Chambana Proud

By 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 busin... more

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February 26, 2026Episode 85: Explore. Create. Code. Imagine at Parkland College.
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Parkland College for Kids: https://www.parkland.edu/Main/Academics/Academic-Resources/Community-Education/Youth/College-For-Kids
Parkland Discover U Teens Programs: https://www.parkland.edu/Main/Academics/Academic-Resources/Community-Education/Youth/DiscoverU-Teen-Programs
Hip Hop Convene Festival: https://krannertcenter.com/events/hip-hop-convene
2026 Oscar Nominated Animated Shorts Screening: https://www.chambanafilmsociety.org/
Romeo & Juliet: https://parkland.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2011
217Flea’s Pop Up Market: https://217flea.com/
Insect Fear Film Festival: https://publish.illinois.edu/uiuc-egsa/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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39min
February 19, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: February 20-22
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
AgTech Week: https://www.cuagtechweek.com/
From the Club, For Life: https://thevirginia.org/
Guided Tour Campus Culture: Antiquity that Shaped the University of Illinois: https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2682
AMA with Meteorologist Andrew Pitchard: https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/meteorologist-ama
Fighting Illini Women’s Gymnastics vs. UCLA: https://www.statefarmcenter.com/events/detail/illini-wgym-vs-ucla
Black Joy Social with Open Mic, Step Performance, and Choir: https://www.parkland.edu/Main/About-Parkland/Department-Office-Directory/Student-Life/Fun-and-Friends/Upcoming-Events/Black-History-Month
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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21min
February 12, 2026Episode 84: The Art of Krannert Art Museum
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Krannert Art Museum: https://kam.illinois.edu
Head over Heels: The Musical: https://stationtheatre.ludus.com/index.php
Love is a Joke Comedy Tour: https://yellowandcoevents.com/buy-tickets
Outside in Champaign Forests: Love Birds Edition: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/outside-in-champaign-forests-love-birds-edition
Anti-Valentine’s Day : https://www.bentleyspub.com/
Korean New Year Games: https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2672
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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39min
February 05, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: February 6–8
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/
Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week: https://experiencecu.org/events/restaurant-week
CU Folk & Roots Winter Weekend: https://rosebowltavern.com/
Flatlands Dance Film Festival: https://www.spurlock.illinois.edu/events/event.php?ID=2671
Prairie Fruits Farm Store & Classroom Grand Opening: https://www.prairiefruits.com/event-details/farm-store-classroom-grand-opening-party
Illinois Soul 2nd Anniversary featuring MAYSA: https://krannertcenter.com/events/illinois-soul-2nd-anniversary-featuring-maysa
National Women & Girls in Sports Day with Fighting Illini Women’s Basketball: https://fightingillini.evenue.net/promotions/event/WB25/15/WB25SELLOUT
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8min
January 29, 2026A Restaurant Week Preview with Urbana’s New Go-to Diner
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/
Lazy Daisy Diner & Café: https://lazydaisydiner.com/
Champaign-Urbana Area Restaurant Week: https://experiencecu.org/events/restaurant-week
Opening Night at the Museum: https://kam.illinois.edu/event/opening-night-museum-spring-2026
UI Con 2026: https://www.ui-con.org/
A Comedy Extravaganza: https://wl.eventim.us/event/a-comedy-extravaganza/676154?afflky=CanopyClub
Mudpuppy Festival: https://www.landconservationfoundation.org/events-1/mudpuppy-festival-2026
Moses the Black with the Chambana Film Society: https://www.chambanafilmsociety.org/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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37min
January 22, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: January 23–25
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Neko Case: Neon Gray Midnight Green Tour: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1067
Innovation Center Open House: https://champaignparks.org/event/innovation-center-open-house/
Blue Sky Revival: Allman Brothers Tribute: https://rosebowltavern.com/
Pineapple Fest at Esquire Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/people/Esquire-Lounge-Inc/100063634990834/
Champaign Movie Makers 48-Hours Film Competition Screening : http://www.chambanafilmsociety.org/
Moses the Black Trailer: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/moses-the-black
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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12min
January 15, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: January 16–18
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank:https://www.busey.com/
Journey to Freedom: Illinois’ Underground Railroad Travelling Exhibit Opening: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/15076847
Custom Home and Interior Showcase: https://www.customhomeandinterior.com/
Community Seed Exchange at Sola Gratia Farm: https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/2nd-annual-community-seed-exchange
The 1985—Totally 80’s Mixtape: https://thecadillacevents.com/etn/the-1985-totally-80s-mixtape-live/
40th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Service of Celebration: https://eeborman.wixsite.com/website-8
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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16min
December 18, 2025Episode 81: Our Annual Ask Us Anything
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Amasong Solstice Concert: https://www.amasong.org/
Hibernation Solstice Market: https://www.cloudmountainkombucha.com/
Pathway of Lights Santa Night: https://www.aikmanwildlife.com/
Winter Lights in Downtown Urbana: https://www.urbanail.gov/community-development-services/page/arts-culture-calendar-events
Rose Bowl Holiday Spectacular: https://rosebowltavern.com/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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52min
December 11, 2025What’s Happening in Chambana: December 12–14
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 [email protected].

Show links:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Dot: https://stationtheatre.com/
8th Annual St. Joe Santa 5K Run/Walk: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/StJoseph/Santa5kRaces
Christmas in Tolono: https://www.facebook.com/events/673956705435666/
Season of Light and Santa’s Secret Star: https://parkland.universitytickets.com/w/default.aspx?cid=173
Winter Lights in Downtown Urbana: https://www.urbanail.gov/community-development-services/page/arts-culture-calendar-events
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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December 04, 2025Episode 80: Eating Her Way through Champaign-Urbana, One Story at a Time
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:
Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/
Busey Bank: https://www.busey.com/
Smile Politely Food & Drink: https://www.smilepolitely.com/category/food-drink/
Derailed Fest: https://www.pretzlerecords.com/event-list
Tuscola Christmastown 2025: https://tuscola.org/residents/community-events/event/2025/12/05/christmastown-2025
Mahomet Village Christmas: https://visitmahomet.com/new/index.php/events/mahomet-village-christmas#
Allerton Holiday Showcase: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/openingweekend/
Crisis Nursery Children’s Holiday Shop: https://www.facebook.com/events/1857481961841526/?acontext=%7B
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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46min

FAQs about Chambana Proud:

How many episodes does Chambana Proud have?

The podcast currently has 165 episodes available.