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    RIVERFRONT DISTRICT WEST MAIN STREET DISTRICT WAREHOUSE DISTRICT CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT

Week of September 13, 2009

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Peoria Pride Event
Peoria Pride Event

Inaugural Peoria Pride Event - Sunday, September 13, 2009 at The Landing on the Peoria Riverfront.

The theme for the Peoria Pride 2009 is A Bridge to Diversity.  the goal of this event is to not only build pride in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community, but also to reach out to friends, allies and the community at large.

For more information, visit www.PeoriaPride.com

 



Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock Excursion
Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock Excursion
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.  This excursion features two days of cruising along with an overnight  at the historic Starved Rock Lodge. For more information visit:wwwspiritofpeoria.com ...

Water Street Wines - Beer Dinner
Water Street Wines - Beer Dinner

Water Street is the Place
for Beer this Fall!
 

 Water Street is pleased to be able to host a
one-of-a-kind beer dinner here in our restaurant. 

Brian Van Zandbergen from the acclaimed
 Beer Importer Merchant Du Vin will be guiding us through five courses paired with select
examples from their portfolio.


Merchant Du Vin Beer Dinner
Wednesday September 16, 2009 6pm
 
Ayinger Oktoberfest-Märzen
Beer Braised Alligator
 
Lindemans Cuvée René Gueze
Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup
 
Samuel Smith Organic Cherry Ale
Compound Cherry Salad
 
Lindemans Cassis Lambic
Short Rib with a Currant reduction
 
Traquair Jacobite Ale
Cobbler

We have only 35 seats for this event, and we have presold many.  Please email me or call the café for more information or to make a reservation.

59.99pp or 52.99pp for our wine club members

 



Peoria Oktoberfest
Peoria Oktoberfest

The Peoria Park District and the German American Central Society are pleased to welcome back the annual German Festival, Oktoberfest for its 14th anniversary! This 3-day event showcases German heritage through song, dance, food, drink, cultural exhibits and much more. If polka music isnt your thing, enjoy an evening of mainstream music in the Oompah-Free Zone! This year promises to be better than ever, so be sure to check out the official schedule below. Dont miss the talented German bands and musicians on multiple stages, vendors, and much more! Put on your authentic German attire and head down to the RiverFront for a true cultural experience. For more information, please visit www.peoriagermans.net RiverFront Location: Festival Park, Marshall Plaza, CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing. Event hours: 5pm - 11pm (Day 1)

Cost: $7: adults / Ages 12 & under is FREE




 



Live at the Five Spot
Live at the Five Spot

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features Roundstone Buskers! (Irish Folk)

For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org

Admission is $7 for members ($10 for nonmembers), $6 for student & senior members ($9 for student & senior nonmembers). 16 & younger - $3.  Students with valid school ID & seniors age 65 & older.



Riverboat Radio Hour
Riverboat Radio Hour

Relive the days of live radio shows of the 1930's & 40's aboard the Spirit of Peoria!

$45 adult/$22.50 child 
Boarding:  6:30 p.m.  
Dinner:  7 p.m.
Cruise:  7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com

 



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Featuring: T-Bone Craig

Enjoy live music every weekend!   For a complete listing, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

The RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, fresh breads, flowers and much more!  Plus local art, live music and demonstrations each week.

Every Saturday morning, June - September, 8 a.m. - noon, in Liberty Park.

Don't miss our Chef Demonstrations the first and 3rd Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m.  For more information, entertainment schedule and great recipes, click here!

 



Peoria Oktoberfest
Peoria Oktoberfest

The Peoria Park District and the German American Central Society are pleased to welcome back the annual German Festival, Oktoberfest for its 14th anniversary! This 3-day event showcases German heritage through song, dance, food, drink, cultural exhibits and much more. If polka music isnt your thing, enjoy an evening of mainstream music in the Oompah-Free Zone! This year promises to be better than ever, so be sure to check out the official schedule below. Dont miss the talented German bands and musicians on multiple stages, vendors, and much more! Put on your authentic German attire and head down to the RiverFront for a true cultural experience. For more information, please visit www.peoriagermans.net RiverFront Location: Festival Park, Marshall Plaza, CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing. Event hours: 12pm - 11pm (Day 2)

Cost: $7: adults / Ages 12 & under is FREE


 



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Join the Captain and crew on Illinios' only authentic paddle-wheeler where kids and adults alike are fascinated by her tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel.  Trip includes Captain's Commentary.  Tickets may be purchased  at the dock one-hour prior to cruise up to departure time.

Board at 12:45PM / Cruise from l:00- 2:30PM

For prices and information visit: www.spiritofpeoria.com



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Featuring: Greg Williams

Enjoy live music every weekend!   For a complete listing, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz