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Playing InPeoria The Outsider’s Guide to What’s Going On

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Playing InPeoria

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36 Universities/Schools

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46 Shopping

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DiningAlexander’s Steakhouse • 100 Alexander St., Peoria • 309.688.0404Avanti’s Italian Restaurant 4711 Rockwood Rd., Peoria • 309.688.6565 1301 W. Main St., Peoria • 309.674.4923 8517 N. Knoxville, Peoria • 309.691.2525 2320 E. Washington Rd., East Peoria • 309.694.6200Basta at East Port • 2517 N. Main St., East Peoria • 309.699.8792Basta’s Italian Kitchen • 955 W. Jackson Plaza, Morton • 309.263.9393Basta O’Neill’s • 661 N. Cummings Lane, Washington • 309.444.5500Bennigan’s Grill & Tavern • 500 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria • 309.674.2571Bernardi’s North • 12200 N. Brentfield Dr., Dunlap • 309.243.8888Bernardi’s Washington • 2137 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.745.5505Boyd’s Steakhouse • 21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria • 309.694.5950Buffalo Wild Wings 833 W. Camp St., East Peoria • 309.699.9464 5121 W. American Prairie Dr., Peoria • 309.691.9453Cafe’ 401 • 401 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.673.2233Carlos O’Kelly’s Mexican Cafe • 714 W. Lake, Peoria • 309.682.0606Carnegie’s 501 Restaurant • 501 Main St., Peoria • 309.637.6500Chevy’s Fresh Mex • 2601 Westlake Ave., Peoria • 309.687.4284Childers Eatery • 3312 N. University St., Peoria • 309.688.1332Chili’s 800 Riverside Dr., East Peoria • 309.694.4460 4825 N. University, Peoria • 309.692.0468CiCi’s Pizza • 801 W. Lake Ave., Peoria • 309.686.1201Cracker Barrel • 150 E. Ashland Ave., Morton • 309.263.2103Cranwill’s Drive In • 1713 S. 2nd St., Pekin • 309.346.4666Davis Brothers Pizza • 2402 E. Washington St., East Peoria • 309.693.0990Double A’s Pizza • 7301 N. Radnor Rd., Peoria • 309.692.0800Fairview Farms Restaurant • 5911 Heuermann Rd., Peoria • 309.697.4111Firehouse Bar & Grill • 4925 N. Galena Rd., Peoria • 309.679.9116Firehouse Pizza • 8879 N. Knoxville, Peoria • 309.693.9111

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Flame Family Restaurant • 939 W. Mount Vernon St., Metamora • 309.367.2561Flat Top Grill • 5201 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.693.9966Granite City Food & Brewery • 230 Conference Center Dr., East Peoria • 309.699.8080Harold’s Hamburgers Inc. • 2305 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.745.9221Hickory River Peoria, LLC • 5101 W. Holiday Dr., Peoria • 309.683.1227Hometown Buffet • 5001 N. Big Hollow Rd., Peoria • 309.689.0120Hoop’s Pub and Pizza • 516 N. Main St., Peoria • 309.637.0525Hooter’s of Peoria, Inc. • 418 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.676.5603Jim’s Steak House • 110 SW. Jefferson St., Peoria •309.673.5300Joe’s Crab Shack • 110 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.671.2223Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse • 5201 W. War Memorial Dr., Suite 300, Peoria • 309.692.3887Jonah’s Seafood House • 2601 N. Main, East Peoria •309.694.0946Kelleher’s Irish Pub & Eatery • 619 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.673.6000Kouri’s Pub • 2929 Court St., Pekin • 309.346.8881Lariat Steakhouse • 2232 W. Glen Ave., Peoria • 309.691.4731Leaves ‘n Beans • 4800 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria Heights • 309.688.7685Le Peep • 7501 N. University St., Peoria • 309.692.5512Logan’s Roadhouse • 240 Conference Center Dr., East Peoria • 309.698.3150Longhorn Steakhouse • 7401 N. Grand Prairie Dr., Peoria • 309.693.5750Maid-Rite 50’s Diner 4700 N. University St., Peoria • 309.692.6300 2015 Court St., Pekin • 309.353.9750McAlister’s Deli • 4810 N. University St., Peoria • 309.689.0805Missy’s Corner Cafe • 17 N. 4th St., Pekin • 309.346.4456Mika’s Coffee House • 112 S. Main St., Eureka • 309.467.2252Old Chicago 120 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.677.6766 7610 Grand Prairie Dr., Peoria • 309.691.1885Olive Garden • 3915 W. War Memorial Drive, Peoria • 309.691.5975One World Cafe • 1245 W. Main St., Peoria • 309.672.1522Our Inn Place • 1901 Willow St., Pekin • 309.347.7777

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DiningPalanza’s Family Dining • 2436 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.694.2361Paparazzi • 4315 N. Voss St., Peoria Heights • 309.682.5205Panera Bread 1101 W. Bird Ave., Peoria • 309.692.8400 2601 W. Lake Ave., Peoria • 309.682.3300Perkin’s Restaurant & Bakery • 1810 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.682.8616Pizza Ranch • 139 E. Ashland St., Morton • 309.263.1200Red Lobster • 4625 N. Sterling Ave., Peoria •309.686.7716Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe • 305 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.676.9668Richard’s On Main • 311 Main St., Peoria • 309.674.8007Rizzi’s on State • 112 State St., Peoria • 309.673.2500Sterling Family Restaurant • 4513 N. Sterling Ave., Peoria • 309.686.4151T.G.I. Friday’s 201 River Rd., East Peoria • 309.698.3220 5315 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.589.0300Tyroni’s Italian Cafe • 5908 S. Adams St., Bartonville • 309.697.8668Twin Towers Cafe • 456 Fulton St., Peoria • 309.637.7262Two25 • 225 NE. Adams St., Peoria • 309.282.7777Water St. Wines, Cafe and Coffees • 100 State St., Suite A, Peoria • 309.966.4246

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Live MusicChanges with days and times are likely, please contact venues for more information.

Bar Louie • 5201 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.282.7400 • www.barlouieamerica.comFridays & Saturdays, Occasionally on Thursdays

Basta O’ Neill’s • 661 N. Cummings Ln., Washington • 309.444.5500Larry Harms Trio Thursdays 6 - 9 pm, 1st Thursday of month accompanied by Stephanie Aaron

Bullwinkle’s • 2702 W. Farmington Rd., Peoria • 309.636.8800 www.myspace.com/bullwinklesbarandgrill.com • Fridays & Saturdays 9 pm - 1:30 am

Bogie’s Bar & Grill • 3000 N. Sterling, Peoria • 309.688.1999Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays

CEFCU Center Stage • East of the Gateway Building, Downtown Peoria • 309.689.3019

Crusens II • 2117 W. Farmington Rd., West Peoria • 309.673.7100 • Saturdays

Eamon Patrick’s Public House • 112 SW. Jefferson, Peoria • 309.497.1100Fridays & Saturdays

Glen Oak Amphitheatre • 2218 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria • 309.681.2854Peoria Municipal Band - Free Shows Sundays & Wednesday from July through August

Goodfellas • 1414 N. 8th St., Pekin • 309.478.1090Fridays & Saturdays starting at 9 pm

Jay Goldberg & Entertainment • 217-278-7400 • www.jaytv.com

Jim’s Steakhouse • 110 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.5300Ed & Judy Howard Tuesdays & Saturdays, Gene Farris Wednesday through Friday, weekly

Knickerbockers Bar & Grill • 80 Sunnyland Plaza, Washington • 309.745.9050 • Fridays

Live at the Five Spot at the Contemporary Arts Center • 305 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.674.6822 www.peoriacac.org • Every Friday 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard • 33633 Illinois Route 9, Mackinaw • 309.359.9463 www.mackinawvalleyvineyard.com • Saturdays 7 - 10:45 pm

Martini’s on Water • 212 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.655.5003 • www.martinisonwater.comMonday & Thursday - Acoustic Sets, Friday & Saturday - Full Bands

Meadows Avenue Tap • 2000 Meadow Ave., East Peoria • 309.694.0736 • www.meadowstap.comSaturdays 9 pm - 1 am

Mullen’s Irish Pub • 128 W. Queenwood Dr., Morton • 309.267.6316 • Saturdays

One World Café • 1245 W. Main St., Peoria • 309.672.1522 • www.oneworld-cafe.comPaul Weddle Band every Friday 8:30-11:30 pm

Panache • 4203 N. Sheridan Rd., Peoria • 309.688.3944Fridays & Saturdays, Open Stage Thursdays, Sunday Brunch

Pizza Works • 3921 N. Prospect Ave., Peoria Heights • 309.682.5446 • www.peoriapizzaworks.com


Live MusicRed Barn • 621 W. Glenn Ave., Peoria • 309.692.3792Saturdays at 9 pm, Open Mic Nights on Tuesdays & Fridays at 9 pm, Gypsy Music on Wednesdays

Red Rock Bar and Grille • 332 Detroit Ave, Suite # 4, Morton • 309.263.6836 www.redrockbarandgrille.com

Rhythm Kitchen • 305 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.676.9668 • www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.bizFridays & Saturdays 8 - 11 pm, Open Mic Night on Wednesdays 7 - 10 pm

Sky Harbor Steakhouse • 1321 N. Park Rd., Peoria • 309.674.5532 • www.skyharborsteakhouse.comJimmy Binkley Piano and Vocals on Wednesdays & Saturdays 7 - 10 pm

SOPs • 625 Main St., Peoria • 309.677.9877 • www.myspace.com/sopsliveFridays - Big D (KISS FM DJ), Saturdays - Live Music

Toft’s Sports Bar • 104 S. Niles St., Metamora • 309.367.2220 • Late Night on Some Saturdays

Toasters Tap • 1300 E. Sciota Ave., Peoria Heights • 309.686.8299Saturdays and some Fridays, Open Blues Jam on Wednesdays with Soft Show Charley & The Gator Boys

Tom Cat’s • 1301 W. Pioneer Pkwy., Peoria • 309.692.1159 • Fridays & Saturdays

It‘s time to celebrate the 21st anniversary of the Budwesier Illinois Blues Festival. Great Blues entertainment and, this year, three entertainment stages. Considered one of the top blues festivals, the 21st annual Budweiser Blues Festival features two days of internationally known Blues artists and is produced by Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment, www.jaytv.com, with proceeds going to the Illinois Blues Coalition.

