Dancing Under the Stars also takes place tonight at the Glen Oak Amphitheatre.  Brush up on your ballroom and the country line dancing on Peoria's only outdoor dance floor featuring big band and country music. Dancing begins at 7 pm and admission is free.  This week will feature Nancy West & the Collegues.

The 2009 edition of the annual CEFCU Jazz Series continues tonight on the RiverFront. Don't miss the Billy Cook Quintet performance at the CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing from 7:30 - 9:30 pm. The Landing bar will be open to serve beverages.  Admission is free.

Also tonight, the Peoria Chiefs take on the Lansing Lugnuts beginning at 7 pm at O'Brien Field.  The Chiefs will play the Lugnuts again Friday at 6:30 pm.  The Chiefs will face the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Saturday at 6:30 pm and Sunday at 2 pm. Tickets are $10 for Club Box, $9 for Box or $6 for Lawn and are available at the O'Brien Field box office, by phone at 866-698-4253 or online HERE.

On Friday, the Peoria Municipal Band Mini Band will perform beginning at 7:30 pm at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie. The Band will also perform Sunday beginning at 7:30 pm at the Glen Oak Amphitheatre.The band is conducted by David Vroman.

The annual Ham 'n Jam Fundraiser benefitting Crusaders for Kids which provides money for sick kids in the central Illinois area.  The event will be held at Expo Gardens with gates opening at 6 pm on Friday and 4 pm on Saturday.  Tickets for Friday are $10 at the gate only.  Tickets for Saturday are $25 at the gate or $20 in advance at all Coop Records locations.  Headlining band on Saturday night is 38 Special.  There is also a motorcycle ride on Saturday with sign up from 9 am - 1 pm at Hooter's downtown.  Tickets for this are $20 and include the ride, concert admission, dinner and a t-shirt for the first 1,000 riders.  For more information including a listing of all the bands performing, go to Crusaders for Kids.

Hairbangers Ball, a tribute band for "The Decade of Decadence", is ready to rock the RiverFront complete with monster hair, tattoos and leopard print spandex. The show will be held at the CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing on the Peoria RiverFront beginning at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $7 per person.  The Landing bar will be open to serve beverages.

The Metamora Community Band will perform Friday as a part of the Summer Concerts in the Park series from 7:30 - 9 pm at the Metamora Park on the Square. Bring lawn chairs.

 Todd Yohn has been one of the Jukebox's favorite performers for 7 years and a friend of the "Bob and Tom Show" for much longer. In fact, Tom Griswald of "Bob and Tom" called Todd Yohn "by far the funniest live comedian show anyone will ever see". He is one of their "legends", delivering a non-stop mix of "silly and dirty" stand-up, improv, and music such as his comedy classic "Orange Barrels". Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 8 and 10:30 pm. Tickets are $15 except for the Friday late show, which is just $10. Todd's show is rated R. For more information, call 673-5853 or click HERE.

Rep. Mike Smith is hosting a Community Shred Day at 312 Derby St. in Pekin on Friday from 9 am to 12 pm. Companies or individuals can bring papers, computer disks, tapes or hard drives to be destroyed by AAA Certified Confidential Security Corporation to prevent identity theft. Call 353-6276 or 647-7479 for more information.

The Wailers will perform at Reggae on the Riverfront on the CEFCU Stage at the Landing in downtown Peoria beginning at 7 pm. Admission is $30 at the gate or $25 in advance available by calling 800-594-TIXX, all Coop Records locations or online HERE.

Whitney's Walk for Life is Saturday morning beginning at 8 am at Jubilee State Park .  Founded by the family and friends of Whitney Grotts following her death by suicide in 2004, Whitney's Walk For Life was created to increase awareness about the tragedy of teen suicide. For more information, call 692-1766 or click HERE.

On Saturday, Pekin Main Street anticipates over 800 antique and classic cars, trucks and bikes for their 5th annual Super Cruise from 3 - 9 pm along Court Street and around the Courthouse Square in historic downtown Pekin. Over eight downtown blocks will be closed and reserved for the display cars.  A live band stage will be located on Court Street. Several food and auto vendors, beer tent and soda will be available for purchase. Admission and vehicle display is free. For more information, go to Pekin Main Street Cruise In.

On Saturday, the All Saints Greek Orthodox Church Dinner Benefit to raise money for the Family House, which provides affordable housing for families of patients in Peoria-area hospitals, will be held at the church. The cost is $40 for a prime rib dinner, including appetizer, salad, potato, vegetable, beverage and dessert. Tickets can be reserved by calling 685-5300.

Peoria's RiverFront Market features Illinois grown produce, local meats, cheeses, fresh breads, herbs, and flowers...plus a great selection of local art including jewelry, pottery, wood-turned items, candles, and much more every Saturday morning from 8 a.m. - Noon along Peoria's beautiful RiverFront.  For more information, call 671-5555 or click HERE.

The Old Time Folk and Country Jam takes place Sunday at Forest Park Nature Center from 3:30 - 5 pm. Meet other musicians and learn some new songs. Music lovers of all ages are encouraged to come, listen and enjoy. Admission is free; however, donations are requested. For more information on either event, call 686-3360.

Pioneer Days is Sunday at Sommer Park from 1- 4 pm. Experience the daily life of a rural Peorian in the mid-19th century by participating in blacksmithing, woodworking, gardening, and other activities. Admission is $2 per person, which includes hayrack rides. For more information, call 691-8423.