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!

Eastlight Theatre
(309) 694-0138

Cinderella
September 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12 - 7:30 pm
September 6 - 2:00 pm
You can count on the young artists of Eastlight Theatre to present this fairy tale classic with all of the beauty it deserves. This is a great show for the entire family. Come celebrate the love and magic of CINDERELLA.

Eastlight Theatre
(309) 694-0138.

Cinderella
September 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12 - 7:30 pm
September 6 - 2:00 pm
You can count on the young artists of Eastlight Theatre to present this fairy tale classic with all of the beauty it deserves. This is a great show for the entire family. Come celebrate the love and magic of CINDERELLA.

Peoria Riverfront

Jay Goldberg Events and Entertainment hosts the 21st annual Illinois Blues Fest on Peoria’s RiverFront in 2009. Don’t miss out on the food, merchants, and above all –the blues! Enjoy a wide array of blues musicians during this two-day festival. Oficial times and complete music lineup is coming soon...For more info & updates visit www.jaytv.com. RiverFront Location: Festival Park, Marshall Plaza, CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing.

Cost to be determined.

Downtown Peoria
Peoria Riverfront

The 2009 Labor Day parade begins at 2PM at Monroe and Bryan Streets. The parade proceeds on Monroe to Main Street to the Peoria County Courthouse.

The Labor Day picnic is from 2 PM until 7 PM at Riverfront Festival Park.
The West MacQueen Street Band will perform throughout the event.
Beverage and food is available

Peoria Riverfront

The Peoria Park District and local volunteer committee members are proud to welcome back our latest cultural music festival on the Riverfront! Fiesta en el Rio returns in 2009! Fiesta features authentic Latin American food and drink, a children’s area, cultural tent, and much more. To top it off, we are proud to welcome back an old Riverfront favorite to headline , Banda Rika - a Latin band with a powerful, versatile and highly entertaining dance show. Their music consists of Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia and Bachata. Don’t miss the return of this cultural celebration! For more information on Banda Rika, please visit: www.myspace.com/bandarika01. RiverFront Location: Marshall Plaza, CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing. For more information visit www.peoriahispanics.com.

Peoria Riverfront

5:00-11:00pm

The Firefighters Street Fest returns to Peoria’s RiverFront with a concert, car display and much more. Details are to follow so stay tuned...

Cost: $5 Donation

Peoria Riverfront

9/18 5:00-11:00pm
9/19 12:00-11:00pm
9/20 10:00am-7:00pm

Peoria Riverfront

Over the years the Marigold Festival has grown from a small event around the courthouse in downtown Pekin to a community-wide festival that attracts over tens of thousands of people over a number of days and locations. The first festival included an art fair and boxing matches! Past festivals have also included such unique events as cow pie bingo and a Cardboard Boat Regatta.

The current festival lineup includes the NTS Marigold Festival Parade, the Friday Night Family Fest, the Pepsi Marigold Medallion Hunt, the Ameren Marigold Festival Showcase Stage, CenturyTel Kids' Experience, Pekin Insurance Festive Food Court, Jimmy Johns Marigold Bags Tournament, CEFCU Soda Stations, and "Art in the Park."

Home of the Nestlé/Libby's pumpkin packing plant, over 80% of the world's canned pumpkin is processed here in Morton. In September 1978, then Governor James Thompson declared Morton, Illinois, "The Pumpkin Capital of the World."

Morton celebrates the canning season every September with the Pumpkin Festival, and 2009 will be the festival's 43rd year.

From opening day ceremonies to the giant festival parade, the Morton Pumpkin Festival delights all ages with family style entertainment, carnival rides, foot races, food tents, merchants tent, craft show, parade and pumpkins.

The food is delectable. Butterfly pork chops and pumpkin pie are our specialty, but have you ever tried pumpkin ice cream, pumpkin pancakes or pumpkin fudge? Try them - you'll love them!

Click link below for info and schedule.

Peoria Civic Center

WorldFest 2009 will be held in the Exhibit Hall on Saturday, September 12, 2009, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission is free.

WorldFest 2009 is a cultural event created locally by the Peoria Civic Center Authority's Cultural Diversity Committee that features live entertainment related to participating countries, ethnic food, cultural displays, and unique items for sale at the World Market booths.

Sommer Park

Come experience firsthand the daily life of rural Peorians in the mid 19th century! Activities may include hand dipping candles, blacksmithing, school lessons, woodworking, heirloom vegetable gardening, pioneer cemetery tours, hayrides, and livestock care. A wonderful opportunity for scout and youth groups to learn history..

1 pm to 4 pm
$2/person.

The following Sundays:
April 26, May 31, June 28,
July 26, Aug 30, Sept 27,
Oct 25

Peoria Autism 5K Run/ 1 mile Walk
Peoria Riverfront
Riverplex
Saturday, Sept 19, 2009

www.autismpeoria.com
309-686-7755

5K Run at 8am
1 mile walk at 9am
Bounce houses from M&K Parties
Balloons from "Unique Twist" from 9:00-11:00am
Informational booths with resources available in our tri-county area.

