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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The podcast currently has 163 episodes available.

Chambana Proud episodes:

August 29, 2024What's Happening August 29–September 2 (Take Two!)
It’s Labor Day weekend and we’re kicking it off with Fighting Illini Football! Beyond the game, there’s a lot of fun ways to celebrate the weekend. Tune in as Terri & Carly give a rundown for the weekend so you can make your plans!
Today’s podcast 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/
Fighting Illini Football: https://fightingillini.com/sports/football/schedule
Arthur Cheese Festival: https://arthurcheesefestival.com/wpcheese/
Candlelit Serenade: Symphony Edition: https://www.facebook.com/events/1046988856848521/
Flesor’s Candy Kitchen 20thAnniversary Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/events/447961994838081
Hardy’s Reindeer Ranch Corn Maze Opening Day: https://www.facebook.com/events/372343659303207
Chambana Proud:https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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9min
August 22, 2024Episode 48: 100 Years of Supporting Champaign County
It’s not just the events and activities that make the Champaign-Urbana area brilliant. The United Way of Champaign County has been there every day for 100 years to provide the necessary resources to all in our community to ensure that each person thrives. Terri and Carly talk with Sue Grey to learn about the many programs they provide to the most in collaboration with their many partners and how we can play a role in giving back. Stay tuned in to learn what’s coming up this weekend so you can 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/
United Way of Champaign County:https://www.unitedwaychampaign.org/
Friday Night Live: https://40north.org/our_programs/friday-night-live/
Mahomet Music Festival: https://www.mahometmusicfest.com/
Monthly Rocket Launch: https://champaignparks.org/event/monthly-rocket-launches/2024-08-24/
Nashville Songwriters Live in the Round: https://www.facebook.com/events/1125459748530600/
Champaign Park District’s Day in the Park: https://champaignparks.org/event/day-in-the-park/2024-08-25/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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50min
August 15, 2024What's Happening in Chambana: August 15-19
Before the students return to campus, we have one more weekend of summer fun. Terri & Carly rundown some weekend events to enjoy in and around Champaign-Urbana. Take advantage of these activities before we welcome over 56,000 University of Illinois students back to the community.

Today’s podcast 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/
True West:https://twincitytheatreco.ludus.com/index.php?show_id=200459071
Pens to Lens: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=988
Piatt County Annual Quilt Festival: https://www.facebook.com/events/916838349847956
Pedal the Preserves: https://www.champaignforests.org/Get-Involved/Ways-to-Support/Foundation/Pedal-the-Preserves
Comedian Myq Kaplan at Yellow & Co.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/817-730pm-yellow-and-co-presents-comedian-myq-kaplan-tickets-922107577587?aff=oddtdtcreator
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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11min
August 08, 2024Episode 47: Paxton is the Place to Be
Just north of Champaign lies the small town of Paxton. While it may be small, big things are happening with new restaurants, bars, a live music venue, and dozens of events. Terri & Carly talk with Paxton Main Street director, Donna, to get the inside scoop on what to experience and why it’s important to support our rural communities and our local businesses. Stay tuned in for all the fun events happening this weekend in Chambana!

