Calendar
Art of Brick (LEGO Sculptural Works)
Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382
Art of the Brick
April 10 – September 6, 2010
When we think of sculptural art, we imagine something made by casting metal or carving stone or perhaps modeling in clay. With Art of the Brick we realize that even a child’s toy may provide the inspiration and material for creating imaginative works of art. The 29 sculptural works in this exhibition were created exclusively using the little colorful, rectangular LEGO® bricks popular with children all around the world.
Nathan Sawaya is the artist who created these works, having found a way to turn his childhood passion for creating familiar and imagined objects with LEGO building bricks into a highly creative and gratifying career. He is one of just nine LEGO Certified Professionals in the world, officially licensed but not employed by the LEGO company to use LEGO products for commercial and artistic purposes, each of whom exemplifies the creative possibilities of the LEGO building systems.
Sawaya is a full-time artist who fine-tuned his craft creating awe-inspiring and large-scale sculptures as a LEGO Master Model Builder for the LEGOLAND theme park in Southern California. His art primarily takes shape in three-dimensional sculptures and oversized mosaic portraits. Art of the Brick is the first exhibition of its kind ever to focus exclusively on the LEGO brick as an art medium.
Preschool day camps
Does your preschooler need a summer morning activity? We are having special themed day camps for children 3-5 years of age. We have set aside special weeks of the summer for your preschooler to attend camps from 9-11:30am. There will be disney camps, Dr. Seuss camps, Ocean adventure and more. Each camp will include crafts, games, a heathly snack and lots of fun. More information, call 692-5867 JUMP START GYMNASTICS!!!!
Peoria German American Central Society presents- Bratfest
Noon- 8pm
Hickory Grove Park
This will be a great event for the entire family! Featuring entertainment from Al's Pals, Lindenhof Echoes, Peoria Volkstaenzer and The Ratskellar Brummers. Activities including soccer, shooting tent, bingo and a German gift tent. Also you will have the chance to eat bratwursts, pretzels, German potato salad & more. Complete German dinner with sides cost $10.00 & sandwiches are available separately.
$1 Movie: The Tale of Despereax
$1 Kids Movie
Willow Knolls 14
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
Info:309 689-8463
June 14- August 13
9 Weeks, 9 Movies
A Different Fun Film Each Week!
$1 All Seats
10am
6/14- 6/18 Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief
6/21- 6/25 Kung Fu Panda
6/28- 7/2 Sponge Bob Squarepants: The Movie
7/5- 7/9 Over the Hedge
7/12- 7/16 Barnyard
7/19- 7/23 Alvin and the Chimpmunks: The Squeakquel
7/26- 7/30 The Tooth Fairy
8/2- 8/6 The Tale of Despereax
8/9- 8/13 Happy Feet
Family Flick: Monsters vs Aliens
Family Film
Glen Oak Amphitheatre
Starts at Dusk
50 cents
Drop-In LEGO Brick Workshop
Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382
Drop-In LEGO® Brick Workshops
3 Tuesdays in August (August 3, 10, 17)
10-11 a.m.
$10 Members/$12 others (includes materials)
Ages 8-12
Have a fun morning creating art and science based models out of LEGO Bricks. Topics and instructors will vary week to week. Some projects will be inspired by the sculptural art of Nathan Sawaya in the gallery. Other projects will include more traditional model and car building, but all projects will be fun! Check our website for more information on weekly topics.
Free Admission Day at Peoria Zoo
It's a FREE Admission Day at the Peoria Zoo. Have fun checking out the AFRICA exhibit!
3rd Annual World Breastfeeding Week Celebration
3rd Annual World Breastfeeding Week Celebration
August 4
4pm - 7pm
Tower Park, Peoria Heights
FREE
Come celebrate World Breastfeeding Week
with the Central Illinois Breastfeeding Task
Force! Visit booths for local parenting groups,
hospitals, enjoy give-aways and door prizes
and much more!
Get to know other moms from Central Illinois,
enjoy discussion, information & freebies!
