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News
On Thursday, June 19th, CityLink will join with public transportation systems across the country to participate in the third annual national "Dump the Pump Day" by encouraging citizens to ride public transportation to save money, conserve gasoline and help reduce greenhouse gases. An information gathering session will be held to form the "Friends of CityLink's Public Transit" group during an open house from 4 to 7pm at the Transit Center, located at 407 SW Adams St., Peoria. The object of the group is to educate the Peoria community about the benefits of a well-designed and accessible public transit system. Contact James Polk for more information at 688-4339. Anyone interested is invited to attend.
Caterpillar Inc. announced that it will acquire certain assets of Gremada Industries, Inc., a leader in the processes of remanufacturing and reclaiming metal parts and components used in transmissions, torque converters and final drives. The acquisition agreement was signed on June 15th and the purchase will enhance product and service offerings and increase strategic focus for remanufacturing in the mining and petroleum industries.
Pekin Main Street's annual Downtown Farmers Market, sponsored by Methodist Medical Center, begins this week. The weekly market will be held on Thursday evenings from 4:30 to 6:30pm through September 25th and on Saturday mornings from 8am to noon through August 30th in historic downtown Pekin next to the Courthouse on Capitol Street. Local artists are encouraged to join the market this year with the new "Artists Block," where they can showcase handcrafted arts, crafts and music. For more information, call the Pekin Main Street office at 353-3100.
On Wednesdays from June 18th through September 24th, a new local farmers market comes to Peoria Heights. The Heritage Farmers Market at Heritage Square in Peoria Heights will offer seasonal produce and products ranging from farm produce, flowers, baked goods and herbs to tilapia and hand-made pasta from 4:30 to 7pm each Wednesday. Local entertainment and culinary presentations will be featured at the market.
Luthy Botanical Garden will host Garden Walks on three Tuesdays this summer. On June 24th, July 29th and August 26th, take this outdoor tour and enjoy the beauty of the plants and trees. There is no need to register; just go to the gift shop, where the tour will start. There is no charge for the tours but donations are appreciated. For more information contact the Luthy Botanical Garden at 686-3362.
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Kudos
The ninth annual Maui Jim/Children's Home Charity Golf Classic held on June 2nd raised $350,000 for the Children's Home. The nine-year total now comes to $1.95 million. The proceeds play a significant role in the agency's ability to protect, teach and heal the children of central Illinois.
The Ethisphere Institute named Caterpillar Inc. to its second annual World's Most Ethical Companies list for the second time. The company's selection was based on the strength and effectiveness of its Ethics and Compliance and Corporate Responsibility programs. The Ethisphere Institute is an organization dedicated to the research and promotion of profitable best practices in global governance, business ethics, compliance and corporate responsibility. The 2008 World's Most Ethical Companies methodology committee reviewed more than 10,000 of the world's leading companies on six continents.
Six faculty physicians from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria were named to the Best Doctors in America list for 2007-2008: Dr. Richard P. Driessnack, clinical assistant professor of surgery; Dr. Norman C. Estes, professor and chair of surgery; Dr. Mark Thomas Jennings, professor of pediatrics; Dr. Brian Ted Maurer, clinical assistant professor of surgery; Dr. Lisa E. Snyder, clinical assistant professor of physical and rehabilitation medicine; and Dr. Joyce Elizabeth Wise, associate professor of clinical pediatrics. The annual listing represents the top five percent of American physicians and is the result of a comprehensive nomination and election process.
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Events
Saturday, June 21 @ Weaver Angus Farm, Peoria
The Easter Seals Wines & Polo on the Prairie, presented by Maui Jim, will be held from 6 to 11pm on June 21st. The tropical-themed evening will feature more than 50 different wines, food specialties from more than 20 restaurants, a polo match and dancing to music from The Coco Loco Band. Individual tickets are $80 or tables of 10 can be purchased by calling Easter Seals at 686-1177 ext. 2321. All proceeds support the Easter Seals' mission.
Saturday, June 21 @ Three Sisters Park, Chillicothe
Try your hand at weaving, quilting, carving, stamping, pottery and jewelry making at the Folk Art Festival from 10am to 2pm on June 21st. Artists will be demonstrating and selling their wares and mini-workshops will be available for a small fee to benefit the Folk Art School. Admission is free. For more information, call 274-8837 or visit threesisterspark.com.
Saturday, June 21 @ Logan Recreation Center, Peoria
Commemorate an historic event with the Juneteenth Celebration from 4 to 6pm on June 21st. The annual holiday in 14 states in our country, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, observes the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. Enjoy speakers, games, music and food.
Wednesday, June 25 @ Hotel Pere Marquette, Peoria
The Heartland Heroes benefit for the Central Illinois Chapter of the American Red Cross will be held at 5:30pm on June 25th to honor individuals who impact the community through their extraordinary actions. The guest speaker will be Jim DeRose, head coach for Bradley University's soccer team. For more information call 677-7272, ext. 216
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