Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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Show event detailsChristian Women's Connection- Luncheon
Wednesday, August 20, 2008  

Christian Women's Connection invites you to a Painting Along the Path luncheon and program on Wednesday, August 20 at Countryside Banquet Facility in Washington.  The Banquet Facility is located at 659 School Street in Washington from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.  Cost is $14.  Reservations are due by August 14.  For more information, call 266-9254.

Show event detailsPDA Workshop- Verizon Wireless
Wednesday, August 20, 2008  

Learn how to use your PDA with Verizon Wireless in Peoria.  A Worshop for PDA’s will be held on Wednesday, August 20th at 7 p.m. at 2401 W. Pioneer Parkway in Peoria.   Learn how to text message, set up your speed-dial, synch with your address book, send emails and more.  Classes are free.  Attendees are broken down into groups according to type of PDA.  For more information, or to register, visit:  www.pdaworkshop.wds.vzw.com

Show event detailsWrangler Round-Up- Weaver Farms
Friday, August 22, 2008  

Enjoy dinner, live & silent auctions and dancing with the locally popular West MacQueen Street Band, under the tent and stars at Weaver Farms.  Dinner is $50/person or $400 for a table of ten with full bar available.  Dress is casual.  Doors open at 6pm, dinner at 7pm, live auction at 8pm and dance at 9pm.  From 9pm-midnight, those not wanting to attend the dinner are encouraged to come out and join in the fun for a $5 donation at the door to benefit CIRT.  Tickets for the dinner can be purchased by contacting CIRT by phone or email.  100% of the proceeds will benefit CIRT.

Show event detailsFestival of Horses and Polo on the Green- Weaver Farms
Saturday, August 23, 2008  

Gates open at 11am for a full day of affordable family run right here in Peoria!  Free parking at RL Nelson with free shuttles running continuously until approximately 7pm.  Admission is $5 per person or $20 per family.  Day long activities will include:  a vendor tent featuring some of the Peoria Riverfront Artists; concessions including Echo Valley grilled meats, snack items and full bar service; Silent Auction and raffles.  The kids can have a great time on inflatable’s by Fun on the Run, face painting and “down on the farm” inspired interactive games.  Armbands for unlimited kids’ activities are just $5 and adults are free with a paying kid!  The horse demonstrations, Parade of Breeds and CIRT demonstrations will take place on the Polo Field and in the indoor arena and will begin at approximately 1pm.  The Polo match begins at 4pm and will run until approximately 6:30pm. Tickets for upfront “Box Seats” are $10 per person or bring your lawn chairs or blankets (no coolers please) and sit back to enjoy the day.  This event is a great and affordable way to introduce your family and friends to the beauty of Weaver Farms and the wonderful world of horses all while benefitting a great local cause.

Show event detailsAnnual Hummingbird Festival
Saturday, August 23, 2008  

The Illinois Audubon Society and Forest Park Nature Center will host a Hummingbird Festival on Saturday, August 23 from 9-12 noon at the Nature Center.  For more infomraiton, call 686-3360.

Show event detailsCharity Dodgeball Tournament- ItsOurGoal.com
Saturday, August 23, 2008  

ItsOurGoal.com Charity Dodgeball Tournament

When:   August 23, 2008
Where:  Gill Street Sports Bar & Restaurant
          3002 Gill St., Bloomington, IL
Cost:      $50 per team (5 people maximum per team)

The tournament champions will receive a $125 grand prize and the official ItsOurGoal.com t-shirts!

Bring All of Your Friends For
FREE Give-Aways- 50/50 Raffles - & Lots of Drink Specials 

Show event details24th Annual Pig Roast
Saturday, August 23, 2008  

Prospect United Methodist Church, 300 E. Ash Street, Dunlap, is celebrating its 24th Annual Pig Roast on Saturday, August 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. The all-you-can-eat dinner includes pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, home-baked desserts, and much more. Carryout service will be available. Adult tickets are $7 in advance and $8 at the door. Child tickets (ages 4-12) are $4, and children 3 and under will be served for free. For ticket information, please call the church office, at 243-7300, on weekday mornings. Returning this year will be live music, plus a new family-friendly feature--inflatables for the kids for only $2!

