The Writing Workshops are for students in grades 3-8. Registration required.

For more information visit
http://helpinghandtutoring.com/workshops

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

John James Audubon: American Artist and Naturalist
September 18, 2010 through January 9, 2011

It's a FREE Admission Day at the Peoria Zoo. Have fun checking out the AFRICA exhibit!

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

Borders Bookstore
5201 W War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL
309-692-3082

Enjoy a special kids event for all Olivia fans ages 5 to 8. Please note this is not a costume character event.

In her first brand new adventure in three years, Olivia takes her discerning eye for style to beautiful Venice on a family vacation that involves dodging pigeons in the Piazza San Marco, gorging on gelato, and barely staying afloat in a gondola. Call the store for event details.

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

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

Willow Knolls 14 Movie Theatre
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
PH: 309 689-8463

Free Fall Matinees
For All Ages
Saturday and Sunday, 9am and 10am
15 minute Intermission with Every Show

9/18-9/19 Diary of a Wimpy Kid
9/25-9/26 Shrek Forever After
10/2-10/3 Marmaduke
10/9-10/10 Karate Kid
10/16-10/17 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
10/23-10/24 Spy Next Door
10/30-10/31 Last Airbender
11/6-11/7 Ramona & Beezus
11/13-11/14 Dispicable Me

Willow Knolls 14 Movie Theatre
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
PH: 309 689-8463

Free Fall Matinees
For All Ages
Saturday and Sunday, 9am and 10am
15 minute Intermission with Every Show

9/18-9/19 Diary of a Wimpy Kid
9/25-9/26 Shrek Forever After
10/2-10/3 Marmaduke
10/9-10/10 Karate Kid
10/16-10/17 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
10/23-10/24 Spy Next Door
10/30-10/31 Last Airbender
11/6-11/7 Ramona & Beezus
11/13-11/14 Dispicable Me

Willow Knolls 14 Movie Theatre
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
PH: 309 689-8463

Free Fall Matinees
For All Ages
Saturday and Sunday, 9am and 10am
15 minute Intermission with Every Show

9/18-9/19 Diary of a Wimpy Kid
9/25-9/26 Shrek Forever After
10/2-10/3 Marmaduke
10/9-10/10 Karate Kid
10/16-10/17 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
10/23-10/24 Spy Next Door
10/30-10/31 Last Airbender
11/6-11/7 Ramona & Beezus
11/13-11/14 Dispicable Me

Willow Knolls 14 Movie Theatre
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
PH: 309 689-8463

Free Fall Matinees
For All Ages
Saturday and Sunday, 9am and 10am
15 minute Intermission with Every Show

9/18-9/19 Diary of a Wimpy Kid
9/25-9/26 Shrek Forever After
10/2-10/3 Marmaduke
10/9-10/10 Karate Kid
10/16-10/17 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
10/23-10/24 Spy Next Door
10/30-10/31 Last Airbender
11/6-11/7 Ramona & Beezus
11/13-11/14 Dispicable Me

Willow Knolls 14 Movie Theatre
4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr.
Peoria, IL 61615
PH: 309 689-8463

Free Fall Matinees
For All Ages
Saturday and Sunday, 9am and 10am
15 minute Intermission with Every Show

9/18-9/19 Diary of a Wimpy Kid
9/25-9/26 Shrek Forever After
10/2-10/3 Marmaduke
10/9-10/10 Karate Kid
10/16-10/17 Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
10/23-10/24 Spy Next Door
10/30-10/31 Last Airbender
11/6-11/7 Ramona & Beezus
11/13-11/14 Dispicable Me

Peoria Riverfront
Festival Park, near Gateway Building
Peoria, IL

Dog Walk
Raffle
Prizes
Souvenirs
Dog Show
Food

The Peoria Humane Society is hosting its 14th Annual Bark in the Park on the Peoria Riverfront. Hundreds of paws and feet will walk for animals in our community. Proceeds benefit humane education, low-cost spay and neuter, cruelty rescue, volunteer opportunities, community awareness, adoption programs, and much more. Advance registration is $20.00 per dog; event day is $25.00. $5.00 per person 13 and over who want to participate but don't have a dog to walk; no fee for children 12 and under.

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

It's our annual Halloween Spooktacular! Kids ages 3 to 8 are invited to join in on the fun! We'll read scary stories, play spooky games, do a creepy craft and top it all off with a terrifying parade! Costumes are encouraged!

