Ever wanted to know more about routesetting? 

Join the First Ascent Peoria routesetting team on the 2nd Monday of every month for some climbing, learn about the setting process, and get a chance to give us some in-person feedback on the setting!

Free for FA members. Regular Day Pass rates apply for non-members.

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/595587601905092/595587615238424

It's Tuesday and you know what that means..TRIVIA TIME . A great excuse to stop in for dinner & drinks and maybe even win a $

OMG you guys!!! Legally Blonde - The Musical is coming to Peoria!

Fabulously fun and international award-winning Legally Blonde - The Musical is the ultimate Broadway tribute to Girl Power! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be legally blonde and STILL the smartest person in the room. This contemporary, sassy musical moves at a breakneck pace driven by memorable songs and explosive dances. Legally Blonde - The Musicalwarms the heart by proving that self-discovery can be way too much fun and hilarious to boot.

 

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her ingenuity and charm to get into Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential, and her true assets, as she sets out to prove herself to the world and make everyone a believer.

 

Based on the beloved movie, Legally Blonde - The Musical will take you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest new heroine and, of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser.

For tickets: https://www.peoriaciviccenter.com/events/2023/legally-blonde---the-musical

If you haven't checked out the Playing in Peoria Comedy Open Mic Night at The Neon Bison - you've been missing out!

The good news is that we're here every week!

 

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/TheNeonBison

OMG you guys!!! Legally Blonde - The Musical is coming to Peoria!

Fabulously fun and international award-winning Legally Blonde - The Musical is the ultimate Broadway tribute to Girl Power! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be legally blonde and STILL the smartest person in the room. This contemporary, sassy musical moves at a breakneck pace driven by memorable songs and explosive dances. Legally Blonde - The Musicalwarms the heart by proving that self-discovery can be way too much fun and hilarious to boot.

 

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her ingenuity and charm to get into Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential, and her true assets, as she sets out to prove herself to the world and make everyone a believer.

 

Based on the beloved movie, Legally Blonde - The Musical will take you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest new heroine and, of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser.

For tickets: https://www.peoriaciviccenter.com/events/2023/legally-blonde---the-musical

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, March 16 ~ 8:00 - 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)

If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)

*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage. If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Featured Poet: Aubrey Barnes - Aubs
Rock Island native, “Aubs.”, is a spoken word artist, author, battle rapper, emcee, and educator and cohost of Black Thoughts Podcast. Aubs. is also director of a nonprofit “Young Lions Roar”; which teaches students the art of spoken word poetry, from the Midwest to schools outside the country such as Haiti. His recent poetry book "It is Good, It is Written", has been acclaimed nationally.

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/whisper-shout-open-mic-for-poetry-3-16-2023

Let The Shenanigans Begin  We are going big for our FIRST EVER St. Patrick's Day BASH!! Open at 9AM

 LIVE MUSIC: Easy Riders performing 1pm - 5pm 
FOOD: Serving Breakfast Burritos and Corned Beef Cubans
BEER GARDEN: Get Your Front Row Parade Seats

Counting down the days until the party!

For more details: https://www.facebook.com/events/6022507807806640

Ready to meet new climbing partners and start some new belaytionships? Join us for a Rope Climbing Meetup every Friday from 5-8 pm! 

Top Rope or Lead Tag required. 

Free for members | Regular Day Pass rates apply for guests

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/510356821208443/510356921208433

St. Patrick's Salsa at CAC
Friday, March 17, 2023
Dress up and compete for prizes!

ADMISSION
$8.00 nonmembers
$5.00 CAC Members
Mask wearing or proof of vaccination is no longer required at this event. 

Introductory Dance Lesson
8:30-9:30 pm
Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Jon Young

Open dancing
9:30-midnight
To the music by Jon Young

No partner is required. Mostly Salsa music is played but also Cha Cha, Bachata, Merengue, Tango, Reggaeton, R&B, Cumbia and Latin styled pop and R&B also. Bring your own food and drink or order take out from the Rhythm Kitchen. Pop, water and ice for sale on the floor for $1.00

Questions:
William Butler 
CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER
305 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602 • 309-674-6822 • cac@peoriacac.org • www.peoriacac.org

Don't miss out on Live Music every Friday & Saturday at The Neon Bison! 

Downtown Peoria's New Live Country Music Bar + Video Gaming

 

Follow us on Facebook for all our events! https://www.facebook.com/TheNeonBison/events

Combined Reception: Saturday, March 18, 6:30-8:30 
free admission, donation requested. Meet the exhibiting artists and view their artwork in three galleries.
featuring music by Natronicus, (aka, Nathan Parks) of Bloomington, who will perform on piano a mix of classical and improvisational works.

Besides regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11-5:00, we are open until 9:00pm during the following events (1st Friday, Live at the Five Spot). The Contemporary Art Center is located at 305 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602. Call or text 309-674-6822 or contact us with questions for more information.

Art exhibits may also be viewed for no admission Tuesday-Saturday 11-5:00 and during some evening events with admission. The public is invited to these open house style events, featuring the exhibits described above. Complimentary food and drink will be offered. 

Artists of Manneken Press 
February 24-April 14, 2023
Preston Jackson Gallery 
Jonathan Higgins and Sarah Smelser’s Manneken Press in Bloomington invites significant contemporary artists to collaborate with master printmaker Higgins to create original works in intaglio, relief, lithography and monotype. The prints are sold in galleries, museums and high-end art fairs in major cities. This exhibit includes 15 of the 30 artists they represent.
clockwise from upper left: Brian Cypher, Matt Magee, Catherine Howe, Richard Hull, Jill Moser, Philip Van Keuren, Jack Davidson, Judy Ledgerwood, Kate Petley, Mary Judge. 

Hattie Lee: Joy Intwined
February 24-April 7, 2023
Gallery 3R
While a member of the Cherokee Nation diaspora, Hattie Lee also recognizes she is a collage of cultures. Just as families and societies are shaped by each generation, she collages into her work metaphorical and physical materials from ancestors and personal experience. Injecting joy while bridging cultural and generational differences creates hope for tribes, countries and personal communities.

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1303033000427645

Don't miss out on Live Music every Friday & Saturday at The Neon Bison! 

Downtown Peoria's New Live Country Music Bar + Video Gaming

 

Follow us on Facebook for all our events! https://www.facebook.com/TheNeonBison/events