Show event detailsIllinois Country Music Association Summer Showcase
Saturday, August 23, 2008  

The Illinois Country Music Association's Summer Showcase will be held on Saturday, August 23 at the Caterpillar Performing Arts Center at Five Points in Washington (360 North Wilmor Road).  Doors will open at 6 p.m.  Show begins at 7 p.m.  All tickets are $12 each.  www.fivepointswashington.org.  Call 444-8222 for more information. 

Show event detailsDance
Saturday, August 23, 2008  

There will be a dance at the Riverplex Wellness and Recreation Center from 7-11 p.m. High school students are invited. $10 for ELITE students.

Show event detailsSpeed Dating Event for Single Professionals
Wednesday, August 27, 2008  

Speed Dating Event for Single Professionals — Come meet someone special. Cupid.com/PreDating is a fun, no pressure way for busy professionals to meet. It's based on the incredibly hot, new way for singles to meet other singles – speed dating – and there's no rejection. Recent research shows that the chemistry between two people occurs within the first few minutes of meeting. With Cupid.com/PreDating you go on up to 12 six-minute dates in one evening. You can quickly determine who you would truly like to hear from again. It's fun and convenient.

When: August 27
Where: Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery
619 SW Water Street
Peoria, IL 61602

7:00 p.m. 40s & 50s, Ages 45-55, $35.00

Register at www.Cupid.com/PreDating
Online registration is required and parties fill up quickly!

Show event details20th Annual Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival
Friday, August 29, 2008  

FRI-SAT, 08/29-30/2008
20TH ANNUAL BUDWEISER ILLINOIS BLUES FESTIVAL
20 years of the blues in Peoria turns any frowns upside down. Come celebrate the blues on the Peoria Riverfront at the longest running blues festival in central Illinois!
Riverfront Festival Park - Peoria, IL

Show event details20th Annual Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival
Saturday, August 30, 2008  

FRI-SAT, 08/29-30/2008
20TH ANNUAL BUDWEISER ILLINOIS BLUES FESTIVAL
20 years of the blues in Peoria turns any frowns upside down. Come celebrate the blues on the Peoria Riverfront at the longest running blues festival in central Illinois!
Riverfront Festival Park - Peoria, IL

Show event detailsWWE presents RAW/ECW Live
Saturday, August 30, 2008  

WWE presents RAW/ECW Live will take place at the Peoria Civic Center Arena on Saturday, August 30, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $26.50, $31.50, $41.50 and $51.50 and go on sale Saturday, June 21, 2008, at 12 p.m.

Show event detailsHelp Kick Cancer at the Speedway
Saturday, August 30, 2008  

Event: Don't Delay Help Kick Cancer at the Speedway
Location: Towerline Speedway
Address: 14220 Towerline Road Pekin Illinois
Phone:    309-353-6200
Website: www.towerlinespeedway.com
Time:      5-9 pm
Attractions: Go Karts, Rock Climbing Wall, Rock em Sock em Robots, Miniature
Golf, Crafts for the kids, Face Painting, Miscellaneous items sold there.
Price: Varies, Please Check Website. Please let them know you are there for
Relay for Life.
Part of the Proceeds go to Relay for Life.

Show event detailsFamily Fun Day- Pekin Dragon's Dome
Saturday, August 30, 2008  

Family Fun Day will be held at Pekin Dragon's Dome on Saturday, August 30 from 11-5 p.m.  Pekin Dragon's Dome is located at 3401 Griffin Drive in Pekin.  The event benefits Children's Hospital of Illinois.  Cost is $5 per family.  There will be the Mid-State Thunderbirds, inflatables and games, concessions, all about clowns, puppet shows, a cruise in, singing by Cookie Bannon and more.  A portion of the proceeds will go to the Children's Hospital of Illinois. 

Show event detailsLabor Day
Monday, September 01, 2008  

Today is Labor Day!

Show event details"Five Thousand Meters: Nothing Comes Easy" at the Apollo Theater
Wednesday, September 03, 2008  

Peoria's Team in Training, an organization that raises money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, is showing the movie "Five Thousand Meters: Nothing Comes Easy" at the Apollo Theater Sunday, August 3 at 1:30.  The movie is a documentary of U.S. Track and field athletes training to make the olympic team, East Peorian Tim Broe is featured in the movie. Tickets may be purchased for $10 at Running Central, either Peoria Cub Foods locations or at the door.

