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

Watch the wonderful world of winter unfold on these naturalist-guided tours. We explore animal tracks in the snow and what characteristics animals have to cope with the season. Dress Warm!

Fee: Donations appreciated

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

What do you get when you mix vinegar with baking soda? A lot of bubbles — and a mess. (Try it in the kitchen sink.) The American Chemical Society and Bradley University will present the shows at 1 p.m. Nov. 14, Jan. 9, Feb. 13 and April 10, in the Discovery Center. The demonstrations are free for Members, others free with
gallery admission.

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

There’s nothing like the warmth of a wood stove and a good story to remind us that the simple things are often the best! Well, there’s that and more in the Nature Center this winter and spring. Offered the following Wednesdays: 1/13, 2/10, 3/10, 4/14, and 5/12. .

Drop by Forest Park Nature Center with the young ones and enjoy a rhyme or two. They’re sure to be delighted! .

Ages: Best for 3-7 year olds
Fee: Donations requested
10:30 am

Curious George Live! will be held at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on February 2-3, 2010. Times are 7 p.m. on Tuesday, February 2, 2010, and 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2010.

Tickets are $14, $22 and $28. A select number of $38 Premium seats and $44 Front Row seats are also available. Tickets go on sale Thursday, December 17, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

Monster Jam will return to the Peoria Civic Center Arena on February 5-6, 2010. Times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday, February 5, 2010, and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 6, 2010.

Tickets start at $22 for adults and $12 for children under 12 years old. A select number of Gold Circle seats will also be available for both adults and kids. Tickets are on sale now at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.

The 47th Annual Mid-West Truck Show will be held at the Peoria Civic Center Exhibit Hall on February 5-6, 2010. Times are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on February 5 and 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on February 6. Tickets are $5 at the door.

"Disney's Beauty and the Beast" will be held in the Theater on February 20 at 7 p.m. and February 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $38, $50 and $59 and go on sale September 14, 2009, at 10 a.m. at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com

Peoria Zoo
2218 N. Prospect
686-3365

Free Admission to the Peoria Zoo Feb 1-10!

Join Communication Junction at The Butcher Block for a free Signing Story Time! Bring the whole family for breakfast and stay for a great time full of reading, singing, and SIGNING! This fun and interactive story time is great for children of all ages! Come and sign with us!!!

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

Electric Paint: The Computer as 21st Century Canvas, an exhibition organized by Woodson Art Museum in Wausau, WI, brings together 70 works by 22 international artists to shed light on the phenomenon of computer- generated art found on web pages, galleries, and virtual museums worldwide. Their work comprises altered photographs, free-hand painting with a mouse or graphics tablet, and fractals derived from the input of mathematical formulas resulting in fantastical portraits and landscapes that alter our sense of reality. The exhibition also includes digital video and paintings.

Need a few hours for your Valentine without the kids? Let them enjoy games, gymnastic activities, crafts and dinner with us. You can enjoy a few hours for dinner, a date, catch a movie, ect. Jump Start Gymnastics is providing a Valentine party for ages 5 and up on the 13th from 5:30 to 8:30pm. We will provide food and fun, you get to enjoy your V-day nite. CALL TODAY TO RESERVE...692-5867..OR for any questions.