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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Chambana Proud episodes:

June 25, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: June 26–28
Fireworks, drone shows, community celebrations, local beer, and more Pride events combine for another brilliant weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in as Carly & Terri run down all the details you need to know to get out and about.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.

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/
Riggs Fest: https://www.riggsbeer.com/events/riggs-fest-2024-956-473/
Tolono Fun Days: http://tolonofundays.org/schedule-of-events/
Arthur’s Freedom Celebration: https://arthuril.us/events/event/arthurs-freedom-celebration-4
MLK Jettie Rhodes Community Day: https://www.mlkjrd.com/#/
Tea with the King and Queen: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/drag-tea
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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10min
June 18, 2026What's Happening June 19–21
This weekend is filled with celebrations! Carly & Terri share how you can celebrate Juneteenth with a concert, Pride at Toast to Taylor Street, America 250 with an incredible exhibit, the stunning summer blooms with the Master Gardener Walk, and our vibrant theatre scene with a production at the Station Theatre.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.

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/
Forging Liberty Exhibit: https://www.champaigncountyhistory.org/
Juneteenth Concert: https://champaignparks.org/event/juneteenth-concert/
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Abridged): https://stationtheatre.com/season-53
Champaign County Master Gardner Walk: https://extension.illinois.edu/cfiv/garden-walk-2026
Toast to Taylor Street Pride Edition: https://www.facebook.com/taylorstreetblockparty
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
7min
June 18, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: June 19–21
This weekend is filled with celebrations! Carly & Terri share how you can celebrate Juneteenth with a concert, Pride at Toast to Taylor Street, America 250 with an incredible exhibit, the stunning summer blooms with the Master Gardener Walk, and our vibrant theatre scene with a production at the Station Theatre.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.

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/
Forging Liberty Exhibit: https://www.champaigncountyhistory.org/
Juneteenth Concert: https://champaignparks.org/event/juneteenth-concert/
The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Abridged): https://stationtheatre.com/season-53
Champaign County Master Gardner Walk: https://extension.illinois.edu/cfiv/garden-walk-2026
Toast to Taylor Street Pride Edition: https://www.facebook.com/taylorstreetblockparty
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
4min
June 11, 2026Episode 93: Celebrating America’s 250 with the Champaign County History Museum
The Champaign County History Museum, vital to preserving our local history, is pulling out all the stops to help us celebrate America’s 250 with an exception exhibit. Tune in as Carly
& Terri talk with Museum President, TJ Blakeman, about the rare items on display for a brief time at the Champaign Public Library.

Stay tuned in for weekend events from Raggedy Ann rallies to soda fests to Juneteenth celebrations.

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 County History Museum: https://www.champaigncountyhistory.org/
Forging Liberty Exhibit:
https://secure.champaigncountyhistory.org/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fpo
rtal%2Fevents
Raggedy Ann Rally: https://www.facebook.com/events/2012694962919848/
Mahomet Soda Fest: https://www.mahometchamber.com/soda-fest
Junteenth Celebration: https://champaignparks.org/event/juneteenth/
Dark Sky Series: Disney and Pixar’s Elio:
https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/dark-sky-series-disney-and-
pixars-elio
Songs for a New World: https://twincitytheatreco.ludus.com/index.php
Chambana Proud: https://www..com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events:
https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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39min
June 04, 2026Episode 92: A New Season of World-Class Performance
The 2026–2027 season at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts was just announced, and it’s filled with must-see performances. Terri & Carly sit down with Julianne Ehre, Assistant Director of Programming and Engagement, to dig in on those dates we need to circle on our calendar, the collaborations that make Krannert Center so unique, and how our performing arts venue stacks up against others across the country. Hint: we’re right there at the top!

With summer programming in full swing, we have more ways to spend your weekend, so tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to start planning.

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/
Love for All(erton): https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/love-for-allerton/
Cereal Celebration: https://urbanafreelibrary.libnet.info/event/15564561
Pour Bros. 4th Annual Market St. Beer Fest: https://www.facebook.com/events/1450384366774201/?active_tab=discussion
Saturday Morning Goat Hike: https://www.prairiefruits.com/event-details/saturday-morning-goat-hike-2026-05-30-09-30
Postmark Urbana: https://40north.org/our_programs/postmark-urbana/
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
May 28, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: May 29–31
Live music on the streets, a wine walk, 20 years of Amish baked goods, old-time baseball, and historic trains—it’s all on tap this weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area! Carly and Terri run down just a few ideas to get out and explore.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.