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Friday, September 05, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Saturday, September 06, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsVeterans Homefront Drive
Saturday, September 06, 2008  

Support the families of our troops with the Veterans Homefront Drive on Saturday, September 6th at the American Legion Post 979, Airport Road in Bartonville.  Proceeds benefit Central Illinois Military Family Readiness Programs.  The ride sign in will be from 11 am- 1 pm.  For more information on the ride sign in, visit www.microbikers.com.  The ride will end at the American Legion Post 979.  There will be military displays, kids activities, adventure course, auction, music form JammSammich and more.  The motorcyle ride is organized by MICRO (Mid-Illinois Charity Riders Organization). 

Show event detailsGrandparent's Day
Sunday, September 07, 2008  

Today is Grandparent's Day!

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Sunday, September 07, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsFinancial Peace University
Sunday, September 07, 2008  

Dave Ramsey's "Financial Peace University" has helped countless Americans slacken their bonds with financial stress.  Find out why Dave Ramsey has gained so much respect for his financial advice.
The classes run in 13-week cycles, and meet Sunday afternoons (1:00-3:00PM).  Each session will be repeated on the following Wednesday night (6:45-8:00PM).  Come to whichever session fits your schedule each week; don't miss a single week! Classes begin Sunday, September 7, 2008.

Location-
Financial Peace University Classes meet at:
Dream Center Peoria
714 Hamilton Blvd. (2nd floor)
Peoria IL 61603

Contact for more information or to register-
Audrey Brown | Financial Peace University
Phone: 309.676.7700 x245
Email:
audrey.brown@riversidepeoria.com
www.riversidepeoria.com

Show event details2008 MS Walk in Peoria
Sunday, September 07, 2008  

The 2008 MS Walk in Peoria will take place on Sunday, September 7th.  Registration starts at 12 noon with the walk starting at 1 p.m.  Come to Junction City to start the race.   Get more information at: http://www.msillinois.org/site/PageServer?pagename=msw08_loc_centralillinois

Show event details4th Annual Walk to Cure Diabetes
Sunday, September 07, 2008  

4th Annual Walk to Cure Diabetes
Sunday, September 7
11:30 am - registration
1 pm walk time at Glen Oak Park
 
Create your own team or just come join the fun! Featuring entertainment, face painting, a Fun on the Run bouncer, refreshments, and much more! All proceeds go to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Show event detailsCWTC Pathway Awards Dinner and Silent Auction
Tuesday, September 09, 2008  

You are invited to the CWTC Patchway Awards Dinner and Silent Auction on Tuesday, September 9 at the Par-A-Dice Hotel in East Peoria.  Silent Auction and Cocktails start at 5 p.m.  Dinner and Program starts at 6 p.m.  Tickets are $35 each.  For more information, call 686-3300. 

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Wednesday, September 10, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Thursday, September 11, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Friday, September 12, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event details2008 PARC Benefit Auction
Friday, September 12, 2008  

The 2008 PARC Benefit Auction will be held Friday, September 12, 2008 at the Par-A-Dice Hotel ballroom. As government revenues become more uncertain, funds raised through PARC's Benefit Auction are more important than ever to our ability to sustain, strengthen, and enhance the programs and services we provide to individuals with developmental disabilities. Please make your reservation today and come celebrate the potential of every person! Individual reservations are $40 and tables of ten are $350. Call (309) 689-3608 to make your reservation or go online to www.PARCway.org

Show event detailsWinnie the Pooh
Friday, September 12, 2008  

Sept. 12-14   The Eureka College theater department and Eureka College Women’s Board will present the children’s theater production of “Winnie the Pooh,” including activities and treats, at 7 p.m. Sept. 12-13 and 2 p.m. Sept. 14 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College. The fund-raiser for the Women’s Board costs $10 for adults and $5 for students. Call 467-6363 for reservations.

Show event detailsApplegate and Compnay- Forest Park Nature Center
Friday, September 12, 2008  

The Peoria Park Distirct's Forest Park Nature Center will host a concert by Applegate and Company on Saturday, July 12 at 7 p.m., part of the Nature Center's 2008 "Songs from the Woods" concert series.  Concert fees are $7 for adults, $6 for children and CORE members receive a $1 discount.  For more information, call 686-3360.

