Artists had worked in the Normandy village of Giverny since the early nineteenth century, but between 1887 and World War I, it blossomed as an international art colony thanks largely to a flood of American artists. Three successive waves of arrivals each pictured the village, its surroundings, and the rural life it supported in distinctive ways that illustrate the evolution of Impressionism in American art. This lecture examines the colorful work and the lives of the Americans in Giverny over a quarter century. 

Dr. Greenhouse is a Chicago-based art historian specializing in American art of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. She received her BA in History from Yale University, an MS in Library and Information Science from Simmons College, and her PhD in the History of Art from Yale.​

Social time at the Peoria Riverfront Museum begins at 9:30 am with the lecture from 10:00-11:00 am.  Everyone is welcome.
​Tickets at the door:  Adults: $12 / Students $5

For more info: http://www.fineartssociety.net/our-next-program.html

The Cubs Trophy Tour, presented by State Farm, is coming to Peoria to give fans the opportunity to see and take photos with the 2016 World Series Trophy. The trophy will be at the Peoria Civic Center Ballroom, located on the 4th floor of the facility.

Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 1:30 - 3 p.m. 

 

The Peoria Civic Center is located at 201 S.W. Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL 61602.  This event is free and open to the public; however, the trophy will be removed from the building around 3 p.m.

 

The Peoria Civic Center Marquee entrance doors will open at 8 a.m., at which time fans will be allowed inside as capacity allows. Fans wishing to arrive earlier than 8 a.m. are asked to line up outside of the Marquee entrance doors, click here for access map.

 

The Trophy will be here for a limited time only and thus not everyone in line is guaranteed a chance to see it. The first 500 fans will receive a wristband to ensure their opportunity to view the trophy. Additional fans will be accommodated if time permits.

Fans and visitors can park in the Peoria Civic Center Marquee and Fulton lots at no charge. Overflow parking is available throughout downtown Peoria. Click here for a parking map .  Accessible parking is available in the Peoria Civic Center lots and in surrounding parking decks.

 

All trophy and event related questions should be referred to Chicago Cubs Fan Services at 1-800-THE-CUBS or 1-888-THE-CUBS. For the full schedule and official Trophy Tour website visit http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/chc/fan_forum/trophy-tour/

 

What To Expect at the Event:

We appreciate all fans and the time one takes to visit the World Series trophy. Unfortunately, the Trophy can only be in Peoria for a limited time and we cannot guarantee everyone in line will see the trophy. Event hosts will try to keep you informed about your chances to see the Trophy as we see the progress of the line and learn how many fans time will allow.

 

- Please be patient and courteous to those around you in line.

- Please plan to have everyone from your party wait in line together.

- Public restrooms are available; you may leave your place in line and return if needed.

- Keep all coats, chairs, blankets, purses and other personal belongings with you at all times. The Chicago Cubs or the Peoria Civic Center are NOT responsible for lost items.

 

Once you are near the Trophy:

- Take off your coat, hat, purse. Anything you do not want in the photo can be handed to a staff person who will bring it to the other side of the room and you can pick it up on your way out.

- You may take an individual photo or a group photo but not both. If a group, only one camera/ cell phone will be used.

- Turn your flash off.

- Turn your zoom off.

 

Thank you in advance for helping to make this historical celebration a success!

Since 1996, the March Madness Experience™, a family-oriented extravaganza of fun, interactive games, historical exhibits and good times, has been an integral part of the Boys State Finals  in Peoria. Just across the concourse from the tournament action at Carver Arena, the March Madness Experience fills up the Peoria Civic Center's huge Exhibition Hall. It's free to fans who have game tickets, and just $2 for everyone else. Once inside, there's no charge for any of the attractions. So mark your calendar and make a date to visit and enjoy Boys State Finals and the March Madness Experience in Peoria. For more info: www.ihsa.org/SportsActivities/MarchMadnessExperience.aspx ...

IHSA March Madness is coming to Peoria, and for the first time ever, we're opening our sightseeing cruise season early just for the occasion! Join us March 10, 11, 17, or 18. These cruises are an 1.5 hours-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, 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. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available.

www.spiritofpeoria.com

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features Cousin Eddie. For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org

Admission is $8 for members ($12 for nonmembers), $7 for student & senior members ($11 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 ~  8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.  Visit www.peoriacac.org for more details.

The Waterhouse, in the MAXAM Building on the 1st floor in the BROADWAY LOUNGE : 316 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL - 

Howlin' on Water! Cost for dinner and show is $40pp plus tax! Doors open at 6p, with the dinner buffet available at 6:45p, Dessert/Coffee service follows, and the Show is from 8p-11p. Seats go on sale beginning 12/13! Call 309-494-9100 or go HERE to buy your seats online!

Buffet menu is Kahlua Pulled Pork, Waterhouse Chicken (boneless breast in a creamy white wine sauce with mushrooms), Tossed Mixed Greens, Smashed Potatoes, Two Vegetable Choices, Dinner Rolls, and Texas Sheetcake. *Vegetarian Pasta Primavera in a light alfredo available with prior notice.

