Rivermen, Mickey's Rockin' Road Show, Turkey Trot & Darius Rucker
Published: Thu, 11/18/10
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Sky Harbor Steakhouse will host its 29th Annual Holiday Wine Party tonight (Thursday) with complimentary wine and cheese being served from 5 pm until close. Live music will be provided by Jim Taylor from 7 - 10 pm. Representatives from Kickapoo Creek Vineyards and Wirtz Beverage will also be on site to answer questions. Reservations suggested but not required
We Need A Little More Christmas, an original Christmas revue featuring lots of seasonal music and comedy, continues at the Barn 2 Dinner Theatre in Goodfield this weekend. Showtimes are tonight (Thursday), Friday & Saturday (doors open at 6 pm, buffet at 6:30 pm, and show at 8 pm) and on Sunday (doors & the buffet open at noon, show is at 1:30 pm). Prices are $30 for Thursdays, $32 for Fridays and Sunday brunch and $34 for Saturdays. For more information, call 965-2545 or go to www.barn2.com
subUrbia, a play by Eric Bogosian and presented by the Bradley University Theatre Department at Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts continues this weekend beginning at 8 pm tonight (Thursday) through Saturday and at 2:30 pm on Sunday. Tickets for tonight's (Thursday's) show are all $7 and the rest of the performances are $14 for the general public, $12 for faculty, staff and senior citizens and $7 for students and are available at the Bradley University Theatre Box Office or by phone at 677-2650.
Corn Stock's Winter Playhouse presents Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead at the Corn Stock Theatre Center with performances at 7:30 pm tonight (Thursday), Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $10 for adults or $7 for students with ID and are available at the Corn Stock Box Office, by calling 676-2196 or online at www.CornStockTheatre.org
Crimes of the Heart will be performed at the ICC Performing Arts Center at 7:30 pm tonight (Thursday), Friday and Saturday and at 2:30 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $7 for general admission and $3 for students & senior citizens and are available at the ICC Box Office or by calling 694-5136. For more information, visit www.ArtsAtICC.com
Lyfe on Water Street, an open mic for poetry, runs from 7 - 9 pm tonight (Thursday) at the Contemporary Art Center where you can come with your talent or just to watch. Share a poem, dramatically read Shakespeare or perform your latest musical composition. Admission is $4 for CAC Members or $7 for non-members. For more information, call 674-6822
Contemporary Art Center will host Live at the Five Spot on Friday from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Contemporary Art Center. This week will feature Preston Jackson and Friends. Admission is $7 for members, $10 for non-members, $6 for student & senior members, student & senior non-members are $3 ages 16 & younger.
International award winning sleight of hand artist Mitch Williams brings his unforgettable, mind blowing close up magic to the Whammy Bar in downtown Peoria tonight (Thursday) from 5:30 - 8 pm.
The Luthy Botanical Garden's Annual Poinsettia Show opens Friday and runs through Friday, December 31st. Regular Conservatory hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 am - 7 pm and Sundays from 12 - 5 pm. The Garden is closed on Mondays. Visit the Conservatory, where a tropical collection blends with hundreds of poinsettias to create a wonderland unmatched anywhere in Peoria. Conservatory admission will be waived during the holidays, although donations are always accepted
The 35th Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Luncheon will be held Friday in the Peoria Civic Center Ballroom from 11:45 am - 1:30 pm. Tickets are $45 for Chamber members and $65 for non-members. Call 495-5914 or visit www.peoriachamber.org to purchase tickets. The keynote speaker is Dr. Sara Rusch of the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria. The Tom Connor Award for Volunteer Community Service will also be presented at this event.
Enjoy the Candlelight Walks at Luthy Botanical Gardens featuring the Garden's Poinsettia Show at night, under the warm glow of hundreds of candles, while enjoying live performances of holiday music from 7 - 9 pm every Friday & Saturday from November 19 - December 18 except on Saturday, December 4. Conservatory admission is waived during the holidays: donations will be accepted.