Show event detailsCommon Place's 22nd Annual Walk for Reading
Saturday, September 13, 2008  

Come support literacy by walking through the streets of literature: Rhett Butler Blvd., Curious George Way, Anne of Green Gable Place, and many more at Common Place’s 22nd Annual Walk for Reading on Saturday, September 13, at Common Place, 514 S. Shelley Street.  Two routes will be available: a 5K “Novel” walk, and a 1 mile “Short Story” walk, both routes encompassing a stop at the Lincoln Branch Library.
Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m., with the Walk starting at 8:30 a.m.  Registration is $20 for individual and $30 for family.  Sponsorship is encouraged, as well as team participation.
Common Place is a social service organization focusing on literacy, and is located on Peoria’s South Side.  Common Place offers after school homework help and enrichment activities for children grades K – 12, summer youth programs for children ages 8 – 15 years, and adult one-on-one tutoring and small reading and math group classes.

Show event detailsBenefit for Kelly Burdette
Saturday, September 13, 2008  

A benefit for Kelly Burdette, who is battling Guillian-Barre Syndrome, will be held on Saturday, September 13.  The benefit will begin at 12 noon at Pearce Community Center, 613 Cedar in Chillicothe.  There will be food, games, a silent auction, live auction and kid's area.  For more infomraiton, call 678-5446. 

Show event detailsVoice Recital- Eureka College
Saturday, September 13, 2008  

Sept. 13 Elizabeth Ducey Moss will perform a voice recital with piano accompanist Gretchen Church at 4 p.m. Sept. 13 in the Chapel at Eureka College. The event is free. For more information, call 467-6397.

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Saturday, September 13, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsMiss Saigon
Sunday, September 14, 2008  

Peoria Players Theatre presents the beautiful musical Miss Saigon, directed by Steve Bortolotti.  Miss Saigon runs at 7:30 p.m. on September 5, 6 10,12, and 13.  On September 7 and 14, the show runs at 2:30 p.m.  Order tickets are get more information by calling 688-4473.

Show event detailsPedal the Prairie- Cancer Center for Healthy Living
Sunday, September 14, 2008  

Join the fun of Pedal the Prairie!  Ride or walk!  Start and end at Connor Company located at 1209 W. Pioneer Parkway Peoria. Ride or walk at your own pace while enjoying the scenic Rock Island Trail State Park. Walkers to follow bikes at 9:15 am. Choose any distance that is comfortable for you.

  • Start to Chanute Road and return - 1.5 miles
  • Start to Alta and return - 4 miles
  • Start to Picnic Area and return - 10 miles
  • Start to Dunlap and return - 12 miles
  • Start to Princeville and return - 24 miles

Sunday, September 14, 2008
8:00 am Check-in
Ride starts at 9:00 am; Walk Starts at 9:15 am
Bikers & Walkers Return by 11:00 am

All funds stay local, providing local services.
visit: www.cchlpeoria.org

 

 

 

Show event detailsWinnie the Pooh
Sunday, September 14, 2008  

Sept. 12-14   The Eureka College theater department and Eureka College Women’s Board will present the children’s theater production of “Winnie the Pooh,” including activities and treats, at 7 p.m. Sept. 12-13 and 2 p.m. Sept. 14 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College. The fund-raiser for the Women’s Board costs $10 for adults and $5 for students. Call 467-6363 for reservations.

Show event detailsComedian Asif Mandvi- Eureka College
Wednesday, September 17, 2008  

Sept. 17 Comedian and actor Aasif Mandvi, correspondent for Comedy Central channel’s The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, will present “Behind the Scenes of the Real Fake News” at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 17 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College. Cost is $5. Call 467-6420 for tickets.

Show event detailsRon White at Peoria Civic Center
Thursday, September 18, 2008  

 

Due to popular demand, a second Ron White performance has been added at the Peoria Civic Center Theater. This new show will be on Thursday, September 18, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.
 
Tickets go on sale Friday, July 25, 2008, at 12 p.m.

Show event detailsRascal Flatts and Taylor Swift at PCC
Friday, September 19, 2008  

Rascal Flatts, with special guest Taylor Swift, will bring their "Bob That Head Tour 2008" to the Peoria Civic Center Arena on Friday, September 19, 2008, at 8 p.m.
 
Tickets go on sale Saturday, July 26, 2008, at 10 a.m.

Show event detailsRon White
Friday, September 19, 2008  

Fri 9/19 Ron White, Theater, 7:30 p.m. Tickets on sale now, $39.75.

