Come flaunt your knowledge of all things music! All genres and decades will be included! 

Trivia starts at 3pm and lasts 1.5-2 hours
We recommend arriving early to find your seats, order food and drinks, and check the place out before trivia starts! 

Please RSVP to this event so we have an accurate headcount! https://www.facebook.com/events/722671646517210

Calling all artists with a connection to Peoria, IL. The Rennick 2024: 60th Annual Historical Art Exhibition will take place at Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington Street from May 2-31. The theme is The Old and The New: Envisioning Peoria History in New Ways. Deliver your art between 9 am and 3 pm. No entry free and $1,000 in cash prizes. The show is open to artists from high school age up and both 2D and 3D art will be accepted. Visit peoriahistorialsociety.org or call 309-674-1921 for guidelines, entry form, and additional information.

Hey High Schooler’s! Here's your chance to improve your climbing skills without the stress of competing. This club has a lot to offer beyond just climbing, such as building connections, meeting like-minded people from different schools, and providing a space for personal growth. There will be opportunities to connect through gym and climbing workshops, post-club get-togethers, and fun local competition. An experienced Instructor will lead the club each week, providing assessments, guidance and encouragement to help you reach your climbing goal. If you have any questions or need assistance with further details, feel free to ask!

The High School Climbing Club will meet weekly on Mondays from 6-7:30 starting Nov. 13, 2023 through May 20, 2024.

Cost for nonmembers is $15 and includes rental gear. Free for members.

For more info & to register: https://faclimbing.portal.approach.app/event/2219/booking/525789

There aren’t many places to get a great meal on a Monday night in Peoria … and there’s exactly one place to do it while listening to a curated playlist of jazz, funk, soul, rock, hip hop, & world music from the past 60+ years. River City DJs bring the vinyl and The Bar at BLACK BAND provides the rest: great beer & cocktail specials paired with a fantastic food menu. The vibes on this night are just right! Join us 6-9pm every Monday.

Grab your smartest friends and head to Jack's on Adams for you chance to win prizes every Tuesday night! 

https://jacksonadamspeoria.com/events/

Step into Spring with RC Outfitters and Under Armour

On May 1st, join us here at the store for our 2nd annual
LADIES' NIGHT OUT: 5:00-7:00 PM. 

Registrants will receive a complimentary Under Armour Mid Crossback bra, a $35 gift voucher for your evening's purchase over $100, sweets/sips and an entry into our local raffles! 

Raffle prizes will be drawn every hour!
So gather your gals and sign up now! 

**We've had to cap registration at 150 women due to time constraints, to ensure that everyone has an excellent experience!

Register here: Ticketsraceroster.com/events/2024/87696/ladies-night-out

2024 SEASON 2/SPRING LEAGUE
Every Wednesday starting April 10th – MAY 29th (see times below by discipline)

PREVIEW NIGHT or WEEK ZERO is Wednesday, April 3rd from 6:00p -7:00p. Preview Night is for all who are interested in League but want to learn more before committing. We will cover how leagues run, WATL rules, and provide some instruction with a practice match or two! Light appetizers provided.

SCHEDULE
Standard Hatchet – 6:00p
Big Axe – 5:30p or Marathon Date TBD
Duals – 5:30p or Marathon Date TBD

PRICE
Standard Hatchet – $130 (raises to $145 after the 3rd)
Big Axe – $55 per person (raises to $70 after the 3rd)
Duals – $55 per person (raises to $70 after the 3rd)

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/254390541091997

Peoria Historical Society

60th Annual Rennick Art Show

The Old and the New: Envisioning Peoria History in New Ways

 

Come see original artwork by Peoria area artists at the Peoria Historical Society’s 60th annual Rennick Art Show.

All of the art in this judged exhibit reflects the Peoria Historical Society’s mission to preserve, share, and celebrate the stories of the Peoria area. Each piece visually represents some aspect of Peoria area history and is open to any artist with a Peoria connection.

The exhibit runs May 2-31, Tuesday-Saturday from 10-5pm at the Peoria Riverfront Museum Gilmore Auditorium, 222 SW Washington Street, Peoria, IL.

