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Week of June 26, 2005

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Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

The Kottemann Collection
The Kottemann Collection
Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

Summer Sightseeing Cruises
Summer Sightseeing Cruises

Riverboat 2005 Public Sightseeing Cruise Information

Paddle up the Illinois River Valley and relive the adventures of Mark Twain on the most beautiful paddlewheeler ever built. Trip includes Captain's commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one hour prior to cruise up to departure time.

Summer Sightseeing Cruises

  • Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 15 - August 24)
  • Saturdays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 4 - September 3)
  • Sundays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 5 - September 4)

    Adults (ages 13 through 54): $12
    Senior Citizens (age 55+): $10
    Children (ages 4 through 12): $7
    Children under 3: FREE
    Family Pack (2 adults and up to 4 children): $40
    concessions available.

    Availability Announcement:

    June 19 -- No sightseeing cruise due to special Father's Day Lunch!
    See our Themed Dinner Cruise page for more details



  • Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

    The Kottemann Collection
    The Kottemann Collection
    Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field
    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field

    Home game tonight!  Check www.peoriachiefs.com for times and the fireworks schedule!



    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

    The Kottemann Collection
    The Kottemann Collection
    Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field
    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field

    Home game tonight!  Check www.peoriachiefs.com for times and the fireworks schedule!



    Martinis Open Mic Night
    Martinis Open Mic Night
    Every Tuesday is Open Mic Night at Martinis On Water!  Paul Wettle and the Jazz Sensation welcome you onto the stage!

    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

    The Kottemann Collection
    The Kottemann Collection
    Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field
    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field

    Home game tonight!  Check www.peoriachiefs.com for times and the fireworks schedule!



    Summer Sightseeing Cruises
    Summer Sightseeing Cruises
    2005 Public Sightseeing Cruise Information 

    Paddle up the Illinois River Valley and relive the adventures of Mark Twain on the most beautiful paddlewheeler ever built. Trip includes Captain's commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one hour prior to cruise up to departure time.

    Summer Sightseeing Cruises

  • Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 15 - August 24)
  • Saturdays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 4 - September 3)
  • Sundays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 5 - September 4)

    Adults (ages 13 through 54): $12
    Senior Citizens (age 55+): $10
    Children (ages 4 through 12): $7
    Children under 3: FREE
    Family Pack (2 adults and up to 4 children): $40
    concessions available.

    Availability Announcement:

    June 19 -- No sightseeing cruise due to special Father's Day Lunch!
    See our Themed Dinner Cruise page for more details



  • Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides
    Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides

    Take a carriage ride on the Peoria RiverFront!

    Wed - Thurs - 7 - 10 pm

    Fri - Sat - 7pm - midnight

    Pick up points are the RiverFront Visitors Center and the Hotel Pere Marquette.



    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

    The Kottemann Collection
    The Kottemann Collection
    Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field
    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field

    Home game tonight!  Check www.peoriachiefs.com for times and the fireworks schedule!



    Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides
    Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides

    Take a carriage ride on the Peoria RiverFront!

    Fri - Sat - 7pm - midnight

    Pick up points are the RiverFront Visitors Center and the Hotel Pere Marquette.



    Jazz on the RiverFront
    Jazz on the RiverFront

    CEFCU Thursday night Jazz Series. Free admisssion.

    Tonight! - Kevin Hart - "The Vibe Tribe"



    Open Stage Night at RKMC!
    Open Stage Night at RKMC!
    Every Thurday is Open Stage Night with David McDonald at Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe!

    Kenny Chesney at the PCC!
    Kenny Chesney at the PCC!

    Kenny Chesney, CMA's reigning Entertainer of the Year, will bring his critically acclaimed high energy show to the Peoria Civic Center Arena on Thursday, June 30, 2005, at 7:30 p.m. Joining Chesney on stage will be country music sensation Gretchen Wilson and Pat Green. Tickets are $51 and $61.25 and go on sale Saturday, April 30, 2005, at 10 a.m. through ticketmaster.com, all outlets, including the Civic Center Box Office, or by phone at 309-676-8700.