Show event detailsSpirit of Hope Concert- OSF Saint Francis Benefit
Saturday, September 20, 2008  

Sat 9/20 John McDermott “Spirit of Hope” Concert to Benefit OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Theater, 8 p.m. Tickets on sale now, $45-$100. Special ticket packages available by calling 309-566-5666.

Show event detailsViolin Recital- Eureka College
Saturday, September 20, 2008  

Sept. 20 Marcia Henry-Liebenow will perform a violin recital with piano accompanist Richard Syracuse at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20 in the Chapel at Eureka College. The event is free. For more information, call 467-6397.

Show event detailsStark County Fall Festival
Saturday, September 20, 2008  

Stark County Fall Festival Drive September 20-21, 9am to 5pm, Free Admission. Communities include: Bradford, Castleton, Catalpa Grove, Indian Creek Vineyard, Lafayette, Toulon, Wyoming, & West Jersey. More Information call 309-550-5025.

Show event detailsStark County Fall Festival
Sunday, September 21, 2008  

Stark County Fall Festival Drive September 20-21, 9am to 5pm, Free Admission. Communities include: Bradford, Castleton, Catalpa Grove, Indian Creek Vineyard, Lafayette, Toulon, Wyoming, & West Jersey. More Information call 309-550-5025.

Show event detailsSeeter with Saving Abel and Black Stone Cherry
Sunday, September 21, 2008  

Seether, with special guests Saving Abel and Black Stone Cherry, will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Exhibit Hall on Sunday, September 21.
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 8, 2008, at 10 a.m.

Show event detailsTailwagger's Classic- Pekin
Sunday, September 21, 2008  

The Tailwagger’s Classic, a benefit for the Tazewell Animal Protective Society, is coming up on September 21st, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The event will take place at Mineral Springs Park, Royal Avenue Shelter and include The Fly Dogs from St. Louis, a dog behavior/training demonstration, a “My Dog’s Got Talent and Costume” contest, a dog walk, a raffle, pet related booths and much more! TAPS is bringing this event back this year and hopes to make it bigger and better than ever!

Show event detailsAutumnal Equinox
Monday, September 22, 2008  

Fall begins today.

Show event detailsBowl for Kid's Sake
Friday, September 26, 2008  

Come out and Bowl to support your local Big Brothers Big Sisters!  The fun event will be at the Landmark Recreation Center, 3225 Dries Lane, Peoria, Illinois.  The event will be held Septemebr 26, 27 and 28!  Sign up at www.hoibbbs.org or call 637-1771.

Show event detailsBowl for Kid's Sake
Saturday, September 27, 2008  

Come out and Bowl to support your local Big Brothers Big Sisters!  The fun event will be at the Landmark Recreation Center, 3225 Dries Lane, Peoria, Illinois.  The event will be held Septemebr 26, 27 and 28!  Sign up at www.hoibbbs.org or call 637-1771.

Show event details30th Annual Zoo Run and Walk at the Peoria Zoo
Saturday, September 27, 2008  

The Peoria Zoological Society will host the 30th Annual Zoo Run and Walk on Saturday, September 27 at 8 a.m. at the Peoria Zoo in Glen Oak Park.  This year, the race will include a 5K run, a quarter mile Youth Run and a 1 1/2 mile walk.  For more information, call 681-3500.

Show event detailsFolk Concert at Forest Park Nature Center
Sunday, September 28, 2008  

The Peoria Park District's Forest Park Nature Center will host a special Sunday night concert by folk-singing legend and songwriter Bill Staines on Sunday, September 28 at 7 p.m.  Concert fees are $7 for adeults, $6 for children.  CORE members receive $1 off.  For more information, call 686-3360.

Show event detailsCemetery Walk- Eureka College
Sunday, September 28, 2008  

Sept. 28 The Eureka College theater department and the Woodford County Historical Society will present a cemetery walk featuring historical figures from Eureka’s past at 3 p.m.  Sept. 28 in Olio Township Cemetery, 1015 S. Main St., Eureka. The event is free. For more information, call 467-6363.

Show event detailsDonnie Swaggart at the Gateway Building
Sunday, September 28, 2008  

Heritage Christian Center of Peoria, a church that will begin meeting weekly, starting Sept. 7th @ 6PM
at The Gateway Building is hosting a Major Event titled:
Revival in Peoria with Internationally-known Evangelist
DONNIE SWAGGART
On Sunday, Sept. 28th @ 6PM
at The Gateway Building 200 NE Water St, along the beautiful riverfront in Peoria, IL.
The Pastor is Jon M Wenger, a former Youth Pastor of Faith Christian Centre of Greater Peoria in Washington, founder of The Peoria Outreach Center and a graduate of Washington H.S. and Illinois Central College.
For More Information Contact:
 309-361-4557 or 815-434-0507
or email us:
heritagechristiancenter@yahoo.com
Visit us on the web at: 
www.heritagechristiancenter.net
 
Come & Join Us For A Life Changing Event! 


Show event detailsBowl for Kid's Sake
Sunday, September 28, 2008  

Come out and Bowl to support your local Big Brothers Big Sisters!  The fun event will be at the Landmark Recreation Center, 3225 Dries Lane, Peoria, Illinois.  The event will be held Septemebr 26, 27 and 28!  Sign up at www.hoibbbs.org or call 637-1771.

Show event detailsStep Out for Diabetes Walk
Saturday, October 04, 2008  

What a better way to spend a fall morning than by walking a few miles in around the pond at White Oak Park in Bloomington/Normal with your family, friends and co-workers? In addition, you'll be helping to raise money for a cure for diabetes! Grab your walking shoes and come out for a fun-filled morning of music, food and festivities on October 4th. Call 888-342-2383 ext 6546 for more information.

Show event details2nd Annual NICU Small Wonders Miracle Walk
Saturday, October 04, 2008  

What: 2nd Annual NICU Small Wonders Miracle WalkWhen: Saturday, October 4, 2008Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Where: Riverplex Recreation CenterPeoria, ILPlan on joining us as we gather to celebrate, reconnect, and remember all of the families who have received care at the OSF Saint Francis – Children’s Hospital of Illinois Neonatal Intensive Care Unit throughout the past 50 years. To register, go to the CHOI website: www.childrenshospitalofil.org after August 3, 2008 to download the registration forms. For more information about the walk or about offering sponsorship for this event, please contact Megan Mutti, NICU Parent Pathfinder, at parentpathfinder@gmail.com.

Show event detailsPeoria Light The Night Walk
Sunday, October 05, 2008  

Peoria Light The Night Walk will take place on Sunday, October 5 on the Peoria Riverfront. It is a 2-3 mile walk.  For more information, call Gina at 217-737-0510. 

Show event details“Mozart’s Magnificent Voyage”
Thursday, October 09, 2008  

Thurs 10/9 “Mozart’s Magnificent Voyage” YouTheater performance, Theater, 10 a.m., Tickets on sale now, $8. Featuring the Peoria Symphony Orchestra.

Show event detailsLittle Red Devils Improvisational Comedy Troupe
Saturday, October 11, 2008  

Oct. 11 The Little Red Devils improvisational comedy troupe made up of Eureka College students will perform at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11 in the Chapel at Eureka College. Admission is by donation to Alpha Psi Omega theater fraternity. For more information, call 467-6363.

Show event detailsColumbus Day
Monday, October 13, 2008  

Today is Columbus Day.

Show event detailsMama Mia!
Tuesday, October 14, 2008  

Tues 10/14 – Sun 10/19 Mamma Mia!, Theater, 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 14-16, 8 p.m. on Oct. 17, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Oct. 18, and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 19. Tickets on sale July 25 at 10 a.m., $36.50, $56.50, $66.50 and $76.50.

Show event detailsMamma Mia
Wednesday, October 15, 2008  

Mamma Mia!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Peoria Civic Center in October, 2008. Performances begin on Tuesday, October 14 and run through Sunday, October 19 at the Peoria Civic Center Theater.
 
Show times and dates are as follows:
 
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
 
Tickets for Mamma Mia! go on sale Friday, July 25, 2008, at 10 a.m.vv

Show event detailsMamma Mia
Thursday, October 16, 2008  

Mamma Mia!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Peoria Civic Center in October, 2008. Performances begin on Tuesday, October 14 and run through Sunday, October 19 at the Peoria Civic Center Theater.
 
Show times and dates are as follows:
 
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
 
Tickets for Mamma Mia! go on sale Friday, July 25, 2008, at 10 a.m.

Show event detailsMamma Mia
Friday, October 17, 2008  

Mamma Mia!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Peoria Civic Center in October, 2008. Performances begin on Tuesday, October 14 and run through Sunday, October 19 at the Peoria Civic Center Theater.
 
