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Grand National Weekend
Grand National Weekend
Every year, thousands of people just like you come to Peoria's Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend and have a great time! And this year it will be NO different. With awesome music from this year headliners Johnny Winter and Edgar Winter topping a day of great live entertainment, this all-day event Saturday, August 20th, is the greatest warm-up for the Grand-Daddy of all TT races, the Grand Nationals TT Races. And, while the racers are serious about winning in the points standing, we are serious about providing you with the most astounding weekend you could imagine.Beginning with the Motorcycle Parade for Charity, ...

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 ...

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



  • Aesthetic Underground
    Aesthetic Underground

    Poetry, Prose, Plays, Music all at the CAC every Sunday.

    www.peoriacac.org for more info.



    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 ...

    Downtown Yoga
    Downtown Yoga

    The Downtown Yoga studio is located in the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, which is located in the Riverfront Arts Center in downtown Peoria.  The art-covered walls, hardwood floors, beautiful riverfront views and overall ambiance of the space provide for a wonderful yoga experience.  Downtown Yoga focuses on Hatha yoga and currently offers a variety of different classes. Six yoga instructors lead classes of various levels. Trish Needham, Sheila Hanson, Jennifer Robin, Heather Klaus and Emily Coultas teach classes tailored to all levels.  Jeanne Perino teaches BreathWalk classes.

                For more information call 645-7762



    Music Together of Peoria
    Music Together of Peoria
    Thousands of parents have experienced this musical awakening and have found - or rediscovered - great satisfaction and joy in making music with their children. Twelve children ages birth through 5 and their parents or caregivers (nanny, grandparent, babysitter) meet for 45 minutes each week for 10 weeks (summer semester is 8 weeks) to experience new songs, chants, small and large motor movement activities, and instrumental jam sessions. Led by a teacher with early childhood music skills, families are guided through an informal but thoroughly engaging music experience. Music Together® is based on the premise that all children are inherently ...

    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 ...

    Music Together of Peoria
    Music Together of Peoria

    Twelve children ages birth through 5 and their parents or caregivers (nanny, grandparent, babysitter) meet for 45 minutes each week for 10 weeks (summer semester is 8 weeks) to experience new songs, chants, small and large motor movement activities, and instrumental jam sessions. Led by a teacher with early childhood music skills, families are guided through an informal but thoroughly engaging music experience.

    Music Together® is based on the premise that all children are inherently musical. Our goal is to nurture your child's natural enthusiasm for music and movement during the early childhood years when, as with language learning, musical aptitude is at the critical stage of most rapid growth.


    One of the delights of becoming involved in our program is discovering or re-discovering your own relationship to music. You may find that you love to sing, or you may discover that the classes provide you with just the opportunity you need to get out an old instrument you haven't played in years. Thousands of parents have experienced this musical awakening and have found - or rediscovered - great satisfaction and joy in making music with their children.

    Classes on Tuesdays - 9:30 am, 10:30 am amd 6:30 pm

    For more information call Julie  - 309.370.4669



    Downtown Yoga
    Downtown Yoga

    The Downtown Yoga studio is located in the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, which is located in the Riverfront Arts Center in downtown Peoria.  The art-covered walls, hardwood floors, beautiful riverfront views and overall ambiance of the space provide for a wonderful yoga experience.  Downtown Yoga focuses on Hatha yoga and currently offers a variety of different classes. Six yoga instructors lead classes of various levels. Trish Needham, Sheila Hanson, Jennifer Robin, Heather Klaus and Emily Coultas teach classes tailored to all levels.  Jeanne Perino teaches BreathWalk classes.

    For more information call 645-7762



    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!

    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 ...

    Downtown Yoga
    Downtown Yoga

    The Downtown Yoga studio is located in the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, which is located in the Riverfront Arts Center in downtown Peoria.  The art-covered walls, hardwood floors, beautiful riverfront views and overall ambiance of the space provide for a wonderful yoga experience.  Downtown Yoga focuses on Hatha yoga and currently offers a variety of different classes. Six yoga instructors lead classes of various levels. Trish Needham, Sheila Hanson, Jennifer Robin, Heather Klaus and Emily Coultas teach classes tailored to all levels.  Jeanne Perino teaches BreathWalk classes.

    For more information call 645-7762



    Music Together of Peoria
    Music Together of Peoria

    Thousands of parents have experienced this musical awakening and have found - or rediscovered - great satisfaction and joy in making music with their children.

    Twelve children ages birth through 5 and their parents or caregivers (nanny, grandparent, babysitter) meet for 45 minutes each week for 10 weeks (summer semester is 8 weeks) to experience new songs, chants, small and large motor movement activities, and instrumental jam sessions. Led by a teacher with early childhood music skills, families are guided through an informal but thoroughly engaging music experience. Music Together® is based on the premise that all children are inherently musical. Our goal is to nurture your child's natural enthusiasm for music and movement during the early childhood years when, as with language learning, musical aptitude is at the critical stage of most rapid growth. One of the delights of becoming involved in our program is discovering or re-discovering your own relationship to music. You may find that you love to sing, or you may discover that the classes provide you with just the opportunity you need to get out an old instrument you haven't played in years.