    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

    The Kottemann Collection
    The Kottemann Collection
    Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

    Nikki Antosiak Exhibition - CAC Gallery II
    Nikki Antosiak Exhibition - CAC Gallery II
    The exhibit "Voices Of  Truth" will run through August 26th.For more information call the Contemporary Art Center - 674-6822 ...

    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field
    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field

    Home game tonight!  Check www.peoriachiefs.com for times and the fireworks schedule!



    Christian Concert
    Christian Concert
    details TBA

    Live at the 5 Spot
    Live at the 5 Spot

    Live music every Friday night at the CAC!

    Call 309-676-6822 to check out what's playing this week!

    www.peoriacac.org for details



    Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides
    Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides

    Take a carriage ride on the Peoria RiverFront!

    Fri - Sat - 7pm - midnight

    Pick up points are the RiverFront Visitors Center and the Hotel Pere Marquette.



    Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe
    Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe

    Live Music at RKMC!

    Tonight Cobalt Canopy



    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Preston Jackson Bronze Exhibition
    Gallery I at CAC (newly renamed the Preston Jackson Gallery!)Gallery Hours - 11 am - 5 pm Monday - SaturdayFor more info - 309-674-6822Preston Jackson's words -"In my work, I have used many representational images to symbolize and reflect how I interpret our behaviors. The process that I am involved with, which is foundry casting, plays an important part in communicating my ideas and philosophies. This is through patternmaking, moldmaking, and the birth of the object. The idea of reincarnation is a very important metaphor in the content of my art. The images on the exteriors of my works appear ...

    The Kottemann Collection
    The Kottemann Collection
    Opening Reception: June 10, 5:30 - 7:30pm Peoria Art GuildPeoria's George and Norma Kottemann graciously share with the community their amazing private art collection of very distinguished works by some of America's most important artists. Featured in the Beste Library Peoria Women in the Arts through 1970 This is a historical look at the work of Peoria's women artists organized by local author, Channy Lyons. Click here to learn more about Peoria Art Guild exhibits. Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 to 6, Friday-Saturday 10 to 5 $2 suggested gallery admission, Members are free ...

    Nikki Antosiak Exhibition - CAC Gallery II
    Nikki Antosiak Exhibition - CAC Gallery II
    The exhibit "Voices Of  Truth" will run through August 26th.For more information call the Contemporary Art Center - 674-6822 ...

    Peoria RiverFront Market
    Peoria RiverFront Market

    Join us at the Peoria RiverFront Market every Saturday morning 8 am - 12 noon across from the Illinois Antique Center at Liberty Park. 

    The RFM features all Illinois Grown, Illinois made products.  Fresh produce, live local music, handmade art and local demonstrations happen every week at the RFM!

    Come for the Market and stay for the day!  All RiverFront restaurants will be open, the shops too!

    Our return customers say this is the place to be with their families on Saturday morning!



    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field
    Peoria Chiefs Baseball at O'Brien Field

    Home game tonight!  Check www.peoriachiefs.com for times and the fireworks schedule!



    Country Night
    Country Night

    Details TBA



    "Spirit Of Peoria Public Sightseeing Cruise"
    "Spirit Of Peoria Public Sightseeing Cruise"

    2005 Public Sightseeing Cruise Information 

    Paddle up the Illinois River Valley and relive the adventures of Mark Twain on the most beautiful paddlewheeler ever built. Trip includes Captain's commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one hour prior to cruise up to departure time.

    Summer Sightseeing Cruises

  • Wednesdays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 15 - August 24)
  • Saturdays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 4 - September 3)
  • Sundays 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm (June 5 - September 4)

    Adults (ages 13 through 54): $12
    Senior Citizens (age 55+): $10
    Children (ages 4 through 12): $7
    Children under 3: FREE
    Family Pack (2 adults and up to 4 children): $40
    concessions available.

    Availability Announcement:

    June 19 -- No sightseeing cruise due to special Father's Day Lunch!
    See our Themed Dinner Cruise page for more details



  • Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides
    Carriage Classic - Horse Drawn rides

    Take a carriage ride on the Peoria RiverFront!

    Fri - Sat - 7pm - midnight

    Pick up points are the RiverFront Visitors Center and the Hotel Pere Marquette.