Calendar of Events

Lakeview Museum's Art of the Brick

• Date(s): 04/10/2010 - 09/06/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: 10:00am- 4:00pm
• Location: Lakeview Museum
• Contact: Lakeview Museum
• Phone: (309) 686-7000
• Admission: Adults-$6.00 Seniors- $4.00 Children- $4.00
• Member Listing: Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences

The Art of the Brick museum show is currently touring the U.S. It is the first major museum exhibition in the United States to focus exclusively on the use of the popular LEGO® building block as an art medium and artist Nathan Sawaya takes it to new heights.

This New York-based artist is exhibiting more than thirty works created solely from standard LEGO bricks over the period 2002 - 2007 with several new ones created specifically for this exhibit. Nearly one million colorful LEGO pieces transformed into whimsical and awe-inspiring images are on display.

Sawaya's ability to transform this common toy into something meaningful, his devotion to spatial perfection and the way he conceptualizes action, enables him to elevate what almost every child has played with into the status of art.

"These works are very personal to me, since they reflect my growth as an artist as I strove to discover my creative identity," said Sawaya. "The museum exhibit is accessible because it engages the child in all of us while simultaneously illuminating sophisticated and complex concepts."

Peoria Riverfront Market

• Date(s): 07/03/2010 - 07/31/2010
• Recurring weekly on Saturday
• Times: 8:00am- noon
• Location: Peoria Riverfront
• Contact: Peoria Riverfront
• Phone: (309) 671-5555
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: Peoria Riverfront District

You'll find exceptional taste and freshness all season long.  Don't miss out on the best selection of fresh produce, local meats, eggs, berries, breads and cheeses in Central Illinois!  Everything is locally grown and brought directly from farms and gardens.  We also feature a one-of-a-kind selection of art including pottery, blown glass, jewelry, wood turned items, candles, soaps and more all handcrafted by local artists!

We are located across from the Illinois Antique Center in Liberty Park, and there is always plenty of free parking available. This great family event is generously sponsored by Humana!  Watch for new vendors, more entertainment, and lots of fun in the 2010 season! Only products grown or made in Illinois will be at our market.

2010 Midwest Cigar Summit

• Date(s): 07/30/2010 - 07/31/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: Please refer to Midwest Cigar Summit website
• Location: Jimmy's Bar- West Peoria, IL
• Contact: Lucas Woith
• Phone: (309) 621-1006
• Admission: FREE

The Midwest Cigar Summit will take place at the world famous beer garden at Jimmy's Bar in West Peoria, IL. 

* Multiple cigar vendors selling the hottest cigars
* Beer and spirit samplings
* Raffle prizes
* Special cigar seminars
* Special guests
* Midwest Cigar Summit Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
* Cigar legislation update/discussion

The event is free to the public, and you are welcome to bring your own cigars for smoking
and trading.  We will have multiple cigar vendors with great deals on cigars.  The Midwest Cigar Summit is produced in partnership with LCW Event Management and GW Branding, with support from the Gentleman's Cigar Society of Central Illinois.

Peoria Chiefs vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers

• Date(s): 07/30/2010 - 07/30/2010
• Times: 6:30p.m.-9:30p.m.
• Location: O'Brien Field
• Contact: Chiefs Box Office
• Phone: (309) 680-4008
• Admission: $7, $11
• Member Listing: Peoria Chiefs

Fireworks! FANomenal Fridays, Sarah Palin Night

Mackinaw Depot Centennial 100th Celebration

• Date(s): 07/31/2010 - 07/31/2010
• Times: See below
• Location: 301 N Main Street
• Contact: Garden Gate Floral or Tea Room at the Depot
• Phone: (309) 359-8734 or (309) 359-4232
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: Mackinaw Depot

