Step back in time aboard the Midwest's most unique and historic riverboat as it travels the Illinois River valley between Peoria and Starved Rock State Park.  The Spirit of Peoria is a full-blown replica of the nineteenth century riverboats that used to inhabit the nation's waterways.  Decorated in the "wedding cake" style, the Spirit mirrors a Mark Twain era riverboat, complete with an enormous 21-foot diameter paddle wheel! This excursion features two days of cruising along with an overnight at the historic Starved Rock Lodge.  Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the lodge offers rustic charm with modern conveniences. For more information ...

Yoga instruction for all levels ~ Classes held at the Contemporary Art Center, 305 SW Water Street

Monday: Beginning Yoga with Kandy 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. (free to Cancer survivors)
Wednesday:  Beginning Yoga with Teresa 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
Saturday :  All Levels with Kirsten 8:00 - 9:15 a.m.

Drop in fee $10 ~ 5 class punch card $40

For more information call 645-7762 or visit www.yoganetwork.org/Downtownyoga

 

 

Peoria Area Community Events (PACE) is proud to present the 2008 Steamboat Festival. This annual event features fun for the whole family with food, games, carnival rides, music, and much more. The first evening of this three day festival will feature a musical headliner on the CEFCU Center Stage who will be announced soon...For further details on this event, visit the PACE website at www.peoriaevents.com.

Location: Festival Park, Marshall Plaza, and
CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing.

Peoria Area Community Events (PACE) is proud to present the 2008 Steamboat Festival. This annual event features fun for the whole family with food, games, carnival rides, music, and much more. The second day of this three day festival is full of non-stop activities and entertainment. Stay tuned for the announcement of tonight’s musical headliner on the CEFCU Center Stage...For further details on this event, visit the PACE website at www.peoriaevents.com. RiverFront Event Location: Festival Park, Marshall Plaza, CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing. Event Hours: 12pm - 12am

Cost : free before 6pm / Admission after 6pm TBD

Enjoy the Contemporary Art Center's Live at the Five Spot every Friday evening 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.  This week features the blues music of Rob Williams & the Soggy Bottom Blues Band!

Admission:  $7 for members, $10 for non-members, $6 for student & senior members, $9 for student & senior non-members, $3 for 16 years & younger.

For additional information, visit www.peoriacac.org

Tropical Rock & Roll for Your Soul ~ Jimmy Buffet Night

June 13 & August 15
$35/person (21 and over only)

7 p.m. - 11 p.m. with Dockside Cookout
Cruise: 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Advanced reservation and payment is necessary for all theme cruises.  Call 800-676-8988 or visit www.spiritofpeoria.com for more information.

 

Featuring Doran and The Soul Mystics.  For more information, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz or call 676-9668.

Peoria Area Community Events (PACE) is proud to present the 2008 Steamboat Festival. This annual event features fun for the whole family with food, games, carnival rides, music, and much more. The third and final day of this festival begins after the annual Steamboat Classic Race (see www.ivs.org) and is full of non-stop activities and entertainment. Stay tuned for the announcement of tonight’s musical headliner on the CEFCU Center Stage...For further details on this event, visit the PACE website at www.peoriaevents.com. RiverFront Event Location: Festival Park, Marshall Plaza, CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing.  Cost : free before 6pm / Admission after ...

Downtown Peoria - Foot of Hamilton Blvd, Peoria
Cost : *see www.ivs.org for race entry cost

The Illinois Valley Striders bring the world’s fastest 4-mile and toughest 15K back to Peoria for the 2008 Steamboat Classic. This year’s race again coincides with the Steamboat Festival along the RiverFront. Further details to come...For more info, visit the Illinois Valley Striders website at www.ivs.org.

Join us for an invigorating morning on the RiverFront...

Choose from a great selection of fresh Illinois-grown produce, local meats, cheeses, breads, fresh flowers & herbs!  Browse through booths full of local art including pottery, jewelry, blown glass, wood-turned items and more - all created by artists right here in Central Illinois.  Plus live music by local musicians every Saturday morning!  It's a great family  friendly morning you'll not want to miss!  Don't forget to save time for breakfast or lunch at one our our fun RiverFront restaurants.

For information on becoming a vendor, please call 671-5555.

Featured Entertainment
~ August & September 2008 ~

August  9        Music by David McDonald
                         10:00 Chef Sally Davis Cooking Demo "In Praise of Tomatos"
                         The American Red Cross

August 16        Music by Barry Cloyd
                           Free yoga practice with Heading OM - 9:00 a.m.
                           Free Health Screenings at the Methodist Well Mobile 
 
 August 23       Music by Mike Cheeseman
                           Peoria Area Storytellers Guild  9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
                              in the gazebo
                           The American Red Cross

August 30        Music by Sullivan & Burton
                           Fun on the Run Inflatable

September 6   Music by Joe Couri
                           Grandparents Day at the Market
                                sponsored by the Peoria Park District
                                The first 100 grandparents receive a free cup of coffee                                                         and grandkids get an apple!
                              Free Health Screenings at the Methodist Well Mobile

September 13   Music by David McDonald
                              Peoria Area StoryTellers Guild (9:30 & 10:30 a.m.)

September 20   Music by Paul Weddle
                               Free Health Screenings at the Methodist Well Mobile
                               We welcome Chef Sally's Cullinary Tour to the Market

September 27      Music by the Peoria Pops Swing Band
                                Fun on the Run Inflatable
                                Drum Circle - 10:00 a.m.

 

Featuring The Governor.  For more information, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz or call 676-9668.

Peoria Pirates take on Quad City Steamwheelers at the Peoria Civic Center for Red, White and Blue Night.

For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriapiratesaf2.com.