FREE Breastfeeding Info, Door Prizes, Music,
Food and FUN!
Enjoy the live band RealityNox!
Summer Story Time at Forest Park Nature Center
Forest Park Nature Center.
10:30 - 11:15am.
Drop by the Nature Center for a good story on Thursdays: 6/10, 6/24, 7/8, 7/22, 8/5!.
There is nothing like a good story to remind us that the simple things are often the best. Drop by this summer and enjoy a rhyme or two with the youngsters. They're sure to be delighted. Age: Best for 4-7 year olds.
Donations Appreciated!
Old Settler Days
Old Settlers Days is held the 1st weekend in August in downtown Toulon, IL. It is one of the area's oldest traditions taking place since 1877. The celebration starts off Thursday night with the Miss Teen, Jr. Miss and Little Miss OSA pageant, a BBQ and gospel sing. Friday usually includes a kiddie tractor pull, fish fry and car cruise. Saturday afternoon an ice cream social and parade is followed by live music for all ages. On Sunday, a community Church service is held and an address by the badge honoree is given.
Event Schedule
Wednesday, August 4th
6:30 pm Hymn Sing (Methodist Church)
Thursday, August 5th
5 pm OSA BBQ Supper (at Connie's on Main St.)
7 pm Miss Teen, Jr. Miss & Little Miss OSA Pageant (Main Stage)
Friday, August 6th
4:30 pm Toulon American Legion Fish Fry
5 pm Kids Pedal Tractor Pull (Park)
5-11 pm Beer Garden Open
6:30 pm Cemetery Walk
8-11 pm "Coco Loco Band" (Main Stage)
Saturday, August 7th
8 am Indian Creek 5K Run/Walk
9 am Craft Show (Courthouse Lawn)
10 am Cemetery Walk
11 am Lions Club Pork Chops
1 pm Martial Arts Demonstration
1:30 pm Kiddie Parade
2 pm Parade
2:30 pm Toulon Women's Ice Cream Social (Park Shelter)
2:30 pm Inflatable toys in park 'til 5pm
3 pm Toulon Fire Department Water Fights - All Ages!
3 pm-Midnight Beer Garden Open
4 pm Toulon-LaFayette Alumni (Indian Creek Vineyard)
6:30-8:30 pm "RiverCity6"
9:00-12:00 pm "2nd Nature"
Sunday, August 8th
9 am OSA Coffee and Donuts
9:30 am OSA Meeting (Main Stage)
10:30 am Church Service (Main Stage)
11:30 am Community Picnic (Indian Creek Vineyard)
Grease
Peoria Players Theatre
"Grease"
Directed by Peggy Breaux
August 5, 6 and 7 at 7:30 pm
August 8 at 2:30 pm
Tickets: $15 - adults, $10 - patrons 18 and under
Redneck Fishing Tournament
The Boat Tavern
Bath, IL
They come from all over the country and the world, this year, from Washington State to the State of Virginia, they all meet in Bath, Illinois to have a lot of fun for two days and they are not alone, each year more and more local, national, and world-wide media follow them here. Even reporters from shows like the CBS Evening News & News Channel 25 have been kissed on the cheek by these amazing flying fish. This year National Geographic and the Discovery Channel were among the media present to capture the fun and festivities of The 5th Annual Redneck Fishing Tournament and it was as much fun as you can imagine, but Betty DeFord and her friends are already working on next year's party, so for more information contact her at 309-546-2545.
Tower Park Music Fest
Peoria Heights
Tower Park Fest
Tower Park Fest will be held August 6th & 7th at Tower Park. Food vendors will be on hand selling tasty treats such as pork chops, hot dogs, brats, funnel cakes, onion rings, pulled pork, beef brisket, fries, lemonade shake ups, and snow cones. Adult beverages will also be for sale, and there will be a dunk tank to raise funds for the Peoria Heights Football Team. And don't forget to come out Saturday with the kids for the inflatable bouncies!