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

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!

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

Wildlife Prairie State Park

Wildlife Prairie State Park

Bring your children out to the park for this fun-filled and affordable Halloween event that is sure not to give them nightmares!

•Ride on the Spooky Train through the haunted forest
•Go Trick-or-Treating in a fun and safe environment
•Make a trip through the not so Haunted House.
•Grab a bite to eat
•Bring your Camera for a goulish family photo opportunity! (We'll take your picture, you supply the camera)

5pm-7pm is reserved for "Merry-Not-So-Scary Park" for preschoolers, so be sure to arrive early for the wee little ones.

Admission Price: $6.50 per person, $4.50 park members, FREE ages 1 and under
Event Type: Special Event
Area: Train Depot

Wildlife Prairie State Park

Bring your children out to the park for this fun-filled and affordable Halloween event that is sure not to give them nightmares!

•Ride on the Spooky Train through the haunted forest
•Go Trick-or-Treating in a fun and safe environment
•Make a trip through the not so Haunted House.
•Grab a bite to eat
•Bring your Camera for a goulish family photo opportunity! (We'll take your picture, you supply the camera)

5pm-7pm is reserved for "Merry-Not-So-Scary Park" for preschoolers, so be sure to arrive early for the wee little ones.

This event will also be held the weekend of October 29-31, 2010!

Admission Price: $6.50 per person, $4.50 park members, FREE ages 1 and under
Event Type: Special Event
Area: Train Depot

Wildlife Prairie State Park

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

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

Wildlife Rehabilitator and Educator
Marge Bjorklund brings her animals
and talks about their stories and nature.
1 p.m. Free

Local wildlife educator Marge Bjorklund
will introduce you to some of the birds
featured in the Audubon exhibition, and
more! Get an up-close look at these birds
as you learn about their important role
in our ecosystem, 1 p.m.

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

Wildlife Rehabilitator and Educator
Marge Bjorklund brings her animals
and talks about their stories and nature.
1 p.m. Free

Local wildlife educator Marge Bjorklund
will introduce you to some of the birds
featured in the Audubon exhibition, and
more! Get an up-close look at these birds
as you learn about their important role
in our ecosystem, 1 p.m.

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

Children (ages 5 and older) are invited
to join us for gallery walks during the
Audubon exhibition. We will explore
different areas of the gallery week
by week, and learn about visiting a
museum. Free with gallery admission.

Peoria Zoo

Friday & Saturday,
Oct 15 &16 5:30-8:30pm

Calling all ghosts and ghouls, join us for our annual event. With a trick or treat trail through Africa, magic shows, a costume contest at 7:00 each night, and so much more, come out and enjoy this family friendly event. Watch for the coloring contest sponsored by the Journal Star in September, turn in your entries and see them displayed at the Zoo that weekend.

$3 Members ; $5 Non-members

SAT. OCT. 23: Pekin Main Street's Downtown Trick or Treat and Halloween Parade, 3-6 p.m. in Downtown Pekin. Visit participating businesses for treats, then head to James Field to participate in the Halloween Parade (which begins at 5:00 p.m.). Costume contests of all ages immediately following the parade on the Courthouse Square. Call 353-3100 for more information.

Fon du lac Farm Park
East Peoria

Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23 / October 29 & 30
6:00-8:00pm
$2.50/child (ages 1-15) | $3.00/adult (16 years & older)
Farm Park Season Passes are not valid for witches walk

The Farm Park becomes delightfully haunted at this time of year. Come follow the luminary “Witches Walk”, while experiencing the spooky sights and sounds of the season. “Not so scary, just the right amount of fright for the little ones”. The farm buildings are decorated for Halloween and the ponds are aglow. A story teller has taken up residence in the school and somewhere along the walk you will cross paths with a genie. The general store will be open for business and the witches will have a treat for everyone. Don’t miss the magic of “Witches Walk”.

Fon du lac Farm Park
East Peoria

Friday & Saturday, October 22 & 23 / October 29 & 30
6:00-8:00pm
$2.50/child (ages 1-15) | $3.00/adult (16 years & older)
Farm Park Season Passes are not valid for witches walk

The Farm Park becomes delightfully haunted at this time of year. Come follow the luminary “Witches Walk”, while experiencing the spooky sights and sounds of the season. “Not so scary, just the right amount of fright for the little ones”. The farm buildings are decorated for Halloween and the ponds are aglow. A story teller has taken up residence in the school and somewhere along the walk you will cross paths with a genie. The general store will be open for business and the witches will have a treat for everyone. Don’t miss the magic of “Witches Walk”.

