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art & society - jan/feb 2008
A Celebrated Artist, a Common Thread
Jan Wright Vergon
Publisher
While reading this issue, you may be inspired to dust off your old instrument and strike up a few chords—or, if you’re artistically challenged like me, seek out a jazz show and soak up the area’s musical talent! Perhaps it’s time to pick up your brush and paints or read that novel you’ve never had time for. Whatever you do, take advantage of a snow day and let your imagination run free!
Event Preview: Wings
by Amy Groh
A unique collaboration of dance, music and scenery soars into Peoria on March 1st.
Finding Jazz in Peoria
by Jonathan Wright
Photography by Bob Hunt and Ken Kiley, with contributions from John Philips, David Hoffman, & the Central Illinois Jazz Society
I set out to discover—to define—the history of jazz in Peoria, to “unlock the secrets” of a storied past.
Preserving Precious Moments
by Amy Groh
Photography by Nellie Gould
Photography is one of the most important parts of any wedding. Because it’s so important—and expensive—choosing the right photographer for the occasion is essential.
Warriors for the Literary Arts
by Katie Thompson
Meet the Aesthetic Underground, a literary group that provides an open forum for artists, writers, poets, thespians and others to express themselves.
Going Downhill
by Amy Groh
Photography courtesy of Ski Snowstar
Here are six “local” winter sports parks and resorts to look into, each targeting different types of skiers and snowboarders.
The Long Road to Freedom
Peoria and the Underground Railroad
by Katie Thompson
The land on which the Peoria Civic Center now stands was once a prominent site on the historic Underground Railroad, to be commemorated by the Underground Railroad Sculpture.
Take 10
Preston Jackson
10 things you didn't know about Preston Jackson!
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