Arts Alive! - November 2005

Furrow Vineyard & Winery
Local Vineyard Part of Emerging Illinois Industry

When you think of vineyards, you probably think of California. But with the extraordinary surge of wine producers cropping up in Illinois over the past few years, it won’t be long before “Illinois” and “wine” are synonymous. While difficult to keep up with this fast-growing sector, it’s estimated the Illinois wine industry currently features almost 60 wineries and approximately 300 grape growers. There are several wineries right here in central Illinois, including Furrow Vineyard & Winery in El Paso.

Features
Peoria Ballet Continues Nutcracker Tradition
Every year, the Peoria Ballet’s production of Nutcracker is bigger and better, and this year will be no exception.
Pen & Ink
Promotion is a Job For Us All
Let’s face it: what attracts us to visit other cities?
Columns
Art & History
Women Serving and Preserving History
ArtsPartners
At Toast To The Coast, The Spirit Prevailed
Kids & Kudos
Teen Mystery: Box Office Poison
Finale
A Quiet Revolution in the Arts
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Arts Alive! Arts Calendar
November/December 2005
As autumn passes and the holidays begin, look into arts and entertainment events around central Illinois. Sponsored by Caterpillar.