The Illinois Blues Coalition supports Blues Societies, Blues Music Entertainers and Blues Music Education by offering grants and scholarships to help fund projects which preserve and promote the history and future of blues music. The objective of the Illinois Blues Coalition is to promote the art form of blues-related music by performance, by interpretation, by preservation and by enhancement of appreciation through knowledge and education.

A popular addition to our festival is the “Blues Lessons” featuring musician workshops and history of the blues educational seminars. Peoria has a long tradition and has always been a major influence in blues music. It began with the days when the blues masters would travel from Chicago, sown the Illinois River to St. Louis, and then on to New Orleans. Peoria was, and still is, the place to stop! Even the blues men and women knew the famous cliché, “Will It Play In Peoria?”

Advance tickets are just $15 per day or SAVE BIG! Get a 2-Day advanced priced ticket for just $25! Children under 12 are FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.

This event is produced by Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment in conjunction with the Illinois Blues Coalition. For more information, please visit, http://www.illinoisbluesfestival.com/.

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American Pi • 5720 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria • 309.692.2398Cam’s Place • 2510 W. Farmington Rd., West Peoria • 309.966.3766Crusens • 426 E. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.686.3890Firehouse Bar & Grill • 4925 N. Galena Rd., Peoria Heights • 309.679.9116Gorman’s Pub • 1200 W. Main St., Peoria • 309.671.9704Instant Replay Sports Bar • 437 Court St., Pekin • 309.478.7000Jimmy’s Bar • 2801 W. Farmington Rd., West Peoria • 309.676.4021Johnny’s Hide-A-Way • 330 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.637.0100Jukebox Comedy Club • 3527 W. Farmington Rd., Peoria • 309.673.5853Kelleher’s Irish Pub & Eatery • 619 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.673.6000Mushrush’s • 631 Main St., Peoria • 309.207.0062Par-A-Dice Hotel/Casino • 21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria • 309.699.7711 Peoria Pizza Works • 3921 N. Prospect, Peoria Heights • 309.682.5446Richard’s on Main • 311 Main St., Peoria • 309.674.8007Stone Country Saloon • 4208 Pfeiffer Rd., Bartonville • 309.633.0801Sully’s Pub • 121 SW. Adams St., Peoria • 309.674.0238


Loose Shoes is a variety band from Pekin, Illinois. It has approximately sixteen full and part-time members that specialize in live music entertainment for community events and private social functions. The band started as the brain child of Dr. Eric Reinertson, a local Obstetrician/Gynecolo-

gist. Originally, a smaller group of musicians were assembled to “jam” once a month or so, with some classic rock tunes and eventually play for the office Christmas party. Over the course of a couple of years, several musicians joined the band from various connections. Some have come and gone and the mix now includes about two more of everything; singers, keyboards, trumpets, guitars, saxophones, trombones, etc. Three of the members are local physicians, which occasionally gives rise to the name “the Doctors’ band”. This band has a strong rhythm section that is accented by a full brass combo and several exceptional vocalists. Classic rock covers and songs from the 1940’s to current hits are the predominant presentation material.

STRINGSDr. Eric ReinertsonDr. Reinertson looks back to high school, remember being asked if he wanted to play in a band. He thought that was a strange request since he wasn’t a member of neither choir nor band and has never played an instrument. He ended up agreeing anyway, bought a bass guitar and amp and memorized about 50 songs that were taught to him. Over the course of the last 25 years, Dr. Reinertson has been in many different bands. Until Loose Shoes, bass has been his primary instrument. He received a 1960 reissue Gibson Les Paul as a Christmas gift from his family and took a year’s worth of lessons. His focus is now on lead and rhythm guitar for the majority of songs and bass on a few others. “It is both challenging and rewarding for me to play and to organize this band. None of the previous bands have had as much diversity as this one and I truly enjoy this time away from life’s troubles. Every day is better when the music is playing.”Dr. Eric Reinertson is a Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist in Pekin, Illinois at the Women’s Center for Health. He was born in California, raised in North Dakota and then went to Nursing School in Wyoming, where he met his beautiful wife, Betty.

Scott MungeScott, also known as “Scooter”, began playing in front of the public during his senior year of high school and hasn’t been able to be dragged off stage since. He has done solo acoustic, duets and various bands over the years. “Music has always been a release for me and has always been a big part of my life. It is the free flowing creative balance to my logical side,” Scott says of his passion for music. Scott says that being a part of Loose Shoes is unlike anything he has ever done before: “The variety of music is refreshing and the band is truly a family. We can lay down some serious music and have fun while doing it. With such a unique variety of people and personalities, average is never an option both on and off stage. Without a doubt, this is the most fun I’ve ever had playing music.”

Bunny BalabanMusic has always been a major part of Bunny’s life. Playing nearly a dozen instruments has allowed her the opportunity to play with bands, orchestras, jazz bands, quartets, and chamber ensembles. Bunny is a cello and violin teacher at the Pekin School District and keyboardist, occasional guitarist and vocalist for On Higher Ground (a contemporary worship band at Our Savior Lutheran Church). As a Massage Therapist,

Visit them online at www.loose-shoes.us to find out more about the band, listen to song demos, view a performance schedule and more!

she is continually looking for music that will promote healing and relaxation. Bunny adds that her music skills have been continually challenged since joining Loose Shoes in 2002. “The growth in the group, both in numbers and musically, has been phenomenal. Even though everyone in the group holds down a “day” job, everyone works hard to make the group and each other better.

Brian BenassiBrian enjoys being in band with so many talented people. He loves to sing and hopes the band will be around for a long time. He really likes their horn section and how it sets them apart from other area bands.

Randy Kohtz Randy started playing bass guitar when he was 13 years old and was immediately hooked. He has been in many rock bands since that time. Loose Shoes gives him an opportunity to work with others who enjoy music and to play a variety of songs that reach many different people. For the past 26 years, he has been a letter carrier for the Peking Post Office.

VOCALSDr. Adrian CordobaMusic has always been a big part of Dr. Cordoba’s life. He started playing trombone at age 9 and has played in a number of bands during both high school and college. As lead vocalist and trombonist, he is very excited about the bands future endeavors and has really enjoyed playing with them. Also vocal, Brian Benassi, Randy Kohtz, and Bunny Balaban

KEYBOARDSBill Bond, MD Loose Shoes is Bill’s first band since being in high school, not counting playing the piano in hotels, lounges and bars, while attending Medical School for extra money. He has had a lot of fun playing with the band. “I have a long way to go being a synth player instead of a piano player, so I need to learn more than I can learn quickly at my stage of life. Bill is an Eye Surgeon at Bond Eye Associates.

HORNSMary YoungMary has been playing clarinet since she was 10 and saxophone since she was 18. Music is her way of relaxing and having fun. She loves being in Loose Shoes: “Everyone is very nice and super fun and its fun being in a “cool” band”. Mary is a Medical Technologist at Graham Hospital located in Canton. She plays her clarinet and saxophone in the orchestra at Pekin 1st Church of the Nazarene and has been known to show her face in the choir from time to time.

Justin RileyJustin began playing music, with the trumpet, at age nine as well as playing in school bands, symphonic wind ensembles, church orchestras, brass quintets, marching bands, pep bands, and various jazz bands, continuing into college. “I am very much enjoying playing in Loose Shoes as all of our selections are from those two categories. And, after being away from playing for a few years, I had certainly forgotten how much fun it could be to play in a band. I am very thankful to this group for the opportunity to play and have fun again.”Also on horns, Greg Locke, “the Kid”, and Adiran.

