Spooky Stuff, Itoo Supper, Wizard of Oz & More

Published: Thu, 10/29/09

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November 6 - 7 pm

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Tues. 11/3
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Wizard of Oz

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Musical Mark, a children's singer-songwriter from Ohio, will perform his "Batsongs" at Forest Park Nature Center tonight at 7 pm. Admission is $7 for adults, and $6 for kids 12 and younger.

Enjoy Hayrides and Hotdogs at Sommer Park tonight from 5 - 7 pm. For a small fee enjoy food, Hayrack rides, activities and musical entertainment. Costumes are strongly encouraged. Admission is $6 for ages 11+; $4 for ages 3-10 or $25 maximum for the same household family.

Fredonia Fright Fest, a safe, free trick-or-treat event for kids will be from 5 - 7 pm on Friday in the 1400 & 1500 blocks of Fredonia Avenue near Bradley University's campus. Free candy, games and an age-appropriate haunted house are the main events, sponsored by Bradley University Greek Community.

Enjoy Not-Too-Scary Stories at Campfire Circle on Friday at 7 pm at Forest Park Nature Center. Hot cocoa and coffee provided. Costumes are welcome, and donations accepted.

Southside Cindy & the Slip-Tones will perform at the Contemporary Art Center 's Live at the Five Spot Friday from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Tickets are $7 for members and $10 for non-members. This week's Live at the Five Spot will feature a costume contest with prizes. For more information, call 674-6822.

The Haunted Masquerade Ball will be presented by the Peoria Jaycees on Friday from 7 pm - Midnight at Ravina on the Lakes. The event includes costume contest, live entertainment, haunted hayrack ride, and bonfire. Tickets are $55 per person or $100 per couple. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit Peoria Jaycees website or call 685-9312.

Witches Walk at Fondulac Farm Park continues Friday and Saturday from 6 - 8 pm. Enjoy the luminary "Witches Walk" while experiencing the spooky sights and sounds of the season. Admission is $2.50 for children and $3 for adults.

Spider Hill at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe is back this weekend on Friday and Saturday. Gates open at 6 pm, activities begin at 7 pm and run through 11 pm each night. Tickets are $8 per attraction or wristbands for all attractions are $20. Call for more information 274-8837 or click to go to the Spider Hill website.

The Dungeon of Darkness Haunted Attraction located in the old Steve and Barrys on Veterans Drive in Pekin will be open Friday & Saturday from 7 pm - Midnight. Admission is $8.

Donnie Baker and the Pork Pistols will perform Friday and Saturday at the Jukebox Comedy Club. Showtimes will be 8 pm and 10:30 pm both nights. Tickets are $19 or $18 with cash.

The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the popular midnight movie phenomenon, returns this Friday and Saturday at Peoria Players Theatre. Dress as your favorite character, bring props and get ready to "do the Time Warp again". All seats $15, showtime is midnight. Call 688-4473 or visit Peoria Players website for more info and tickets.

ci-creative will host a Halloween Makeup Fundraiser on Saturday at the Shoppes at Grand Praiaire. Come let local theatrical makeup artists give your Halloween costuming the finishing touch. Adult Fees will begin at $10.  Also, bring your children in costume to the Shoppes at Grand Prairie on Saturday from 1 - 4 pm for treats from participating stores.

Peoria's Largest Halloween Party will be held at the Hotel Pere Marquette on Saturday night with doors opening at 7 pm, live music featuring Rachel's Hippo beginning at 8 pm and running through midnight. Advance tickets are $10 and are available at the Rock 107 Studios. Call 673-3700 for more information.

The Itoo Society's 82nd Annual Itoo Supper is Sunday beginning at 11 am featuring their popular Family-style traditional Lebanese and American all-you-can-eat dinner. Carry outs will also be available. For more information, call 676-9725.

Don't forget that Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday. Set your clocks back 1 hour. Fire officials recommend that this is a good time to replace the batteries in all smoke detectors in your home too.

The 12th Annual Sports Auction & Card Show to benefit Youth Sports in Peoria will take place at the RiverPlex on Sunday from 10 am - 3 pm. Sports card vendors will be set up to buy, sell, or trade their sports cards and collectibles. The live auction will begin at 2 pm and include autographed sports memorabilia and season tickets. Admission is $1 for adults, kids 12 & under are free. To purchase raffle tickets or for more information, call 681-2868.

The Wizard of Oz Broadway tour comes to the Peoria Civic Center Theatre on Tuesday & Wednesday beginning at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25, $50 and $57 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com.  Citylink will be running Park & Ride for these performances.