Imagine whirling, twirling, imagining, creating, storytelling, and singing! No where is learing this much fun!

Kindermusik is a music and motion program that will impact you and your child in profound ways! Take home books, instruments, and cd's will allow you to take your learning wherever you want to go!

Contact Marie Dicke at 676-4609 or email kindermusik@trinitypeoria.com to inquire about a free class and about our 5 week summer camps.

Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 686-7000

An Exhibition to Remember!

There can be no doubt of the overwhelming importance of memory in our individual lives. We spend much of our waking lives remembering. Our ability to perform the simplest tasks relies on remembering what to do and how to do it. Our very sense of who we are rests largely in remembering where we've been, whom we've known, what we've done, and how we've felt. Memory, a major new exhibition at Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences, opens to the public June 20, 2009. This traveling exhibition of over forty exhibits and demonstrations was created by the internationally acclaimed Exploratorium in San Francisco, and made possible by the National Science Foundation and the MetLife Foundation, and supported locally by Methodist Medical Center of Illinois, PSA Dewberry, and the Illinois Arts Council. The exhibition, Memory, is reflective of both personal experience and new breakthroughs in cognitive science. It explores these ideas and the equally important notion that memory is constantly changing and reshaping the way we understand our world. It reflects both personal experience and new breakthroughs in cognitive science.

In the exhibition, you can play Hoop Nightmares, a wacky basketball game that temporarily alters your body's memory of how to throw a ball. In Jukebox Memories, you can find out which top tunes of the past forty years stir your memories. Find out why your memory can hold on to thousands of facts, words, pictures, and even complicated arguments and explanations, yet stumble over a simple name or phone number. Learn why legal experts have gotten more skeptical about eyewitness testimony, and why many psychologists question "recovered" memories. By experiencing the powers and limitations of your own memory within the exhibition, your can begin to understand what memory is and how it works.

JUMP START GYMNASTICS offers preschool camps starting June 22nd. they run for four weeks from 9Am to 11:30am. There is a different theme each week, so come play on the beach, or live through a fairytale, or cartoon character..Come one week or all four...FOR INFO Call 692-5867

Willow Knolls 14 Theater
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria
309-689-8463

$1 All Seats
10 Weeks, 10 Movies
Mon-Fri 10:30am
June 15-August 21

6/15-6/19 Caroline
6/22-6/26 Paul Blart Mall Cop
6/29-7/3 Flushed Away
7/6-7/10 Jumanji
7/13-7/17 Daddy Day Care
7/20-7/24 Over the Hedge
7/27-7/31 Shrek the Third
8/3- 8/7 Surf's Up
8/10-8/14 Bee Movie
8/17-8/21 The Spiderwick Chronicles

Rave Motion Pictures
5311 W American Prairie Drive, Peoria
309-282-7300

Free Family Film
- Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am for 8 weeks
- Free Admission
- G or PG rated
- Seating is on first come basis

June 9-10 Kung Fu Panda
June 16-17 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
June 23-24 Surf's Up
June 30- July 31 The Tale of Despereaux
July 7-8 Horton Hears a Who
July 14-15 Space Chimps
July 21-22 Igor
July 28-29 Shrek the Third

Peoria Humane Society Education Center
2600 NE Perry Ave
494-8171

Join your child for these FREE animal storytimes. We'll have snacks and fun with animal friends. Please call ahead to register as space is limited.

June 23 & 25 Feline Friends
June 30 & July2 Colorful Kitties
July 7 & 9 Cool Cats
July 14 & 16 Cat Capers

Glen Oak Amphitheatre
In Glen Oak Park
2218 N. Prospect Road
Peoria, Illinois

Independence Day Fireworks Spectacular
FREE
4-10pm

Wildlife Prairie State Park
309-676-0998

Movies Under the Stars at Wildlife Prairie State Park: The Wizard of Oz

Well almost under the stars- you'll actually be viewing the movies under the park's famous tepee shelter.