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/
Paxton Main Street:https://www.paxtonmainstreet.com/
Paxton Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/PaxtonMainStreet
Champaign Whiskey Fest: https://www.champaignwhiskeyfest.com/
Prairie Crossroads Blues Fest: https://www.bluesfest.prairiecrossroadsblues.org/
CU Days: https://champaignparks.org/event/champaign-urbana-days-cu-days/2024-08-09/
Farm Olympics at Sola Gratia: https://www.solagratiacsa.com/events/farm-olympics
FamILLy Movie Night at Memorial Stadium: https://fightingillini.com/news/2024/8/2/football-familly-movie-night-film-selected-event-set-for-aug-10.aspx
Morrissey Park ParkRun: https://www.facebook.com/morrisseyparkparkrun?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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56min
August 01, 2024What’s Happening in Chambana: August 1–5
With school starting in a few weeks, Terri & Carly run down a variety of events to keep the summer celebration alive. Don’t miss events like the Crystal Lake Park Art Fair, the Downtown Street Fest, and musicals, live music, and trains! Tune in to make your weekend plans.
Today’s podcast 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/
Lizzie the Musical: https://stationtheatre.ludus.com/index.php
Crystal Lake Park Art Fair: https://en-gb.facebook.com/events/821807353082285/
Downtown Street Fest: https://champaigncenter.com/downtown-throwdown/
Summer Concert Series: One Foot In: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/summer-concert-series-one-foot-in
Monticello Weekend Train: https://www.mrym.org/calendar/weekend-train-3bgrd-sdfdg-rx3rn-sf4xn-8z4h8-nj5k3-hz2zg-b7xwh-ath69
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
July 25, 2024Episode 46: The Heart of Innovation
With the University of Illinois in our backyard, research and innovation abounds, impacting our community and the world. Terri & Carly talk with Melissa Edwards with the Office of Research & Innovation about how we can get connected to what’s happening on campus, how it impacts our lives, and why we should be proud of these contributions. Stay tuned in for a wrap-up of this weekend’s events!
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/
University of Illinois Office of Vice Chancellor of Research & Innovation: https://research.illinois.edu/
This Week in Illinois Research: https://research.illinois.edu/news/week-illinois-research
Experience the Aurora: https://www.parkland.edu/Audience/Community-Business/Parkland-Presents/Planetarium/Events/Calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D1137369017
Monticello Movie Night: Barbie: https://www.facebook.com/events/1808230669679345
Summer Splash: https://www.champaignforests.org/events/details/summer-splash
Girls Rock! CU Camp Showcase & Rock Fest: https://tockify.com/rbtevents/detail/2111/1722124800000?startms=1719810000000
Day in the Park with the Champaign Park District: https://champaignparks.org/event/day-in-the-park/2024-07-28/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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45min
July 18, 2024What’s Happening in Chambana: July 18–22
A full weekend of summer events is here! Terri and Carly suggest some things to do, including the return of the Champaign County Fair, a SpongeBob Musical, a plant swap, and lots of live music.
Today’s podcast 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 Fair: http://www.champaigncountyfair.cc/fair-schedule.html
The SpongeBob Musical: https://monticellotheatre.org/tickets
The Wallflowers: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=923
Plant Swap: https://www.facebook.com/events/1666815984060808/
Summer Soul Festival: https://www.facebook.com/events/1266239430829053/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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6min
July 11, 2024Episode 45: The Symphony Under the Stars
Music under the stars is a unique experience, and Terri and Carly talk with Elizabeth from Sinfonia da Camera and local promoter Patrick Singer with Pygmalion to discuss this weekend's ILLIAC concert, a free event featuring drinks from Art Mart, Maize, Stango Cuisine, and Kona Ice. Stay tuned in for more events to enjoy this weekend.
Bonus: Don’t miss the picture of Terri’s Italian vacation clogs, which caused much intrigue during the recording.
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 ILLIAC: https://theilliac.com/
Sinfonia da Camera: https://www.sinfonia.illinois.edu/
Pygmalion: https://thisispygmalion.com/
Historic Farm Days: https://www.historicfarmdays.com/
Grease Sing-a-Long: https://thevirginia.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=912
Jazz Night at the Venue CU: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/live-music-night-the-venue-cu-tickets-911419108087
PostMark Urbana: https://www.facebook.com/events/1575922322954562/?ref=newsfeed
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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48min
July 04, 2024What’s Happening in Chambana: July 4–8
Happy Independence Day! Tune in as Terri & Carly talk about the ways to celebrate around the community with various options for fireworks throughout the weekend, alongside a variety of live music options and the kickoff to the popular Fisher Fair.
Today’s podcast 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/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
Champaign County Freedom Celebration: https://july4th.net/
Homer Freedom & Music Festival: https://www.facebook.com/events/1720112775462521
Paxton's Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration: https://www.facebook.com/PACCjulyfourth/
Tuscola Sparks in the Park: https://tuscola.org/residents/community-events/event/2024/07/06/sparks-in-the-park-2024
AudioFeed: https://audiofeedfestival.com/
Fisher Fair: https://fisherfair.com/
Spindependence: https://www.instagram.com/spindependence/
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10min
June 27, 2024Episode 44: Getting Off the Beaten Path
Did you know there are 30 different trails to explore in the Champaign County Forest Preserves? Terri & Carly chat with them about their 2024 Trail Challenge and some off-the-beaten-path trails you must check out. They also share numerous upcoming projects to enhance these free, public spaces. Keep listening for the many fun summer events happening this 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/
Champaign County Forest Preserve District: https://www.champaignforests.org/
Trail Challenge: https://www.champaignforests.org/Get-Involved/Ways-to-Support/Trail-Challenge
Riggs Fest: https://www.riggsbeer.com/events/riggs-fest-2024/
Tolono Fun Day: https://www.facebook.com/TolonoFunDay
Arthur Freedom Celebration: https://illinoisamishcountry.com/wp/illinois-amish-country-and-arthur-area/arthurs-freedom-celebration-and-fireworks/
UP Center Pride Party: https://www.facebook.com/events/472506685225659/
Lakeside Brews, Beats and Eats: https://champaignparks.org/event/lakeside-brews-beats-eats/
Chambana Proud: https://www.chambanaproud.com/
Experience Champaign-Urbana Calendar of Events: https://www.experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events
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49min

FAQs about Chambana Proud:

How many episodes does Chambana Proud have?

The podcast currently has 163 episodes available.