Join us at the Peoria Zoo on Sunday, June 9 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. for an early Father’s Day treat! We’ll have ice cream floats, animal encounters and scheduled talks throughout the Zoo. Space is limited, so call to…
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Park District offers basic beading class
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The Peoria Park District’s Basic Beading class on Saturday, June 1 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at Free to Bead teaches participants 12+ how to create beautiful strung bracelets, necklaces, and earrings. Cost is $18/residents, $24/non-residents. Register using code 55701.…
National Night Out Against Crime is Aug. 5 in Peoria
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Tuesday, August 6th, is the 30th anniversary of National Night Out Against Crime (NNO). Night Out is held each year to celebrate neighborhoods and to foster positive relationships between residents, businesses, City staff, and the police. In Peoria, neighborhood associations…
June book clubs at the Peoria Public Library
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Join a book club at Peoria Public Library this month. New members are always welcome! Book ‘Em Mystery Book Club will meet on Sunday, June 16 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview Branch to discuss Blood Ties by Sharon Sala. Sala…
Tips for mailbox maintenence
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It’s the time of year when many residents spruce up their homes and yards, and since May is designated as Mailbox Improvement Month, it’s also a good time to check your mailbox. Customer Relations Coordinator Rebecca Brummitt said, “Neat, attractive,…
How to avoid tick-born ilnesses
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As the weather warms up and people spend more time outdoors, it’s important to take precautions against tick bites and the illnesses they can carry; like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, tularemia and ehrlichiosis. Tickborne diseases can cause mild…
Have Your Child Bake with the B.O.S.S.’
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The Peoria Park District’s Baking with the B.O.S.S. class for children ages 5-16 takes place at the Christian Center on Saturday, June 1 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Cost is $35/residents, $43/non-residents. Register using code 56551. Taught by Cookie Shack…
Wiggle Away Your Middle with Hoop Fitness
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The Peoria Park District’s 50 Rock program for active 50+ individuals is offering Hoop Fitness on Tuesdays, June 4 – 24 at 4:30 p.m. at Franciscan Rec Complex. Cost is $20; register using code 56181. Use specially designed hula hoops…
Koehler announces genetically engineered food labeling hearings
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Earlier this year, State Senator Dave Koehler (D-Peoria) introduced legislation that would require companies to label genetically engineered foods. Knowing that both companies that produce food and health advocacy groups had major concerns about the proposal, he chose to avoid…
The 2013 Grand Tour of Homes will be on May 19th
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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…