The Children’s Home is sponsoring an informational meeting for anyone interested in making a difference in the life of a child by becoming a foster parent. The meeting will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2013 from 5:30 – 6:30…
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“A Night with the Hit King,” Pete Rose – Legendary Baseball Icon will visit Peoria
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The Proctor Health Care Foundation will host “A Night with the Hit King” on Sat., October 5 at 6:00 p.m. at the Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette. The new event includes dinner, an exciting Q & A session with Pete Rose,…
UNITYPOINT HEALTH – METHODIST AND PROCTOR TO FORM ONE HEALTH SYSTEM
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Officials of UnityPoint Health Methodist and Proctor in Peoria have signed an affiliation agreement to form one health system. The affiliation of the hospital campuses, outpatient clinics and other sites of care will create a stronger, broader system of care…
Newcomers’ Club to Host 37th Annual Auction & Luncheon to Benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital October 16th
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The Newcomers’ Club of Greater Peoria would like to invite you to attend our 37th Annual Auction and Luncheon to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at EastPort Banquet Center, 703 Mariner’s…
October Book Clubs at 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, October 20 at 2:00 p.m. at Lakeview Branch to discuss Miracle Cure by Harlan Coben. The…
Veterans Housing Needs Focus For New Local Organization
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Helping veterans in the Tri-County area with small home repairs is the focus of the Illinois Valley Fuller Center for Housing (IVFCH), a not-for-profit organization incorporated in June and affiliated with The Fuller Center for Housing, an organization working to…
The Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Illinois Announces its October First Tuesday event at the Contemporary Art Center
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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, October 1, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Contemporary Art Center. Join local area women who are passionate…
Peoria Players semi-annual Vintage Clothing & Collectibles Oct 19
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Costume Mistress Bonnie Larson will hold her semi-annual Vintage Clothing & Collectibles Sale on Saturday, October 19 from 8:00 am to noon in the Peoria Players lobby. Many unique and hard-to-find collectibles, along with clothing and costumes from all eras…
Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to Peoria Players
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to Peoria Players for more midnight madness! Join us for this Peoria tradition. The movie will play on the big screen while the live performers act along onstage. Dress as your favorite character and…
Gordon-Booth legislation makes it harder to committ frauid
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A new law backed by state Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, will help fraud and abuse in state programs by punishing anyone who participates in Medicaid fraud. “Medicaid is an important program that provides assistance to people who cannot afford it…