Tonight Features: Written Warning

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

Since 1996, the March Madness Experience™, a family-oriented extravaganza of fun, interactive games, historical exhibits and good times, has been an integral part of the Boys State Finals  in Peoria. Just across the concourse from the tournament action at Carver Arena, the March Madness Experience fills up the Peoria Civic Center's huge Exhibition Hall. It's free to fans who have game tickets, and just $2 for everyone else. Once inside, there's no charge for any of the attractions. So mark your calendar and make a date to visit and enjoy Boys State Finals and the March Madness Experience in Peoria. For more info: www.ihsa.org/SportsActivities/MarchMadnessExperience.aspx ...

Join us for the 5th annual Blarney Blitz 5K & Party to jump start your St. Paddy celebration the Saturday before St. Patrick's Day!

Race swag will sell out at 1000 participants. However, you may still register for the race and enjoy the post-race party festivities.

Optional: Irish "Run Happy" 3/4 length sleeve t-shirt is available for purchase!* (*Limited quantity)

We kick everything off with a 5K run/walk at 8:00 AM, and then finish up at Kelleher's Irish Pub on Water St. for a St. Paddy's Party that won't dissapoint!

COSTUME CONTEST: New this year, we are holding a costume contest for the most shamROCKED out male, female, and child participants! Each of the three winners will receive a $50 Running Central Gift Certificate!

Kids 12 and under race FREE - but still need to register.

All race details can be found on the race website at - http://blarneyblitz.com/

IHSA March Madness is coming to Peoria, and for the first time ever, we're opening our sightseeing cruise season early just for the occasion! Join us March 10, 11, 17, or 18. These cruises are an 1.5 hours-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, 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. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available.

www.spiritofpeoria.com

The Waterhouse, in the MAXAM Building on the 1st floor in the BROADWAY LOUNGE : 316 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL - 

Howlin' on Water! Cost for dinner and show is $40pp plus tax! Doors open at 6p, with the dinner buffet available at 6:45p, Dessert/Coffee service follows, and the Show is from 8p-11p. Seats go on sale beginning 12/13! Call 309-494-9100 or go HERE to buy your seats online!

Buffet menu is Kahlua Pulled Pork, Waterhouse Chicken (boneless breast in a creamy white wine sauce with mushrooms), Tossed Mixed Greens, Smashed Potatoes, Two Vegetable Choices, Dinner Rolls, and Texas Sheetcake. *Vegetarian Pasta Primavera in a light alfredo available with prior notice.

Who done it? And why? This interactive cruise is more than a shot in the dark. The cast of the Champaign Urbana Theatre Co will dine and mingle with you as the mystery unfolds! Boarding: 6pm Dinner 6:30pm Cruise: 7-9pm

www.spiritofpeoria.com

Tonight Features: Jordan Danielsen and Jeff Spradley

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

The Peoria Symphony Orchestra (PSO) 119th season of exceptional concerts continues on Saturday, March 11, 2017, 8:00 pm in the Peoria Civic Center Theater with NIGHTS IN THE GARDENS OF SPAIN. This concert presents an intriguing program of Spanish influenced music featuring two enthralling piano concertos. Nights in the Gardens of Spain by composer Manuel de Falla, considered the "musical soul of Spain" is a moody and remarkable look at his homeland depicting three enchanted gardens. It is a pure flight of fancy, rich, dark, and mysterious at the crossroads of East and West.

Master pianist Jorge Federico Osorio returns to the PSO for both the de Falla and Ravel's Concerto for Piano Left Hand. Commissioned by Paul Wittgenstein, a concert pianist who lost his right arm in the First World War, Concerto for Piano Left Hand unfolds in a single movement that falls into three sections in an impressive feat of musical skill and illusion. One of the most virtuous of the virtuoso pianist of our time in the tradition of Serkin, Schnabel, and Horowitz. I am so happy he is with us for this concert George Stelluto, PSO Music Director

The second half of the concert features Turina's magical Danses Fantasticas and de Falla's Three Cornered Hat, a tale of love and intrigue that can only be told through the evocative language of Spanish music.

Tickets for the PSO's NIGHTS IN THE GARDENS OF SPAIN start at $31 and student tickets are $11. Tickets are available online at www.peoriasymphony.org, calling 309.671.1096 or coming to the PSO Box Office located at 101 State Street, Peoria, IL. Box Office hours are 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.

The concert is sponsored by Soderstrom Skin Institute and Heights Finance Corporation with additional support from PNC and the Ruby K. Worner Trust. Interviews are available.

Tonight Feature: Horseshoes and Hand Grenades

Doors at 9PM || Show at 10PM
Tickets $10 in advance || $12 at the door 
Must be 21+ to enter!

Hailing from the river town of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, HHG plays something like progressive high-energy old-time folk music. With strong roots in old-time and bluegrass, the band has formed it's own unique style born from the diverse musical backgrounds and interests of the five friends who make up the band.

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