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art & society - sep/oct 2008
Haunts from Peoria's Past
by Amy Groh
Like many other cities, Peoria is home to numerous legends of resident ghosts and haunted buildings.
Ol' Book and the Graveyard Elm
by Amy Groh
There's no central Illinois haunt more famous than the Peoria State Hospital for the Incurable Insane in Bartonville.
In the Blink of an Eye
by Jan Wright
Publisher
Did you blink and find the summer to be nearly gone?
A Dog Day Afternoon
by Emily Zulz
Show your pets how much they mean to you—pamper them like you would yourself!
Pet Portraits and Designer Homes
by Emily Zulz
From October 10th through November 15th, the Peoria Art Guild will present an exhibit entitled "Pet Portraits."
A Place to Call Home
The Native American Fellowship Dayspring Church
by Emily Zulz
Tucked away in the woods of East Peoria lies the newest place of worship in the area—the Native American Fellowship Dayspring Church.
Chicago on Change
by Amy Groh
Photography by Kim Johnson
The adventure begins and ends in Peoria, but it’s the twelve hours in between that make it extraordinary!
Music in the Park
Glen Oak Amphitheatre
by Jonathan Wright
The Glen Oak Park Amphitheatre is one of the area’s crown jewels—a beautiful outdoor setting for entertainment of all kinds.
The Art & Science of Hope
by Amy Groh
An unlikely friendship between physician and entertainer will bring hope to cancer patients and music to your soul.
Event Preview
Mood Indigo
This year's Mood Indigo—one of the city's most outstanding cultural events—will highlight "The Golden Age of Radio."
Take 10: Andy King
Ten things you didn't know about the executive director of Dream Center Peoria.
Soul in the Human Voice
A Q&A with StoryCorps producer David Isay
WCBU is proud to host StoryCorps, the revolutionary initiative that’s bringing new voices to the radio. StoryCorps will be in Peoria at Metro Centre from September 22nd through October 18th.
The Threads that Bind
by Amy Groh
The men and women of the Gems of the Prairie Quilt Guild have two things in common: a love of quilting and the need to be creative.
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