An Opening Reception will take place on Thursday, May 2 from 5:30-7pm at the museum to recognize the artists and show sponsors, and the prize winners will be announced at this event.

Join us for Gallery Talk on Sunday May 19, from 1-2pm, and join the judge and the public for a tour of the exhibit and insights on the artwork.

Artists will retrieve their work on May 31.

There is no charge to attend this event. Donations and memberships are always welcomed and appreciated!

For more information, including guidelines and entry forms, visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com.

For tickets: https://309tix.com/events/the-rennick-2024-art-exhibition-5-2-2024

Every Thursday Open House from 10AM - 2PM. Private Tours are available for small groups by appointments. For questions, private tours and special event rentals contact the Peoria Historical Society Office 309-674-1921.

The Pettengill-Morron House has celebrated 150 years! When you visit lean about all of the owners, stories of abolitionists and the underground railroad, what famous actor was married in the home and other stories of Peoria's past along with unique collection of pieces. The house is on the National Register of Historic Places and is owned by the Peoria Historical Society.

 

For more info: https://www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com/events

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, May 2~ 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.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere. Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month. Host: Ryan Lowry, Whitney Jensen and DJ: Yvaine Washington

Featured Poet: Arrie Lane
Arrie Lane is a mother, poet, actress, writer & director born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She has placed top three in a myriad of slams around the country over the last year and is currently a finalist the Motown Mic: the Spoken Word Competition by Motown Museum. In September of 2021 on all streaming platforms, she released her first Spoken Word album "Organized Chaos Vol. 1". She believes art heals and breaks down barriers. It is oxygen for a creative and is one of our greatest healing tools.

for tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/whisper-shout-open-mic-for-poetry-5-2-2024

First Friday is a national movement among artists in many cities across the United States. Artists open their studios to present their work to the public.

First Friday events keep the arts in the forefront of a community.

 

Checkout Peoria's First Friday website for gallery openings and all the businesses who participate!

https://hellopeoria.co/first-friday

On the First Friday of the month, we are open from 6-9pm where you can come in to look around and purchase pottery.

At 7pm, if you are interested in trying the wheel out during our First Friday events, we schedule 45 minute sessions to take part in this opportunity.  A quick demonstration of throwing a pot is given.  Then everyone gets a chance to try throwing clay on their own wheel.  During this time, an instructor will be available to give hand-over-hand instruction to assist you in making a pot of your choice. 

Everybody keeps one piece (within the scale of a cereal bowl or coffee mug) which stays at the studio for finish work and firing.  When finished we notify you for pickup and, they are food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe. 

Cost is $25/participant.  

Ages 5+ (children younger than 18 need be accompanied by an adult)

For upcoming dates, please refer to our Events Calendar (underneath).

We require pre-registration and pre-payment.  Please fill out the form underneath.  You will then receive an invoice which you can pay online.

Please show up no later than 6:45 if you will be throwing on the pottery wheels at the 7:00pm class.

Register here: https://www.wheelartpottery.studio/events/first-fridays-wheel-throwing

NOTE: Admissions for this performance go on sale beginning April 8th at 10a!!

Friday, May 3 & Saturday, May 4 | 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM CST

at The Waterhouse at the MAXAM, 316 Southwest Washington Street, Peoria, IL 61602

 

Description:

DUELING PIANOS is back and now playing monthly at The Waterhouse located on the 2nd floor of the MAXAM Building in Downtown Peoria!!

Performing since 2004 Central Illinois Dueling Pianos has played to over 125,000 people with their laugh a-long, sing a-along, drink a-long, party a-long time request and comedy driven rock 'n' roll piano show! Get a group together and come enjoy this FUN night out!!

Admission is $25pp. The bar will open and seating will begin 1 hour before the show at 6:30p with the show running from 7:30p-10:30p.

Seating is reserved with tables seating 8 people and will be assigned based upon the order of purchase. If you are joining a larger group, to ensure being seated together, please indicate the group name in the "Notes" section at the time of purchase.