SOUNDS - Doug BalabanPERCUSSION - Brandon KohtzPART-TIME - Courtney Reinertson, Chuck Woodworth, Jeff OakleyRETIRED - Dan Driskell and Dr. Romeo Kabatay

EntertainmentAMF Sunset Lanes • 3000 Court St., Pekin • 309.347.3196

Apollo Fine Arts & Entertainment Centre • 311 Main St., Peoria • 309.673.4343

Conklin’s Barn II Dinner Theatre • 1451 Timberline Road, Goodfield • 309.965.2545

Contemporary Art Center of Peoria • 305 SW. Water St., Peoria • 309.674.6822

Corn Stock Theatre • 1700 N. Park Road, Peoria • 309.676.2196

Eastlight Theatre • 1401 E. Washington St., East Peoria • 309.699.7469

ICC Performing Arts Center • One College Dr., East Peoria • 309.694.5136

Kartville Family Fun Park • 919 N. Swords Ave., West Peoria • 309.676.3628

Landmark Lanes • 3225 N. Dries Ln., Peoria • 309.685.7000

Magic Dragon Golf & Games • 210 Recreation Dr., Pekin • 309.353.1244

Pekin Memorial Arena• 1701 Court St., Pekin • 309.347.7275

Morton Cinema • 2115 S. Main St., Morton (Field Shopping Center) • 309.263.7909

Mt. Hawley Bowl & Castle Golf • 8200 N. Hale, Peoria • 309.692.7555

Owens Recreation Center • 1019 W. Lake Ave., Peoria • 309.686.3369

Palace Theatre • 122 W. Main St., Elmwood • 309.742.4211

Peoria Area Civic Chorale • 809 W. Detweiller Dr., Peoria • 309.693.6725

Peoria Movie Theater • 3225 N. Dries Ln., Peoria • 309.682.6356

Peoria Palace Roller Skating Rink & Party Center • 11009 State St., Mossville • 309.579.3625

Peoria Players Theatre • 4300 N. University, Peoria • 309.688.4473

Peoria Symphony Orchestra • 203 Harrison St., Peoria • 309.671.1099

Planet X Roller World • 2075 Edgewater Dr., Pekin • 309.382.3010

Plaza Lanes • 1500 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.444.3059

Rave Motion Pictures • 5311 W. American Prairie Dr., Peoria • 309.282.7308

Rosewood Lanes • 1690 Edgewater Dr., North Pekin • 309.382.3484

Roxy Lanes • 114 N. 3rd St., Pekin • 309.346.6333

Showplace 14 • 1124 Edgewater Dr., North Pekin • 309.353.3962

Sunnyland Cinemas • 40 Sunnyland Plaza, Washington • 309.745.1314

Town Theatre • 1029 N. 2nd St., Chillicothe • 309.274.3545

Wee Tee Golf • 5200 N. Hamilton Rd., Peoria • 309.692.8912

Willow Knolls 14 Theater • 4100 W. Willow Knolls Dr., Peoria • 309.689.8463


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CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER OF PEORIA

Rooster Alley at Live at the Five SpotFrIDAy, AuGuSt 14 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm • Admission: $10/nonmembers, $7/members.Rooster Alley is a rockin’ blues band from Peoria area made up of seasoned musicians who know how to entertain. After playing together for several years, Dennis Bosley (Vocals/Guitar/Harp) and Danny Meyers (Bass) united with Elliot Parker (Drums), and Dave “The Steep” Hill (Guitar) to create their own recipe of foot stompin’, party-time blues. They dish up a Delta-grown blues, Chicago-cooked served Texas BBQ style. The band members adopted the name Rooster Alley because of its “Blusey” feel. Rooster Alley’s house rockin’ blues come straight from their soul and together they produce an original assortment of entertaining blues music.

The Bogside Zukes at Live at the Five SpotFrIDAy, AuGuSt 21 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm • Admission: $10/nonmembers, $7/members.Besides being talented, energetic and quite often in tune, members of this eclectic, Irish-trad-folk-pub band play a variety of traditional Irish, bluegrass and old-time. The Bogside Zukes call upon a variety of instruments to fill a room with sound, including mandolin, fiddle, guitar, bass and rousing vocals. Audience involvement is always on tap when the Zukes unleash their high-energy interpretations of Irish and Celtic ballads, reels, hornpipes and jigs. And the tunes are accomplished by great good humor, including an expanding repertoire of jokes not quite from around here.

The Bogside Zukes perform regularly at pubs, festivals and private parties throughout Central Illinois. “It’s amazing to witness the way that the music grabs the audience,” says BZ guitarist Matt Coker. “From ages 7 to 70, people are drawn to this sound.” Besides Coker, the Zukes are Tom Abbot on mandolin, guitar and accordion; John Parker on fiddle and Bob Thiemann on bass. “We always have a lot of fun,” says Coker, “and we try to make sure that our audiences pick up on that and have fun as well.” For more info on the band, please visit www.bogsidezukes.com.

On Going EventsContemporary Art ExhibitionsView contemporary art exhibitions and artists’ studios Tues-Sat 11-5 pm. (also late on Friday nights during Live at the Five Spot). Art exhibits focus on living artists, most residing in Illinois.

Live at the Five SpotEvery Friday 5:30-7:30 pmLive music (R&B, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Irish, Bluegrass, etc.) of the best local bands and sometimes from Chicago. Admission: $7 for members ($10 for nonmembers) & $6 for student & senior members ($9 for student & senior nonmembers). 16 & younger $3. Students with valid school ID & seniors age 65 & older. Enjoy food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen while you watch the concert. The galleries and studios are also open during and after the concert.

Salsa at CAC: A Latin Dance EventEvery 1st and 3rd Fridays (after Five Spot) Dance lessons are from 8:30 - 9:30 pm followed by open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero from 9:30 pm - 12:30 am. Cash bar is available. Admission: $3.00 CAC Members, $6.00 nonmembers. Dance Salsa and other Latin dance lessons are included in admission.

Lyfe on Water Street Every 3rd Thursday 7 - 9 pmCome with your poem and sign up at the door to read or just to enjoy.Admission: $4.00 CAC Members, $7.00 nonmembers.

Specific dates and information are listed on the website at www.peoriacac.org

305 SW. Water St., Peoria

“Sounds of Summer in Peoria!” The concerts are located at Glen Oak Park Amphitheater unless indicated.

Wednesday, august 5 & sunday, august 9 @ 7:30 p.m.On Wednesday we will be “Marching in Time” back at Glen Oak Park and on Sunday evening it is “Inchon, A Salute to the Armed Forces.” Ms. Shirley Salazar is our featured vocal soloist and Denise Cooksey will be performing as a flute soloist.

Wednesday, august 12 & sunday, august 16 @ 7:30 p.m.We will “Rock Out With the 70’s” on Wednesday evening with our vocal soloist for the week, Mr. David Blasco. On Sunday it is the annual “College Fight Song Salute.” The trumpet section is featured on both evenings with their chops of steel.

Wednesday, august 19 & sunday, august 23 @ 7:30 p.m.Our vocalists this week are some young barbershoppers called After Hours! Wednesday our theme is “Elvis Has Left the Building” and on Sunday we celebrate with “Peoria, Our Kind of Town.”


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Peoria Area Civic ChoralePeoria Area Civic Chorale exists to develop, create, produce and perform a diverse repertoire of the highest quality vocal and choral music presented in the most professional manner for the enjoyment, entertainment, aesthetic enrichment and education of its members, its audience and those who live in the communities it serves.

Members of the Peoria Area Civic Chorale will present A Sacred Music Review on August 9, 2009, at 2:30 PM, at the Salem Lutheran Church, 1700 W War Memorial Drive, Peoria. This free concert will feature many soloists and ensembles from the Chorale.

The Peoria Area Civic Chorale will hold auditions on Tuesday, August 11 from 5 to 7 PM at First United Methodist Church, 116 NE Perry, Peoria.

The Peoria Area Civic Chorale Youth Chorus will hold auditions on Tuesday, August 18, from 4 to 6 PM at First United Methodist Church, 116 NE Perry, Peoria. Girls and boys (with unchanged voices) from grades 4 through 8 are eligible to audition.

Call 693-6725 for more information or to schedule an audition time.

AttractionsAfrican American Museum Hall of Fame • 309 S. DuSable St., Peoria • 309.673.2206

All Around Starr Clown • East Peoria • 309.699.8925

Bicycle Safety Town • 6518 N. Sheridan Rd., Peoria • 309.682.6684

Camp Wokanda • 620 Boy Scout Rd., Chillicothe • 309.579.2157

DragonLand Water Park • 1701 Court St., Pekin • 309.347.4000

Flanagan House • 942 NE. Glen Oak Ave., Peoria • 309.674.1921

Forest Park Nature Center • 5809 Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights• 309.686.3360

Fondulac Farm Park • 305 Neuman Dr., East Peoria • 309.694.2195

Gwynn Family Aquatic Center • 809 W. John Gwynn St., Peoria • 309.676.2891

Illinois Mennonite Heritage Center • 675 State Route 116, Metamora • 309.367.2551

Jubilee College State Historic Site • 11817 Jubilee College Rd., Brimfield • 309.243.9489

Kickapoo Creek Winery, Inc. • 6605 N. Smith Rd., Edwards • 309.495.9463

Lakeview Family Aquatic Center • 1017 W. Lake Ave., Peoria • 309.686.3377

Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences • 1125 W. Lake Ave., Peoria • 309.686.7000

Luthy Memorial Botanical Garden • 2218 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria • 309.686.3362

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard • 33633 State Route 9, Mackinaw • 309.359.9463

Peoria Area RiverFront Visitor Center • 110 NE. Water St., Peoria • 309.672.2860

Peoria Art Guild • 203 Harrison St., Peoria • 309.637.2787

Peoria Park District • 2218 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria • 309.682.1200

Peoria Zoo • 2218 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria • 309.686.3365

Riverplex Recreation & Wellness Center • 600 NE. Water St., Peoria • 309.282.1700

Spirit of Peoria • 100 NE. Water St., Peoria • 309.637.8000

Splashdown at Eastside • One Eastside Dr., East Peoria • 309.694.1867

Tanners Orchard, LTD. • 740 State Route 40, Speer • 309.493.5442

Three Sisters Park • 17189 N. State Route 29, Chillicothe • 309.274.8855

Tower Park • 1222 E. Kingman Ave., Peoria Heights • 309.682.8732

Wheels O’ Time Museum • 11923 N. Knoxville Ave. (Route 40), Peoria • 309.243.9020

W.H. Sommer Park • 6329 N. Koerner Rd., Edwards • 309.691.8423

Wildlife Prairie State Park • 3826 N. Taylor Rd., Hanna City • 309.676.0998

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47th Annual Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair & Kids Art Festival

It’s like having an art gallery in your own backyard. This is not just an art event, but Peoria’s largest community event on the city’s scenic riverfront. You can spend the day or the entire weekend at this two-day celebration of the visual arts. We offer exceptional works of art from nationally-recognized artists, memorable music, palate-pleasing food and drinks, and hands-on activities for the kids as well as adults.