The Peoria Rivermen will take on the Abbotsford Heat at the Peoria Civic Center Arena on both Friday and Saturday night beginning at 7:05 pm. On Sunday, the Rivermen will face the Rockford Ice Hogs at home at 3:05 pm. Tickets range from $10 to $25 and are available at the Civic Center Box Office, by calling 676-1040, at any Ticketmaster outlet or online at Ticketmaster.com
Emo Philips returns to the Jukebox Comedy Club this weekend with shows at 8 pm and 10:30 pm on Friday and Saturday. Ticket prices are $16 or $15 with cash except for the Friday late show which is $13 or $12 with cash. This show is rated - R (mild).
Get a jump on your holiday shopping with the Home Party Bazaar at the RiverPlex on Saturday from 9 am - 2 pm. Enjoy products from home-based parties under one roof. Companies will feature items for your home, family, health and beauty and includes candles, pottery, baskets, jewelry, and more. For more information, call 282-1508.
DIVA Florist (located at 63 E Fort Street in Farmington) will host their annual Holiday Open House this Saturday from 9 am - 4 pm. Enjoy homemade refreshments, special deals and holiday discounts throughout the day.
The Taft Homes Food Pantry will host a Christmas Vendor Event at St Paul's Episcopal Cathedral on Saturday from 10 am - 3 pm featuring over 25 vendors as well as many crafters. Admission is free. A raffle plus a collection for toys and pet food for animals and families who are in need of assistance during the holidays will be taken during the event. For more information, call 550-0163.
Lakeview Museum will host a Member's Weekend full of prizes, refreshments, and special events at the Museum as a thank you to their members for their support. The event is also open to the public and is a great chance to check out what the Museum offers.
See the John James Audubon exhibit and enjoy special Illinois Wildlife Animal Shows on Saturday and Sunday at noon. A special children's art project will be available from noon - 2 pm plus there will be live music in the galleries on Saturday from 2 - 4 pm. There will also be raffle prizes, special planetarium shows, and more. Regular general museum admission prices are $6 for adult non-members, $5 for seniors 60+ and $4 for youth 3-17. Planetarium shows are $4 for adults and $3.50 for seniors 60+ or youth 3-17. Laser Light show admission is $5 per person and combo tickets are available. Your regular admission may be applied to a membership after viewing the exhibit or planetarium show. For more information, visit www.lakeview-museum.org
The kids will enjoy riding on Shoppe-A-Long, the giant 25 ft. rocking horse at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie this holiday season. Shoppe-A-Long seats up to 6 people comfortably and is rocked daily by local fundraising organizations: all proceeds go to those organizations. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 3 pm - 9 pm, Saturday 12 pm - 9 pm, and Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm.
Disney Live! Mickey's Rockin' Road Show will be held in the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm. Tickets are $18, $25, $40 and $52 and are on sale now at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at Ticketmaster.com
Starting fifteen minutes before every show, sing, dance and play along at the Playhouse Disney Pre-Show Party. This interactive experience features a live host and video highlights from "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse," "Handy Manny," "Imagination Movers," "Special Agent Oso" and "Jungle Junction." Admission is free to all ticket holders.
An Elvis & Beatles Show will be presented at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Saturday night beginning at 7 pm (doors open at 6 pm). Tickets are $35 for reserved floor seating and include a "Meet Elvis & the Beatles reception", $20 for mezzanine seating or $15 for balcony seating. Add $15 per ticket to include reception privileges. Tickets may be purchased in advance at 400 NE Perry from 9 am - 1 pm Monday - Friday. For more information, visit www.alhull.biz/elvibeetle.htm or call 341-1950.
The Vanessa Davis Band will perform Saturday night at the Cornerstone Building in downtown Peoria with opening act First Class Ticket beginning at 7 pm. Admission is $25 at the door or $22 in advance at Moon Dancer in Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Coop Records. For more information www.thecornerstonebuilding.com
Willett's Winery & Cellar in Manito will host a Murder Mystery Dinner presented by Upstage Productions. The evening begins with a social hour at 6 pm followed by the start of the 3 course dinner between 6:30 - 7 pm. The show includes some adult humor and is presented between courses of the meal. Tickets are $40 per person. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Call 968-7070 to reserve your tickets.
The Par-a-Dice Casino will present Live MMA Cage Fighting in their Hotel Ballroom on Saturday with doors opening at 7 pm and fights at 8 pm & 10 pm. Reserved seating is $30 & general admission seating is $20 or $25 at the door. For tickets or more information, call 309-698-6083.
