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PEORIA — The Salvation Army is holding its annual Bear Tea today at the Corps Community Center at 2903 W. Nebraska in Peoria. Each year, new teddy bears are purchased by The Salvation Army and dressed by volunteers who donate their time and materials.

The teddy bears will be judged according to various categories with awards given during the “Bear Tea” today, Wednesday morning at The Salvation Army Corps Community Center at 2903 W. Nebraska. Dress categories include bridal, sports, business wear, storybook, holiday, historical, night time, formal/party wear, and knit/crochet.

The award-winning teddy bears will be sold through a silent auction to benefit the programs and services of The Salvation Army. The remaining teddy bears will be given to area children as Christmas gifts through The Salvation Army Christmas Toy Shop program in December.

For more information, contact Rich Draeger at 253-9909 or 655-1348.