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Week of August 14, 2011

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Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



India Fest
India Fest
The Peoria Park District and the Indo American Society are proud to present India Fest at The CEFCU Center Stage. Join Peoria's Asian-Indian community in celebration of the best in Indian culture & cuisine. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this vibrant culture with all your friends at The RiverFront! Admission: $5/Adults, $3/Teens (age 13-18), Free for ages 12 & under.
 
 
Sunday, August 14 · 4:00pm - 10:00pm

 
CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing
200 NE Water Street
Peoria, IL

 



Yonder Mountain String Band
Yonder Mountain String Band

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment presents Yonder Mountain String band live on Peoria's RiverFront at the CEFCU Center Stage. Don't miss this performance on Tuesday, August 16 with gates opening at 7pm, showtime at 8pm. For pricing and ticket information, please visit www.jaytv.com.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at 7:00pm
CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing, Peoria, IL


Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



Friday Night Water Street Fiesta
Friday Night Water Street Fiesta

The 300 Block of Water Street Comes ALIVE Every Friday!
June - September ~~  5 - 10 p.m.

Cool Festival Vendors ~ Great Food ~ Eclectic Live Entertainment!

"Build Your Own" Taco Bar & Margaritas!

Visit www.waterstreetfiesta.com



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 Pink Sushi! 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).  Students with valid school ID & seniors age 65 & older.

Live at the Five Spot followed by Salsa lessons and dancing on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month and Swing lessons and dancing on the 4th Friday of each month~  8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.  Visit www.peoriacac.org for more details.



Spirit of Peoria Riverlife Gospel Dinner Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Riverlife Gospel Dinner Cruise

Riverlife Gospel Dinner Cruise

Celebrating their 16th year, Riverlife dinner cruises combine quality family-oriented entertainment and great food with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. Musical styles and guest speakers vary with each cruise. Riverlife cruises are sponsored by Hands of Love Ministry.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



JammSammich
JammSammich

It wouldn’t be summer without JammSammich on Peoria’s RiverFront! The Peoria Park District and 93.3 The Drive welcome a hometown favorite, sure to wow you with their repertoire of Motown, disco, funk, pop, 80’s, and rock! You can’t go wrong with JammSammich so join us at the CEFCU Center Stage!

Gates open at 7:30pm, Admission $7/Adult. Food will be available from Meat-N-Place & The Landing Bar will be open to serve your favorite Budweiser products and ice cold Pepsi.

 



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

The RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, cheeses, 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!



Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend featuring Ted Nugent
Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend featuring Ted Nugent

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment presents Peoria's Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend. Be a part of Illinois' largest motorcycle festival as we celebrate the running of the Grand National TT Motorcycle Races. The day includes loads of activities, including a motorcycle parade, antique & custom bike shows, great vendors, stunt shows, live music, great food and plenty of ice cold Budweiser.

Musical line up includes South Side Cindy & the Sliptones, B'Driven and headliner Ted Nugent!  For further details and ticket information, please visit www.jaytv.com/grandnationals.



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com