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 $

Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Peoria at last!

From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.

ANASTASIA features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally, a lush new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics) based on original direction by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak with choreography by Peggy Hickey and tour direction by Sarah Hartmann.

For tickets: https://www.peoriaciviccenter.com/events/2023/anastasia

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

Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Peoria at last!

From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.

ANASTASIA features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally, a lush new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics) based on original direction by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak with choreography by Peggy Hickey and tour direction by Sarah Hartmann.

For tickets: https://www.peoriaciviccenter.com/events/2023/anastasia

Chelsea Handler is heading back on tour and will be stopping at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on April 13. Tickets will go on sale Friday, January 20 at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or in person at the Toyota Box Office, open Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Chelsea Handler is a comedian, television host, New York Times best-selling author and advocate whose humor and candor have established her as one of the most celebrated voices in entertainment and pop culture. After a strong seven-year run as the host of E!’s top-rated Chelsea Lately, a tenure in which she was the only female late-night talk show host on-air, she launched her documentary series Chelsea Does followed by her talk show Chelsea on Netflix in 2016. She has penned six best-selling books, five of which have reached #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list, including 2019’s Life Will Be the Death of Me. She will executive produce and star in a TV adaptation of the book under her production banner, Chelsea Handler Productions.

In 2022, Handler made her return to Netflix with her critically acclaimed comedy special Revolution. It follows the success of her 2020 HBO Max comedy special Evolution, which earned Chelsea a Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album. In 2021, she launched her iHeart Radio advice podcast, Dear Chelsea, and embarked on the Vaccinated and Horny Tour, bringing her sensational stand-up set to 90+ cities with 115 shows across North America and winning “The Comedy Act of 2021” at the People’s Choice Awards.

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

Live at the Five Spot: featuring The Brazilionaires
Friday, April 14, 6:30-8:30pm 

Sponsored by Joseph Borsberry Law Offices

Tickets in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees (on-line tickets available till 5:00pm the day of event) 
Tickets at the door: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers 
(tickets for walk-ins will be available until max capacity is reached)

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.

About the Band: 
The Brazilionaires music is an exciting blend of Latin & pop with a jazzy feel. This unique Nashville based band is fronted by electrifying vocalist Dove Benoit and guitarist “Rico” Wayne Johnson featuring some of the Midwest’s finest musicians. Their original music has received airplay on radio stations across the US and Europe and can be heard on Internet streaming stations like Pandora and Spotify. The band is known for thrilling and entertaining live shows, and often perform their own Latin versions of rock & pop cover tunes, big pleasers with audiences. The band has wooed crowds recently with concerts at Navy Pier in Chicago and festivals across the Midwest. You’ll be sure to love this eclectic, fun group! See some videos at www.TheBrazilionaires.com.

for tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/live-at-the-five-spot-the-brazilionaires-4-14-2023

OPERA UNDER THE STARS 

Friday, April 14, 2023 | 7:00 p.m. 

Join us in the Peoria Riverfront Museum's Dome Planetarium for French Love songs performed by Bradley Instructor Courtney Huffman Frye. Enjoy visuals of nature projected by the Dome Planetarium, in addition to Frye's captivating soprano. 

Charcuterie and wine will be served, included in ticket price. 

Members $45

Public: $50

Get tickets HERE

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

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

 

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Mid Illini Art Show
Art from Area High Schools-Gallery 3R

11:00am -5:00pm, April 15, 18, 19, 20

Reception: Thursday, April 20, 5:00-7:00pm
Free Admission

The Mid Illini Art Show is an annual gathering of great student artwork from all participating Mid Illini high schools. Each school is allowed to submit up to 26 pieces of 2-D, 3-D, and Photography combined. The work is then judged by a group of professional artists and art teachers outside of the district. Although we consider it an honor just to be chosen to represent your school, students may also be recognized by receiving a Merit Award, Honorable Mention, or even Best of Show.

https://sites.google.com/view/midilliniartshow/home

Gather your team and your knowledge, present and past, of Peoria and bring them to a fun evening of trivia at the WTVP studios, at the corner of Water and State Streets, on Saturday, April 15 from 5:30 - 9 p.m. Early bird tickets are $30 per person until March 20 and $35 until April 14 at 309tix.com or at the PHS office starting March 27. Tickets are not available at the door.
Bring your own team of eight or let us partner you with others, while the PHS emcee, H. Wayne Wilson, tests your knowledge of our city. There will be six categories with one third related to current events and the rest drawing on the fascinating past of Peoria. 
Players will want to bring cash in order to buy mulligans (freebies) and play other extra special games. All proceeds will support the ongoing work of Peoria Historical Society to maintain our two museum houses and the collection.
Light snacks and drinks will be provided, but participants are invited to bring their own food and drinks, including alcoholic beverages, to the event.
Doors open at 5:30 and the trivia begins promptly at 6:00 p.m. For more information please call 309.674.1921.

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

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

 

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