Friday August 6th
5:00 - Roundstone Buskers
7:15 - Storyline
9:30 - Five Guys Named Moe
Saturday August 7th
2:00 - Motorbiscuit
4:15 - Caribbean Sol
6:30 - Brainchild
8:45 - DriveTrain featuring Nick Boettcher
All Shook Up
Eastlight Theatre
East Peoria
All Shook Up
August 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 at 7:30pm
August 8 at 2:00pm
Take a story based on Shakespeare’s ‘Twelfth Night’ and add the music of Elvis Presley and you have a show that is fun from the word ‘Go!’ Jailhouse Rock, Heartbreak Hotel, Love Me Tender are just a few of the featured songs. Enjoy this NEW musical jammed packed with vintage rock ‘n roll.
Movie Under the Stars: Jaws
Movies Under the Stars
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Gates open at 7:15 p.m. and show time is at 8 p.m.
Pack up the family and head to the park for a night at the movies that won't break the bank. WPSP is continuing our Movies Under the Stars series in an effort to provide you with affordable family fun that is close to home!
The cost is $15 per carload
Park Members receive a 10% discount.
Gates open at 7:15pm with showtime at 8pm.
Movies are shown under the park's Teepee Shelter and the Ice Cream Exhibit will be open for snacks and refreshments!
•6/4 - Goonies
•6/11 - Agent Cody Banks
•6/18 - Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
•6/25 - The Spy Next Door
•7/2 - E.T. The Extra Terrestrial (restored)
•7/9 - Planet 51
•7/16 - Monsters vs. Aliens
•7/23 - Astro Boy
•7/30 - Shorts
•8/6 - Jaws
•8/13 - Chicken Run
•8/20 - G-Force (Disney)
•8/27 - Old Dogs (Disney)
Home Depot Kids Workshop: School Bus Pencil Organizer
The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.
The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Kid's Day at Wildlife Prairie State Park
Admission for Kid's 12 & under is FREE for the entire day!
Lets all Celebrate one last time before school starts. This day is all about the kids and will be filled with games, demonstrations, special treats and so much more!
Don't miss out on these fun activities and
more!!
Inflatables
Craft Projects
Carnival Games
Mini Golf
Yoga
Airbrush Tatoos
Face Painting
Pony Rides
Play Nintendo Wii games from Jillian's
Limestone Fire Department
Home Depot Workshops (11am-2pm)
American Red Cross Bicycle Safety
Midwest Dog Training
Also, don't forget to bring out your stinkiest sneakers for the Odor Eaters Rotten Sneaker Contest!
A Taste of the Peoria Riverfront Museum
A Taste if the Peoria Riverfront Museum
Saturday & Sunday
Aug 7 & 8
Junction City, Peoria Heights
11am to 4pm
Take a peek at what you'll find in the new PEORIA RIVERFRONT MUSEUM!
Experience what each of our partners have to offer through various interactive activities!
Junior Explorers - Now You See Me, Now You Don't
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Junior Explorers - Now You See Me, Now You Don't
Aug. 7, 2010 - Aug. 7, 2010, 1pm - 3pm
Calling all 5-7 year olds for this program designed for having fun, learning and meeting new friends! By becoming a Junior Explorer, you can do it all!
Join us on the first Saturday of every month from 1-3 pm for crafts, games and projects. Each month a different topic is covered.
Admission Price: $7, plus applicable admission / $6 for Park Members
Phone: (309) 676-0998 x 6758
Italian-American Summer Fiesta
Hickory Grove Park
noon- 7pm
This annual celebration brings a small piece of Italy to central Illinois. Includes live music and dance, Italian food, children's games. A family event.
Directions: Proceed North on Route 40 to Hickory Grove Rd. Turn right, keep right at fork, park on left.
Peoria Chiefs Family FUNday: Webkinz Giveaways
Peoria Chiefs vs Quad City River Bandits
Minor League Baseball
Webkinz Giveaway
first 1200 kids 9 and under
Presented by Children's Hospital of Illinois
Family FUN in the SUNday...Kids Eat Free
Kids 12 and under eat free (one hot dog & one soda). Players sign autographs after the game and kids can run the bases!