For tickets: https://waterhousepeoria.square.site/product/5-3-24-friday-central-illinois-dueling-pianos-at-the-waterhouse/804?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=20

 

While dinner is not offered as a package with this show, we strongly encourage you to make reservations for dinner at one of the enjoyable restaurants within a few blocks of our location:

Bollywood Bites Bistro 316 SW Washington (1st floor of MAXAM) - 309-670-0936 *SPECIAL PACKAGE AVAILABLE*

Ardor Breads and Provisions - 301 SW Water Street - 309-431-7801

Blue Duck Barbeque Tavern - 212 SW Water Street - 309-981-5801

Rhythm Kitchen - 305 SW Water Street - 309-676-9668

Saffron Social - 187 SW Washington Street - 309-740-0434

Jack's on Adams - 107 SW Adams - 309-839-2855

Richards Under Main - 311 Main Street - 309-674-8007

Kenny's Westside Pub - 112 SW Jefferson - 309-676-1693

Jim's Steak House - 110 SW Jefferson - 309-673-5300

Kelleher's Irish Pub - 619 SW Water - 309-673-6000

Thyme Kitchen & Craft Beer - 736 SW Washington - 309-713-2619

Sugar Wood-Fire Bistro - 826 SW Adams - 309-676-0848

Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery & Eatery - 321 NE Madison - 309-306-0190

Black Band Distillery - 1000 SW Adams - 309-680-1233

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment and Your Favorite D.J. Entertainment Present...

DOGMA
w/ Blaqout
+ More TBA

at The X Bar Peoria
Friday, May 3rd
Doors 9:30pm / Show 10pm
$18 ADV / $22 DOS

About The Artist ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Introducing DOGMA, the driving force behind the most powerful dubstep sounds emerging from the heart of the Midwest. Dan, commonly known as DOGMA, is a rising star hailing from Chicago. Despite being in the early stages of his career, this talented artist has already made waves with his releases on renowned labels like Dim Mak, Subsidia, Buygore, Uplink Audio, and OneRPM as well as headlining monumental shows across the nation.

 

Previously engaged in the finance industry, Dan made the bold decision to pursue his true passion for bass music, leading him to embark on a full-time musical journey. Drawing inspiration from esteemed dubstep artists such as Trollphace, Downlink, Kill the Noise, and Borgore, he was particularly captivated by the aggressive and electrifying tearout style. In 2015, DOGMA was born, making his debut at the legendary venue, The Mid in Chicago. In 2018, he ventured into music production, quickly establishing himself as a formidable presence in the studio.

 

When DOGMA takes the stage, be prepared for an electrifying experience filled with boundless energy. His captivating live sets have graced the renowned stages of the Midwest’s most prestigious festivals, including Spring Awakening and Summer Camp. Within the dubstep scene of the region, DOGMA has become the go-to support act, setting the stage for iconic acts such as Zeds Dead, Svdden Death, Funtcase, Borgore, Trollphace, 12th Planet, Zomboy, and Rusko to name a few! 

For tickets: Ticketswww.etix.com/ticket/p/82127847/dogma-peoria-the-x-bar

Learn the basics of setting up a pottery wheel to throw, the proper tools needed, how to prepare the clay through a process called "wedging," centering, throwing on the wheel and how to clean up.

We give a demonstration of how to throw a pot.  Next, we let you try by yourself for a short period of time.  Then we give assistance, as needed, to create your own piece which can literally exist forever (unless it is heated to 2500 fahrenheit:). You get to choose the glaze color of your piece.

This class qualifies a person to attend open studios and work independently. 

Materials and firing is covered in the cost for one piece (approximate maximum size-up to 6" tall x 6" width x 6" length).

Everyone keeps one piece. Additional pieces of equivalent size are $5 (covers material and firing costs).  These are paid for after the pottery session, if you create more than 1 piece you wish to keep.

Specialty Items are also available for additional cost.  These require additional time, material, and firing.

Pieces are kept at the studio for finish work, glazing and two kiln firings, and are picked up at a later date. When finished, everything is food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe.

Ages 5+

No experience necessary

Pre-registration and pre-payment required.

Please Fill out the form and submit to register for a Wheel 101 class.  If you have a group of people, all paying together, please use one form.  If you are coming with others, but paying separately, please fill out separate forms.  After you submit the form, you will receive a confirmation email and invoice within a day.  When the invoice is paid, your spot will be reserved.