    Wednesday classes are at 10 am and 11 am

    For more information call Julie - 309.370.4669



    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



  • 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!



    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 ...

    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 - Todd Kelly Quartet



    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!



    Erin Feis
    Erin Feis
    Elevation - U2 Tribute Erin Feis 2004Peoria's Irish Festival on the Riverfrontdowntown Peoria at Water St and Hamilton Blvd.August 27, 28 & 29Admission Fees: Adults $6.00 - 3 Day Pass $10.00 Children under 12 $3.00; 3 and under, Free.Sunday is Wee Folks Day - all children under 12 $1.00 with parentAdvance sales at the Peoria Civic Center box officeor on ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com)Erin Feis 2004 - Hotel Special$62 plus taxes at Peoria Castle Hotel ( formerly Jumer's Hotel)listed under Erin Feis 2004 - group number 27663reservation must be made by August 13th.Phone 1-800-285-8637 or 309-673-8040 ...

    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 ...

    Judy Weiss Exhibition Gallery I at CAC
    Judy Weiss Exhibition Gallery I at CAC
    Colorful impressionistic landscapes in pastels, oils ans acrylic.Call CAC for more info - 676-6822 ...

    Downtown Yoga
    Downtown Yoga

    The Downtown Yoga studio is located in the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, which is located in the Riverfront Arts Center in downtown Peoria.  The art-covered walls, hardwood floors, beautiful riverfront views and overall ambiance of the space provide for a wonderful yoga experience.  Downtown Yoga focuses on Hatha yoga and currently offers a variety of different classes. Six yoga instructors lead classes of various levels. Trish Needham, Sheila Hanson, Jennifer Robin, Heather Klaus and Emily Coultas teach classes tailored to all levels.  Jeanne Perino teaches BreathWalk classes.

    For more information call 645-7762



    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



    Rock never Stops Tour at Peoria Civic Center
    Rock never Stops Tour at Peoria Civic Center

    The Rock Never Stops Tour featuring Cinderella, Ratt, Quiet Riot and FireHouse will play at the Peoria Civic Center Arena on Friday, August 26, 2005, at 7 p.m.

    Tickets are $30.50 and $35.50 and go on sale Monday, July 25, 2005, at 10 a.m. through the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge by phone at 309-676-8700 or online at ticketmaster.com. The Rock Never Stops Tour features amazing live performances by Cinderella, Ratt, Quiet Riot and FireHouse, all popular heavy metal bands from the '80s and '90s.



    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.



    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!



    Erin Feis
    Erin Feis
    Elevation - U2 Tribute Erin Feis 2004Peoria's Irish Festival on the Riverfrontdowntown Peoria at Water St and Hamilton Blvd.August 27, 28 & 29Admission Fees: Adults $6.00 - 3 Day Pass $10.00 Children under 12 $3.00; 3 and under, Free.Sunday is Wee Folks Day - all children under 12 $1.00 with parentAdvance sales at the Peoria Civic Center box officeor on ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com)Erin Feis 2004 - Hotel Special$62 plus taxes at Peoria Castle Hotel ( formerly Jumer's Hotel)listed under Erin Feis 2004 - group number 27663reservation must be made by August 13th.Phone 1-800-285-8637 or 309-673-8040 ...

    Judy Weiss Exhibition Gallery I at CAC
    Judy Weiss Exhibition Gallery I at CAC
    Colorful impressionistic landscapes in pastels, oils ans acrylic.Call CAC for more info - 676-6822 ...

    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!



    Downtown Yoga - then come to the RFM!
    Downtown Yoga - then come to the RFM!

    The Downtown Yoga studio is located in the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, which is located in the Riverfront Arts Center in downtown Peoria.  The art-covered walls, hardwood floors, beautiful riverfront views and overall ambiance of the space provide for a wonderful yoga experience.  Downtown Yoga focuses on Hatha yoga and currently offers a variety of different classes. Six yoga instructors lead classes of various levels. Trish Needham, Sheila Hanson, Jennifer Robin, Heather Klaus and Emily Coultas teach classes tailored to all levels.  Jeanne Perino teaches BreathWalk classes.

    For more information call 645-7762



    "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.



    Chrys Yvette's A Woman's Worth at PCC
    Chrys Yvette's A Woman's Worth at PCC

    Serenity Filmworks presents Chrys Yvette's hit inspirational stage play, "A Woman's Worth," coming to the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday, August 27, 2005, at 8 p.m.

     Tickets are $20.50, $26.50 and $29.50 and go on sale Friday, July 22, 2005, at 10 a.m. through the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge by phone at 309-676-8700, online at ticketmaster.com, and at Berean Book Store (Evergreen Shopping Center) and Smo-King Pit (Northwoods Mall). "A Woman's Worth" is an inspirational stage play about surviving the hardships of love, redefining your role and place in relationships, regaining peace of mind, and discovering true happiness. The star-studded cast includes Dorien Wilson (Professor Oglevee from the hit television series "The Parkers"), gospel singer Ann Nesby (from the hit movie "The Fighting Temptations" and former lead singer for the acclaimed recording gospel artists "The Sounds of Blackness"), and Jacqueline Jetter and Ron Vails.