$1 Movie: Happy Feet
$1 Kids Movie
Willow Knolls 14
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
Info:309 689-8463
June 14- August 13
9 Weeks, 9 Movies
A Different Fun Film Each Week!
$1 All Seats
10am
6/14- 6/18 Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief
6/21- 6/25 Kung Fu Panda
6/28- 7/2 Sponge Bob Squarepants: The Movie
7/5- 7/9 Over the Hedge
7/12- 7/16 Barnyard
7/19- 7/23 Alvin and the Chimpmunks: The Squeakquel
7/26- 7/30 The Tooth Fairy
8/2- 8/6 The Tale of Despereax
8/9- 8/13 Happy Feet
Drop-In LEGO Brick Workshop
Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382
Drop-In LEGO® Brick Workshops
3 Tuesdays in August (August 3, 10, 17)
10-11 a.m.
$10 Members/$12 others (includes materials)
Ages 8-12
Have a fun morning creating art and science based models out of LEGO Bricks. Topics and instructors will vary week to week. Some projects will be inspired by the sculptural art of Nathan Sawaya in the gallery. Other projects will include more traditional model and car building, but all projects will be fun! Check our website for more information on weekly topics.
Borders Children's Storytime
Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE
Junction City Storytime
Junction City Storytime – Butcher Block
Peoria Public Library has once again paired up with Junction City to offer children and their families a great way to connect with others. Come enjoy a snack while listening to and interacting with wonderful stories. 497-2142 FREE
Taste of Peoria
Peoria Riverfront
Taste of Peoria
In addition to a variety of food samples, the Taste of Peoria features live entertainment on two stages and Margaritaville/Specialty Cocktails for a unique alternative. PACE will provide a free Aaron's Limousine Service shuttle bus throughout downtown Peoria from 4:00 - 11:00 p.m. Check back for a map of the shuttle bus route.
Event is open: August 11, 2010
4:00pm until 11:00pm
$2 General Admission Fee
Free entertainment on both stages.
All Shook Up
Eastlight Theatre
East Peoria
All Shook Up
August 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14 at 7:30pm
August 8 at 2:00pm
Take a story based on Shakespeare’s ‘Twelfth Night’ and add the music of Elvis Presley and you have a show that is fun from the word ‘Go!’ Jailhouse Rock, Heartbreak Hotel, Love Me Tender are just a few of the featured songs. Enjoy this NEW musical jammed packed with vintage rock ‘n roll.
Illinois State Fair
Illinois State Fair
Springfield, IL
Click link below for more info
River City Soul Fest featuring En Vogue
Peoria Riverfront
One of the Peoria Park Districts signature events returns to the RiverFront in 2010.
The first day (8/13) of the River City Soul Fest celebrates Gospel music with a variety of local choirs and performers including United Pentecostal, Galilee Choir, Ward Chapel, St. Paul, New Hope, Integrity, DA Vision, and The Soul Fest Community Choir. Headliners are DeWayne Woods and Wess Morgan! Dont miss the soulful sounds of Gospel on the... RiverFront, as well as merchants, food, and more. Gates open at 5:30pm, entertainment begins at 6pm. Tickets are $10 at the gate only (no pre-sale for Fri).
Day two (8/14) will feature more local talent on stage including The Soul Fest Community Band playing with audition winners Deja Jones, Richard Jackson, & Kendall Anders, plus, DreRob & The Fellas, Brisk and Johnel Henderson. We are pleased to announce that the 2010 headlining act is award winning group, En Vogue! Gates open at 5:30pm, entertainment begins at 6pm. Advance tickets can be purchased for $15 from etix.com, and at all local Co-Op Records locations as well at The Riverfront Visitor Center on Water Street. Tickets will be available for purchase at the gates for $20 on the night of the show.
Dunlap Days
Activities begin Friday, August 13, 2010 and will conclude
Saturday, August 14, 2010 at midnight
North Park (JFL Field)
100 N Hickory Street
Dunlap, IL 61525
Activities include:
Central Illinois Cruisers, Men's Softball Tournament, Fire Department Water Fights, PAWS, Face Painting, Balloon Artist, Kid's Inflatable Bouncers, Kid Activities, Music,
Lakeview Museum's Outreach to Space, Fundraisers, Crafts, Vendors, Beer Garden, AND MORE!!
Movie Under the Stars: Chicken Run
Movies Under the Stars
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Gates open at 7:15 p.m. and show time is at 8 p.m.
Pack up the family and head to the park for a night at the movies that won't break the bank. WPSP is continuing our Movies Under the Stars series in an effort to provide you with affordable family fun that is close to home!
The cost is $15 per carload
Park Members receive a 10% discount.
Gates open at 7:15pm with showtime at 8pm.
Movies are shown under the park's Teepee Shelter and the Ice Cream Exhibit will be open for snacks and refreshments!
•6/4 - Goonies
•6/11 - Agent Cody Banks
•6/18 - Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
•6/25 - The Spy Next Door
•7/2 - E.T. The Extra Terrestrial (restored)
•7/9 - Planet 51
•7/16 - Monsters vs. Aliens
•7/23 - Astro Boy
•7/30 - Shorts
•8/6 - Jaws
•8/13 - Chicken Run
•8/20 - G-Force (Disney)
•8/27 - Old Dogs (Disney)
FREE Build & Grow Clinic at Lowes: Bug Box
From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.
The clinic is open to the first 50 kids grades 2-5 who sign up and arrive at the store by 10am.
Register online
Event Weblink:
Annual Washington Fine Arts Festival
Sat 10am-5pm
Sun 10am-5pm
Washington Park, Washington, IL 6157
A juried fine arts festival with 100 artists showing and selling their art in a park setting....childrens' activities.......food......live music.......a free family event. Available will be oils, acrylics, water colors, pastels, metal, glass, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, wood, mixed media, fiber, photography. From the town square go north on N Main 2 blocks, turn left on W Jefferson and go three blocks to the stop sign, turn right on Lincoln and continue until just beyond Lincoln Grade School. The park is on the left and the right. The helicopter will be on your right.
Drop-In LEGO Brick Workshop
Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382
Drop-In LEGO® Brick Workshops
3 Tuesdays in August (August 3, 10, 17)
10-11 a.m.
$10 Members/$12 others (includes materials)
Ages 8-12
Have a fun morning creating art and science based models out of LEGO Bricks. Topics and instructors will vary week to week. Some projects will be inspired by the sculptural art of Nathan Sawaya in the gallery. Other projects will include more traditional model and car building, but all projects will be fun! Check our website for more information on weekly topics.
Borders Children's Storytime
Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE
Plaster Crafts
08/18/10 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Peoria Public Library- Lincoln Branch Front & Center
Join us at Lincoln Branch Front & Center for an afternoon of painting plaster crafts. Choose from a variety of designs and paint colors. These plaster crafts make wonderful gifts to give to loved ones or to just keep for you! Ages 5-13. 497-2600 FREE
Movie Under the Stars: G-Force
Movies Under the Stars
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Gates open at 7:15 p.m. and show time is at 8 p.m.
Pack up the family and head to the park for a night at the movies that won't break the bank. WPSP is continuing our Movies Under the Stars series in an effort to provide you with affordable family fun that is close to home!
The cost is $15 per carload
Park Members receive a 10% discount.
Gates open at 7:15pm with showtime at 8pm.
Movies are shown under the park's Teepee Shelter and the Ice Cream Exhibit will be open for snacks and refreshments!
•6/4 - Goonies
•6/11 - Agent Cody Banks
•6/18 - Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
•6/25 - The Spy Next Door
•7/2 - E.T. The Extra Terrestrial (restored)
•7/9 - Planet 51
•7/16 - Monsters vs. Aliens
•7/23 - Astro Boy
•7/30 - Shorts
•8/6 - Jaws
•8/13 - Chicken Run
•8/20 - G-Force (Disney)
•8/27 - Old Dogs (Disney)
Free Outdoor Movie at the Metro Centre: Enchanted
Peoria Metro Centre
Join us for our FREE outdoor movie series (near Alexander Travel)!* Family films shown on our gigantic screen plus a state-of-the-art sound system.
