Urbana Champaign Big Broudband
On this episode of Smile Politely Radio, we talk to John Kersh, Visiting Urban Project Planner for the Urbana Champaign Big Broadband (UC2B) project. We discuss what exactly UC2b is, how it came about, and what it's long term goals are. We also delve into how the project is trying to attract local businesses and how it will help peope in underserved areas.
(0 ratings) Going down to market
(0 ratings) Trees Are Good
On this episode of Smile Politely Radio, we're joined by Sharon Lilly from the International Society of Arboriculture. ISA is a professional organization promoting urban tree care worldwide, which is headquartered in Champaign. Wediscuss what exactly an arborist does, general tree care information, and why exactly ISA is located in the middle of Central Illinois. Plus, we talk about all the great benefits we get from trees, especially for our mental health. Sharon is ISA's Director of Educational Goods and Services and a Board Certified Master Arborist.
(0 ratings) This week on Smile Politely Radio we invited Maya and Paul from CUDO, The Champaign Urbana Design Organization, to chat with us about the vibrant creative community in Chambana. CUDO began the now highly popular Pecha Kucha events here in Champaign, bringing together speakers and presenters from all areas and fields in the community to share their insights on creativity. In addition, CUDO hosts a number of networking events, portfolio review opportunities for burgeoning designers, and other activities to foster the design community in Champaign. Download this week's show to hear more about these events, how CUDO got started, and just some of the ideas they're working on to continue supporting and expanding the design community in Central Illinois.
(0 ratings) This week on Smile Politely Radio we invited Maya and Paul from CUDO, The Champaign Urbana Design Organization, to chat with us about the vibrant creative community in Chambana. CUDO began the now highly popular Pecha Kucha events here in Champaign, bringing together speakers and presenters from all areas and fields in the community to share their insights on creativity. In addition, CUDO hosts a number of networking events, portfolio review opportunities for burgeoning designers, and other activities to foster the design community in Champaign. Download this week's show to hear more about these events, how CUDO got started, and just some of the ideas they're working on to continue supporting and expanding the design community in Central Illinois.
(0 ratings) Turn It UP! 2012
On this episode of SP Radio, we talk with Tom Miebach, the organizer of the UP Center's annual fundraising event, Turn It UP!, which is happening this Friday, April 13 at 7 p.m. This is the third year for this event, and the line up this year is extremely full of local musicians, artists, spoken word performers, comedians and much more.
In addition to this event, we talk a little about the services the UP Center provides and the continued momentum of the local GLBTQA community.
(0 ratings) Record Store Day 2012
On this episode, we are joined by Jeff Brandt, owner of Exile on Main Street, and Isaac Arms, local musician guy extraordiare, to discuss the plans for Record Store Day 2012. The annual holiday for music geeks is coming up on Saturday, April 21. In addition to have several special releases for sale, Exile will have bands playing in store all day long. Click here for the latest information. Smile Politely will have much more coverage closer to the official day.
Scheduled bands: the Dirty Feathers Elsinore New Ruins RedLeg Mille Nomi Midstress Curb Service Deathtram An Evening With Your Mother Take Care DJ Kirkwood West Kate and James Hathaway DJ Reed Richards DJ Mertz emerges from his cave! Megan Johns Mayor Don G & Chloe Rose Coed Pageant
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(0 ratings) Vegetarian eating in C-U means a lot more than just a bean burrito from Taco Bell. On this episode of Smile Politely Radio, we talk to SP writers Amelia Bowen and Jeremiah Stanley about the best places to eat vegetarian and vegan in town. This include totally vegetarian restaurants like the Red Herring, plus all the great options elsewhere in town.
During the show, Amelia frequently refers to this article she wrote about her Top Ten meatless meals of 2011. You can read that article here. And here’s Jeremiah’s recent review of the Red Herring, which he calls his favorite vegan restaurant in town. But do check out all of SP's extensive archive on vegetarian and vegan dining.
Warning: Do not listen to this week’s show unless you have easy access to food.
(0 ratings) On this episode, we are joined by Chris Davies, music writer for Smile Politely and a member of the relatively new local group Finer Feelings. We talk to Chris about the differences between being a musician, being a music writer/critic and whether those two jobs can co-exist in an area as small as C-U. Plus, we’ll play a few songs from Finer Feelings and hear about the bands upcoming plans, which include a show this Friday at Bentley's.
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