Newsbriefs

The Grand Tour of Homes is proud to present some of Peoria’s fine historical and architectural heritage on the 2013 Grand Tour. On Sunday, May 19h 2013, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. the general public is invited to tour seven West Bluff homes and the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Hall...
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The District 150 Board voted to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with Peoria Public Library at a recent board meeting, an action taken by the Peoria Public Library Board on April 16. The agreement recognizes that Peoria Public Library and District 150 have a shared vision and common goals and calls upon administrators, decision-makers, staff and...
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The Peoria Park District (PPD) Volunteer Department is pleased to announce that twenty-two of its most generous volunteers will receive the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. The President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation, formed in 2003 by former President George W. Bush, recognizes volunteers around the nation. Those volunteers who give the most of their...
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Peoria Players Theatre announces auditions for the Summer Youth Theatre production of All Shook Up directed by Jeremy Kelly. Inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley, this musical features such classics as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” & “Don’t Be Cruel.” Auditions will be held at Peoria Players on Saturday, May 18 from 4:00...
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alonetogether Grief Support Group – Mondays from 4:30-6:00 p.m. – alonetogether is a grief support group, open to the community, that meets Mondays from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in Group Room 4 of the Counseling Center at Proctor Hospital. If you are experiencing grief from loss of a loved one, divorce or separation, loss of...
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A distinctive conference exploring how authentic women lead will teach busy professionals how to be more engaging, motivating, and inspiring leaders in the community. The conference, to be held Thursday, May 9th at the Par-a-dice Hotel & Casino in East Peoria, will offer women the option of attending a Corporate Track or an Entrepreneur...
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The Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Illinois is holding its monthly networking opportunity for central Illinois women on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Wine Country. Women’s Fund First Tuesdays – May 7, 2013 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wine Country, 4600 North Prospect Rd., Peoria Heights, IL 61616 About Women’s Fund: Join local...
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Hike Forest Park With 50 Rock! The Peoria Park District’s 50 Rock program for active 50+ individuals is hiking Forest Park Nature Center this summer with experienced trainers. Choose from: • Mondays starting May 6 at 5:30 p.m. • Tuesdays and Thursdays starting May 7 at 8:00 a.m. • Saturdays (alternating) starting May 11 at 9:00 a.m. Cost is...
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Many Peoria County water wells have been exposed to flood waters which can pose a public health hazard. Flood waters carry contaminants such as parasites, bacteria, and viruses from backed up septic systems and other sources. All wells exposed to flood waters need to be tested prior to use to help ensure the water...
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Sponsor a child’s stipend. The cost of stipends is approximately $80 – $120 per child. · Donate vegetable & flower plants, garden stakes, twine, gardening gloves, hoes, hand trowels, extra strength trash bags, and watering cans. · Volunteer to help children garden. · Give a few hours each week during June and July to help tutor...
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