$12.00 per carload
Gates open: 7:15pm
Show time 8:00pm

Ice cream, popcorn, smores, and drinks will be available for purchase.

O'Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson
Minor League Baseball

July 4 5:00pm
July 5 2:00pm
July 6 7:00pm
July 7 7:00pm

One of the largest fireworks displays in the area is slated for this year's July 4th celebration at Pekin Memorial Stadium. This will be the 62nd year the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce has sponsored the fireworks event, which will be held Saturday July 4th, with a rain date of Sunday July 5th. The program will feature unique ground pieces viewable only from inside the stadium, and more than 700 ariels. Gates open at 6:00pm Before the fireworks begin, those in the stadium will enjoy local bands and other entertainment. The fireworks display is scheduled to begin around 9:15 pm.

Donations for entry into the stadium will be $5.00 for adults - $1.00 for children 6-12 and children 5 and under are free. Current military personnel showing proper ID will also be admitted free. No coolers will be allowed inside the stadium, however blankets and lawn chairs are allowed on the field. Fun food and beverages will be sold. Glow sticks and special viewing glasses will also be for sale.

Times: 8:30pm- 10:30pm
Location: Peoria's RiverFront Park
Admission: FREE

On Saturday, July 4, the cities of Peoria and East Peoria will come together with JMP Radio Group, Methodist Medical Center, Peoria Park District, Fondulac Park District, and the Peoria Area Convention and Visitor's Bureau to launch more than $60,000 worth of fireworks into the skies over the RiverFront. At Approximately 9:30pm the pyrotechnics display will light the skies above both sides of the Illinois River with a unique blend of spectacular 4th of July fireworks synchronized to a special musical soundtrack that will be broadcast exclusively on JMP radio group stations. Arrive early for a good viewing spot and to try food & beverages from numerous vendors. New This year, the Prairie Air Show will present an exciting display of airplane acrobatics before the fireworks. Performed over the Illinois River, the show will run for one hour preceding the fireworks.

Wildlife Prairie State Park
309-676-0998.

General admission rates apply..

On the first Sunday of every month, multiple local artisans will be demonstrating and selling their crafts in the Park.

Willow Knolls 14 Theater
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria
309-689-8463

$1 All Seats
10 Weeks, 10 Movies
Mon-Fri 10:30am
June 15-August 21

6/15-6/19 Caroline
6/22-6/26 Paul Blart Mall Cop
6/29-7/3 Flushed Away
7/6-7/10 Jumanji
7/13-7/17 Daddy Day Care
7/20-7/24 Over the Hedge
7/27-7/31 Shrek the Third
8/3- 8/7 Surf's Up
8/10-8/14 Bee Movie
8/17-8/21 The Spiderwick Chronicles

One hour of a/c indoor fun.....Come play with your child ages 3 and under. We have games, circle time activities,gymnastics, and tons of fun. Its chuck e cheese without the tokens.Cost is $5.00 any question contact JUMP START GYMNASTICS 692-5867.

Glen Oak Amphitheatre
films begin at dusk
25¢ per person

The entire family can enjoy full-length, family films Monday evenings, June 15-August 3. Popcorn, candy, soda, nachos, and other treats are available at our affordably-priced concession stand. Many thanks to the local businesses that will sponsor the following family-friendly movies this season:

June 15 Kung Fu Panda
June 22 Spiderwick Chronicles
June 29 Tale of Despereaux
July 6 Igor
July 13 Hotel for Dogs
July 20 Muppet Movie
July 27 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Aug. 3 Cats and Dogs

Rave Motion Pictures
5311 W American Prairie Drive, Peoria
309-282-7300

Free Family Film
- Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am for 8 weeks
- Free Admission
- G or PG rated
- Seating is on first come basis

June 9-10 Kung Fu Panda
June 16-17 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
June 23-24 Surf's Up
June 30- July 31 The Tale of Despereaux
July 7-8 Horton Hears a Who
July 14-15 Space Chimps
July 21-22 Igor
July 28-29 Shrek the Third

Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE

Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N. Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights
686-3360

Drop by this summer with the young ones and enjoy a rhyme or two.

