You didn’t have to be a psychologist to understand that Richard Louv was on to something. In 2005 in his book, “Last Child in the Woods,” he identified a condition caused by separation from nature. This separation from insects, bird…
New WCBU format is a fair and balanced alternative to WMBD’s right-wing nonsense
Steve Tarter’s column in the Feb. 26 Journal Star was about a woman who was so upset that public radio station WBCU shifted from classical music with some news to all news all the time, she dashed to the phone…
No Greater Love
by Ed Klein, Peoria, IL I’d like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to the Republican party for doing what few – if any – have been able to do before. What, you may well ask, is that?…
The Un-lived Life of Russell Stone a novelette, part four
Rachel is on the hunt to find out who called Mrs. Stone. Somehow, Mrs. Stone had learned of her husband’s death before Rachel called, which normally wouldn’t be an issue, but in the case of the Stone’s, it is far…
Sentimentality is my Specialty!
While walking through the subdivision, we maintain a steady commentary about current and former owners of each house. Living in the same neighborhood since 1977 means the list is long with familiar names and addresses. When our son and two…
West Peoria News for April 2011
Don’t forget to vote in the Consolidated Election on April 5th. Offices up for election are: mayor, city clerk, treasurer, and one alderman in each of the four wards. Candidates are: Mayor – Incumbent – James R. Dillon, City Clerk…
Musings for April 2011
There are two issues I’ve been thinking about this month. Both are really things that I can’t really change, but I can gripe about them. One is the lack of civility in our world mostly in the media. The other…
The Peoria Promise for the Community and the Students
by Beth Johnson, a Peoria Promise Board member Imagine a city where every public high school graduate was able to attend college and pursue their dreams. You don’t need to imagine, because Peoria Promise is turning those dreams into reality.…
Happenings for April 2011
through May 24 – Bookmobile every two weeks on Tuesdays at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Admission is free. The Bookmobile will be located in front of Flat Top Grill. April 2 – The not-for-profit…
Life Changes and Law Changes: Is Your Estate Plan Keeping up with Times?
The Proctor Health Care Foundation will host a free estate planning seminar on Thursday, April 7, from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in Classroom I of the Proctor Professional Building @ 5409 N. Knoxville Ave. The speaker, Ketra Mytich, is a well-known local…
Fred Astaire & Cyd Charisse to Play at the Apollo Theater in ‘The Band Wagon’
Legendary Hollywood song-and-dance man Fred Astaire stars as a Hollywood song-and-dance man persuaded to star in a Broadway musical at downtown Peoria’s nonprofit Apollo Theater on Saturday, April 9. “The Band Wagon,” which co-stars Cyd Charisse, was directed by Vincente…
Proctor Hospital Activities in April
Exciting New Lunch and Learn Sessions for Seniors Begin April 21 – The Counseling Center at Proctor Hospital presents FREE Brown Bag Lunch & Learn Wellness Series for Older Adults. This free series will feature health and lifestyle topics specifically…
1st Annual Peoria Women’s Club Spring Vendor Bazaar
ACE Entertainment & Event Management has teamed up with the Peoria Women’s Club to present a day of fun, learning and networking Saturday April 16th from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Held in the historic clubhouse of the Peoria Women’s…
Macaroni Kid celebrates one year in Peoria
Macaroni Kid, a free weekly e-newsletter and website that highlights events and activities for families in the community, is celebrating one year in Peoria. Under the stewardship of Melissa Hucal of West Peoria, Macaroni Kid has become a go-to source…
Methodist Offers Two Coffees with the Doctor in April
Methodist Medical Center is presenting two free programs for the public as part of its’ Coffee with the Doctors series. “Stamping out Stubborn Wounds” will be the topic of Coffee with the Doctor on April 26 from 10:00 a.m.- noon.…
Park District scheduled spring break activities for kids
The Peoria Park District has announced there will be four different Spring Break Camps available to area children. Camps will run April 4th – 8th. Proctor Spring Break Basketball Camp – Proctor Recreation Center offers a Spring Break Basketball Camp…
Peoria Jackson Hewitt TAX SERVICE® DARE TO COMPARE PROGRAM SAVES NEW CLIENTS $50 ON WHAT THEY PAID COMPETITION LAST YEAR
Peoria Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® announced Dare to Compare, a promotional program that encourages Peoria area taxpayers to try Jackson Hewitt® this tax season. With Dare to Compare, new clients who have their taxes prepared and filed at participating Peoria…
Folk Art Classes in April at Three Sisters Folk Art School
The April 2011 lineup of Folk Art classes runs from April 15 – 17th and features fun weekend-long workshops in woodcarving, rug hooking, sewing, jewelry making, and more! If you are looking for a relaxing get-away or want to learn…
Youth soccer skills camp sponsored by the Peoria Park District
Kids in grades K-5 can sign up for a three-day Youth Soccer Skills Camp at the Peoria Park District. This clinic, hosted by the Peoria Park District and Peoria Soccer Club, will work on dribbling, passing, shooting and ball handling.…
Softball league signups underway at Peoria Park District
Softball time is almost here and the Peoria Park District offers two different programs. Gather your friends and get a team together for Adult Slow-Pitch Softball. Get in the swing of things with this 14-game season starting April 11. Leagues…
Methodist Medical Center Mobile Mammography April 2011 Schedule
The following is the schedule for the Methodist Medical Center Mobile Mammography Van for the month of April 2011. April 1-Heartland Clinic-1701 W. Garden, Peoria April 4-Cherry Tree Shopping Center, Washington April 5-Methodist at Morton-1909 N. Morton, Morton April 6-Methodist…
Peoria Zoo welcomes hog babies
The Peoria Zoo has welcomed a new litter of Red River Hogs who were born March 19 at 6:00 a.m. This is the fourth successful litter born at the Zoo. The Zoo staff were able to determine the time of…