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Central Illinois Perspective - August 13, 2008

Nominate a leader!

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2008 class of 40 Leaders Under Forty!

InterBusiness Issues is searching for the next class of young leaders in the Peoria area.

We are looking for candidates who share a commitment to business growth, to professional excellence and to the community—those who are shaping the future of central Illinois.

Nominees must be 39 years of age and younger as of September 30, 2008. A panel of judges will carefully review the nominations and determine those leaders who most aptly demonstrate successful leadership qualities and accomplishments in the Greater Peoria Area—those who make a difference and best define the spirit of youthful initiative throughout our community.

Those 40 leaders will be honored at a prestigious awards ceremony at the Hotel Pere Marquette on Thursday, November 6, 2008. The November issue of iBi will profile the winners.

Nomination forms are available online at peoriamagazines.com and in the August and September issues of iBi. Nominations will be accepted through Monday, September 15th.

News

Peoria was named to the list of “The 50 Next Great Adventure Towns” in the recent “Next Best Places” issue of National Geographic Adventure. “These innovative towns aren’t just prime relocation spots right now, but are smart choices for the future,” says the piece. The magazine selected Peoria—the only Illinois city on the list—for its growing miles of mountain bike trails as well as the nightlife offerings on the riverfront.

Last week, the Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery at Proctor Hospital was featured in a national story on ABC News. Click here to read about the only in-patient facility in the country that treats patients for Internet addiction.

Eureka College will unveil the $2.1 million expansion and renovation of its Dickinson Commons dining hall at 10am on Thursday, August 14th. The public is invited to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The upgrade, led by Core Construction, replaced the original cafeteria, in use since the facility was built in 1961. For more information, call 467-6318.

Tickets are on sale now for the Fall Music Festival at Glen Oak Park: A Tribute to Dan Fogelberg, to be held from 2 to 9pm on September 13th. The event will feature great food provided by Echo Valley Meats, children’s activities provided by the Junior League of Peoria, Dan Fogelberg memorabilia on display, and lots of live music! John Sebastian, formerly of The Lovin’ Spoonful will headline the event. Disney’s Ralph’s World, sure to please children of all ages, will perform in the afternoon. The Peoria Acoustic All Stars, a roundtable of some of Peoria’s finest musicians, will perform A Tribute to Dan Fogelberg. Other artists include Lollester Rocket and David McDonald. Proceeds will go to support the Cancer Center for Healthy Living in memory of Dan Fogelberg and his fight with prostate cancer. For more information or to buy tickets, visit livemusicpeoria.org, visit area Co-Op Records locations, or call 1-800-514-3849.

Burlington Coat Factory is joining the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to help raise money to promote blood cancer research and awareness. The initiative, which runs through November 28th, will encourage area shoppers to purchase a balloon icon to support the cause and join the local team in the Light the Night community walk. To sign up for the walk or for more information about donating, contact Cheri Melissant at 683-3599.

Events

Wednesday, August 13 @ Peoria Riverfront
Celebrate the 27th anniversary of the Taste of Peoria, downstate’s premier outdoor food festival. Live entertainment on two stages from open to close. The event runs from 4 to 11pm with $2 admission and children under 12 free.

Friday, August 15 @ Bradley University
“Becoming a Leader,” a free workshop facilitated by Dr. Chuck Stoner and Tom Bower will take place from 8 to 10am in the Michel Student Center Ballroom. Continental breakfast will be served; open parking on campus. Register online at www.bradley.edu/continue/leader or call 677-4420.

Saturday, August 16 @ Spirit of Peoria
Rock the Boat 5 featuring Rachel’s Hippo will take place. Boarding begins at 7pm with a cruise on the Spirit of Peoria from 8 to 10pm. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity and the Peoria Jaycees. Tickets are $35 and available at Double A’s Pizza Pub, Rickets Salon Studio and Ritter’s Edward Jones Office.

Saturday, August 16 @ Luthy Botanical Garden
The Peoria Park District’s Luthy Botanical Garden celebrates summertime with the ninth annual “Rhythm in the Rainforest,” a night of cool jazz with Preston Jackson, scrumptious hors d’oeuvres and more, from 6:30 to 9pm. Tickets are available at the Garden--$15/20 (member/non-member) in advance or $25 on day of event. For more information, call 686-3362.

Saturday, August 16 @ Shoppes at Grand Prairie
Sample over 20 different wines and light hors d’oeuvres at the 4th annual Catholic Charities Wine Tasting from 5 to 7pm in the Center Court. $10 donation at the door. Call 636-8017 for more information.