
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
In these week’s episode of Chambana Proud, Terri & Carly chat with co-owners of the Rose Bowl Tavern, learning how they transformed this long-time honky tonk into a community space, providing live music and entertainment every day. Plan your weekend with their pick of upcoming events, including wine, fall fests overloaded with pumpkins, magic, a little science, and the amazing Marching Illini.
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This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Rose Bowl Tavern: https://www.rosebowltavern.com/
Wine & Chocolate Walk: https://www.paxtonchamber.com/event-details/wine-and-chocolate-walk
Urbana Fall Fusion Festival: https://www.facebook.com/events/1568984606843827/
Hagerman’s Magical Mystery Show: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=866
Marching Illini in Concert: https://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/marchingillini
My Adventures in the Ribosome: https://krannertcenter.com/events/my-adventures-ribosome-science-talk-dr-venki-ramakrishnan
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
What’s Happening in Chambana: September 29–October 1
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Fall is here and ALL the events are happening in Champaign-Urbana. Theatre, soul food, Pride, Oktoberfest, and animals—there’s something for everyone. Tune in and make your weekend plans!
Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
MacBeth at Parkland College Theatre: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Theatre/Events/Theatre-Season/2023-2024-Theatre-Season/Mac-Beth
Soul Food Festival: https://www.dreaam.org/events-1/soul-food-family-festival-1
CU Pride Festival & Parade: https://www.unitingpride.org/pridefest-2023.html
CU Oktoberfest: https://www.cuoktoberfest.org/events_fundraisers/c-u-oktoberfest/overview.html
University of Illinois Vet Med Open House: https://vetmed.illinois.edu/veterinary-students/open-house10/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Episode 25: Curating Your Fall Experience
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
With fall activities in full swing, Terri & Carly dive into an annual favorite—The Great Pumpkin Patch. Owner and cucurbit expert, Mac Condill, shares how they focus on creating experiences that not only provide fun for the family, but educate us on the importance of this sector of agriculture. Don’t miss what’s coming up this weekend, especially if you’re a Taylor Swift fan!
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This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
The Great Pumpkin Patch: https://the200acres.com/
Mac Beth at Parkland College: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Theatre/Events/Theatre-Season/2023-2024-Theatre-Season/Mac-Beth
Soul Food Family Festival: https://www.dreaam.org/events-1/soul-food-family-festival-1
CU Pride Fest: https://www.unitingpride.org/pridefest-2023.html
CU Oktoberfest: https://www.cuoktoberfest.org/events_fundraisers/c-u-oktoberfest/overview.html
VetMed Open House: https://vetmed.illinois.edu/veterinary-students/open-house10/
Pygmalion: https://thisispygmalion.com/
Taylor Swift Skate: https://www.facebook.com/events/6504766839607047
We Are Here Block Party: https://www.unitingpride.org/23pridefestschedule.html
Science Shows with Lasers and More: https://champaign.org/event/science-show-with-lasers-more-8686674
Chambana Proud
Think you know all about Champaign-Urbana? Think again. With the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign as our anchor, this area is bursting with impressive people, vibrant arts and culture, tantalizing local flavors, exciting sports, and endless activities. Carly from the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation, and Terri from Visit Champaign County—two self-professed community gurus—catch up every other week on what’s going on and things you need to know. Good things happen in Chambana every day, so give Chambana Proud a listen to catch up with the many people, places, and events that will make you proud to live in the C-U area. Brought to you by Visit Champaign County and the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation.