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Nationally known sculptor and artist, Preston Jackson, a sculpture professor emeritus at the Art Institute of Chicago, has recently been named an artist-in-residence at Bradley University’s Inland Visual Studies Center. The Inland Visual Studies Center is a program dedicated to studying the Midwestern influences on visual art, culture and music. As an artist-in-residence, Jackson mentors...
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The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce is coordinating a business and tourism trip to China. Businesses must think globally to stay competitive in today’s marketplace. Advancements in technology have made it so anyone can conduct global business from anywhere at any time, so having an understanding of international business can be an asset to...
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Methodist Hospice Services is offering “Grief Camp for Grownups,” a free public seminar on grief Monday, July 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Methodist counselors and social workers will be on hand to provide tips on handling grief as well as provide an opportunity to share experiences and challenges with others dealing with loss. The seminar...
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If you have questions about diabetes or treatments available, Methodist Medical Center is offering another in a series of “Coffee with the Doctors” on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 on “Controlling Diabetes for Life & the Unique Needs of Senior Diabetics.” The program runs from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. This free public forum features Ryan Walsh,...
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Ten county farm bureaus and Proctor Hospital have again partnered and are pleased to announce the 2010 Outstanding Young Farmer Award. This annual awards program supports and promotes the health, safety, community involvement and leadership of young farmers, acknowledging their achievement in agriculture. Proctor’s Outstanding Young Farmer Award is presented in Bureau, Fulton, Henry, Knox,...
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Sign up is from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. at BG’s Saloon in Bartonville. This is a 145 mile motorcycle ride that stops in El Paso, Streator, Lacon, and East Peoria. Last stop is back at BG’s Bar in Bartonville at 7:00 p.m. Prize giveaways will be held starting at 7:15 p.m. All proceeds are...
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Keep Peoria Beautiful was the recipient of a grant from the Illinois EPA. With these grant funds the attractive landscaped areas created last year at the entrance/exit ramps of I-74 by Northwoods Mall along Sterling Avenue were added to. The project was enhanced by installing more flowers, native grasses, flowering shrubs, and evergreens. Additional...
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These FREE events are for both members (those insured) and non-members. It is located at 7915 N. Hale, Peoria, IL 61615. For more information, please call:  (309) 691-1677 July   1 — 1:00 Game:  Rummikub (pronounced “rummy cube”) July   2 — 1:00 Wii Bowling & Rootbeer Floats July   6 — 1:00 Movie:  “The African Queen” (1951) July   7 —...
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Christmas in July @ McClure Branch Library Keep cool in the hottest weather by enjoying icy movies, winning gifts and sharing the spirit of giving at McClure Branch with a month of free special events. · From July 1-15 put your name in the drawing to win one of two family Christmas baskets of goodies. Winners...
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Anger Management Group – The Anger Management Group of the Counseling Center at Proctor Hospital will be on July 14th. Co-facilitators for the Group are Pamela Shuck-Hoehne, MA, NCC, LCPC, RDDP and Kellie E. Branch-Dircks, MSW, LCSW, therapists with the Counseling Center. Participants of the eight-week course will meet from 6:30 -8:00 p.m. at...
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