There’s nothing like a good story to remind us that the simple things are often the best! They’re sure to be delighted!

Age: Best for 4-7 year olds
Fee: Donations appreciated

10:30-11:15 am
6/10, 6/24, 7/8,7/22, 8/5

O'Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson
Minor League Baseball

July 8 7:00pm
July 9 7:00pm
July 10 6:30pm
July 11 7:00pm

60th Heart of Illinois Fair
Expo Gardens, Peoria
Click on link below for more info

Greater Peoria Regional Airport- Peoria, IL

Featuring performers such as USAF Thunderbirds, USASOC Black Daggers, John Mohr, Mike Wiskus, Clyde Zellers ,CC Gerner Matt ,Younkin Kyle Franklin, John Klatt AFR, Jet Car Aerostars Aerobatic Team & Greg Poe

Once Upon a Mattress
Directed by Cindy Hoey
July 10-18 at 7:30 at the Corn Stock Tent
Tickets are $17 for adults and $12 for students 18 & under.
Call 676-2196 to reserve your tickets.

Corn Stock Theatre
1700 N. Park Rd
Peoria IL 61604
(309) 676-2196

Wildlife Prairie State Park
309-676-0998

Movies Under the Stars at Wildlife Prairie State Park: The Dark Knight

Well almost under the stars- you'll actually be viewing the movies under the park's famous tepee shelter.

$12.00 per carload
Gates open: 7:15pm
Show time 8:00pm

Ice cream, popcorn, smores, and drinks will be available for purchase.

Wildlife Prairie State Park.

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! .

Held on the 1st Saturday of every month (except July) from 1-3 pm. .

$7 nonmembers plus applicable admission / $6 members .

(parents may choose to stay with the child, applicable admission rates apply)

O'Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson
Minor League Baseball

July 12 2:00pm
July 13 11:00am

Willow Knolls 14 Theater
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria
309-689-8463

$1 All Seats
10 Weeks, 10 Movies
Mon-Fri 10:30am
June 15-August 21

6/15-6/19 Caroline
6/22-6/26 Paul Blart Mall Cop
6/29-7/3 Flushed Away
7/6-7/10 Jumanji
7/13-7/17 Daddy Day Care
7/20-7/24 Daddy Day Care
7/27-7/31 Shrek the Third
8/3- 8/7 Surf's Up
8/10-8/14 Bee Movie
8/17-8/21 The Spiderwick Chronicles

Glen Oak Amphitheatre
films begin at dusk
25¢ per person

The entire family can enjoy full-length, family films Monday evenings, June 15-August 3. Popcorn, candy, soda, nachos, and other treats are available at our affordably-priced concession stand. Many thanks to the local businesses that will sponsor the following family-friendly movies this season:

June 15 Kung Fu Panda
June 22 Spiderwick Chronicles
June 29 Tale of Despereaux
July 6 Igor
July 13 Hotel for Dogs
July 20 Muppet Movie
July 27 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Aug. 3 Cats and Dogs

Rave Motion Pictures
5311 W American Prairie Drive, Peoria
309-282-7300

Free Family Film
- Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am for 8 weeks
- Free Admission
- G or PG rated
- Seating is on first come basis

June 9-10 Kung Fu Panda
June 16-17 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
June 23-24 Surf's Up
June 30- July 31 The Tale of Despereaux
July 7-8 Horton Hears a Who
July 14-15 Space Chimps
July 21-22 Igor
July 28-29 Shrek the Third

Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE

Peoria Public Library and Junction City are bringing your children a special story time at Junction City at 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of June, July and August. The story times, which last about 45 minutes, are at the Butcher Block. Children will receive a light snack and hear wonderful stories to spark the imagination from Peoria Public Library Children’s Librarians. Parents can take a few minutes to wander the boardwalk and enjoy some free time. We will see you June 9th & 23rd, July 14th & 28th, and August 11th and August 25th. See you at Junction City!

