Events in Peoria

Memorial Day Ceremony

• Date(s): 05/27/2013 - 05/27/2013
• Location: Marshall Plaza, Peoria, IL
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The Memorial Day Ceremony is a celebration remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Heartland Festival Orchestra Concert V

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: Theatre doors open at 7:00pm, Curtain at 7:30pm
• Location: Five Points Washington, 360 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington
• Phone: (309) 444-8222
• Admission: $30 adults, $8 student/child (ID required)
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The Maestro's program will feature three of his favorites:  classic, idyllic, and buoyant.

Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre: "Out of Order"

• Date(s): 04/18/2013 - 05/30/2013
• Recurring weekly on Thursday
• Times: Doors open at 6PM, Buffet 6:30-7:30PM, Show 8:00PM
• Location: Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre, Timberline Rd., Goodfield, IL
• Phone: (309) 965-2545
• Admission: $33 ($35 for musical)
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Senator Richard Willey is back in action in this hilarious sequel to the hit farce Two Into One.  This time out, the Senator is checking into the Capital Hill hotel with the intension of having a tryst with Senate secretary Jane Worthington, but when they discover a body stuck in the hotel room window, all plans fly out the window and the Senator must call once more upon his brow-beaten personal assistant, George Pigden to try to save the day, but, naturally, he makes things worse for everyone, but the audience, who will reel with laughter as George and Senator Willey go into a tap dance of cover-ups to try to escape unscathed!

Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre: "Out of Order"

• Date(s): 04/19/2013 - 05/31/2013
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: Doors open at 6PM, Buffet 6:30-7:30PM, Show 8:00PM
• Location: Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre, Timberline Rd., Goodfield, IL
• Phone: (309) 965-2545
• Admission: $35 ($37 for musical)
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Senator Richard Willey is back in action in this hilarious sequel to the hit farce Two Into One.  This time out, the Senator is checking into the Capital Hill hotel with the intension of having a tryst with Senate secretary Jane Worthington, but when they discover a body stuck in the hotel room window, all plans fly out the window and the Senator must call once more upon his brow-beaten personal assistant, George Pigden to try to save the day, but, naturally, he makes things worse for everyone, but the audience, who will reel with laughter as George and Senator Willey go into a tap dance of cover-ups to try to escape unscathed!

Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre: "Out of Order"

• Date(s): 04/20/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Recurring weekly on Saturday
• Times: Doors open at 6PM, Buffet 6:30-7:30PM, Show 8:00PM
• Location: Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre, Timberline Rd., Goodfield, IL
• Phone: (309) 965-2545
• Admission: $37 ($39 for musical)
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Senator Richard Willey is back in action in this hilarious sequel to the hit farce Two Into One.  This time out, the Senator is checking into the Capital Hill hotel with the intension of having a tryst with Senate secretary Jane Worthington, but when they discover a body stuck in the hotel room window, all plans fly out the window and the Senator must call once more upon his brow-beaten personal assistant, George Pigden to try to save the day, but, naturally, he makes things worse for everyone, but the audience, who will reel with laughter as George and Senator Willey go into a tap dance of cover-ups to try to escape unscathed!

Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre: "Out of Order"

• Date(s): 04/21/2013 - 06/02/2013
• Recurring weekly on Sunday
• Times: Doors open at noon, Buffet 12-1 PM, Show 1:30PM
• Location: Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre, Timberline Rd., Goodfield, IL
• Phone: (309) 965-2545
• Admission: $35 ($37 for musical)
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Senator Richard Willey is back in action in this hilarious sequel to the hit farce Two Into One.  This time out, the Senator is checking into the Capital Hill hotel with the intension of having a tryst with Senate secretary Jane Worthington, but when they discover a body stuck in the hotel room window, all plans fly out the window and the Senator must call once more upon his brow-beaten personal assistant, George Pigden to try to save the day, but, naturally, he makes things worse for everyone, but the audience, who will reel with laughter as George and Senator Willey go into a tap dance of cover-ups to try to escape unscathed!

