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Publisher's Note
Stay and Celebrate the Spirit
A new word has recently entered the cultural lexicon—I’m sure you’ve heard of it by now—the staycation, a vacation spent close to home. With gas prices eating up your pocketbook and the best-laid air travel plans culminating in anger management classes, it’s no wonder this word has exploded in popularity.Features
High Tech Treasure Hunts
One of today's hottest hobbies, geocaching, brings together innovative technologies with a love of nature.
Focusing on Peoria's Spirit
Celebrating 20 Years
Two decades ago, the Spirit of Peoria riverboat first paddled its way up the Illinois River to Peoria, and it has been a regional landmark ever since.
Feathers in Flight
The correct term for those who spend every free hour of daylight at locations known to be heavily populated by birds is not birdwatching, but birding.
Join the Club
Golf for Beginners
Do you want to learn how to golf, but don’t know where to start? Here is a look at several area golf courses that offer instruction for golf novices.
Lifting Spirits with the Gift of Song
The Morton Civic Chorus sets itself apart from other singing groups by blending theatre with song to create an immense two-hour performance.Also in This Issue...
Wrigley Replica Hits a Home Run
Little Cubs Field is a near-exact replica of Wrigley Field located in Freeport, Illinois.
A Taste of Tuscany for Charity
The delightful five-course meal and wine tasting at Ponte Vecchio doubled as a fundraiser for the Peoria Area World Affairs Council.
Peoria's Unique Sweet Treat
The Spotted Cow, a business that began as a simple pushcart on Bradley’s campus, has grown into a Peoria favorite.
Event Preview
20th Annual Duck Race
On August 24th, Quacky the Duck will host the 20th annual Duck Race benefitting The Center for Prevention of Abuse.
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