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Week of October 9, 2011

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Bark in the Park
Bark in the Park

On Sunday, October 9, 2011 dogs & their owners
will hightail it to the Peoria Riverfront for the Peoria
Humane Society’s 15th annual Bark in the Park. Hundreds
of paws & feet will walk for animals in our community.
Proceeds benefit humane education, low-cost spay/neuter,
cruelty rescue, volunteer, community awareness, adoption
programs and much more.

WHO’S INVITED

People who care about animals and want to spend a fun
day in the park with their best dog-friend, but you don’t
need a dog to participate!
WHEN & WHERE
Sunday, October 9, 2011 (rain or shine)
Festival Park – enter at the Gateway Building on Peoria’s
Riverfront, at Hamilton and Water.

REGISTRATION FEES

Advance Registration – $20 per dog (includes 1 person)
Event Day Registration – $25 per dog (includes 1 person)
• All dogs attending must be registered for the event.
• Each dog requires a separate registration form & fee.
• Only one dog per person.
• You can also register and participate without a dog!
• Each registrant receives a Bark t-shirt, bandanna, goodie
bag, souvenir photo & may bring one dog to the event.

ADMISSION NON-REGISTERED GUESTS

13 years and over – $5.00 per person
12 and under – FREE!

IMPORTANT TIMES

11:00 am – Registration & Check-in. Activities
begin: paw print painting, carnival games, exhibitors, raffles,
dog obedience demos, souvenir photos, food vendors &
more!
11:00-11:50 am – Mutt Show Sign-Up (at the stage)
12:00 pm – Great American Marvelous Mutt Show
1:00 pm – WALK BEGINS
2:30 pm – Raffle Drawings!

For more info, visit http://peoriahs.org/.

Sunday, October 9, 2011 at 11:00am
Festival Park , Peoria, Illinois


Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock Cruise
Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock Cruise
Peoria to Starved Rock This wonderful three-day, two-night trip includes relaxing days of cruising down the river, all-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—and more. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wilflife sightings, a tour of Starved Rock, and even a visit from Mark Twain! Lodging provided by the Starved Rock Lodge. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat! For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com ...

Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock to Peoria
Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock to Peoria

Starved Rock to Peoria

Our single-day cruises are essentially abbreviated versions of our multiple-day trips, just without the overnight lodging. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wilflife sightings, and more. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat!

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.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 Judy Page & Speak Easy!  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 Moonlight Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Moonlight Cruise

Enjoy Peoria’s evening skyline by the light of the moon. Live entertainment is included with your ticket for this 2 hour cruise. A cash bar is available. Ask about private deck rental at reduced rates—perfect for rehearsal dinners or class reunions!

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features:  Change-Up!

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



Spirit of Peoria Fall Foliage Bruch Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Fall Foliage Bruch Cruise

Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise

Are you a “leaf peeper?” Do you know one? Sit back while the Spirit of Peoria cruises between river valley bluffs brimming with fall color. Our 2 hour cruise features a hot lunch buffet, live entertainment and the best view of Illinois’ fall color.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



Spirit of Peoria Fall Foliage Bruch Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Fall Foliage Bruch Cruise

Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise

Are you a “leaf peeper?” Do you know one? Sit back while the Spirit of Peoria cruises between river valley bluffs brimming with fall color. Our 2 hour cruise features a hot lunch buffet, live entertainment and the best view of Illinois’ fall color.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



Spirit of Peoria Fall Foliage Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Fall Foliage Sightseeing Cruise

Fall Foliage Sightseeing Cruise

What better way to enjoy nature’s Fall colors than a sightseeing cruise on the Illinois River?

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at Peoria’s riverfront dock, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.

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

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features:  Dave Parkinson & Friends!

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