The Heart of Illinois Senior Games & The Arts

• Date(s): 05/23/2013 - 05/27/2013
• Recurring daily
• Location: RiverPlex Recreation and Wellness Center
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This is Central Illinois' largest games and fine art festival that is targeted towads people that are 50 years old and better. There will be a variety of activities, from sports and health to art and poetry.

Washington Cherry Festival

• Date(s): 05/29/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Recurring daily
• Location: Washington, IL
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The Wasington Cherry Festival is an outdoor carnival themed around cherries.

Summer Plant Sale

• Date(s): 05/31/2013 - 06/02/2013
• Recurring daily
• Location: Luthy Botanical Garden
• Phone: (309) 686-3362
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May 31 - June 2, 2013

Friday and Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm.

Peoria Riverfront Market

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 09/28/2013
• Recurring weekly on Saturday
• Location: Liberty Park on Peoria's RiverFront
• Phone: (309) 671-5555
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Every Saturday morning, June 1-September 28, 2013 from 8am-noon. Liberty Park on Peoria's Riverfront features local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, flowers, and local hand-crafted arts including jewelry, pottery, wood-turned items, and much more!

World War II D-Day

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/02/2013
• Recurring daily
• Location: Sommer Park
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Peoria will be seen as a city that prides itself on the accomplishments of its veterans and military, and the sacrifices they have made for our city and our freedom. The WWII Reenactmentors will bring history to life with over 30 tanks, half-tracks, trucks, and heavy weapons as well as World War II War Birds in action! You will be able to see the types of camps the Allies and Germans used during the war and battles will be reenacted throughout this action-packed, two-day event. Plus, this year they are featuring Russian Front and Pacific Theater displays. Come out with your family and experience history at Sommer Park!

FREE Boat Drunks Show (Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino)

• Date(s): 05/26/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Times: 7:00pm-10:00pm
• Location: Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino, 21 Blackjack Blvd, East Peoria, IL 61611
• Phone: (309) 699-7711
• Admission: FREE.
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Come to the Par-A-Dice Hotel parking lot on Sunday night of Memorial Day weekend to enjoy a great, FREE show of the Boat Drunks.  The Boat Drunks perform "topical rock" along with other favorites including Jimmy Buffet, REO Speedwagon and The Beatles.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase.  Please click on the website link above for all event details. 

Giant Flea Market

• Date(s): 05/26/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Location: Expo Gardens
• Phone: (309) 691-6332
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The Giant Flea Market will be held in the Youth Building at the Expo Center.  For more information visit, www.jcflea.com

International Music, Wine and Beer Festival

• Date(s): 05/26/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Times: 12p.m.-6p.m.
• Location: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery,33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw IL 61755
• Contact: Diane Hahn
• Phone: (309) 359-9463
• Admission: $10 per person, souvenir glass & 5 tasting tickets, $5pp ages 13-18, under 12 free
• Member Listing: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard & Winery
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The Annual Music, Wine and Beer two day Festival will be "bigger and better" for our 10th Anniversary year, featuring over 55 wines and 55 beers for tasting and purchase from "Around the World" and a new high end tasting station this year! Morton Community Bank is our corporate glassware sponsor and the Lions Club Charity will provide food concessions. Artisan cheese tasting with Ropp Jersey Cheese. Saturday and Sunday there will be music performed throughout the day with two bands on Sunday.

Pioneer Days

• Date(s): 05/26/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Times: 1p.m.-4p.m.
• Location: Sommer Park
• Phone: (309) 691-8423
• Admission: $2.25/Person 4 & Up
• Member Listing: Peoria Park District
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Last Sunday of Each Month, May-October. 1:00-4:00pm. 5/26: Heirloom Gardening. 6/30: Phrenology, 7/28: Pioneer “Free Time”, 8/25: Period Food Preservation, 9/29: 1850’s Fashion, 10/27: Autumn Play Party. Activities at the homestead, barn, blacksmith shop and schoolhouse may include: laundry, gardening, woodworking, blacksmithing, candle making, hands-on children’s activities. Sommer Park, 6329 Koerner Road, Edwards, IL 61528.