Event Schedule
Noon-     "Era Accordion Music" by Willana Vogel & Clown/Balloon Artist
1:00pm-  Doc Barth's Old Time Medicine Show (Version 1)
2:00pm- "Prairie Six" Instrumental with Fiddles (Stage)
3:00pm-  Bloomington Barbershop Quartet (Strolling) & Ice Cream Social
4:00pm-  Doc Barth's Old Time Medicine Show (Version 2)
4:30pm-  Dale Jenkins' Presentation on ITS (Inside Team Room)
5:00pm-  Peoria Barbershop Quartet (Strolling)
6:00pm-  Hot Air Balloon Inflation (weather permitting)
6:30pm-  Dale Jenkins Presentation on ITS (Inside Tea Room)
7:00pm-  Deer Fry International (Stage)

Live At The Five Spot

• Date(s): 04/16/2010 - 12/31/2010
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 5:30pm- 7:30pm
• Location: 305 SW Water Street
• Contact: Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
• Phone: (309) 674-6822
• Admission: Members- $7.00 Non-members- $10.00
• Member Listing: Contemporary Art Center of Peoria

Live at the Five Spot is the Contemporary Art Center's music event featuring the best regional talent performing jazz, blues and more. It is a smokeless, nightclub atmosphere that is a great way to end a busy week with your friends. While the music fills the building, one can stroll through our three fine art galleries. Consult the calendar to learn what bands will be playing.

You may order food & drink from the Rhythm Kitchen yourself and bring it up or bring your own food and drink. Remember to bring your own plates, silverware and cups. After the performance, go downstairs to enjoy more live music at the Rhythm Kitchen.

If you would like a discount on admission, become a member of the CAC. If you join during Live at the Five Spot, you receive a free pass for two for another night. One of the benefits of membership is to be able to reserve a table. The large rounds are $25 and the conference table area is $50. If you have a large party and you want to be sure to be seated together, this is a good option to consider.

Soulful Sunday At Contemporary Art Center

• Date(s): 04/25/2010 - 12/26/2010
• Recurring monthly on the last Sunday
• Times: 3:00pm- 5:00pm
• Location: Contemporary Art Center
• Contact: Peoria Riverfront
• Phone: (309) 671-5555
• Admission: Members- $5.00 Non-members- $8.00
• Member Listing: Peoria Riverfront District

Gumbo for the Soul featuring family oriented entertainment with stand up comedy, special performances and R&B and gospel choral music.

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard Music Night

• Date(s): 05/29/2010 - 09/25/2010
• Recurring weekly on Saturday
• Times: 7:00pm
• Location: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
• Contact: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
• Phone: (309) 359-9463
• Admission: Tickets-$5.00
• Member Listing: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard

Saturday music nights at Mackinaw Winery! We have ropp cheeses for sale with crackers and also Butch's Pizza and guests may also bring in their own food we just do not allow outside beverages of any kind since we sell wine, beer, soda and water. Most music nights are well attended so it is always a good idea to bring your own lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on.  Reserved seating is available on our deck areas for an additional $5 per person, it is reserved by calling ahead and is done on a first come first serve basis.  Again, there are some evenings that all deck spaces may be reserved so please always bring a lawn chair or blanket for lawn seating.  See you this Summer & Fall!

Stark County Farmer's Market

• Date(s): 06/03/2010 - 09/30/2010
• Recurring weekly on Thursday
• Times: 3:30pm- 6:30pm
• Location: Downtown Wyoming, IL
• Contact: Lorie Hartz
• Phone: (309) 695-4739
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: Stark County Economic Development Partnership

The Farmer's Market is open every Thursday June through September from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in downtown Wyoming. The market is sponsored by the Wyoming Chamber of Commerce.

Horse Creek Trails

• Date(s): 06/18/2010 - 12/17/2010
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 6:30pm- 10:30pm
• Location: Astoria IL
• Contact: Fulton County Tourism
• Phone: (309) 338-2065
• Admission: Tickets- $2.00
• Member Listing: Fulton County Tourism Council - Canton

Pekin Main Street Downtown Farmer's Market

• Date(s): 06/24/2010 - 09/23/2010
• Recurring weekly on Thursday
• Times: 3:30pm- 6:00pm
• Location: Pekin City parking lot at 3rd & Margaret (behind Fast Dragon Restaurant)
• Contact: Pekin Main Street
• Phone: (309) 353-3100
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: Pekin Main Street

Fresh produce, baked goods, breads, local meats, farm fresh eggs, organic produce, plants & flowers, artisans and much more every Thursday at Pekin Main Street.

