It’s Race Weekend! Whether you’re running or volunteering, there are many ways to participate. Not into the race? Don’t worry, there are many other great activities to celebrate spring throughout Champaign-Urbana. Plan your weekend now! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links:  Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/  Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend: https://illinoismarathon.com/  Annual Spring Craft & Plant Sale: https://experiencecu.org/events/calendar-of-events?imgoing-event=annual-spring-craft-pl ..read more

Carly & Terri chat with Anthony with Triptych Brewing to learn about their tremendous growth, their curiosity that leads to over 80 beers a year, and their strong community partnerships and fan base. Find out what’s on tap next! Stay tuned for ideas of how to explore Champaign-Urbana this weekend! This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Triptych Brewing: https://triptychbrewing.com/ Ebertfest: https://ebertfest.com/ Babies & Brunch: https://www.prairiefruits.com/babies-brunch Bon ..read more

After experiencing totality during the eclipse, Terri & Carly prepare for an art-filled weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in to learn how best to do the Boneyard Arts Festival, navigate Mom’s Weekend, take advantage of spring weather with Illini Softball and Baseball, see artistically-made quilts, and sing along to Little Shop of Horrors. Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Boneyard Arts Festival: https://boneyardartsfestival.org/ University of Illinois Mom’s Weekend ..read more

March Madness continues as Terri & Carly celebrate Fighting Illini Men’s and Women’s basketball! Tune in to hear more about what else is happening this weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. Hint: Lots of Easter egg hunts! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links:  Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Nite Lite Egg Pursuit: https://champaignparks.org/event/nite-lite-egg-pursuit/ Modern Drugs Album Release: https://tockify.com/rbtevents/detail/1908/1711762200000?startms=1709272800000 Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt: https ..read more

With the solar eclipse just weeks away, Terri & Carly chat with Erik from the William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College about the best ways to view the eclipse locally or in Southern Illinois. Did you know that they have telescopes available to rent?! Also learn about their inclusive programming for Spanish speakers and those with sensory needs. Be sure to stay tuned for what’s coming up to plan your weekend! Love this podcast? Leave us a review! This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links:  Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://k ..read more

Terri & Carly are sporting their green and channeling their Irish spirit as they share ideas on how to wrap up spring break and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the Champaign-Urbana area. Tune in to make your plans! Today’s podcast is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links:  Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Simple Meals Cooking Class: https://www.commonground.coop/simple-meals-march Wild Earp and the Free for Alls “At the Wild Irish Rose Bowl”: https://tockify.com/rbtevents/detail/1920/1710552600000?startms=1709272800000 Fightin ..read more

With the Boneyard Arts Festival on the horizon, Carly & Terri catch up with one of their favorite local artists, Peg Shaw. They learn how her multimedia pieces bring out our emotions and how she inspires her students. Stay tuned for all the brilliant events happening this weekend in the Champaign-Urbana area. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/ Peg Shaw: https://www.pegshaw.com Parkland College of Art & Design: https://www.parkland.edu/Main/Academics/Departments/Arts-Media-So ..read more

Terri and Carly sit down with the Champaign County Forest Preserve District that is celebrating 75 years of serving our community. Dive in to learn about the many spaces and amenities while also learning about the impactful conservation and sustainability efforts that impact not just the preserves but the overall health of our area. Stay tuned as they run down a massive list of events coming up this weekend that you won’t want to miss.   This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.  Show links:  Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannert ..read more

Coming up on one of the biggest weekends of the year, Carly & Terri catch up with Jan Seeley, Race Director for the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend. She shares highlights for 2023, how the event has evolved and impacted the health of our community, and what’s coming up in 2024. Stay tuned for all the amazing events coming up this weekend, including the annual Ebertfest! This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Show links: Ebertfest at the Virginia Theatre: https://ebertfest.com/   Falconry Demonstration & Film, Overland, at Spurlock Museum: http ..read more

Spring is in the air and Terri and Carly look forward to all that’s on the horizon in Champaign-Urbana, including the Boneyard Arts Festival. Tune is as they talk to Kelly White with 40 North, the Champaign County Arts Council so you can learn all that you need to know about this countywide event and why art heals us and creates vibrant communities. This episode is sponsored by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Krannert Center for Performing Arts: https://krannertcenter.com/  40 North: https://www.40north.org/  Boneyard Arts Festival: https://boneyardartsfestival.org/  A ..read more