Show times and dates are as follows:
 
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
 
Tickets for Mamma Mia! go on sale Friday, July 25, 2008, at 10 a.m.

Show event detailsMamma Mia
Saturday, October 18, 2008  

Mamma Mia!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Peoria Civic Center in October, 2008. Performances begin on Tuesday, October 14 and run through Sunday, October 19 at the Peoria Civic Center Theater.
 
Show times and dates are as follows:
 
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
 
Tickets for Mamma Mia! go on sale Friday, July 25, 2008, at 10 a.m.

Show event details3rd Annual Historically Black College/Universities College Fair
Saturday, October 18, 2008  

The 3rd Annual Historically Black College and Universities College Fair will be held on October 18 from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Manual High School, 811 S. Griswold in Peoria. 

Show event detailsMamma Mia
Sunday, October 19, 2008  

Mamma Mia!, the smash hit musical based on the songs of ABBA, returns to the Peoria Civic Center in October, 2008. Performances begin on Tuesday, October 14 and run through Sunday, October 19 at the Peoria Civic Center Theater.
 
Show times and dates are as follows:
 
Tuesday, October 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Sunday, October 19 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
 
Tickets for Mamma Mia! go on sale Friday, July 25, 2008, at 10 a.m.

Show event detailsAmber Brown Is not a Crayon
Tuesday, October 21, 2008  

Tues 10/21 Amber Brown Is not a Crayon YouTheater Performance, Theater, 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Tickets on sale now, $6.

Show event detailsLARRY THE CABLE GUY LIVE!
Friday, October 24, 2008  

Larry the Cable Guy's 'Eat, Drink and Be Larry Tour 2008" will be at the Peoria Civic Center on Friday, October 24 at 8 p.m.  Tickets go on sale Friday, June 20 at 10 a.m.  Tickets are $43.25.  Call the Peoria Civic Center Ticket Office and all Ticketmaster locations.  676-8700 or www.ticketmaster.com

Show event detailsBeyond Baroque- Peoria Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, October 25, 2008  

Sat 10/25 Peoria Symphony Orchestra presents “Beyond Baroque!” Theater, 8 p.m. Tickets on sale now, $35-$71. Call 671-1096. Featuring trumpet soloist Crispian Steele-Perkins.

Show event detailsHalloween
Friday, October 31, 2008  

Don't get too spooked! Today is Halloween! Have fun!

Show event detailsFrankenstein at Eureka College
Friday, October 31, 2008  

Oct. 31-Nov. 1 and Nov. 5-8 The Eureka College theater department’s production of “Frankenstein” will be staged at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31-Nov. 1 and Nov. 5-8 in Pritchard Theatre at Eureka College. Cost is $7 and $3 for all students. For reservations, call 467-6363.

Show event detailsElection Day
Tuesday, November 04, 2008  

Who will be the next president of the United States of America? YOU get to decide today!

Show event detailsThe Legend of Sleepy Hollow You Theatre Performance
Wednesday, November 05, 2008  

Wed 11/5 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow YouTheater performance, Theater, 10 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Tickets on sale now, $6.

Show event detailsEureka College Chorale and Chamber Singers
Sunday, November 16, 2008  

Nov. 16 The Eureka College Chorale and Chamber Singers will present their fall concert at 4 p.m. Nov. 16 in the Cerf Center at Eureka College. The event is free. For more information, call 467-6397.

Show event detailsThe Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Monday, November 17, 2008  

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is sure to give audiences holiday memories to last a life time.  The show will be held at the Peoria Civic Center arena for three shows November 17 and 18.  On Monday, November 17, the show will be held at 7:30 p.m.  On Tuesday, November 18, you can see the show at 4 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.  For more informaiton, call 673-8900.

Show event detailsRadio City Christmas Spectacular
Tuesday, November 18, 2008  

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is sure to give audiences holiday memories to last a life time.  The show will be held at the Peoria Civic Center arena for three shows November 17 and 18.  On Monday, November 17, the show will be held at 7:30 p.m.  On Tuesday, November 18, you can see the show at 4 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.  For more informaiton, call 673-8900.

Show event detailsThanksgiving
Thursday, November 27, 2008  

Today is Turkey Day -- Gobble Gobble! Happy Thanksgiving!

Show event detailsBob and Tom Comedy All-Stars Tour
Saturday, December 06, 2008  

The Bob and Tom Comedy All-Stars Tour is coming to the Peoria Civic Cente