Community MuralJoin the Peoria Art Guild as we create murals featuring the 2009 Poster image created by Hyacinth Manning. Last year, hundreds of people contributed to the community mural. Join this interactive art event to help create an 8 foot by 8 foot interpretation of the poster art.

MusicEnjoy the best of Peoria’s area musical performances:

Saturday SundaySt. Paul Baptist Church - 10 - 11:15 am Two Dudes - 10 - 11 amCentral Illinois Jazz Orchestra - 12 - 1:45 pm Loose Shoes - 12 - 2 pmBradley Jazz Ensemble - 2:30 - 3:30 pm Larry Harms Trio - 2:30 - 3:30 pmPeoria Jazz All-Stars - 4:15 - 5 pm Peoria Pops Dixieland Band - 4 - 5 pm

Kids Art FestivalSaturday and Sunday - 10 am - 5 pmThe Kids Art Festival is where creativity meets quick “make ‘n take” art projects for kids. Youngsters work with Art Guild teachers and volunteers to create their own unique art project. All proceeds from the art projects benefit art education programs at the Peoria Art Guild.

Daily Admission: $5 - Children 16 years and under are free. For more information, please visit www.peoriaartguild.org.

Peoria Art Guild • 203 Harrison Street, Peoria IL 61602 • 309.637.2787Gallery & Store Hours: Monday - Thursday 10 am - 6 pm, Friday & Saturday 10 am - 5 pm

September 26 & 2710 am - 5 pm • Peoria RiverFront

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Wildlife “Scary” Park Wildlife Prairie Park - 3826 N. Taylor Rd., Hanna City, IL 61536October 16-18 & 23-2 • 5 pm - 9 pm www.wildlifeprairiestatepark.orgBring your children to this Halloween event that is sure not to give them nightmares! 5 - 7 pm each night is reserved for “Merry, not-so-scary Park”. Enjoy a trip through the Haunted House, trick-or-treating, a ride on the Spooky Train through the Haunted Forest and so much more! Cost is $6.50 per person, $4.50 for Park Members, and free for children ages 1 & under.

Spider HillThree Sisters Park - 17189 N. Route 29, Chillicothe, IL 61523www.spider-hill.comOpen every Friday and Saturday night in October and November 1. Gates open at 6 pm and the event runs from 7 to 11 pm each night. Tickets are $8 / person per attraction. Wristbands for unlimited scares and 1 balloon ride are $20 Haunted Express“Once you board the Haunted Express, you are powerless to stop your descent into the darkened forest. Your journey will take you into the land of the dead, and you will be surrounded by the creatures of the night. Your only hope is that the “Express” keeps moving, because if it stops you just may become dinner...” The Haunted Express is a tractor-pulled wagon ride through one of the wooded areas at Three Sisters Park. Haunted scenes are set up on both sides of the tractor and scenes include the “Spider Queen” pirate ship and a life-size animated Tyrannosaurus Rex.

The Massacre Mansion“Within the confines of the Massacre Mansion you will experience dread such as you have never known. Around every corner lurk vile creatures whose only wish is to make you part of the scenery for the next group to enjoy...”

The Massacre Mansion is an indoor attraction that features twisting and turning darkened corridors. Spookily lit scenes are located throughout the building including the ever popular vortex tunnel, the swamp, and the art gallery.

Trail of Terror“Even the bravest of souls tremble when walking along the Trail of Terror. This path ambles along through a haunted forest filled with ghosts and ghouls so frighteningly twisted that even seemingly innocent images such as a circus can be made to send shivers down your back...” The Trail of Terror winds through one of Three Sisters Park’s wooded areas. Guide ropes keep you on the twisting path and the haunted scenes include a haunted circus of terror, Voo Doo, and D-Eville Funeral Home.

Boo Barn The 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!

Spook HollowIndependence Park - Marquette Heightswww.myspace.com/spookhollowSpook Hollow is open October 16, 17 & 23, 24. The ticket office opens at 6 pm and the events run from 7 - 11 pm. Tickets are $10 a piece for both Spook Hollow and M.C. Manor. For both attractions, tickets are $13. Spook Hollow, celebrates 30 years!!!! The Haunted House and Hay Rack Rides were added in 2000 to enhance the Halloween season. Spook Hollow trail, is a walk through the haunted woods of Independence Park. Once inside look out, every step you take moves you closer to the spooks that haunt these woods year round. They are very active this time of year. The M. C. Manor is full of ghouls that live in the dark hallways of this haunted house. LOOK OUT, as you get lost in this house, the spooks will follow your every move. Hay Rack Rides, for those who just want to enjoy the great view of the surrounding area and relax, can take a not so scary trip around the park.

Howl-Zoo-WeenPeoria Zoo - 2218 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria, IL 61603October 16 & 17Cost: $3/members $5/non-membersCalling all ghosts and ghouls, join us for our annual event. With trick or treat trails, magic shows, a costume contest at 7 pm each night, and so much more, come out and enjoy this family friendly event.

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Illinois Central College Cougars August 20 - Women’s Soccer vs. U of I Springfield - 5 pm 28 - Men’s Soccer vs. Northern Iowa Area CC - 7 pm 28 - Women’s Soccer vs. Heartland - 5 pm 28 - Volleyball vs. Lindenwood University - Belleville - 7 pm September 1 - Volleyball vs. Lincoln College - 6 pm 4 - Women’s Soccer vs. Southwestern Illinois College - 6 pm 6 - Women’s Soccer vs. Iowa Central - 2 pm 9 - Women’s Soccer vs. Carl Sandburg - 6 pm 12 - Men’s Soccer vs. Lincolnland CC - 7 pm 15 - Men’s Soccer vs. Lincoln College - 7 pm 16 - Women’s Soccer vs. Lewis & Clark - 4 pm 18 & 19 - ICC Volleyball Tournament 20 - Women’s Soccer vs. South Suburban - 1 pm 22 - Men’s Soccer vs. Rend Lake College - 4 pm 22 - Volleyball vs. Kankakee Community College - 6 pm 27 - Men’s Soccer vs. Kanskaskia - 2 pm 29 - Men’s Soccer vs. Danville - 4 pm 29 - Volleyball vs. Lincoln Land Community College - 6 pm October 4 - Women’s Soccer vs. Waubonsee CC - 2 pm 5 - Volleyball vs. Springfield College - 6 pm 7 - Women’s Soccer vs. Parkland - 5 pm 10 - Women’s Soccer vs. St. Meramec - 12 pm 23 & 24 - ICC Volleyball Tournament

For a complete list of athletic events, please visit www.icc.edu/athletics/

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The time for golf has never been better!

Peoria Area Golf Courses

Braves at Bradley University • 1501 W. Bradley Ave., Peoria • 309.676.7611

Clubs at River City, The • 8603 N. University St., Peoria • 309.693.5700

Cougars at Illinois Central College • One College Drive, East Peoria • 309.694.5429

Dragon’s Dome • 3401 Griffin Ave., Pekin • 309.346.4123

Eastside Centre • One Eastside Dr., East Peoria • 309.698.5437

Five Points in Washington • 360 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington • 309.444.8222

Franciscan Recreation Center • 908 Sterling, West Peoria • 309.677.6705

Landmark Recreation Center • 3225 N. Dries Ln., Peoria • 309.685.8081

Owens Recreation Center • 1019 W. Lake Ave., Peoria •309.686.3369

Pearce Community Center • 610 Cedar St., Chillicothe • 309.274.4209

Peoria Chiefs/O’Brien Field • 730 SW. Jefferson, Peoria • 309.680.4000

Peoria Motorcycle Club • 605 Cameron Ln., Bartonville • 309.697.0011

Peoria Pirates • 201 SW. Jefferson St., Peoria • 309.673.1000

Peoria Rivermen Hockey • 201 SW. Jefferson St., Peoria • 309.676.1040

Red Devils at Eureka College • 300 E. College Ave., Eureka • 309.467.6350

Riverplex Recreation & Wellness Center • 600 NE. Water St., Peoria • 309.282.1700

Soccer Centre Inc. • 412 E. Moneta Ave., Peoria Heights • 309.686.1413

Village Courts Athletic Club • 430 W. Edgewood Court, Morton • 309.263.0222

4 Kicks • 4325 N. Sheridan Rd., Peoria • 309.681.5425

Arrowhead • 19430 N. Centerville Rd., Edelstein • 309.274.4675Bluegrass Creek • 10521 Boston School Rd., Minier • 309.392.2094Canton Country Club • 1920 N. Main St., Canton • 309.647.5419Country Club of Peoria • 4700 N. Grandview Dr., Peoria • 309.685.1212Coyote Creek • 8201 W. Lancaster Rd., Bartonville • 309.633.0911Detweiller • 8412 N. Galena Rd., Peoria • 309.692.7518Donovan • 5805 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria • 309.691.8361El Paso Golf Club • 2860 County Rd. 600 N., El Paso • 309.527.5225Fairlakes Golf Club • 2203 County Rd., 600 N., Secor • 309.744.2222Fon du Lac • 123 Par 3 Ln., East Peoria • 309.699.4222Golf Learning Center • 7815 N. Radnor Rd., Peoria • 309.690.7162Hillcrest • 1829 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.444.9033Kaufman Park • 800 W. Center St., Eureka • 309.467.2523Kellogg • 7716 Radnor Rd., Peoria • 309.691.0293Lacon Country Club • 1400 State Route 17, Lacon • 309.246.7650Lick Creek • 2210 N. Parkway Dr., Pekin • 309.346.0077Madison • 2735 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Peoria • 309.673.7161Maple Lane Country Club • Route 1, Elmwood • 309.742.8212Mt. Hawley • 7724 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria • 309.692.7816Newman • 2021 W. Nebraska Ave., Peoria • 309.674.1663Oak Run • 1468 Knox Rd., Dahinda • 309.879.2582Parkview • 2300 Broadway, Pekin • 309.346.8494Pekin Country Club • 310 Country Club Dr., Pekin • 309.346.6888Pine Lakes • 25130 Shuck Rd., Washington • 309.745.9344Quail Meadows • 2215 Centennial Dr., Washington • 309.694.3139Snag Creek • 1362 County Rd. 2200 N., Washburn • 309.248.7300Sunset Hills • 1620 Summit Dr., Pekin • 309.347.7553Timberlake • 5501 W. Farmington Rd., Peoria • 309.674.2171WeaverRidge • 5100 WeaverRidge Blvd., Peoria • 309.691.3344

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Men’s SoccerBrADLEy SoCCEr KICKoFF FEStIvAL Fri, Sep 04 - Eastern Illinois vs. Mercer •6 pm Fri, Sep 04 - MEMPHIS • 10 pmSun, Sep 06 - MERCER • 7 pm HotELS At GrAnD PrAIrIE BrADLEy SoCCEr CLASSIC Fri, Sep 11 - WESTERN MICHIGAN • 7:30 pm Sat, Sep 12 - XAVIER • 7:30 pmSMu InvItAtIonAL Fri, Sep 25 - CENTRAL ARKANSAS • 7 pm Sat, Oct 03 - DRAKE • 7 pmSat, Oct 10 - MISSOURI STATE • 7 pm Wed, Oct 14 - EVANSVILLE • 7 pmWed, Oct 21 - CREIGHTON • 7 pm Sat, Oct 31 - EASTERN ILLINOIS • 8 pm

Women’s VolleyballFri, Aug 28 - SOUTH CAROLINA-UPSTATE • 11:30 am Fri, Aug 28 - CHICAGO STATE • 7 pm Sat, Aug 29 - LEHIGH • 11:30 am Sat, Aug 29 - IUPUI • 7 pmTue, Sep 01 - NORTHERN ILLINOIS • 7 pm Fri, Sep 11 - UTEP • 7 pm Sat, Sep 12 - COPPIN STATE • 1 pmSat, Sep 12 - MONTANA STATE • 7 pm Tue, Sep 15 - WESTERN ILLINOIS • 7 pm Fri, Sep 25 - EVANSVILLE • 7 pmSat, Sep 26 - SOUTHERN ILLINOIS • 7 pm Fri, Oct 02 - NORTHERN IOWA • 7 pm Sun, Oct 04 - SIU EDWARDSVILLE • 2 pm Fri, Oct 16 - MISSOURI STATE • 7 pm Sat, Oct 17 - WICHITA STATE • 7 pm Fri, Nov 06 - INDIANA STATE • 7 pm Sat, Nov 07 - ILLINOIS STATE • 7 pm Fri, Nov 20 - DRAKE • 7 pm Sat, Nov 21 - CREIGHTON • 7 pm

Men’s & Women’s Cross CountryFri, Sep 11 - BRADLEY OPEN, Detweiller Park • 5:30 pm Fri, Oct 16 - BRADLEY CLASSIC, Newman Golf Course • 4:15 pm Sat, Oct 31 - MVC Championship, Newman Golf Course • 10:30 am

Local Disc Golf CoursesBig Creek Park940 N. Main, Canton18 holes, Concrete Tees309.647.1345www.cantonpark.org

Illinois Central College DGCState Route 24, East Peoria18 holes, Concrete Tees309.694.5290

Lake Eureka DGCLake Rd., Eureka18 holes, Concrete Tees309.467.2113www.eurekaillinois.net

Laura Bradley ParkPark Rd., Peoria18 holes, Concrete Tees309.682.1200www.peoriaparks.org

Maxwell Park301 N. Parkside Rd., Normal18 holes, Concrete Tees309.454.9540www.normal.org

McNaughton ParkState Route 29, Pekin18 holes, Concrete Tees309.347.7275

Northwood ParkN. Main St., Morton18 holes, Concrete Tees309.263.7429www.mortonparkdistrict.com

PJ Irvin Park1601 McKay Dr., Bloomington18 holes, Concrete Tees309.434.2260www.cityblm.org

Roanoke ParkVictory Ave., Roanoke9 holes, Grass Tees309.923.7241

Shore Acres ParkRiver Beach Dr., Chillicothe12 holes, Grass Tees309.274.3409www.chillicotheparkdistrict.org

Washington ParkLincoln St., Washington18 holes, Concrete Tees309.444.9413www.washingtonparkdistrict.com

Peoria Frisbee Clubwww.peoriadiscgolf.com*Tournament, league and course info.

Every disc golfer has their own coined throwing style, but all of them either throw sidearm or backhand; so which is better?

The answer is – They are both equally effective, it just depends the player and the shot; and what he or she feels most comfortable with. The nature of the game is to relax and have a good time, so throw how you normally throw. The best shots are one’s that take the least amount of effort… physically and mentally!

When throwing backhand, you need to determine what disc works best for you. Generally, sidearm throws generates more snap than a backhand throw, so if you throw sidearm use an over-stable disc. The best situation to be in is to be able to throw using both techniques, because every hole is different, and every shot counts!

Backhand throws — Results in the player’s throwing arm moving across the opposite side of the body before release. A backhand throw is a standard throw where the player has the disc across their chest to their opposite shoulder and then releases the disc back to the other side of their body. This is the most common type of throw.

Sidearm throws — Results in the player’s throwing arm moving across the same side of the body before release. A forehand throw is a standard throw where the player has the disc across their chest to their opposite shoulder and then releases the disc back to the other side of their body.

Next time you have some extra time on your hands, go to the park and test out both throwing styles. See which one goes further, and then you can determine which shot to use off the tee box!


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Home of the Nestlé/Libby’s pumpkin packing plant, over 80% of the world’s canned pumpkin is processed 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, a parade and pumpkins.

Featured Events (visit www.pumpkincapital.com for a full, detailed list of events)

Morton Art Guild Pumpkin Festival Art ShowEntries are due at the library on Sunday, September 12. The artwork will be on display at the library from Monday through Saturday.

Libby’s Pumpkin Cookery ContestDrop off your entries Thursday, September 17, from 5 - 5:45 pm at the Community Church of Christ in Morton. Judging will begin at 6 pm. Entries will be on public display from 8 - 8:30 pm.

Craft & Gift ShowOn Saturday, September 19, there will be over 150 booths set up around Jefferson School and the parking lot behind Benckendorf & Benckendorf along Jefferson Street.

CEFCu Pumpkin Pancake BreakfastThe famous Pumpkin Pancakes will be served Saturday morning. The food tent open at 6:30 am. If you can’t make it early enough, no worries... they will keep a single line open serving pancakes until 2:30 pm!

ParadeCome see the parade on Saturday, September 19. It will begin at the Lincoln Grade School at 10:30 am and end at the Post Office.

Mortonterrace/Morton villa Pumpkin Pin SearchYou will want to keep your eye on the Morton Times News in August for weekly clues that will lead you finding our festival pin. The finder of the Pumpkin Pin will receive a reward of $430.00!

Libby’s 10k race/2 Mi Fun run/WalkBeginning Saturday morning at 7:30 am, runners will race 10k on a flat course through town and country and walkers/runners will go 2 miles on a flat course through village and finishing on the parade route.

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EventsRiverFront Market • June 13 - September 26 • Liberty Park: Corner of Water and LibertyRecurring weekly on Saturdays • 8 am - 12 pm

August

9 - Italian - American Summer Fiesta • Hickory Grove Park, Dunlap 12 - 7 pm • 12503 Hickory Grove Rd., Dunlap • 309.688.116412 - Taste of Peoria • RiverFront Downtown Peoria 4 - 10 pm • 309.671.5555 • See feature on page 3214 & 15 - Soul Fest • RiverFront Downtown Peoria 5 - 11 pm • 309.671.5555 • See feature on page 3215 - WWE RAW Live Summerslam Tour • Peoria Civic Center 7:30 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890015 & 16 - Farm Heritage Days • Three Sisters Park 17189 N. State Route 29, Chillicothe • 309.274.883715 - 17 - Washington Fine Arts Festival • Downtown Historic Square, Washington www.washingtonfinearts.org16 - Johnny Slu’s Dixie Daredevils & the CIJS House Band • Peoria Castle Lodge 6 - 9:30 pm • 117 N. Western Ave., Peoria • 309.692.533018 - Rhythm in the Rainforest • Luthy Botancial Gardens 6 - 9:30 pm • 2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria • 309.686.336220 -Eureka Sesquicentennial Celebration • See feature on page 4022 - Peoria Art Guild feature Beer & Brats • Peoria Art Guild 3 - 6 pm • 203 Harrison St., Peoria • 309.637.278723 - Grand National TT Races • Peoria Motorcycle Club 1 pm • 603 S. Cameron Ln., Bartonville • 309.697.4981 • See feature on page 2228 - Erin Feis - Peoria’s Irish Fest • RiverFront Downtown Peoria 4 - 11 pm • See feature on page 33

September

4 & 5 - Illinoi Blues Festival • See feature on page 96 - Grape Stomp & Harvest Festival • Mackinaw Valley Vineyard & Winery 12 - 6 pm • 33633 Illinois Route 9, Mackinaw • 309.359.94637 - Labor Day Picnic & Parade • Downtown Peoria 2 pm • 309.671.5555 • See feature on page 3311 - 13 - Pekin Marigold Festival • See feature on page 3412 - World Fest 2009 • Peoria Civic Center Exhibit Hall 11 am - 5:00 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.680.350013 - Brian Regan • Peoria Civic Center Theater 7 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890016 - 19 - Morton Pumpkin Festival • See feature on page 2818 - Midwest Cigar Summit • Jimmy’s Bar 4 pm • 2801 W. Farmington Rd., Peoria • 309.363.7657


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18 - 20 - Oktoberfest • See feature on page 3319 - The World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions • Peoria Civic Center Arena 2 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890019 & 20 - Pioneer Days • Wildlife Prairie State Park 3826 N. Taylor Rd., Hanna City • 309.676.099822 - Stomp • Peoria Civic Center Theater 7:30 - 10:30 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890026 & 27 - Autumn Gems Quilt Show • East Peoria Event Center 4200 W. Washington Rd., East Peoria • 309.698.450026 & 27 - Peoria Art Guild’s Fine Art Fair • See feature on page 19

October

2 - Peoria Rib Fest & Chili Cook-off • See feature on page 332 - 31 - Spider Hill • Three Sisters Park • See feature on page 203 & 4, 10 & 11 - 42nd Annual Spoon River Drive • Fulton County • www.spoonriverdrive.org8 - The Temptations • Peoria Civic Center Theater 8 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890010 - Jeff Dunham • Peoria Civic Center Arena 8 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.8900 13 - Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary 57th Annual Fall Fashion Show • Holiday Inn City Centre Luncheon Show: 11:30 am, Dessert Show: 7:30 pm • 500 Hamiliton Blvd., Peoria16 & 17 - Howl-Zoo-Ween • Peoria Zoo • 309.686.3365 • See feature on page 2117 & 18 - Morton Punkin Chuckin • Uhlman Family Farm 9:30 am - Dusk • Corner of Allentown & Springfield Rd., Morton • 309.266.513518 - David Copperfield • Peoria Civic Center Theater 5:30 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890023 - Joe Bonamassa • Peoria Civic Center Theater 8:30 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890023 - 25 - Wildlife “Scary Park • Wildlife Prairie Park • See feature on page 20 24 - The Truck Stop Family Festival • Northwoods Mall Parking Lot 10 am - 3:00 pm • 2200 W War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.685.931227 - MatheMagic! You Theater Performance • Peoria Civic Center Theater 10 am - 12:15 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.890028 - Celtic Thunder • Peoria Civic Center Theater 7:30 pm • 201 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.673.8900


Dave Matthews Tribute Band at CEFCU Stage - August 7Gates open at 7:30 pm, Show begins at 8 pmThe Dave Matthews Tribute Band is back for another show that will have everyone saying, “Is that the Dave Matthew’s Band?” Without question, these guys are the best at recreating a DMB concert and hit every note effortlessly. Don’t miss the chance to jam to your favorite Dave songs on Peoria’s Riverfront!

JammSammich at CEFCU Stage - August 8Gates open at 7:30 pm, Show begins at 8:00 pmRiverFront royalty returns for their second show of the 2009 CEFCU Center Stage Summer Concert Series. JammSammich promises to provide an eternally packed dance floor and an ultimate good time! Don’t miss these fan favorites as the rock the RiverFront!

Taste of Peoria - August 12Event runs from 4 - 11 pmOver 40 local restaurants offer a taste of their speciality foods. There will be live entertainment on two stages for all ages. Awards will be given in various food categories. General admission fee is $2.oo. An additional $5.00 admission will be for the CEFCU Center Stage area. Visit www.peoriaevents.com for more information.

CEFCU Center Stage Festival Park StageThe Quitters 5 - 6:30 pm Lewistown Tube Band 4:15 - 5:15 pmBubblegum Jack 7 - 8:30 pm Gillian Greer & Cullen Greer 5:30 - 6 pmWho’s Bad 9 - 10:30 pm Nootril Drop 6:15 - 7:45 pm Taste Awards Presented 8 pm The Willies 9 - 10:30 pm

River City Soul Fest - August 14 & 15A signature event returning to the RiverFront. The first day celebrates Gospel music with a variety of local choirs and more! Don’t miss out on the soulful sounds, as well as merchants, food, and more! On Saturday, come down and see The Stylistics, Peaches & Herbs, and Thelma Houston on stage.

The Boat Drunks at CEFCU Stage - August 21Gates open at 7:30 pm, Show begins at 8 pmTake a trip to Peoria’s hot spot with fan favorite The Boat Drunks! Cruise on over to the CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing for a night of Parrott Head Heaven and your favorite liquid libation.

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PEORIA RIVERFRONT EVENTs

Erin Feis - August 28 - 30Come out and get some corned beef and cabbage along with some other great Irish foods and beverages. There will be many vendors selling Irish merchandise that you won’t be able to find in any stores including hand crafted jewelry, home decorations, Celtic artwork, music, etc. The entertainment stage will feature: Slide, Mother Grove, The Kells, Kennedy’s Kitchen, The Emerald Underground, The Larkin Brothers and much more! Visit www.erinfeispeoria.com/vendors.php for more information.

The Labor Day Picnic & Parade - September 7Labor Day parade will have over 100 entries of various trade unions at 2 pm starting in front of Fire Station on Monroe Street ending at the County Courthouse. The picnic is at festival park from 2 - 7 pm with the West MacQueen Street Band performing. Beverages and food will be available. Come enjoy this family event! Visit www.peoriaevents.com for more information.

Fiesta en el Rio - September 11This festival features authentic Latin American food and drinks, a children’s area, cultural tent, and much more. Banda Ricka, a latin band with a powerful, versatile and highly entertaining dance show, will return to the RiverFront. Their music consists of Salsa, Merenque, Cumbia and Bachata. Don’t miss the return of this cultural celebration.

Oktoberfest - September 18 - 20Dinner will be prepared by the German-American Central Society again this year and will be available in the main tent! Various vendors for sandwiches, desserts and merchandise will also be available! Featured music entertainment includes: Al’s Pals Polka Band, Peoria Area Accordion Club Band, Vogel Musik, die Spitzbuam, Ratskeller Brummers: Peoria’s own German band, Brave Combo, and much more!

Rib Fest & Chili Cook-Off - October 2 & 3The best ribs and chili cook-off contests for amateurs, media, professional and political cooks. Central Illinois Cruisers Car Show will be on Saturday along with live entertainment. Hours are 5 pm - midnight on Friday and noon - midnight on Saturday. Visit www.peoriaevents.com for more information. Admission will be $7 for adults and children 12 and under FREE! Weekend passes are available for $12.


PEKIN MARIGOLD FESTIVALThe Marigold Festival began in 1972 as a way to honor one of Pekin’s favorite sons, Senator Everett Dirksen. While in Congress, Senator Dirksen tried to make the marigold the national flower. In support of Dirksen, the community began growing marigolds. While Dirksen was unsuccessful in his efforts to make the marigold the national flower, his hometown of Pekin soon became known as the Marigold Capital of the World. 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.

Art in the Park ~ Over 350 booths with thousands of arts and crafts.

CEFCu Marigold Festival Soda Stations ~ The Marigold Festival committee is pleased to announce CEFCU is sponsoring the Marigold Festival Soda Stations located on both sides of Pavilion Road.

Centurytel “Kids Experience ~ Fun activities and games for the youngest festival - goers.

Family Fest ~ There will be lots of food, lots of fun and one of Pekin’s favorite Marigold events - the Lip Sync Contest. Bring your lawn chairs and your appetite and be ready for a great night of family fun! Friday, September 11th from 5 to 10pm around the courthouse square in historic downtown Pekin.

Fun for the whole family at the Mineral Springs Kiddie Corral area: • Climbing Wall ~ 23 foot wall resembles a real rock and is an extension of the Upper Limits Climbing Gym, the tallest climbing facility in the world, located in Bloomington, Illinois• Ritchhart’s Mobile Zoo ~ mobile children’s zoo• Rockin’ P Rough Riders ~ ‘walking’ pony rides

“Grow for the Gold” ~ Grow for the Gold Garden Contest. Help make Pekin the Marigold Capital of the World with your Marigold gardens. All entries must have a Pekin address and flowers must be visible from the street. The marigolds can be by themselves or in combination with other flowers.

Jimmy John’s Marigold Festival Bags tourney ~ twice the number of teams (128) and twice the prize money. First prize is $1000

ntS Marigold Festival Parade ~ Saturday morning, beginning at 10 am

Marigold Festival 5K run/Walk ~ American Legion Baseball is sponsoring this year’s 5K run/walk

Pepsi Marigold Medallion Hunt - Approximately two weeks before the Marigold Festival, a medallion is hidden somewhere on public property in or around Pekin. Thought-provoking, clever and cunning clues to the whereabouts are released. The public then begins the hunt by interpreting the double meaning of the clues. The person who finds the medallion will receive an exciting grand prize. This year’s first clue will be released on Monday, August 31st.

Other features include: Civic Collage, Marigold “Top Dog” Pageant, ‘Happy Trails’ Dog Park, Package Hold & Load, Pekin Insurance Festive Food Court, Public Planting, Sand Volleyball Tournament, Wiffeball Tourney, and more!

For more information, please visit http://www.pekin.net/marigoldFestival.htm.

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The free entertainment stage is located north of the Mineral Springs Park Lagoon.

Saturday, September 12

Jim Markum Swing Band - 11:30 am - 1 pm - Oldies, pop, jump, swing, and bluesLaura Clark - 2 - 3 pm - Moderately Earth fold with classic pop sound and rich, soulful vocalsFriends in Harmony - 3:30 - 4 pm - Broadway, easy listening, jazz, and gospel“Dressed to Kill Show” - 5 - 6 pm - KISS Tribute Band

Sunday, September 13

Worship in the Park - 11 am - 12:30 pm Quick Change - 2 pm and 4 pm - World’s Greatest Magical Transformation

Mineral Springs Park- Pavilion Porch Saturday, September 12

Julie K - 12 - 1 pm - children’s recording artistWise Guise - 1:30 - 2:15 pm - A Capella vocal groupJason Juneke - 2:30 - 3 pm - juggling, unicycling, balancing, and manipulationStrawberry Jam - 3 - 4 pm - music influenced by the Beatles and Pearl jamMelanie Hiatt - 1 - 2 pm - country singer/songwriter

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Universities/Schools

Aaaaa Beauty Academy • 3019 N. Sterling Ave., Peoria • 309.681.7823

Bradley University • 1501 W. Bradley Ave. • 309.676.7611 • www.bradley.edu

Career Logics Institute of Hair • 1904 Sheridan Rd., Pekin • 309.346.1447

Eureka College • 300 E. College Ave., Eureka • 309.467.3721 • www.eureka.edu

Illinois Central College • One College Drive, East Peoria • 309.694.5520 • www.icc.edu

Illinois Institute of Cosmetology • 3315 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria • 309.687.5607

Illinois Welding School • 5901 Washington St., Bartonville • 309.633.0379

Methodist College of Nursing • 415 NE. St. Mark Court, Peoria • 309.672.5513

Midstate College • 411 W. Northmoor Road, Peoria • 309.692.4092 • www.midstate.edu

Oehrlein School of Cosmetology • 100 Meadows Ave., East Peoria • 309.699.1561

Regency Beauty Institute • 2601 W. Lake Ave., #12, Peoria • 309.282.0688

Tricoci University of Beauty • 602 W. Glen Ave., #604, Peoria • 309.679.4500

Robert Morris College • 211 Fulton St., Peoria • 309.636.8600 • www.robertmorris.edu

Saint Francis College of Nursing • 511 NE. Greenleaf St., Peoria • 309.655.2596

U of I at Springfield - Peoria Center • One College Drive, East Peoria • 309.694.5546 • www.uis.edu

U of I College of Medicine • One Illini Drive, Peoria • 309.671.3000 • www.uicomp.uic.edu

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Bradley University Calendar of EventsAugust14 - Summer Session 2 Ends22 - Residence Halls Open25 - Part-Time Employment Expo • 10 am - 12 pm, Michel Student Center26 - Fall Classes Begin

September4 - Master Illusionist Harris, III • 9 pm, Student Center Ballroom 5 - Comedian Kyle Cease • 9 pm, Student Center Ballroom 17 - 20 & 24 - 27 - - The Pajama Game • 8 pm, Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts18 - Band Concert on the Quad • 4 pm, Olin Quad24 - Fall Job & Internship Fair • 11 am - 3:30 pm, Michel Student Center26 - Comedian Bob Smith • 9 pm, Lydia’s Lounge

October 15 - Graduate School Fair 2009 • 12 - 3:30 pm, Michel Student Center16 - Comedian Matt Kirshen • 9 pm, Lydia’s Lounge17 - Ace Enders in Concert • 9 pm, Lydia’s Lounge 24 - Multicultural Arts Festival • 1 - 3 pm, Garrett Center25 - Fall Swing Dance featuring Sally Weisenberg & The Famous Sidemen 8pm, Student Center Ballroom28 - Kevin Roberts, The Food Dude • 8 pm, Neumiller Lecture Hall


Playing In EurekaConklin’s Dinner Theater

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UNNECESSARY FARCE by Paul Slade SmithJuly 23 - September 13The setting of this hilarious new play is two adjoining rooms in an economy motel where two inexperienced police officers have been sent to videotape a meeting between the local Mayor and the town’s accountant, with the aim of uncovering an embezzlement scheme. Things begin to unravel when the Mayor runs into one of the officers in the lobby, and we discover that the other officer is having an affair with the accountant! The Mayor’s nervous security guard reveals that the embezzled money is a plot by the Scottish Mafia and that “the Highland Hit Man” is on the way! Meanwhile, the Mayor’s wife has arrived. Is she merely concerned for her husband, or could she somehow be involved in the criminal plot? The twists and turns will keep you laughing until the final moments!

RUMORS by Neil SimonSeptember 17 - November 8An up-scale anniversary party turns into a mad melee of innuendos and misunderstandings as four couples arrive at the celebration set for an evening of fun only to discover the hostess missing and the host upstairs suffering from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Get set for a wild roller coast ride of hilarity as the couples get more and more crazed trying to sort everything out! Neil Simon’s play has been hailed as an “old-fashioned, door-slamming, crockery-smashing farce” where infidelity, scandal and mystery all provide grist for this mill of humor and rumor.

Playing In Eureka

Thursday, August 20

3 - 7 pm Clowns and Balloons3 - 8 pm Crafts Show3 - 10 pm Food Vendors & Big H Carnival with 18 Rides4 - 5 pm The Bob Clymers - Alternative Rock4 - 9:30 pm Beer Tent5:30 - 6:30 pm Jonny Rovatti - Magician7:30 - 9 pm Crosspoint - Christian Rock

Friday, August 21

8 am - 8 pm Crafts ShowNoon - 10 pm Food VendorsNoon - 11 pm Park & Ride (watch for signs)1 - 5 pm Petting Zoo3 - 8 pm Fine Arts Fair & Face Painting3 - 10 pm Area Merchants’ Tent3 - 11 pm Big H Carnival with 18 Rides4 - 6 pm Southern Cross Band - Country Rock4 - 9:30 pm Beer Tent7 - 10 pm Rag Tops - 50s and 60s Rock

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In the early 1800’s, as the population of the eastern states increased, available land for homesteading sites became hard to find. Those who sought to avoid the crowd set out to conquer the prairies of the West. In the new state of Illinois they sought a new life.

Woodford County was organized in 1841 by a committee of pioneers headed by Thomas Bullock ,who came to the Walnut Grove community (now Eureka) in 1835 from his birthplace in Versailles, Woodford County, Kentucky. Eureka was incorporated by an act of the Illinois Legislature on February 23, 1859 and was designated as the Woodford County seat in 1894. Walnut Grove was a community extending about five miles north and south along Walnut Creek and a mile or so east -and west of the creek. Some sixty families settled in this area between 1828 and 1855. There was no local government. There was no store before 1852, and there were only 2 institutions before 1855. The first was the Christian Church, organized in 1832. The second was Walnut Grove Academy, which opened in 1848. The academy over time became the center of local interest and a membership on its board was a mark of both power and leadership. Around 1850 the beginnings of a town began to sprout along what is now Cemetery Street, near the church and the academy. This development soon lapsed around the same time as the arrival of John Darst. Originally from Dayton, Ohio, Darst arrived at Walnut Grove in 1851 at the age of 35. He bought land, and when conditions were favorable in 1855 he platted the original town of Eureka. On January 1, 1856 he sold lots around what is now the courthouse square. Eureka’s population since 1860 has continued to flourish throughout the years, growing from 604 people in 1860, to 1,661 people in 1900, and to 4,871 people in the year 2000.

Saturday, August 22

6:30 - 10 am Pancake and Sausage Breakfast8 am Trail Race8 - 11 am 2 Person Golf Scramble at Kaufman Park Course9 am - 7 pm Fine Arts Fair9 am - 8 pm Area Merchant’s Tent & Craft Show10 am - Noon Kiddy Tractor Pull10 am - 4 pm Dunk Tank10 am - 7:30 pm Horse Drawn Carriage Rides10 am - 11 pm Park & Ride (watch for signs)11 am Antique Tractor Pull at Cruger Elevator11 am - 1 pm The Peoria Accordion Club11 am - 8 pm Face Painting11 am - 9 pm Food Vendors11:30 am - 11 pm Big H Carnival with 18 RidesNoon - 5 pm Petting ZooNoon - 10 pm Beer Tent1 - 5 pm Wristband Rides1 pm Horseshoe Tournament2 - 4 pm Aristocrats - Swing Music5 - 7 pm Brainchild - Jazz/Rock6 - 9 pm Antique Car Cruise-In8 - 10:30 pm JammSammich - Funk/Pop

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September5 - vs. Knox College - 1:00 pm

12 - @ Concordia University Chicago - 1:00 pm

19 - vs. Martin Luther College - 1:00 pm

26 - @ University of Wisconsin - Stout - 1:00 pm

october10 - vs. Westminster College - 1:00 pm (Homecoming)

17 - vs. LaGrange College - 1:00 pm

24 - @ MacMurray College - 1:00 pm

30 - @ College of St. Scholastica - 2:00 pm

november7 - vs. Crown College - 12:00 pm

14 - vs. Greenville College - 12:00 pm

August22 - Check In and Orientation26 - Classes Begin

September1 - Last Day to add semester classes7 - No Classes - Labor Day9 - Last day to drop semester classes

october9 - No Classes - Homecoming14 - Semester Midterm16 - No Classes - Fall Break Begins

november 2 - Last day to drop semester classes26 - Thanksgiving Break begins - Campus Closed30 - Classes Resume December9 - Last Day of Classes10 - Study Day11 - 15 - Final Exams

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Playing In EurekaThe Ronald Reagan Peace Garden

In a May 9, 1982 speech at Eureka College, President Reagan challenged the Soviet Union to a new era of negotiations to reduce nuclear arms -- called START. The speech has been labeled “The Beginning of the End of the Cold War.”

To commemorate President Reagan’s commitment to world peace and the important 1982 speech he presented at Eureka, the College dedicated the Ronald Reagan Peace Garden in May of 2000. The Peace Garden was a gift to the College from Mr. and Mrs. David J. Vaughan of Peoria Heights, Illinois.

Dedicated on the 18th anniversary of what is known as “The Eureka Speech,” highlights of the Peace Garden include a bust of Mr. Reagan, sculpted by nationally-recognized artist, Lonnie Stewart. In designing the bust, Mr. Stewart commented, “There are many different images of Ronald Reagan but I think the one that’s most dear to the hearts of all the millions of Americans who loved him, is that Ronald Reagan smile. A smile of reassurance, of dignity and integrity, and one that we all know and love.”

The Peace Garden also includes a large remnant of the Berlin Wall. It is only fitting that a piece of the symbolic barrier between East and West that Mr. Reagan helped bring down has found a place at Eureka. -Courtesy of Eureka College

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ShoppingEast Court Village • 3500 Court St., Pekin • 309.347.7004 • www.eastcourtvillage.comEvergreen Square • 801 E. Lake Ave., PeoriaJunction City Shopping Center • 5901 N. Prospect Road, Peoria • 309.740.0808 • www.newjunctioncity.comMetro Center Shopping Center • 4700 N. University, Peoria • 309.692.6690 • www.shopmetrocentre.comNorthwoods Mall/Simon Group • 2200 W. War Memorial, Peoria • 309.688.0443 • www.northwoods-mall-il.comPekin Main St. • 111 S. Capitol, Pekin • www.pekinmainstreet.comSheridan Village • 4125 N. Sheridan Rd., PeoriaShoppes at Grand Prairie • 5201 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.692.3672 • www.theshoppesatgrandprarie.comSouth Eden Village - Gift, Furniture & Antique Mall • 412 S. Eden Rd., Hanna City • 309.565.0762 • www.southedenvillage.comSterling Plaza • 721 W. Lake Ave., PeoriaWashington Square • Downtown WashingtonWestlake Shopping Center • 2601 W. Lake Ave., PeoriaWillow Knolls Court • 2200 W. Willow Knolls, Peoria

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LodgingAmericInn Lodge & Suites • 9106 N. Lindbergh Dr., Peoria • 309.692.9200Baymont Inn and Suites 2002 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.686.7600 210 E. Ashland St., Morton • 309.266.8888Best Western Ashland House • 201 E. Ashland St., Morton • 309.263.5116Camp Wokanda • 620 Boy Scout Rd., Chillicothe • 309.579.2157Candlewood Suites • 5300 W. Landens Way, Peoria • 309.691.1690Carl Spindler Campground & Marina • 3701 N. Main St., East Peoria • 309.699.3549Comfort Suites • 1812 War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.688.3800Cornerstone Inn • 111 N. Main St., Washington • 309.444.5632Country Inn & Suites • 5309 W. Landens Way. Peoria • 309.589.0044Courtyard by Marriott • 1928 W. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.686.1900Days Inn • 150 W. Ashland Ave., Morton • 309.266.9933Econo Lodge • 3240 Van De Ver Ave., Pekin • 309.353.4047Embassy Suites • 100 Conference Center Dr., East Peoria • 309.694.0200Extended Stay America • 4306 N. Brandywine Dr., Peoria • 309.688.3110Hampton Inn • 11 Winners Way, East Peoria • 309.694.0711Heritage Inn • 2726 W. Lake Ave., Peoria • 309.688.7000Holiday Inn City Centre • 500 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria • 309.674.2500Holiday Inn Express 300 Eastlight Ct., East Peoria • 309.694.4959 3615 Kelly Ave., Pekin • 309.353.3305Hotel Père Marquette • 501 Main St., Peoria •309.637.6500Jameson Inn Suites of Peoria • 4112 N. Brandywine Dr., Peoria • 309.685.2556Jellystone Camping & Resort • 1467 Timberline Rd., Goodfield • 309.965.2224Jubilee College State Park • 13921 W. Route 150, Brimfield • 309.446.3758Mark Twain Hotel • 225 NE. Adams St., Peoria • 309.676.3600Mission Oak Inn - Country Bed & Breakfast • 1108 County Rd. 930E, Henry • 309.370.4083Par-A-Dice Hotel• 7 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria • 309.699.7711Quality Inn • 115 E. Ashland Ave., Morton • 309.266.8310Radisson Hotel • 117 N. Western Ave., Peoria • 309.673.8040

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Professional Therapy Services 209 N. Cummings Ln., Washington • 309.886.2305

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Etc.AutomotiveB & M Transmission • 4907 N. Galena Rd., Peoria Heights • 309.685.7266Byer’s Automotive • 750 W. Jefferson St., Morton • 309.263.2340Car-X Auto Service • 4811 N. University St., Peoria • 309.691.9700Dave’s Garage • 2408 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria • 309.694.0624Davis Automotive • 28419 Broadway, Morton • 309.263.2567Doug’s Auto Service • 4122 W. Southport Rd., Peoria • 309.636.8808Downing’s Campustown Autobody Inc. • 1009 W. Windom St., Peoria • 309.673.6951East Peoria Autobody • 741 Taylor St., East Peoria • 309.699.7226Frank’s Automotive • 721 Park Ave., Peoria • 309.685.8637Grease Spot • 3332 Court St., Pekin • 309.347.7768Hohimer Automotive • 928 S. 2nd St., Pekin • 309.346.7361Martin Automotive • 2136 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.745.9513Merlin’s Muffler & Brake • 927 E. Washington St., East Peoria • 309.694.7200Morton Collision Repair • 925 Detroit Court, Morton • 309.266.5154Murry’s Custom Autobody • 1501 SW. Jefferson Ave., Peoria • 309.676.9032Paul’s Auto Repair • 1320 Cole St., East Peoria • 309.699.6722Todd’s Service Center • 1303 Washington Rd., Washington • 309.444.8441Zimmerman Autobody • 600 W. Jackson, Morton • 309.266.5017

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Etc.Beauty & SpaArtistic Touch Salon and Spa • 5514 S. Adams St., Bartonville • 309.807.5138City Clippers • 604 E. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.682.3700Envy Nails • 7814 N. Sommer St., Peoria • 309.692.2528Happening, The • 2920 Court St., Pekin • 309.346.7660Identity Salon & Day Spa • 3710 N. Prospect Rd., Peoria • 309.686.0747Imaginations on Hair • 7710 N. Crestline, Peoria •309.693.1944Jenerations Salon and Spa • 1301 W. Pioneer Pkwy., Peoria • 309.693.1800L. A. Tan • 7620 N. University, Peoria • 309.589.5700Natural Concepts Salon & Day Spa • 3408 Willow Knolls Rd., Peoria • 309.693.9850Raylene’s Total Salon Concepts • 7620 N. State Route 91, Peoria • 309.692.7700Reflections Tannery and Hair Salon 4732 N. Brandywine, Suite. 2, Peoria • 309.686.4120 8514 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria • 309.692.2100 9010 N. Allen Rd., Peoria • 309.693.9500 528 E. War Memorial Dr., Peoria • 309.685.8826Serenitee Spa & Salon •2250 E. Washington, East Peoria • 309.694.7770Serenity Day Spa • 1229 E. Duryea Ave., Peoria Heights • 309.645.6800Shear Magic Beauty Salon • 1304 W. Garfield Ave. Suite C., Bartonville • 309.697.1132

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Important NumbersEmergency needing IMMEDIATE attention 911Directory Assistance 411Poison Control 800.222.1222Animal Control 309.494.8911

Illinois State Police 309.383.2100Peoria Fire Department - Non-emergency 309.494.8700Peoria Police Department 309.673.4521

Methodist Medical Center 309.672.5522OSF Saint Francis Medical Center 309.655.2000Proctor Hospital 309.691.1000Peoria Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 309.676.0303Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce 309.676.0755Peoria City Hall 309.494.8500Peoria County Courthouse 309.477.2214Peoria Park District Police 309.686.3359Peoria Public Library 309.497.2000Peoria International Airport 309.697.8272

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the East Peoria Event Center4200 E. Washington, East Peoria309.698.4500www.epeventcenter.com

the Embassy Suites100 Conference Center Dr., East Peoria309.694.0200www.embassysuiteseastpeoria.com

the Holiday Inn City Centre500 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria309.674.2500 or 800.474.2501www.hipeoria.com

Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria800.727.2342www.par-a-dice.com

the Hotel Pére Marquette501 Main St., Peoria309.637.6500www.hotelperemarquette.com

ramada & Conference Center4400 N. Brandywine Dr., Peoria309.686.8000www.ramadapeoria.com

Mark twain Hotel & Packard Plaza211 NE. Adams St., Peoria309.636.6169www.packardplaza.com

radisson Hotel Peoria117 N. Western Ave., Peoria309.673.8040www.radisson.com/peoriail

the Gateway Building200 NE. Water St., Peoria309.689.3019www.peoriaparks.org/gateway/gateway.html

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