Peoria Autism 5K Run/ 1 mile Walk
Peoria Riverfront
Riverplex
Saturday, Sept 19, 2009

www.autismpeoria.com
309-686-7755

5K Run at 8am
1 mile walk at 9am
Bounce houses from M&K Parties
Balloons from "Unique Twist" from 9:00-11:00am
Informational booths with resources available in our tri-county area.

5001 N. Big Hollow Road
Peoria, IL 61615
309- 693-9408
Storytime every Monday morning

5001 N. Big Hollow Road
Peoria, IL 61615
309- 693-9408
Storytime every Monday morning

5001 N. Big Hollow Road
Peoria, IL 61615
309- 693-9408
Storytime every Monday morning

5001 N. Big Hollow Road
Peoria, IL 61615
309- 693-9408
Storytime every Monday morning

Church of Christ Northwest
Corner of Allen and Pioneer Parkway.

Ever feel like you’re the only mother who stays at home? You are not alone! Come meet other at-home mothers at the MOMS Club at our general meeting! .

MOMS club is a non-profit organization with over 2000 chapters nationwide. We get together regularly to provide interactions for our children, and conversation and friendship for our members. Our activities include monthly meetings, playgroups, park play days, Moms night out, lunch bunch, and so much more! We also do service projects that benefit needy children in the greater metropolitan community. .

The south chapter is specifically for moms who live south of 150 and south of 24. Email peoriamomsclub@yahoo.com to rsvp for the meeting or for more info..

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Wildlife Prairie State Park
309-676-0998

Join us for a fun filled family day oriented towards learning about the forest and the benefits Illinois' woodlands provide to all.

Enjoy FREE activities like birdhouse building, tree-identification, an outdoor photography workshop [bring your camera], guided hikes and so much more!

Your admission fee will be waived AND lunch provided for those who pre-register for this Tree Farm event before Sept 1st!

To register or for more information please contact
Barrie McVey @ 309/776-5271.

Wildlife Prairie State Park
309-676-0998

Sep. 12, 2009 - Sep. 13, 2009, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Leather craft displays and demonstrations. Kids can learn this fun and interesting art by making their own bookmarker. Guild members will happily answer questions. Leather crafters will also have their beautiful creations for sale.

General admission rates apply.

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

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.

Sept 2 6:30pm
Sept 3 6:30pm
Sept 4 6:30pm

Peoria Zoo

Zoo KIDS

Calling all kids ages 5-8, come explore the animal world at the Zoo! Learn about the world around you through up-close animal encounters, games and more!.

For Ages: 5-8
(Parents are welcome but not required)

Peoria Zoo Members: $5

Non-Members: $9

Zoo TOTS

Introduce your child to the world of animals! Through up-close animal encounters, crafts, and stories, you and your child can explore the amazing world of animals

For Ages: 2-4 (parents must attend)

Peoria Zoo Members: $5

Non-Members: $9

Zoo TOTS

Introduce your child to the world of animals! Through up-close animal encounters, crafts, and stories, you and your child can explore the amazing world of animals

For Ages: 2-4 (parents must attend)

Peoria Zoo Members: $5

Non-Members: $9

Jubilee State Park
13921 W. Rt. 150.
Brimfield, IL.

Be part of colonial, civilian and military life from 1750 to 1790. Visit a Native American village; interact in a colonists' everyday life; and participate in soldiers' drill and military tactics. Guests participate in the experience! Food & beverages..

Hours: Sat: 9am-5pm; Sun: 9am - 4pm

As the festival enters its 15th year, we've expanded to two locations. Join us on Thursday and Friday at Camp Wokanda, and Saturday at Sommer Park!

Friday, 9/25 at CAMP WOKANDA
Chinquapin Barn Dance
7:00-10:00 pm • $5/person; $15 maximum family fee
Come to Camp Wokanda and dance and sing along with the great music of the Rusty Pickup Band.

Saturday, 9/26 at SOMMER PARK
Activities from 12:00 - 10:00 pm
Carload prices: $5 (12:00-7:00 pm) • $10 (7:00-10:00 pm) • $13 all day pass

12:00-1:00 pm Music at Pioneer Homestead
1:00-3:00 pm Fort Clark Vintage 1858-style Baseball Game
3:00-7:00 pm Music, stories, and hayrides at the Pioneer Homestead
7:00-8:00 pm Olio Circle (stories and songs) at Pow Wow Circle

Cornstock Theatre

Broadway Light (Musical Revue)
Written & Directed by Rebekah Bourland
September 3-5 at 7:30 at the Corn Stock Tent
Tickets are $17 for adults and $12 for students 18 & under. $2 Discount for season ticket holders.