Wildlife Prairie State Park
309-676-0998

Movies Under the Stars at Wildlife Prairie State Park: Journey to the Center of the Earth

Well almost under the stars- you'll actually be viewing the movies under the park's famous tepee shelter.

$12.00 per carload
Gates open: 7:15pm
Show time 8:00pm

Ice cream, popcorn, smores, and drinks will be available for purchase.

Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 686-7000.

Free with Gallery admission.

Wildlife rehabilitator and educator Marge Bjorklund brings her Illinois animals for an entertaining and educational show.

SpongeBob's 10th Anniversary
July 18, 2009 2:00 PM

Peoria - Borders
5201 West War Memorial Drive
Peoria, IL 61615

2009 is the Year of the Sponge! Bring the whole family to Borders for a special Day of Happiness celebration with stories, games, giveaways and more. SpongeBob is stuck in Bikini Bottom and can't be with us, but we'll have fun anyway!

Peoria Civic Center

The USA Roller Sports 2009 Speed Skating National Championship will be held in the Peoria Civic Center Arena July 19 - 25, 2009. Times are as follows:

Sunday, July 19: 2 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Monday, July 20: 5:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 21: 5:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Wednesday, July 22: 5:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Thursday, July 23: 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday, July 24: 5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday, July 25: 6 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tickets will be available at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office. Pricing information is coming soon. For a detailed schedule of each day's events, visit http://rollersports.usoc.org/event/event/542. For more information, visit http://rollersports.usoc.org.

Willow Knolls 14 Theater
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria
309-689-8463

$1 All Seats
10 Weeks, 10 Movies
Mon-Fri 10:30am
June 15-August 21

6/15-6/19 Caroline
6/22-6/26 Paul Blart Mall Cop
6/29-7/3 Flushed Away
7/6-7/10 Jumanji
7/13-7/17 Daddy Day Care
7/20-7/24 Over the Hedge
7/27-7/31 Shrek the Third
8/3- 8/7 Surf's Up
8/10-8/14 Bee Movie
8/17-8/21 The Spiderwick Chronicles

Glen Oak Amphitheatre
films begin at dusk
25¢ per person

The entire family can enjoy full-length, family films Monday evenings, June 15-August 3. Popcorn, candy, soda, nachos, and other treats are available at our affordably-priced concession stand. Many thanks to the local businesses that will sponsor the following family-friendly movies this season:

June 15 Kung Fu Panda
June 22 Spiderwick Chronicles
June 29 Tale of Despereaux
July 6 Igor
July 13 Hotel for Dogs
July 20 Muppet Movie
July 27 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Aug. 3 Cats and Dogs

Rave Motion Pictures
5311 W American Prairie Drive, Peoria
309-282-7300

Free Family Film
- Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am for 8 weeks
- Free Admission
- G or PG rated
- Seating is on first come basis

June 9-10 Kung Fu Panda
June 16-17 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
June 23-24 Surf's Up
June 30- July 31 The Tale of Despereaux
July 7-8 Horton Hears a Who
July 14-15 Space Chimps
July 21-22 Igor
July 28-29 Shrek the Third

Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE

Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N. Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights
686-3360

Drop by this summer with the young ones and enjoy a rhyme or two.

There’s nothing like a good story to remind us that the simple things are often the best! They’re sure to be delighted!