French Toast Wine Tasting

• Date(s): 06/25/2010(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 5:00PM- 7:00PM
• Location: French Toast Wine Country
• Contact: French Toast Wine Country
• Phone: (309) 686-0234
• Admission: Admission- $5.00
• Member Listing: French Toast Wine Country

Join us on Friday evenings for wine tasting at French Toast Wine Country's Wine Bar.  A casual food menu will be available as well.

Willett's Winery & Cellar Music Night

• Date(s): 07/02/2010 - 07/30/2010
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 6:30pm
• Location: Willett's Winery & Cellar
• Contact: Willett's Winery & Cellar
• Phone: (309) 968-7070
• Admission: Tickets- $50.00
• Member Listing: Willett's Winery and Cellar

The Wine & Dine Experience is a 4-course gourmet meal prepared by Chef Kevin Roecker with each course being expertly paired with wine from Willett's Winery & Cellar. During the evening, you'll hear about each course selection from Chef Kevin and each wine selection from winemaker, Dan Willett.  Joe Metzka will provide jazz music throughout the evening. This is an enjoyable evening. Tickets are $50 per person and include wine with each course.

Festival 56- Love's Labours Lost

• Date(s): 07/04/2010 - 08/04/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: See below
• Location: Festival 56- Princeton, IL
• Contact: Festival 56 Box Office
• Phone: (815) 879-5656
• Admission: Please Refer to Festival 56 Website
• Member Listing: Princeton Theater Group

Shakespeare's fun, light-hearted battle of the sexes comes to the festival stage! Ferdinand, King of Navarre, has forbidden women from his court so that he and his friends may devote three years to monk-like study. So when the Princess of France arrives outside with her lovely ladies-in-waiting, the gentlemen of the king's court are, of course, immediately tempted to sneak away from court in disguise and pursue the ladies. But the Princess of France and her ladies have other plans for the men.

Event Schedule 
July 4, 2010- 2:00pm
Every Wednesday & Sunday - 7:30pm

Art of Photography Show

• Date(s): 07/13/2010 - 09/14/2010
• Recurring every week day
• Times: 9:00am- 5:00pm
• Location: Graham Hospital Atrium Gallery -Canton, IL
• Contact: Fulton County Tourism
• Phone: (309) 547-3721
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: Fulton County Tourism Council - Canton

Come and view the Art of Photography Show at Graham Hospital Atrium Gallery.  Local art will be on display at the gallery until September 14th.

Peoria German American Central Society presents- Dinner at The Lindenhof

• Date(s): 07/23/2010 - 07/30/2010
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 5:00pm
• Location: The Lindenhof- 7601 N Harker Drive- Peoria, IL 61615
• Phone: (309) 691-7484
• Admission: Adult Dinner- $10.00 Children Dinner- $5.00 Desserts- $2.00
• Member Listing: German-American Central Society

On Friday, July 23rd dinner will consist of ziguener schnitzel (gypsy schnitzel) or pork loin, spaetzle or mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or broccoli-cauliflower casserole, salad, bread & butter.  Entertainment will be provided by Willana Vogel on the accordion.

On Friday, July 30th dinner will consist of German style buffet, featuring 3 meats, vegetable, salad, bread & butter.  Entertainment will be provided by Al's Pal's playing German music.

NSA Girls "B" World Series

• Date(s): 07/25/2010 - 07/31/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: Game play- 9:00am- 7:00pm
• Location: EastSide Centre
• Contact: EastSide Centre
• Phone: (309) 698-5437
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: EastSide Centre

EastSide is proud to host NSA Events at our award winning sports complex. The National Softball Association partners with EastSide to bring many girls and women's teams from throughout the nation to compete at competitive levels for all skill sets. From local qualifiers to state competition to national tournaments, NSA softball plays well at EastSide Centre.