Peoria Players Theatre
4300 N. University, Peoria
309-688-4473

$17 for Adults, $12 Students 18 & under

Peoria Players Theatre
4300 N. University, Peoria
309-688-4473

$17 for Adults, $12 Students 18 & under

Take a trip to the magical world of Harry Potter this fall with the Peoria Park District, as we present
"Return To Hogwarts 2009"
right here in Peoria, Illinois!

Come see as Glen Oak Park Amphitheatre and Lagoon undergo an amazing transformation for JUST ONE NIGHT!

Click on link below for more info.

Forest Park Nature Center
5809 Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights, IL 61614
309-686-3360

Feel the smooth scales of a snake slide through your hand, hear the hiss of a giant cockroach, see a tarantula up close and personal.

This short program will give you a new respect for some “critters” who definitely don’t fit into the cute, furry, cuddly mold, but are nonetheless some of nature’s greatest creatures.
Age: All
Fee: Donations appreciated
Time: 1:30-2:00 pm

Su: 9/6 & 9/20 Snakes
Su: 10/4 & 10/18 Turtles
Su: 11/1 & 11/15 Insects and Spiders

Forest Park Nature Center
5809 Forest Park Drive, Peoria Heights, IL 61614
309-686-3360

Feel the smooth scales of a snake slide through your hand, hear the hiss of a giant cockroach, see a tarantula up close and personal.

This short program will give you a new respect for some “critters” who definitely don’t fit into the cute, furry, cuddly mold, but are nonetheless some of nature’s greatest creatures.
Age: All
Fee: Donations appreciated
Time: 1:30-2:00 pm

Su: 9/6 & 9/20 Snakes
Su: 10/4 & 10/18 Turtles
Su: 11/1 & 11/15 Insects and Spiders

Sommer Park
6329 N. Koerner Road, Edwards
309-691-8423

09/10/09 9:30AM - 11:00AM
Ages 3-5 will enjoy learning about nature through themed stories, crafts and hands-on-learning in Sommer Park.

Time: 9:30-11:00 am
Fee: $5.00/child

YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER BY CALLING SOMMER PARK AT 691-8423

Th: 9/10 Geology
Th:10/8 Falling for Nature
Th: 11/12 Gobble Turkey Time
Th:12/10 Trim a Tree for the Birds
Th: 1/14 Winter Wonderland

Kindermusik at Trinity offers a complete music program where both children and parents learn through music and movement.

School-age children will head back to school in the next few weeks, but what about their younger brothers and sisters?

With the older children back in the classroom, this fall is the perfect time to introduce their younger siblings to the excitement of lifelong learning through Kindermusik. Kindermusik is the world’s leading music and movement program for children from birth to 7 years old. Research has shown that early music and movement activities positively impact whole child development in areas such as cognitive, emotional, physical, spatial and literacy skills.

Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382.

Admission to Lakeview Museum is free while the museum is between traveling exhibits. Check out the Discovery Center with the kids.

Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382

Lakeview Museum is honored to host a display of six bronze sculptures cast from original models created by Michelangelo, the Renaissance artist who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and carved the Pieta at St. Peter’s in Rome as well as David in Florence, Italy. It is an unprecedented opportunity to examine first hand the artistic skill of the greatest sculptor and painter who ever lived.

Lakeview Museum
1125 W Lake Ave, Peoria
309-686-3382

Artists have traditionally found inspiration in their surroundings. Contemporary artists also see their environment as a source of raw materials to mold and remold. They use everything from natural materials to electronic media to make their art. "Nature/Culture: Artists Respond to Their Environment" presents an engaging look at innovative works that demonstrate the creative use of contemporary materials by the artists of today.

Peoria Public Library and Junction City are bringing your children a special story time at Junction City. 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.

Peoria Public Library and Junction City are bringing your children a special story time at Junction City. 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.

COME CELEBRATE NATIONAL GYMNASTICS DAY!! JOIN US FOR GAMES, GYMNASTIC FUN, INFLATABLES, REFRESHMENTS, & GIVEAWAYS THROUGHOUT THE OPEN HOUSE!! Children of all ages welcome....
FREE ADMISSION!!!Come check out our facility, our friendly staff, piano teachers, dance instructors and more.... Questions Call Jump START GYMNASTICS 692-5867

ITS JUNGLE JAMBOREE TIME!!! Come join us for a fun filled playdate in our gymnastic facility...For one hour your child 3 and under can jump, crawl, play games, and more...Our experienced staff is on hand to provide you and your child a great safe time to share. cost is $5.00. Come on over and burn off some energy and meet new moms and friends....Any questions call 692-5867 Jump Start Gymnastics...

Carver Arena at Peoria Civic Center
Ice Hockey in the American Hockey League (AHL)

Peoria Civic Center

Peoria Civic Center

The Barbershop Harmony Society Quartet Competition Preliminaries will be held in the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Friday, September 25-26, 2009, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and will be available at the door. An "All Events" pass can also be purchased for $35 that allows attendance at all of the Barbershop Harmony Society performances