Northwoods Mall

Trick-Or-Treat the mall on Halloween, October 31st from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Put on your favortie costume and bring a bag to gather all you goodies! Sorry 13 years or older can not ware masks. Come and enjoy a safe place to trick-or-treat!

The 43rd Annual Spoon River Drive

October 2 & 3, 2010 and October 9 & 10, 2010.

The Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Associates invites you to come to Fulton County, Illinois and enjoy the natural wonders of the Spoon River Valley. Spoon River has carved a wide scenic valley through Fulton County as it flows from London Mills to the south and east where it joins the Illinois River near the southeastern corner of the County. The Spoon River became nationally known from the work of Edgar Lee Masters, author of the noted Spoon River Anthology.

Besides the natural wonders, visit historic sites, and learn about arts and cultures in the various villages.

Click on the link below for directions and more info.

The 43rd Annual Spoon River Drive.

October 2 & 3, 2010 and October 9 & 10, 2010.

The Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Associates invites you to come to Fulton County, Illinois and enjoy the natural wonders of the Spoon River Valley. Spoon River has carved a wide scenic valley through Fulton County as it flows from London Mills to the south and east where it joins the Illinois River near the southeastern corner of the County. The Spoon River became nationally known from the work of Edgar Lee Masters, author of the noted Spoon River Anthology.

Besides the natural wonders, visit historic sites, and learn about arts and cultures in the various villages.

Click on the link below for directions and more info.

Event Location
Corner Allentown and Springfield Rd.
Rural Morton, IL

Date/Time
Sat. 10am to 5 pm
Sun. 11am to 4 pm

Fees/Admission Parking
$5.00 per vehicle per day

Come watch machines built for the sole purpose of hurling a pumpkin as far as possible. Join in the fun at the hand tossed event. Great food, you pick pumpkin patch, kids games, hayrack rides, and fall decorations and crafts. Bring your own lawn chairs and join the fun.

1:00PM - 2:00PM
Financial ABCs for Generations X, Y, and Z – Peoria Public Library- Lakeview Branch

Financial education programs for young adults ages 13 to 20. Topics will include: Your first checking account; A savings strategy for your first job; Getting your first credit card; Saving for college; Managing money while in college; What is investing?; Creating and monitoring your stock portfolio; Internet resources for investing information; and Personal financial statements. This program is made possible by a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation through Smart investing @ your library®, a partnership with the American Library Association. Ages 13 to 20. Registration recommended. 497-2186 FREE

Financial ABCs for Generations X, Y, and Z

Peoria Public Library- Lakeview Branch.

Financial education programs for young adults ages 13 to 20. Topics will include: Your first checking account; A savings strategy for your first job; Getting your first credit card; Saving for college; Managing money while in college; What is investing?; Creating and monitoring your stock portfolio; Internet resources for investing information; and Personal financial statements. This program is made possible by a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation through Smart investing @ your library®, a partnership with the American Library Association. Ages 13 to 20. Registration recommended. 497-2186 FREE

Financial ABCs for Generations X, Y, and Z

Peoria Public Library- Lakeview Branch

Financial education programs for young adults ages 13 to 20. Topics will include: Your first checking account; A savings strategy for your first job; Getting your first credit card; Saving for college; Managing money while in college; What is investing?; Creating and monitoring your stock portfolio; Internet resources for investing information; and Personal financial statements. This program is made possible by a grant from the FINRA Investor Education Foundation through Smart investing @ your library®, a partnership with the American Library Association. Ages 13 to 20. Registration recommended. 497-2186 FREE

10/30/10 2:30PM - 3:30PM
Halloween Party and Craft
Peoria Public Library- McClure Branch

Wear your Halloween costume for a fun party and craft! Ages K-3rd grade. FREE 497-2700

10/31/10 1:00PM - 4:00PM
Trick or Treat
Peoria Public Library- Lakeview Branch

Candy will be handed out to children, ages 1-12, who wear their costumes to the library. Also, guess how many pieces of candy corn are in a jar for a chance to win a prize. FREE 497-2200

Event Location: Downtown Morton
Date/Time: October 2, 11am - 3pm
Contact Information: 309-266-5135
Fees/Admission: FREE

The public is invited to view these amazing feats of strength by these dedicated athletes. Also on hand will be activities for children, informational booths for better health and fitness for the entire family and great food.