Gourmet popcorn and soft drinks for $1 each benefits local charities.**
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and arrive early for the best seats. Family activities will take place before the movie.
*Weather permitting **
5th Annual Antique Tractor & Farm Equipment Show
Stark County Fair Grounds
Wyoming, IL
Sat 9am - 5pm
Sun 9am - 4pm
Activities include: Tractor Parade, Antique Tractor Display, Bake Sale, Food Vendors, Antique Tractor Pulls, Operating Steam Engines, and much more!
Hummingbird Festival
08/21/10 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Forest Park Nature Center
Peoria Heights
Vernon Kleen from Springfield, Ill., one of the few licensed hummingbird banders in the U.S., will be on hand to demonstrate hummingbird banding and discuss the fascinating world of hummingbirds. You will have a chance to feel the heartbeat and "adopt" one of these beautiful flyers. This is a come-as-you-please activity, so drop by anytime. Jointly sponsored by Forest Park Nature Center and Illinois Audubon Society. Age: All. Donations appreciated.
19th Annual Reptile & Amphibian Fair
What: 19th Annual Reptile & Amphibian Fair
Where: Lakeview Museum Auditorium
1125 West Lake Avenue
Peoria, IL 61614-5935
When: August 21 - 22, 2010
Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sun. NOON - 5:00 p.m.
Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend
Peoria Riverfront
Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment presents Peoria's Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend. Be a part of Illinois' largest motorcycle festival as we celebrate the running of the Grand National TT Motorcycle Races. All of Central Illinois the thousands that hop on their motorcycles and celebrate the Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend. The day includes loads of activities, including a motorcycle parade, antique & custom bike shows,... great vendors, stunt shows, live music by Eddie Money, EXIT and more, great food and plenty of ice cold Budweiser.
Admission: $15 if you ride in the parade and/or enter the gate before 6PM or $20 after 6PM at the gate.
For further details and ticket information, please visit www.jaytv.com/grandnationals.
FREE Admission Days at Lakeview Museum
Lakeview Museum
1125 West Lake Avenue
Peoria, IL 61614-5985
(309) 686-7000
It's FREE Admission Days at Lakeview Museum. Check out the LEGO exhibit and the Discovery Center with the kids!
Knee High Naturalists - Where the Prairie Grass Grows!
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Knee High Naturalists - Where the Prairie Grass Grows!
Aug. 24, 2010 - Aug. 25, 2010, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Gather up the 2 - 4 year old in your life and bring them to the Park for a curriculum designed especially for them! This hands-on, learning program revolves around a main topic and incorporates story-time, crafts, a hike and refreshments.
The cost is $6 per child, plus applicable General Admission, $5 for Park Members. Advance payment and registration for either Tuesday or Wednesday is required. (Please choose only one session per month.)
Admission Price: $6.00 per child plus applicable General Admission, $5.00 for Park Members
Phone: (309) 676-0998 x 6758
Borders Children's Storytime
Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE
Bureau County Fair
Bureau County Fairgrounds- Princeton, IL
Event Schedule
Wednesday, Aug. 25
Deuces Wild Night on the Midway
2:00 p.m. Gates open
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - WZOE Live broadcast
1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. - Chain Saw Carving Artists
5:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m. Ride Night on the Huge North American Midway!