World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest and Festival

• Date(s): 05/26/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Times: 9:30am
• Location: Four Points by Sheraton
• Phone: (800) 676-8988
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2nd Workshop with UNLV Ragtime Rebels 9:30am

Annual Meeting OMPA, Inc. begins at 10:45am

Semi-Final and Final Competitions Main Hall at 1pm

Two Party Rooms open after finals

Chiefs vs. Wisconsin

• Date(s): 05/27/2013 - 05/27/2013
• Times: 1:00pm
• Location: Peoria Chiefs Stadium
• Admission: Tickets are $10 for bowl seats and $7 for lawn seats
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Come watch the Peoria Chiefs battle it out on the field against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. Tickets are half price.

World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest and Festival

• Date(s): 05/27/2013 - 05/27/2013
• Times: 9:00am
• Location: Four Points by Sheraton
• Phone: (800) 676-8988
• Admission: $25
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Beginning at 9am with Jacob Adams at the Piano "Salute To the Services" Prizes for Patriotic Attire

All-you-can-eat til 10:30am

Includes an array of fresh fruit, bacon, sausage scrambled eggs and scrambled eggs au gratin, seasoned potatoes, biscuits and sausage gravy, coffee, juice and decaf.

Tickets for this event are $25 but can be ordered with Dinner with the Champion for $45 for both.

Dinner with the Champion
with Ethan Uslan at the Piano
Recreating a "Shakey's-style "Atmosphere
with all-you-can-eat pizza and salad buffet

The Black Crowes

• Date(s): 05/28/2013 - 05/28/2013
• Times: 7:30p.m.
• Location: Peoria Civic Center Theater
• Admission: Tickets are $39.50, $44.50 and $49.50.
• Member Listing: Peoria Civic Center
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After a two-year hiatus, THE BLACK CROWES begin their second leg of their “Lay Down With Number 13” 2013 world tour. The Black Crowes will be performing in the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Tuesday, May 28th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday March 8th at 10 a.m. for $49.50, $44.50 and $39.50 at all Ticketmaster locations, Ticketmaster.com, the Peoria Civic Center Box Office or by phone at 800-745-3000.

"The Streets Belong to Me" Summer Youth Rally

• Date(s): 05/29/2013 - 05/29/2013
• Times: 12p.m.
• Location: Proctor Center, 309 S. DuSable St, Peoria, IL 61605.
• Phone: (309) 673-9183
• Member Listing: Peoria Park District
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Children ages 14-18 will participate in the Scavenger Hunt while the children under the age of 14 will celebrate the start of summer in the POOL! In exchange for a day of fun, we’re asking your pledge to show, promise, and prove you WILL NOT participate in violent activities or be involved in illegal activities and instead WILL park-ticipate in POSITIVE activities! Scavenger Hunt: Pre-register required on May 16th (Register your TEAM of 5). Prizes awarded to the winners. Every Team Wins!

Pedal Peoria- History Ride

• Date(s): 05/30/2013 - 05/30/2013
• Times: 6p.m.-8p.m.
• Location: Peoria Riverfront Museum
• Member Listing: Peoria Riverfront Museum
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Start at Peoria Riverfront Museum (Water Street entrance) at 6 p.m. Enjoy views from the Riverfront, Springdale Cemetery, Randolph-Roanoke-High Street homes, Giant Oak Park, Moss Ave Homes, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Frank Lloyd Wrong Homes.

Pickin On ELVIS

• Date(s): 05/30/2013 - 05/30/2013
• Times: 7p.m.-9p.m.
• Location: Sky Harbor Steakhouse 1321 N Park Rd. W. Peoria
• Contact: Daryl Klusendorf
• Phone: 674-5532
• Admission: none
• Member Listing: Sky Harbor Steakhouse
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Music Feature. Sky Harbor Pickin On Series YEAR 4, Set #5. The Last Thursday of the Month (7 - 9 PM) PICKIN ON ELVIS PRESLEY - CO HOST: DAVID STOVALL. This Month Elvis Presley historian and performer David Stovall joins me as we "Pick on" The King. In the intimate surroundings of the Sky Harbor Piano Bar, think of an evening with Elvis, Jamming in the Jungle Room rather than on the big stage in Vegas. No Cover, full menu available, reservations strongly suggested.

2013 IHSA Class 1A & 2A State Baseball Finals

• Date(s): 05/31/2013 - 05/31/2013
• Times: Games begin at 10:00am on Friday, May 31st and at 9:00am on Saturday, June 1st.
• Location: Peoria Chiefs Stadium, 730 SW Jefferson Avenue, Peoria, IL 61602
• Contact: Craig Anderson
• Phone: (309) 663-6377
• Admission: $6.00 per person.
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IHSA State Baseball Class A and 2A takes place in the Peoria Area the first weekend of June.  The state tournament features four teams for each class competing to be crowned State Champions of Illinois for their respective class.  Each class tournament will include two semifinal games on Friday and then the championship and 3rd/4th place games on Saturday.  Please click on the website link above for all tournament details.  

Boogie Shoes

• Date(s): 05/31/2013 - 05/31/2013
• Times: 7:00 - 10:00pm
• Location: Willett's Winery and Cellar, Manito, IL
• Phone: (309) 968-7070
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From the Field: A Night At the Field

• Date(s): 05/31/2013 - 05/31/2013
• Times: 6:00 - 8:30pm
• Location: From the Field Cooking School, 2029 S. Main St. Morton
• Contact: Bill Turney
• Phone: (309) 263-6020
• Admission: $50 per couple
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For one night we are turning our cooking school into an elegant restaurant.  We will welcome eleven couples in for a delicious four course dinner complete with live music.

The menu consists of Butternut Squash Soup with Fontina Cheese Crostini; Vertical Pear Salad; a Choice of Prime Rib with Horseradish Sauce, Chicken Marsala or Roasted Salmon with Tarragon Sauce served with Roasted Herbed Potatoes with Parmesan Cheese & Green Beans with Carmelized Onions, Walnuts & Herbs; Cheesecake with Fresh Berries.

Seating is from 6:00 to 6:30 with the evening commencing at 8:30.  You will be enjoying your meal to the sounds of acoustic guitar.

The cost is $50 per couple.  You can make reservations & pay online.

Sixteen Candles

• Date(s): 05/31/2013 - 05/31/2013
• Times: 7:30p.m.
• Location: CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing
• Phone: (309) 689-3019
• Admission: $7
• Member Listing: Peoria Park District
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May 31, at the CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing. Gates open: 7:30pm. Admission $7. RiverFront. (309) 689-3019. www.facebook.com/riverfrontevents.

2013 IHSA Class 1A & 2A State Baseball Finals

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: Games begin at 10:00am on Friday, May 31st and at 9:00am on Saturday, June 1st.
• Location: Peoria Chiefs Stadium, 730 SW Jefferson Avenue, Peoria, IL 61602
• Contact: Craig Anderson
• Phone: (309) 663-6377
• Admission: $6.00 per person.
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IHSA State Baseball Class A and 2A takes place in the Peoria Area the first weekend of June.  The state tournament features four teams for each class competing to be crowned State Champions of Illinois for their respective class.  Each class tournament will include two semifinal games on Friday and then the championship and 3rd/4th place games on Saturday.  Please click on the website link above for all tournament details.  

50 Rock Rocks the RiverFront

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Location: Peoria Riverfront`
• Phone: (309) 681-2859
• Admission: $15
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The Peoria Park District's 50 Rock program for active 50+ individuals is rocking the RiverFront on June 1.  There will be great music by the Boat Drunks, a catered Caribbean/island dinner and VIP seating for 50 Rock attendees.  Cost is $15.  RSVP required to 309-681-2859.

Annual Heart of Illinois Bird Show along with the Bird Fair

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: 9:00am
• Location: Grand Hotel, 4400 N. Brandywine, Peoria
• Admission: $3.00 per person
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Art on Main Fine Arts Festival

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Location: Jones Park, Downtown Canton
• Phone: (309) 647-2677
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Art, music, wine and food will fill Canton's downtown for the first Art on Main Fine Arts Festival.

Basic Beading Class

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: 1:00 - 4:00pm
• Location: Free to Bead
• Phone: (309) 688-3667
• Admission: $18/resident, $24/non-residents
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The Peoria Park District's Basic Beading class on Saturday, June 1 from 1:00-4:00pm at Free to Bead teaches participants 12+ how to create beautiful strung bracelets, necklaces, and earrings.  Cost $18/residents, $24/non-residents.  Register using code 55701.

Free to Bead will provide supplies to purchase.

Concert at the Vineyard-West McQueen Street

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: 7p.m.-10:45p.m.
• Location: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery,33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw IL 61755
• Contact: Diane Hahn
• Phone: (309) 359-9463
• Admission: $5 per person, 12 and under free
• Member Listing: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard & Winery
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Join us this weekend for the West McQueen band at the vineyard. Playing high energy dance music from the 50’s through today they will get you on the dance floor and keep you there all night! Look them up on the web at http://www.westmacqueenst.com. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy lawn seating or call to reserve deck seating for an additional $5 pp. You may bring your own foods just no beverages of any kind. Wine tasting and wine, beer, sodas, pizzas, cheese & crackers, & chocolates for sale.

Fairy Gardening Workshop

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: 10a.m.-11a.m.
• Location: Hornbaker Gardens
• Contact: Marcie Jaggers
• Phone: (815) 659-3282
• Admission: $30
• Member Listing: Hornbaker Gardens
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A Gardening Together Workshop with Molly Hornbaker Blogg. This is a hands-on workshop for all ages in which you will learn how to create and care for your very own miniature fairy garden. You simply bring your creativity for this cute and fun workshop! Fee includes your container, soil, and plants. You pick out and purchase your choice of miniature accessories, at a special 20% discount for workshop participants. Reservations required. You can also observe only at no cost.

Have Your Child "Bake with the B.O.S.S."

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: 1:00 - 3:00PM
• Location: Christian Center
• Phone: (309) 688-3667
• Admission: $35 for residents/ $43 for non-residents
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The Peoria Park District's Baking with the B.O.S.S. class for children ages 5-16 takes place at the Christian Center on Saturday, June 1 from 1:00 - 3:00pm.  Cost is $35/residents and $43/non-residents.  Register using code 56551.

Taught by Cookie Shack bakers, students will learn how to make their own cookie dough from scratch, decorate sugar cookies, read recipes, sift ingredients, and learn of the tools needed for baking.  Each participant will receive a grab bag or a discount coupon.

Market on Moss

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Times: 9:00am - 3:00pm
• Location: 2320 West Moss, West Peoria
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Market on Moss, French Style Market

Saturday, June 1st 9:00am - 3:00pm, rain date Sunday, June 2nd

Antiques - vintage curiosities - herbs - beautiful & tasty finds

FREE WINE TASTING

• Date(s): 10/13/2011(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Thursday
• Times: 5p.m.-7p.m.
• Location: Wines 'n More, 151 S. Main St. Morton, IL 61550
• Phone: (309) 291-0899
• Admission: FREE
• Member Listing: Wines 'n More
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Come on in and enjoy wines from around the world! Every Thursday we will be tasting new unique wines. Wines will be available the duration of the week. Throughout the month we will be sampling some of our gourmet foods also!! Friend us on FACEBOOK!!