Age: Best for 4-7 year olds
Fee: Donations appreciated

10:30-11:15 am
6/10, 6/24, 7/8,7/22, 8/5

O'Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson
Minor League Baseball

July 22 7:00pm
July 23 7:00pm
July 24 6:30pm

The USA Roller Sports 2009 Figure Skating National Championship will be held in the Peoria Civic Center Arena July 25 - August 9, 2009. Times are as follows:

Saturday, July 25: 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday, July 26: 6 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Monday, July 27: 6:30 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Tuesday, July 28: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 29: 6:30 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Thursday, July 30: 6:30 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Friday, July 31: 6:30 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Saturday, August 1: 6:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Sunday, August 2: 6:15 a.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Monday, August 3: 6:30 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Tuesday, August 4: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 5: 6 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Thursday, August 6: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Friday, August 7: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 8: 6 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 9: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Tickets will be available at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office. Pricing information is coming soon. For a detailed schedule of each day's events, visit http://rollersports.teamusa.org/event/event/543. For more information, visit http://rollersports.usoc.org.

Bring Out Your Inner Astronaut
July 25, 2009 2:00 PM

Peoria - Borders
5201 West War Memorial Drive
Peoria, IL 61615

Featuring a space-age schedule of cool astronaut and spacewalk games, solar system crafts and trivia, and other out-of-this-world activities, it's the most fun you'll have all summer!

O'Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson
Minor League Baseball

July 25 6:30pm
July 26 2:00pm
July 27 7:00pm

Willow Knolls 14 Theater
4100 W Willow Knolls Dr, Peoria
309-689-8463

$1 All Seats
10 Weeks, 10 Movies
Mon-Fri 10:30am
June 15-August 21

6/15-6/19 Caroline
6/22-6/26 Paul Blart Mall Cop
6/29-7/3 Flushed Away
7/6-7/10 Jumanji
7/13-7/17 Daddy Day Care
7/20-7/24 Over the Hedge
7/27-7/31 Shrek the Third
8/3- 8/7 Surf's Up
8/10-8/14 Bee Movie
8/17-8/21 The Spiderwick Chronicles

Glen Oak Amphitheatre
films begin at dusk
25¢ per person

The entire family can enjoy full-length, family films Monday evenings, June 15-August 3. Popcorn, candy, soda, nachos, and other treats are available at our affordably-priced concession stand. Many thanks to the local businesses that will sponsor the following family-friendly movies this season:

June 15 Kung Fu Panda
June 22 Spiderwick Chronicles
June 29 Tale of Despereaux
July 6 Igor
July 13 Hotel for Dogs
July 20 Muppet Movie
July 27 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Aug. 3 Cats and Dogs

Rave Motion Pictures
5311 W American Prairie Drive, Peoria
309-282-7300

Free Family Film
- Every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10am for 8 weeks
- Free Admission
- G or PG rated
- Seating is on first come basis

June 9-10 Kung Fu Panda
June 16-17 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
June 23-24 Surf's Up
June 30- July 31 The Tale of Despereaux
July 7-8 Horton Hears a Who
July 14-15 Space Chimps
July 21-22 Igor
July 28-29 Shrek the Third

Wildlife Prairie State Park
3826 Taylor Rd.
Hanna City, IL 61536
309-676-0998.

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. .

* Please choose only one session per month.
* Cost for each session is $6.00 per child plus applicable General Admission, $5.00 for Park Members.
* Pre-registration and pre-payment are required, please call (309) 676-0998 ext. 6758.

All sessions are 10 -11:30am

Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082
Enjoy stories, a craft, music, and a snack. Ongoing Tuesdays.
Admission: FREE

Peoria Public Library and Junction City are bringing your children a special story time at Junction City at 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of June, July and August. The story times, which last about 45 minutes, are at the Butcher Block. Children will receive a light snack and hear wonderful stories to spark the imagination from Peoria Public Library Children’s Librarians. Parents can take a few minutes to wander the boardwalk and enjoy some free time. We will see you June 9th & 23rd, July 14th & 28th, and August 11th and August 25th. See you at Junction City!

Corn Stock Theatre

Harvey
Directed by Sean Howell
July 31-August 8 at 7:30 at the Corn Stock Tent

A true classic of the American stage, Mary Chase's tale of Elwood P. Doud and his pooka friend, Harvey, continues to captivate audiences of all ages.

Tickets are $11 for adults and $9 for students 18 & under. Call 676-2196 to reserve your tickets.