5:00 p.m. - ?? - Beer Garden by the grandstand, Tiskilwa Community Association
9:30 p.m. - Cake Walk by the Fair Office
GRANDSTAND- 7:00 - To Be Announced
Thursday, Aug. 26
Senior Citizen Day - Activities Start at Noon - Seniors Admitted for $2.00 (62 years old and over)
5:00 p.m. - 10 p.m. Armband Ride Night - Unlimited Rides
1:00 - 5:00 - WZOE Live Broadcast,
1:00 - 2:00 WKEI Broadcast; WLPO Broadcast Free Shows
1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30 - Chain Saw Carving Artists
6:00 - 7:00 - Ronald McDonald walk around appearance on the Midway sponsored by Princeton McDonald's
5:00 - ?? - Beer Garden by the grandstand, Tiskilwa Community Association
9:30 p.m. - Cake Walk by Fair Office
MCCUTCHAN ARENA- 6:00 p.m. - Horse Speed Show
GRANDSTAND- 7:00 p.m. - Talent Show
Friday, Aug. 27
Country Western Day
5:00 p.m. - 11 p.m. Armband Ride Night
Free Shows - 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30 - Chain Saw Carving Artists
5:00 to ?? - Beer Garden by the grandstand, Tiskilwa Community Association
9:30 p.m. - Cake Walk by Fair Office
GRANDSTAND- 7:30 p.m. - 35th Annual Country Show Featuring Craig Morgan and Rodeo Drive
Saturday, Aug. 28
Farm & City Day
Livestock shows - all day
1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Day Time Armband Ride - Unlimited Rides
6:00 to 11:00 p.m. Evening Armband Day - Unlimited Rides
Free Shows - 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30 Chain Saw Carving Artists
12:00 Sign up begins for Kids National Pedal Pullers & Racer's Tractor Pull
3:00 - Kids Pedal Tractor Pull & Monster Truck pedal pull and races - By Exhibit Hall #2
9:30 p.m. - Cake Walk by the Fair Office
GRANDSTAND- Noon - Riverbend Antique Tractor Pull
6:00 p.m. - Illini State Pullers Truck and Tractor Pull evening session
MCCUTCHAN ARENA- 8:00 a.m. - Draft Horse Halter Show in the Arena - Hitch classes begin approximately at Noon
Sunday, Aug. 29
Family Fun Day
1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Last Blast Armband Rides - Unlimited Rides on the North American Midway
12:30, 1:30 - Chain Saw Carving Show
2:30 p.m. - Chain Saw Carving Auction & Queen's Pie Auction - by Fair Office
5:00 p.m. - ?? - Beer Garden by the Grandstand - Tiskilwa Community Association
GRANDSTAND- 10:00 a.m. - County Wide Church Worship Service
5:00 p.m. - Demolition Derby
MCCUTCHAN ARENA- 9:00 a.m. - Western Horse Show
Admission
6 & under- FREE
7-12- $2.00
Adults- $5.00
Season Gate Admission- $15.00
Exhibitor's Ticket- $10.00
Fun Pack- $45.00
Lacon's Old Settler's Festival
Lacon, IL
Click on the link below for more info.
Local Artists on the Boardwalk
Local Artists on the Boardwalk
Junction City, Peoria Heights
August 27
4-8pm
Various local artist displaying and selling their work on Junction City's Boardwalk.
Erin Feis
Peoria Riverfront
The Peoria Park District and the St. Patrick Society of Peoria are pleased to welcome back the annual Irish Festival, Erin Feis for its 14th year on the RiverFront. 2010 also marks the 30 year anniversary of Erin Feis in Peoria! It’s a safe bet this year’s festival will be a celebration you won’t want to miss! This 3-day event showcases Irish heritage through song, dance, food, drink, cultural exhibits and much more. Don't mis...s the talented Irish bands and musicians on multiple stages, vendor marketplace, and much more! This year’s entertainers will provide all who attend a glimpse of the past 30 years! So put on your favorite green outfit and head down to the RiverFront – everyone is a little bit Irish!
Admission: $7 before 5pm / $9 after 5pm / weekend pass $15
Event Hours:
Fri 8/27: 5pm - 11pm
Sat 8/28: noon - 11pm
Sun 8/29: 10:30am - 6pm
For more information, please visit www.erinfeispeoria.com.