Weekly German Dinners and Entertainment at the Lindendhof

• Date(s): 02/24/2012(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 5p.m.-8p.m.
• Location: The Lindenhof, 7601 N. Harker Drive, Peoria, Illinois
• Contact: Jeff Pulfer
• Phone: (309) 691-7484
• Member Listing: German-American Central Society
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The Lindenhof Restaurant is open to the public every Friday evening. Dinners are served from 5-8 pm. Dinners are $12.00 per plate for adult and $6.00 for children. Desserts are also available for $2. German beers are on draft. We also have an assortment of wine by the glass and the bottle. Entertainment is also provided. Folks should check our website www.peoriagermans.net to see what is on the weekly menu. Bar open to Midnight!

WeaverRidge Sunday Brunch

• Date(s): 03/04/2012(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Sunday
• Times: 10a.m.-2p.m.
• Location: WeaverRidge Golf Club
• Phone: (309) 691-3344
• Member Listing: WeaverRidge Golf Club
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WeaverRidge Golf Club is open to the public. The Brunch features: Champagne, Mimosas, Made to order Omelettes, Belgian Waffles, Carving Station, full array of Breakfast items, Salad Bar, Lunch Entrees, Seafood Display, and a assortment of mouth watering Desserts. Served 10:00am-2:00pm. For reservations call 309-691-3344 x 3

Weekly German Dinners and Entertainment at the Lindendhof

• Date(s): 02/01/2013(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Friday
• Times: 5p.m.-8p.m.
• Location: The Lindenhof, 7601 N. Harker Drive, Peoria, Illinois
• Contact: Jeff Pulfer
• Phone: (309) 691-7484
• Member Listing: German-American Central Society
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The Lindenhof Restaurant is open to the public every Friday evening. Dinners are served from 5-8 pm. Dinners are $12.00 per plate for adult and $6.00 for children. Desserts are also available for $2. German beers are on draft. We also have an assortment of wine by the glass and the bottle. Entertainment is also provided. Folks should check our website www.peoriagermans.net to see what is on the weekly menu. Bar open to Midnight!

Spring Gathering Shop Hop

• Date(s): 03/22/2013(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
• Times: 10a.m.-5p.m.
• Location: The Main Statement, The Bricks, Relics, & Rustic Junction
• Contact: Matt, The Main Statement
• Phone: (309) 258-8636
• Admission: $0
• Member Listing: The Main Statement
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Enjoy a variety of unique shopping treasures among some of the area's best local shopping gems this weekend! Find spring jewelry, eclectic home decor, and so much more! The Main Statement, The Bricks, Relics, and Rustic Junction will be hosting a fabulous weekend gathering! Each shop will have refreshments and specials of all sorts! Friday, March 22nd & Saturday March 23rd 10am-5pm Shop local. Dine Local. Spend Local. Start the trend! www.facebook.com/themainstatement for more update info!

Women's Weekend

• Date(s): 05/03/2013(No End Date)
• Recurring weekly on Friday, Saturday
• Times: 10a.m.-5p.m.
• Location: The Main Statement, 610 W. Main St. Peoria, IL 61606 (across from Mr. G's)
• Contact: Matt/Danielle
• Phone: (309) 258-8636
• Member Listing: The Main Statement
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Take a weekend to enjoy for yourself ladies! Just a weekend before Mother's Day, pamper yourself with unique shopping, special refreshments, and deals that make you jump for joy you are a woman! Find the Main Statement in the newly revitalized Renaissance Park, Peoria's growing eclectic art district! Several nearby shops with modern and vintage finds, art, coffee and more make Renaissance Park a perfect Women's Weekend Destination! Find us on the web at www.themainstatement.com for updates!