When: Oct 24 – 28 2010
Where: Citywide, Washington, IL 61571

Shopping & Family Fun in Washington

The Washington Park District and The Friends of the Library will kick off the week with . . .

The Pumpkin Carving Festival Sunday, October 24, 2010 • 1:00-4:00PM
Spooky Stories in the Park, Sunday, October 24, 2010 • 6:00PM

Check out the website for more details: www.moonlightmadnesswashington.com

Peoria River Front

PACE presents the annual Rib Fest and chili cook-off on the RiverFront! Join us on for food, drinks, and live entertainment at this two-day festival

Peoria River Front

The Peoria Park District and Peoria Hispanics group are proud to welcome back our latest cultural music festival on the Riverfront! Fiesta en el Rio returns in 2010, this year it moves to a later date, October! Fiesta features authentic Latin American food and drink, a children’s area, local musicians, a traveling mariachi band, and much more. To top it off, we will feature a new musical headliner, to be announced soon! Don’t miss the return of this newly expanded cultural celebration!
Admission is $7/Adults, $20/Family Pass.

For more information on the event please visit www.peoriahispanics.com.

Linden Hill Farms
8412 W. Middle Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
309-697-4041

Bring your friends and family and enjoy storytelling in the Big Barn, feeding baby calves with bottles and hunting for chicken eggs.

Make reservations three days prior.

Cost is $5

Pick a session:
9 a.m. - 11 p.m.
3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Linden Hill Farms
8412 W. Middle Rd
Peoria, IL 61607
309-697-4041

It's time for fall shearing. Bring your friends and family and take part in the annual sheep shearing. Learn how to skirt, card and spin wool as well as make a wool craft. Don't forget to bring your chairs and blankets for the hot dog roast!

Make reservations three days prior.

Cost is $15 per person, children under 3 are free.

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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.

Come on out and have an old-fashioned good time!

For a small fee you get so much: hot dogs for roasting, chips, carrots, our famous baked beans, marshmallows, and drinks. Hayrack ride, mid 1800’s Autumn Play Party activities (sack races, fortune telling) and musical entertainment are included and child and adult costumes are strongly encouraged.

Thursdays in October
Sommer Park (6329 Koerner Road: 691-8423)
5:00-7:00 pm
$6/ages 11+; $4/ages 3-10 or $25 max/same household family

Come on out and have an old-fashioned good time!

For a small fee you get so much: hot dogs for roasting, chips, carrots, our famous baked beans, marshmallows, and drinks. Hayrack ride, mid 1800’s Autumn Play Party activities (sack races, fortune telling) and musical entertainment are included and child and adult costumes are strongly encouraged.

Thursdays in October
Sommer Park (6329 Koerner Road: 691-8423)
5:00-7:00 pm
$6/ages 11+; $4/ages 3-10 or $25 max/same household family

Come on out and have an old-fashioned good time!

For a small fee you get so much: hot dogs for roasting, chips, carrots, our famous baked beans, marshmallows, and drinks. Hayrack ride, mid 1800’s Autumn Play Party activities (sack races, fortune telling) and musical entertainment are included and child and adult costumes are strongly encouraged.

Thursdays in October
Sommer Park (6329 Koerner Road: 691-8423)
5:00-7:00 pm
$6/ages 11+; $4/ages 3-10 or $25 max/same household family

Come on out and have an old-fashioned good time!

For a small fee you get so much: hot dogs for roasting, chips, carrots, our famous baked beans, marshmallows, and drinks. Hayrack ride, mid 1800’s Autumn Play Party activities (sack races, fortune telling) and musical entertainment are included and child and adult costumes are strongly encouraged.

Thursdays in October
Sommer Park (6329 Koerner Road: 691-8423)
5:00-7:00 pm
$6/ages 11+; $4/ages 3-10 or $25 max/same household family

It’s Story Time at Fired Up

During story time a staff member will read the story and each child will paint a dinner plate with an outlined scene from the book.

On Saturday, October 2nd we’ll relive Halloween through the eyes of comedian Jerry Seinfeld. This book is written by Jerry Seinfeld.

10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
$16/child per day (ages 5 and up)
Please call 309.685.8906 to make reservations.