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 Homestead Bakery 20th Anniversary Open House: https://www.facebook.com/thegreatpumpkinpatch
Friday Night Live!: https://40north.org/our_programs/friday-night-live/
Champaign Clippers Round Robin: https://champaignclippers.org/schedule/
6th Annual Wine Walk: https://champaigncenter.com/wine-walk/
Pizza on the Rails: https://www.mrym.org/events
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
8min
May 21, 2026Episode 91: It’s in the “Meat Mail”
Whether you’re looking for something to grill for Memorial Day weekend or a special cut that you can’t find at the grocery store, the University of Illinois Meat & Egg Sales Room is the destination you need to know about. Carly & Terri chat with Elli to learn about the academics and science behind the storefront to discover what students are learning and how they shape the future of the food industry.

Stay tuned in for ideas on how to spend your Memorial Day Weekend in and around the Champaign-Urbana area 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/
Meat Science Lab: https://ansc.illinois.edu/about/facilities/meat-science-laboratory
Meat & Egg Sales Room: https://meatandeggsales.illinois.edu/
Candlelight Serenade: Jazz Edition: Strawberry Day: https://www.okawvalleyorchard.com/
4th Annual Comedy Competition: https://yellowandcoevents.com/buy-tickets
Junction Futball Club Women’s Premier Soccer League: https://www.junctionfcwpsl.com/
Candy Foster 60th Anniversary Celebration Concert: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=1127
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
38min
May 14, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: May 15–17
This weekend, we say goodbye to our many graduates from the University of Illinois, and we also welcome back some spring and summertime favorites. From plant sales to live music on the streets, Carly and Terri run down the many ways you can get out in and around C-U this weekend.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.

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/
Sola Gratia Spring Plant Sale: https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/spring-plant-sale-2026
Ikebana: Party with Shakuyaku and a Grand Ikebana Demonstration: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/the-farms-ikebana-party-with-shakuyaku/ and https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/the-farms-grand-ikebana-demo/
Illinois Amish Heritage Center Guided Tour: https://www.illinoisamish.org/
Drag Story Hour: https://www.goodjudyscu.com/event-list
Toast to Taylor St.: https://www.soundbridgefoundation.org/about-toast
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
9min
May 07, 2026Episode 90: A New Generation of Agriculture
Farmers’ markets are back in action in the Champaign-Urbana area, but how do these growers get their start, and how are they supported? Meet the Land Connection. Terri & Jordan talk with Jacquelyn, Executive Director, about their farm trainings, education, and resources to help first generation farmers, and how they make local ingredients accessible for all.

We have more ideas on how to get out this Mother’s Day weekend, so tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast to start planning.

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 Land Connection: https://www.thelandconnection.org/
Cirque Atlantis: https://gold.cirqueitalia.com/events/1594_Water-Circus-Atlantis-Champaign-IL?cid=GBN
Sangamon River Showcase: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/upper-sangamon-river-conservancys-sangamon-river-showcase
Lights Up! CU Sings Broadway: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/peoples-chorus-may-2026-concert-lights-up-cu-sings-broadway
The 11th Annual Re-Fashioned Fashion Show: https://www.facebook.com/SCDillinois/
How Well Do You Know Your Mom: https://www.visitdowntownchampaign.com/sound-bites
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
44min
April 30, 2026What's Happening in Chambana: May 1–3
May is here, bringing plant sales, live music outside, Champaign’s inaugural Agave Fest, independent films, and impeccable ballet performances. Terri & Jordan run down how to spend your spring weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast and start planning.

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 Agave Fest: https://www.champaignagavefest.com/
Savoy Lumiere Festival: https://2026lumiere.chambanafilmsociety.org/
The Farms: Bluebell Festival: https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/bluebellfestival2026/
CU Ballet’s Little Mermaid: https://thevirginia.showare.com/
WPGU Battle of the Bands: https://www.facebook.com/events/2019453938955936?active_tab=about
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
...more
10min

FAQs about Chambana Proud:

How many episodes does Chambana Proud have?

The podcast currently has 183 episodes available.