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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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 at the Peoria Riverfront CEFCU Center Stage immediately after the St. Patrick's Day Parade for an authentic Irish experience!

Featuring:
- Irish Cuisine
- Preview some of the talent that will be at the 2017 Erin Feis with
our TWO live Irish bands
- Festive drinks for both adults and children
- Performances by Irish Dancers
- Family friendly activities

The First, Second, and Third Place Award Winners from the St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be announced during the afternoon Party.

The winners of the Gaelic Gold Raffle will be announced during the afternoon Party activities. Check with a St. Patrick Society Board Member to purchase your Gaelic Gold Raffle Ticket. Only 125 tickets at $20 are sold. You do not need to be present to claim your Gaelic Gold Raffle Prize.

Event entry: $5 for adults
$3 for St. Patrick Society Members
Children 12 and under are free (accompanied by adult)

Tickets will be available at the Gate or pre-purchased with a parade entry.  More info...

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 Phanie Rae and the Soul Shakers. 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 Irish...And How They Got That Way presented by the Peoria Cabaret Theatre - 3/17/17 (Fri.)
The Waterhouse's Broadway Lounge
MAXAM Building
316 SW Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

 

An Irish themed dinner buffet available starting at 6:30p, Dessert at 7:30p, and the Show is at 8p. Call 309-494-9100 if you have any questions!

For tickets: https://mkt.com/waterhousepeoria/

Tonight Features: Still Shine

Come and celebrate St. Paddy's Day at Kenny's Westside Pub with Still Shine!

Featuring Americana, progressive newgrass, roots-based acoustic music.

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