Chambana Proud

As spring break comes to a close, Terri and Jordan give you some ideas on ways to get out and explore. From Big Ten Gymnastics to Mob Stories to celebrating Women’s History Month with a Drag Show, you’ll be able to plan a full weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast.

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Are you in on the thrifting trend? You should be, and 217Flea is making it easy! Terri talks with Emily at 217Flea and Resistance Threads on her very popular markets, how she managed to get students off campus, and why shopping for used clothing is so important for social, environmental, and economic purposes.

Stay tuned in for ideas on how to spend your spring break weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area.

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This weekend showcases the many diverse events the Champaign-Urbana region hosts on any given week. From big antiquing events to early St. Patrick’s Day activities to celebrating literacy and short track speedskating competitions, you’ll find something to keep you entertained.

Tune in to plan your weekend at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast.

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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.   

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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.

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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 aw...

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 pres...

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Happy Thanksgiving! Terri & Carly have several ways for you to enjoy this festive weekend. Whether you start it off early this morning with the Urbana Park District’s Turkey Trot so you can feel good about filling your plate later, or you head out later this weekend to enjoy shopping local, holiday markets, festive parades, and lighted walks, we have the rundown for you!

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Adding to the charm of Monticello’s Courthouse Square, Monticello Mercantile is your quintessential boutique featuring a variety of locally-made goods alongside must-have fashion items, and adorable baby items (even if you don’t have a baby!) Owner, Callie Jo, also with the City of Monticello, shares why shopping local is not only important during the holiday season, but all year long.

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Beyond football and basketball, there’s a lot happening around the area to fill your weekend. Terri & Carly run down a few events to check out, including the inaugural Midwest Yiddish Festival, theatrical performances, comedy, a Black Authors Book Fair, and a must-shop vintage market.

Tune in at chambanaproud.com or wherever you podcast.

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A 5th generation, certified organic farm in Paxton, is shaping our palates to taste the difference in their homegrown spirits. Silver Tree Beer & Spirits, a sibling-owned distillery, is keeping it entirely local, down to the barrels that age their whiskey. Listen as Terri talks to Dallas Glazik to learn about the beginning of the business, the distillation process, and how we can experience their various offerings.

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From the University of Illinois Dad’s Weekend to spooky and cultural celebrations, there’s a lot happening this Halloween Weekend. Tune in as Carly and Terri do a run down of some of this weekend’s to-do activities, and hear Carly’s opinion on whether Terri should go through a haunted house. (Hint: the answer is absolutely not.)

Check out these events and more at experiencecu.org.

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The Illinois Arboretum, a campus and community favorite, has a new visionary. Terri & Carly sit down with Derek Peterson, who, alongside an incredible team, made Allerton Park & Retreat Center a must-visit destination. Derek, leading the same team, will bring a brilliant vision to the Arboretum to create a cohesive space filled with experiences as diverse as the ecosystems found within. Tune in to learn about their short- a...