Fulton County Fair

• Date(s): 07/26/2010 - 07/31/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: TBA
• Location: Fulton County Fairgrounds- Lewistown, IL
• Contact: Hancil Miller Or Fulton County Tourism
• Phone: (309) 547-3748 or (309) 647-6074
• Admission: $1.00 at the gate & Grand Stand admission varies per day
• Member Listing: Fulton County Tourism Council - Canton

Event Schedule
July 26 - Queen Contest
July 27 - Harness Racing
July 28 - Motocross
July 29 - Kids Day
July 30 - Tractor Pull
July 31 - Demolition Derby

Country Night

• Date(s): 07/28/2010 - 09/29/2010
• Recurring weekly on Wednesday
• Times: 7:00pm- 12:00pm
• Location: The Locker Room
• Contact: The Locker Room
• Phone: (309) 713-3334
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill

Every Wednesday is Country Night at The Locker Room.  There will be live music from 7:00pm- 9:00pm.  You can also create your own burger for $5.00 dollars, plus $2.00 domestic beverages.  This is a great time to wind down after a busy day. 

Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre presents- "Lie, Cheat & Genuflect"

• Date(s): 07/29/2010 - 09/12/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: See below
• Location: Conklin' Barn II Dinner Theatre
• Contact: Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre Box Office
• Phone: (309) 965-2545
• Admission: See below
• Member Listing: Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre

The Buckle brothers, Billy and Tom, are in big trouble.  Tom's bad luck playing the ponies has drained away Billy's savings and he has borrowed from loan shark Pizza Face Petrillo, who wants his money back or else.  Grandfather Buckle had plenty of money, but these two black sheep are out of the will. What else to do but dress Billy up as their cousin, which is a nun who is to inherit the entire fortune.  Throw in a stuffy lawyer, a hard drinking, man-hungry housekeeper and a trio of beautiful young women, and you have the recipe for a laugh-packed farce of twists, turns, puns and pratfalls.

Event Schedule
Evening Performances
Doors Open 6:00 P.M.
Buffet 6:30 - 7:30 P.M.
Show Starts 8:00 P.M.

Sunday Brunch Performances
Doors Open 12:00 Noon
Buffet 12:00 - 1:00 P.M.
Show Starts 1:30 P.M.

Event Admission
2010 Dinner and Show Pricing *
Thursday evenings:  $31.00 (musicals $33.00**)
Friday evenings, Sunday Brunch:  $33.00 (musicals $35.00**)
Saturday evenings:  $35.00 (musicals $37.00**)

National Championship Boat Races- APBA

• Date(s): 07/30/2010 - 08/01/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: TBA
• Location: Depue, IL
• Contact: US Title Series Championship Outboard Hydroplane & Runabout Racing
• Admission: TBA

Pekin Main Street Super Cruise

• Date(s): 07/30/2010 - 07/31/2010
• Recurring daily
• Times: Friday- 4:00pm- 10:00pm Saturday- 1:00pm- 8:00pm
• Location: Downtown Pekin
• Contact: Pekin Main Street
• Phone: (309) 353-3100
• Admission: FREE registration for vehicle display
• Member Listing: Pekin Main Street

Pekin Main Street Super Cruise will be held Downtown Pekin.  Last year over 5,000 people attended this event to view over 800 cars, trucks and bikes on display. Live music, food vendors, and spirits will be available.

Event Schedule
Friday, July 30th - Bike Rally Night, 6:00 - 10:00pm
-Live Entertainment
-Merchandise & Bike Vendors
-Custom Bike Display by PHAT JAX
-Free Registration & Parking
-Community Cruise 4:00 - 6:00pm   Discount & Raffles

Saturday, July 31st - Downtown Cruise, 1:00 - 9:00pm
-"West MacQueen Street" Band 5:00-9:00pm
-Dash Plaques (First 500)
-Vendor Alley
-Limited VIP Venue Tickets Available
-Welcome Kit & Free Registration
-Community Cruise 9:00am - 1:00pm   Discount & Raffles