Corn Stock Theatre

Directed by Peggy Breaux
Tickets are $12 for Adults & $8 for Children 12 & Under

Cilck on the link for more info.

Three Sisters Park
17189 N. Route 29
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-8837.

Home to Central Illinois' largest haunted house attraction!

The Kids Count Boo Barn is a family-friendly area of Spider Hill. Activities to enjoy at the Boo Barn include: Games, Food and Drink Concessions, Crafts, Face Painting, Photos, Souvenirs, Ticket Sales, and MORE!.

Frights include the Haunted Express, Massacre Mansion, and Trail of Terror

Open Every Friday & Saturday in October
7 pm - 11 pm
Ticket Sales Begin at 6 pm

Three Sisters Park
17189 N. Route 29
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-8837.

Home to Central Illinois' largest haunted house attraction!

The Kids Count Boo Barn is a family-friendly area of Spider Hill. Activities to enjoy at the Boo Barn include: Games, Food and Drink Concessions, Crafts, Face Painting, Photos, Souvenirs, Ticket Sales, and MORE!.

Frights include the Haunted Express, Massacre Mansion, and Trail of Terror

Open Every Friday & Saturday in October
7 pm - 11 pm
Ticket Sales Begin at 6 pm

Three Sisters Park
17189 N. Route 29
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-8837.

Home to Central Illinois' largest haunted house attraction!

The Kids Count Boo Barn is a family-friendly area of Spider Hill. Activities to enjoy at the Boo Barn include: Games, Food and Drink Concessions, Crafts, Face Painting, Photos, Souvenirs, Ticket Sales, and MORE!.

Frights include the Haunted Express, Massacre Mansion, and Trail of Terror

Open Every Friday & Saturday in October
7 pm - 11 pm
Ticket Sales Begin at 6 pm

Three Sisters Park
17189 N. Route 29
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-8837.

Home to Central Illinois' largest haunted house attraction!

The Kids Count Boo Barn is a family-friendly area of Spider Hill. Activities to enjoy at the Boo Barn include: Games, Food and Drink Concessions, Crafts, Face Painting, Photos, Souvenirs, Ticket Sales, and MORE!.

Frights include the Haunted Express, Massacre Mansion, and Trail of Terror

Open Every Friday & Saturday in October
7 pm - 11 pm
Ticket Sales Begin at 6 pm

Three Sisters Park
17189 N. Route 29
Chillicothe, IL 61523
(309) 274-8837.

Home to Central Illinois' largest haunted house attraction!

The Kids Count Boo Barn is a family-friendly area of Spider Hill. Activities to enjoy at the Boo Barn include: Games, Food and Drink Concessions, Crafts, Face Painting, Photos, Souvenirs, Ticket Sales, and MORE!.

Frights include the Haunted Express, Massacre Mansion, and Trail of Terror

Open Every Friday & Saturday in October
7 pm - 11 pm
Ticket Sales Begin at 6 pm

Peoria Players Theatre

Directed by Charles Killen

October 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16 @ 7:30 pm
October 10 & 17 @ 2:30 pm
$12 adults, $9 patrons 18 and under

Clink on the link for more info

Peoria Players Theatre

Directed by Charles Killen

October 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16 @ 7:30 pm
October 10 & 17 @ 2:30 pm
$12 adults, $9 patrons 18 and under

Clink on the link for more info

Peoria Civic Center

Disney on Ice presents Princess Classics at the Peoria Civic Center Arena on October 21 - 24, 2010. Times are 7 p.m. on October 21; 7 p.m. on October 22; 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. on October 23; and 1 p.m. on October 24. Tickets are $12, $15, $20, $32.50 and $42 and go on sale September 20, 2010, 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.

For its 23rd production, Disney On Ice has created its largest, most intricate setting yet - a three-story, awe-inspiring castle that twists, turns and transforms to bring seven royal Disney fairy tales to life in Disney On Ice presents Princess Classics.

Treats on the Prairie

Sunday, October 31 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Bring your “CHILDREN IN COSTUME” to The Shoppes at Grand Prairie on Sunday, October 31st from 1:00 to 3:00 pm and receive “TREATS” from participating stores!

Games
Prizes
Candy
Coloring Contest

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

Barnes & Noble Book Fair Supporting Junior League of Peoria/Garfield School

The following entertainment will be on-site from 12:00pm- 2:00pm

Sandra McCone, author of the “Three Little Lasses Series” will be signing copies of her books. Stop by in your ‘fairy best’ and purchase your very own fairy book before you
trick or treat!