Songs from the Heart
Where: Caterpillar Performing Arts Center at Five Points Washington
When: Friday, August 27, 2010, 7:30 PM
What: “Songs From the Heart”
Who: Maestro David Commanday and the Heartland Festival Orchestra with soprano Barbara Padilla. As a special tribute to Dan Fogelberg, soprano Barbara Padilla will perform his well-known song, “Longer” with the HFO. The orchestra offers this tribute to Fogelberg as part of the late August Peoria Memorial Dedication weekend for the famed singer/songwriter. Fogelberg, a Peoria native, died in December 2007 after battling prostate cancer. Ms. Padilla, a cancer survivor herself, captured the hearts of millions nationwide last summer as first runner-up of the “America’s Got Talent” competition. Barbara enchanted our HFO concertgoers last January with her stunning voice and irresistible charm.
In addition to “Longer”, Barbara Padilla will sing favorite arias of Mozart, Donizetti, and Puccini. The orchestra will perform Mozart’s overture to The Marriage of Figaro,” and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4, The “Italian”.
Charity Partner: “Songs from the Heart” will benefit Common Place, a social service agency on Peoria’s South Side which helps people overcome poverty and injustice through education. Their Youth Programs offer academic assistance, life skills, and cultural enrichment to build self esteem and success in school. Common Place literacy programs help adults learn reading, writing, and math skills and acquire self-esteem and self-confidence needed to obtain employment. “At Common Place, our motto is “Love in Action,”, said Connie Voss, Executive Director of Common Place, “and we are proud and honored to be featured at the Heartland Festival Orchestra’s “Songs from the Heart” concert.”
Tickets for the August 27 concert ($29 for adults, $7 for students through college) may be purchased online at www.heartlandfestivalorchestra.org or in person at Five Points Washington or Kidder Music in Peoria. For more information, please call 309-339-3943.
Movie Under the Stars: Old Dogs
Movies Under the Stars
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Gates open at 7:15 p.m. and show time is at 8 p.m.
Pack up the family and head to the park for a night at the movies that won't break the bank. WPSP is continuing our Movies Under the Stars series in an effort to provide you with affordable family fun that is close to home!
The cost is $15 per carload
Park Members receive a 10% discount.
Gates open at 7:15pm with showtime at 8pm.
Movies are shown under the park's Teepee Shelter and the Ice Cream Exhibit will be open for snacks and refreshments!
•6/4 - Goonies
•6/11 - Agent Cody Banks
•6/18 - Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
•6/25 - The Spy Next Door
•7/2 - E.T. The Extra Terrestrial (restored)
•7/9 - Planet 51
•7/16 - Monsters vs. Aliens
•7/23 - Astro Boy
•7/30 - Shorts
•8/6 - Jaws
•8/13 - Chicken Run
•8/20 - G-Force (Disney)
•8/27 - Old Dogs (Disney)
Geology Section Annual Show
Geology Section Annual Show
Admissions is free for everyone!
Where: Grand Hotel and Conference Center
4400 N. Brandywine Drive
Peoria, IL 61614
When: August 28 - 29, 2010
Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sun. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
It is an educational event. you will be amazed at the beautiful and intriguing minerals and fossils on display. It will be an event you will remember for years.
FREE Build & Grow Clinic at Lowes: School Bus
From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.
The clinic is open to the first 50 kids grades 2-5 who sign up and arrive at the store by 10am.
Register online
The 22nd Annual Duck Race to Benefit The Center for Prevention of Abuse
A Duck Can Make A Difference
Buy a Duck for $5 and help Stop Abuse!
Par-A-Dice Presents
The 22nd Annual Duck Race to Stop Abuse
Games begin at 12 noon
Race at 3 p.m.
Your contribution of $5 can change a life. The Center is the only agency funded by the State of Illinois to provide comprehensive intervention and prevention services to those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse.
Peoria Chiefs Family FUNday: Sesame Street Day
Peoria Chiefs vs Clinton Lumber Kings
Minor League Baseball
Sesame Street Day
Family FUN in the SUNday...Kids Eat Free
Kids 12 and under eat free (one hot dog & one soda). Players sign autographs after the game and kids can run the bases!
Borders Children's Storytime
Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE
