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News
Come out and hear what your candidates for state’s attorney have to say. The Peoria County State’s Attorney Candidate Forum between Kevin Lyons and Darin LaHood will be held next Wednesday, October 1st, in The Heartland Partnership Board Room, 100 SW Water St. Seats are limited. For more information, visit peoriachamber.org or call Renee Charles at 495-5905 or Ashley Pampel at 495-5974.
The Peoria Art Guild hosts its 46th annual Fine Art Fair this weekend, beginning at 10am and ending at 5pm on Saturday and Sunday. The fair is nationally recognized as one of the top in the country with an anticipated audience of 40,000. 150 artists from across the U.S. will showcase and sell works of art in jewelry, painting, photography, ceramics, wood, glass, mixed media, metal and fiber. Admission is $5 for the entire weekend, and children 16 years and under are free. For more information, call 637-2787.
A Build the Block news conference will be held on Monday, September 29th, at 1:30pm in the Cotillion Ballroom at the Hotel Pere Marquette. The Peoria Riverfront Museum Collaborators will announce plans for The Street gallery. Speakers include Brad McMillan, Museum Collaboration Group; Congressman Ray LaHood; Marilyn Leyland, Peoria Historical Society; John Parks, Peoria Regional Museum Society; Margie White, African American Hall of Fame Museum; and Michael Bryant, CEO Roundtable.
The Peoria Medical Alliance’s Cook’s Tour of Peoria will be held on Thursday, September 25th, from 10am to 7pm. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour five beautiful kitchens in the Peoria area that have been decorated with table settings, floral arrangements and embellishments by Peoria merchants and florist. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. For more information, visit www.cookstourpeoria.com.
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Kudos
ArtsPartners of Central Illinois named Dr. George and Norma Kottemann as the recipients of the 2008 ArtsPartner of the Year award. The couple was nominated for their devoted support of the arts in Peoria. They accepted the award at the ArtsPartners Annual Meeting on September 17th.
Illinois Central College will release the book Role Models: Profiles of Successful African American Professionals in Peoria, Illinois during a reception on Thursday, September 25th, at the Gateway Building in Peoria. The book features 126 black professionals who live and work in Peoria and is part of the ICC Role Model Project. The book sells for $20 with all proceeds to support mentoring programs at ICC and in the local community. For more information, contact the ICC Diversity Department at (309) 694-5515.
The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) announced that the Peoria Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission. To be accredited, Peoria Zoo underwent a thorough investigation to insure it has and will continue to meet ever-rising standards, which include animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education and safety. “Peoria Zoo was granted AZA accreditation because it meets high standards in every aspect of its operations,” said AZA President/CEO Jim Maddy. “Peoria should be proud to have one of the top zoos in North America as a valuable community asset.”
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Events
Friday, September 26th @ eServ, 8200 N Allen Road
It’s that time again…start your engines and race “The eServ Track” for Junior Achievement of Central Illinois in the 2008 ePrix. To sign up, contact Cori Becker at (630) 364-4800 or cbecker@eserv.biz, or Jill Donahue at (309) 740-7402 or jdonahue@eserv.biz.
Friday, September 26th @ Wildlife Prairie State Park
Giddy up out to the park for the 30th Anniversary Roundup and Fundraiser from 5pm to 9pm. Musician Dan Everhart will appear live in concert. Western attire is encouraged for a fine time with delicious vittles and fun surprises. Admission is $30 for adult member, $40 for adult non-members, $15 for child members and $20 for child non-members. Show your support for the park! For more information, call 676-0998.
Friday, September 26th @ Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino
Eggs & Issues resumes with a Legislative Panel Discussion. State Senators Dave Koehler and Bill Brady, along with State Representative David Leitch will discuss local and state issues. Doors at 7am, breakfast at 7:30, and presentation at 8am. To register, call the East Peoria Chamber at 699-6212 or visit www.epcc.org.
Saturday, September 27th @ Old Peoria State Hospital Grounds
Don’t miss the Save the Bowen’s 1st annual fundraiser from 11am to 2pm in front of the Bowen (Administration) building on Pfeiffer Road in Bartonville, Illinois. Authors Gary Lisman, Troy Taylor and Rob Conover will sign books. Enjoy door prizes, a special ghost hunt for a few lucky individuals and much more. For more information, visit www.savethebowen.com.
Saturday, September 27th @ RiverPlex
Support brain tumor research at the sixth annual Mark Linder Walk for the Mind. Participate in a one-mile walk along the Riverfront beginning at the RiverPlex, 600 NE Water Street. Registration is from 7:30 to 8:45am and the walk begins at 9am, rain or shine. The entry fee is $20. For more information, call 925-3919 or visit www.marklinderwalkforthemind.com.
Saturday, September 27th @ Proctor Hospital
The Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery and the Proctor Health Care Foundation announce Recovery Walks! 2008. The walk benefits the Ameel Rashid Scholarship for treatment of individuals and families affected by addiction. The walk will be held from 10am to 2pm and includes a one-mile or 5k walk. Refreshments will be served and there will be exhibits and a silent auction. Registration is $15 per person, $10 for children 12 and under and $40 per family. For more information, call 693-0414.
Tuesday, September 30th @ Holiday Inn City Center
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxillary presents the 56th annual Style Show “Hold On To Your Hat.” There will be two separate shows, the luncheon show at 11:30am and the evening dessert show at 7:30pm. Tickets are $30 for the luncheon show and $15 for the dessert show. All proceeds support the Salvation Army. For more information, call 655-1331.
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