Sylvia Shults, author of “Ghosts of the Illinois River” will be on-site selling her ghostly novels and signing her books. Who knew there were Ghosts along the Illinois River!

The Junior League of Peoria’s PlayHouse Jr. will be on site offering fun educational programming.

A Facepainter will be available to create your own personal mask!

Visit the John James Audubon: American Artist and Naturalist exhibit, and check out the Discovery Center with the kids.

Join us for our regular meeting with playtime, songs, and a snack! If you would like, dress up your tot in their Halloween costume!!

Family Fun Night Halloween Event
United Presbyterian Church of Peoria
2400 W. Northmoor Rd
(corner of Northmoor & Allen)
309-693-2002

6:00-8:30pm

Come Dressed In Your Costume!

Hot Dogs
Games (12 tickets for $1)
Prizes
Cupcake Walk
Pictures
Balloon Artist

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

Peoria Zoo
Saturday, Dec 4th, 9-11 am

Enjoy Christmas Zoo style! Enjoy a light breakfast and crafts with Santa in our lodge from 9:00-11:00, and then head out into the Zoo. Starting at 10:00, our animals will get gifts here at the Zoo.

Everyone from meerkats to lions to tigers will receive special treats throughout the day. Special thanks to the Ol Dairy Barn Christmas Tree Farms in Trivoli for the Christmas trees.

$5 Members; $10 Non-members

Luthy Botanical Garden

Don't miss the annual Chrysanthemum Show--Friday, 10/15--Sunday, 11/7
Regular Conservatory admission and hours, Closed Mondays

Bring the kids to enjoy a spectacular showing of fall color, and challenge them to spot "The Great Pumpkin" amidst hundreds of colorful mums and tropicals! This event makes a great esape from the fall chill and offers a peaceful respite before the holiday season begins. The Garden Shop will have selected merchandise marked down.

Saturday, October 30 · 7:30pm - 10:00pm

Five Points Washington Caterpillar Performing Arts Center
360 N. Wilmor Rd.
Washington, IL

Presented by the Heartland Festival Orchestra

Enjoy the extraordinary talents of our HFO virtuosi in masterpiece concerto solos. Our program is crowned by Beethoven’s revolutionary first symphony, which announced the arrival of a genius!

J.S. Bach Concerto for 2 Violins in d minor
Soloists: Sarah Gentry and Elizabeth Laverdiere

Lukas Foss Renaissance Concerto for Flute and Orchestra
Soloist: Kimberly McCoul Risinger

Beethoven Symphony No. 1

Concert benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Saturday, October 30 · 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Crosspoint Church
400 S Pleasant Hill Rd
East Peoria, IL

Kids of all ages are invited to dress up in their costumes, get candy, play games, drink hot apple cider and cocoa and get candy on Saturday, October 30th for the first annual Fall Festival!

Here are some of the exciting things happening that night:
FREE ADMISSION!
CANDY!
Kids' Games!
Prizes!
CANDY!

It all happens Saturday, October 30th from 5-8pm in the Education Building at CrossPoint. Remember: invite a friend. It's too good not to share!

The German-American Society is having a Kid-Friendly Bonfire/ Halloween party on Saturday October 30th from 4pm-10pm

I know it will be fun and they will have the bar open for us adults, hot dogs to roast, and kid activities, music, etc!

Its at Hickory Grove Park,just take Knoxville North and go until you come to Hickory Grove road (Dunlap Area after the you cross over Rt. 6).....(Arby's with a gas station is at the corner on the left) TURN RIGHT onto HICKORY GROVE ROAD. Follow the road all the way until you run into the park!

FREE ADMISSION, CASH BAR, KID ACTIVITIES, ETC

Should be a great time!!

Peoria Public Library- McClure Branch

The Peoria Public Library McClure Branch is throwing a Halloween Party and the Oscar Meyer Weinermobile is the guest of honor on Saturday, October 30 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
The party is free and open to the public. Those attending will hear scary stories from the Weinermobile crew and enjoy a party at the library. Those attending are encouraged to come in costume.

Parking is available on the streets surrounding McClure Branch, located at 315 W. McClure Avenue, as the Weinermobile will occupy much of the parking lot. For further information call 309-497-2700.