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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. Join the Captain and crew on Illinois' 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. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one-hour prior to cruise up to departure time, or may be purchased in advance at the Riverfront Visitor’s Center located next to our dock. Group discounts are available. Boarding:  12:45 p.m.Cruise:  1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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                                                                    The Peoria Park District and the St. Patrick Society of Peoria are pleased to welcome back the annual Irish Festival, Erin Feis for its 14th year on the RiverFront.  2010 also marks the 30 year anniversary of Erin Feis in Peoria! It’s a safe bet this year’s festival will be a celebration you won’t want to miss! This 3-day event showcases Irish heritage through song, dance, food, drink, cultural exhibits and much more. Don't miss the talented Irish bands and musicians on multiple stages, vendor marketplace, and much more! This year’s entertainers will provide all who attend a glimpse of the past 30 years! So put on your favorite green outfit and head down to the RiverFront – everyone is a little bit Irish!
 Event Hours:
 Fri 8/27: 5pm - 11pm
 Sat 8/28: noon - 11pm
 Sun 8/29: 10:30am - 6pm
 
 For more information, please visit www.erinfeispeoria.com.
 
Sunday, August 29, 2010 Festival Park & Marshall Plaza |  
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                                                                    Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival 
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                        
                                                                            
                                                                        
                                                                    
                                                                    Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment proudly present the Budweiser Illinois Blues Fest. Two days of Sun-Sational Blues featuring three stages of entertainment - plus musician workshops, Blues Alley featuring arts and merchandise vendors, great food and plenty of ice cold Budweiser. This will be the 22nd anniversary of the Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival; considered one of the top blues festivals in the Midwest. For further information, visit www.illinoisbluesfestival.com. 
Friday, September 3, 2010  Festival Park |  
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                                                                    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 Peg Head!  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. |  
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                                                                    Carriage rides in Downtown Peoria by Carriage Classic every Friday and Saturday evening through October. For more information, call 579-2833. |  
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                                                                    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! |  
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                                                                    Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival 
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                        
                                                                            
                                                                        
                                                                    
                                                                    Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment proudly present the Budweiser Illinois Blues Fest. Two days of Sun-Sational Blues featuring three stages of entertainment - plus musician workshops, Blues Alley featuring arts and merchandise vendors, great food and plenty of ice cold Budweiser. This will be the 22nd anniversary of... the Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival; considered one of the top blues festivals in the Midwest. For further information, visit www.illinoisbluesfestival.com. |  
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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. Join the Captain and crew on Illinois' 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. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one-hour prior to cruise up to departure time, or may be purchased in advance at the Riverfront Visitor’s Center located next to our dock. Group discounts are available. Boarding:  12:45 p.m.Cruise:  1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
 For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com |  
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                                                                    Carriage Rides Carriage Rides 
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                    
                                                                        
                                                                            
                                                                        
                                                                    
                                                                    Carriage rides in Downtown Peoria by Carriage Classic every Friday and Saturday evening through October. For more information, call 579-2833. |  
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