To register: https://www.wheelartpottery.studio/events/wheel-101-class

Looking for something fun and interesting to do? Join us the first Saturday of every month at 10:00am for Beer School 101!

Learn about the brewing process, take a tour of our facilities & sample our brews!

Class is limited to 20 students, so sign up today. This is a FREE event, but you MUST REGISTER on eventbrite to attend. Don't miss out!

*To clarify, Beer School does not include an actual brewing day which takes 8+ hours. This is a brief introduction to beer making, a tour through our working brewery, a discussion about styles and techniques, and comparative sampling of our styles.

Attendees must be 21+ and attend under the explicit acknowledgement that they will be touring an operating brewery, where wet surfaces and other moving equipment may be present. As a condition of the working environment, all visitors to the brewery agree to hold Obed & Isaac's harmless upon entrance.

For tickets: Ticketswww.eventbrite.com/e/peoria-beer-school-101-tickets-57042639069

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/3049959138476375/3049959145143041

Distillery Tour - Spring Schedule

Enjoy a tour and tasting with a BLACK BAND team member in our restored historic space in Peoria’s Warehouse District.

As you explore the distilling process from grain to glass, you will learn about mash bills, still technology, distillate selection, barrel aging and more. Please bring your photo ID and plan to arrive 15 minutes before your tour begins.

Weekly from Apr 13 to Jul 6, 2024

Multiple times: 12:30 & 2:30

$20 per ticket

For tickets: https://www.exploretock.com/blackbanddistillery/event/469908?date=2024-04-20&size=1&time=20%3A00

Save the date!

Get ready for a day of charm, elegance, and thrilling horse races at the 2024 Kentucky Derby Soirée! Join us for an unforgettable experience as we come together to support FamilyCore.

Mark your calendar – it is an event you will not want to miss: https://www.familycore.org/events/derby/

NOTE: Admissions for this performance go on sale beginning April 8th at 10a!!

Friday, May 3 & Saturday, May 4 | 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM CST

at The Waterhouse at the MAXAM, 316 Southwest Washington Street, Peoria, IL 61602

 

Description:

DUELING PIANOS is back and now playing monthly at The Waterhouse located on the 2nd floor of the MAXAM Building in Downtown Peoria!!

Performing since 2004 Central Illinois Dueling Pianos has played to over 125,000 people with their laugh a-long, sing a-along, drink a-long, party a-long time request and comedy driven rock 'n' roll piano show! Get a group together and come enjoy this FUN night out!!

Admission is $25pp. The bar will open and seating will begin 1 hour before the show at 6:30p with the show running from 7:30p-10:30p.

Seating is reserved with tables seating 8 people and will be assigned based upon the order of purchase. If you are joining a larger group, to ensure being seated together, please indicate the group name in the "Notes" section at the time of purchase.

For tickets: https://waterhousepeoria.square.site/product/5-3-24-friday-central-illinois-dueling-pianos-at-the-waterhouse/804?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=20

 

While dinner is not offered as a package with this show, we strongly encourage you to make reservations for dinner at one of the enjoyable restaurants within a few blocks of our location:

Bollywood Bites Bistro 316 SW Washington (1st floor of MAXAM) - 309-670-0936 *SPECIAL PACKAGE AVAILABLE*

Ardor Breads and Provisions - 301 SW Water Street - 309-431-7801

Blue Duck Barbeque Tavern - 212 SW Water Street - 309-981-5801

Rhythm Kitchen - 305 SW Water Street - 309-676-9668

Saffron Social - 187 SW Washington Street - 309-740-0434

Jack's on Adams - 107 SW Adams - 309-839-2855

Richards Under Main - 311 Main Street - 309-674-8007

Kenny's Westside Pub - 112 SW Jefferson - 309-676-1693

Jim's Steak House - 110 SW Jefferson - 309-673-5300

Kelleher's Irish Pub - 619 SW Water - 309-673-6000

Thyme Kitchen & Craft Beer - 736 SW Washington - 309-713-2619

Sugar Wood-Fire Bistro - 826 SW Adams - 309-676-0848

Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery & Eatery - 321 NE Madison - 309-306-0190

Black Band Distillery - 1000 SW Adams - 309-680-1233