49th Rennick Juried Art Show

• Date(s): 05/13/2013 - 05/30/2013
• Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Times: 9a.m.-6a.m.
• Location: Peoria Public Library Main Branch Downtown, LL1 Gallery
• Contact: Stacy Peterson
• Phone: (309) 674-1921
• Admission: Free
• Member Listing: Peoria Historical Society
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Artwork by local area artists on display. Works encompass subjects from within 100 mile radius of the Tri-county Area.

Encore

• Date(s): 05/21/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Recurring daily
• Times: May 21 - 25 at 7:30pm, May 26 at 2:00pm
• Location: Hartmann Center Theater, Bradley University Campus, 1423 W. St. James, Peoria
• Phone: (309) 677-4966
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"Encore" presented by the Morton Civic Chorus, under the direction of Denise Adams.  May 21-25 at 7:30pm and May 26 at 2:00pm.  All proceeds benefit the Central Illinois Memorial Kidney Fund (CIMKF) to assist dialysis patients in Central Illinois.  Tickets available at Kidder Music in Peoria, Morton Community Bank location 218 N. Main and online at Artspartners.net or call 677-4966.

Summer Camp Music Festival

• Date(s): 05/24/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Recurring daily
• Location: Three Sisters Park
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The annual Summer Camp Music Festival is three days jam-packed with tons of muic performed on seven different stages.

International Music, Wine and Beer Festival

• Date(s): 05/25/2013 - 05/26/2013
• Recurring daily
• Times: 11a.m.-11p.m.
• Location: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard and Winery,33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw IL 61755
• Contact: Diane Hahn
• Phone: (309) 359-9463
• Admission: $10 per person, souvenir glass & 5 tasting tickets, $5pp ages 13-18, under 12 free
• Member Listing: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard & Winery
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The Annual Music, Wine and Beer two day Festival will be "bigger and better" for our 10th Anniversary year, featuring over 55 wines and 55 beers for tasting and purchase from "Around the World" and a new high end tasting station this year! Morton Community Bank is our corporate glassware sponsor and the Lions Club Charity will provide food concessions. Artisan cheese tasting with Ropp Jersey Cheese. Saturday and Sunday there will be music performed throughout the day both days!

Cherry Festival

• Date(s): 05/29/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Recurring daily
• Location: Washington, IL
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Come to the Washington Cherry Festival for food and fun.

2013 IHSA Class 1A & 2A State Softball Finals

• Date(s): 05/31/2013 - 06/01/2013
• Recurring daily
• Times: Games begin at 9:30am on Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st.
• Location: Eastside Centre, 1 Eastside Drive, East Peoria, IL 61611
• Contact: Matt Troha
• Phone: (309) 663-6377
• Admission: $6.00 per person.
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IHSA State Softball Class A and AA takes place in the Peoria Area the first weekend of June.  The state tournament features four teams for each class competing to be crowned State Champions of Illinois for their respective class.  Each class tournament will include two semifinal games on Friday and then the championship and 3rd/4th place games on Saturday.  Please click on the website link above for all of the tournament details. 

Farmer's Market in Washington

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 09/21/2013
• Recurring weekly on Saturday
• Times: 8:00 - 11:00am
• Location: Washington, IL
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Come to Washington's Farmers Market, every Saturday from June - September.

Historic Trolley Tours

• Date(s): 06/01/2013 - 01/03/2015
• Recurring every 28 weeks on Saturday
• Times: 1p.m.-2:30p.m.
• Location: Kelleher's Irish Pub, 619 SW Water Street, Peoria IL
• Contact: Walter Ruppman
• Phone: (309) 674-1921
• Admission: $11 for tickets plus $1 or Trolley Driver
• Member Listing: Peoria Historical Society
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Explore Peoria, the oldest continuously settled site in the state of Illinois, with one of the many Historical Trolley Tours provided by the Peoria Historical Society and their professional, certified tour guides. 2 Tours to choose from: Naughty to Nice Tour and Haunted Peoria. Check individual tour schedules at www.peoriahistoricalsociety.org. Throughout the year private or group tours are available upon request. Call the Society's office to request a tour.