The 40th Annual Turkey Trot will begin at 1 pm Sunday at Detweiller Park. A Youth Fun Run for boys and girls ages 12 and under will begin at 12:45 pm. Race day registration will be between noon and 1 pm. Visit www.peoriaparks.org for a printable registration form. Registration forms will also be available at all Peoria Kroger stores, Running Central and all Peoria Park District facilities. For more information, call 681-2866.
On Sunday from 1:30 - 2 pm, Forest Park Nature Center will host Animal Encounters, which will give you a new respect for some "critters" who definitely don't fit into the cute, furry or cuddly mold, but are nonetheless some of nature's greatest creatures. Admission is free, however donations are appreciated. November's featured animals are insects & spiders.
Darius Rucker will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Sunday beginning at 7 pm. Tickets are $35, $45 and $55 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
Bradley Basketball
Peoria Civic Center Arena Wednesday, November 24
Buses leave Junction City,
Evergreen Square and Shoppes
at Grand Prairie at 6:30 pm
Sky Harbor Steakhouse will host its 29th Annual Holiday Wine Party tonight (Thursday) with complimentary wine and cheese being served from 5 pm until close. Live music will be provided by Jim Taylor from 7 - 10 pm. Representatives from Kickapoo Creek Vineyards and Wirtz Beverage will also be on site to answer questions. Reservations suggested but not required
We Need A Little More Christmas, an original Christmas revue featuring lots of seasonal music and comedy, continues at the Barn 2 Dinner Theatre in Goodfield this weekend. Showtimes are tonight (Thursday), Friday & Saturday (doors open at 6 pm, buffet at 6:30 pm, and show at 8 pm) and on Sunday (doors & the buffet open at noon, show is at 1:30 pm). Prices are $30 for Thursdays, $32 for Fridays and Sunday brunch and $34 for Saturdays. For more information, call 965-2545 or go to 
subUrbia, a play by Eric Bogosian and presented by the Bradley University Theatre Department at Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts continues this weekend beginning at 8 pm tonight (Thursday) through Saturday and at 2:30 pm on Sunday. Tickets for tonight's (Thursday's) show are all $7 and the rest of the performances are $14 for the general public, $12 for faculty, staff and senior citizens and $7 for students and are available at the Bradley University Theatre Box Office or by phone at 677-2650.
Corn Stock's Winter Playhouse presents Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead at the Corn Stock Theatre Center with performances at 7:30 pm tonight (Thursday), Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $10 for adults or $7 for students with ID and are available at the Corn Stock Box Office, by calling 676-2196 or online at 
Crimes of the Heart will be performed at the ICC Performing Arts Center at 7:30 pm tonight (Thursday), Friday and Saturday and at 2:30 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $7 for general admission and $3 for students & senior citizens and are available at the ICC Box Office or by calling 694-5136. For more information, visit 
Lyfe on Water Street, an open mic for poetry, runs from 7 - 9 pm tonight (Thursday) at the Contemporary Art Center where you can come with your talent or just to watch. Share a poem, dramatically read Shakespeare or perform your latest musical composition. Admission is $4 for CAC Members or $7 for non-members. For more information, call 674-6822
International award winning sleight of hand artist Mitch Williams brings his unforgettable, mind blowing close up magic to the Whammy Bar in downtown Peoria tonight (Thursday) from 5:30 - 8 pm.
The Luthy Botanical Garden's Annual Poinsettia Show opens Friday and runs through Friday, December 31st. Regular Conservatory hours are Tuesday-Saturday from 10 am - 7 pm and Sundays from 12 - 5 pm. The Garden is closed on Mondays. Visit the Conservatory, where a tropical collection blends with hundreds of poinsettias to create a wonderland unmatched anywhere in Peoria. Conservatory admission will be waived during the holidays, although donations are always accepted
The 35th Annual Community Thanksgiving Day Luncheon will be held Friday in the Peoria Civic Center Ballroom from 11:45 am - 1:30 pm. Tickets are $45 for Chamber members and $65 for non-members. Call 495-5914 or visit 
Enjoy the Candlelight Walks at Luthy Botanical Gardens featuring the Garden's Poinsettia Show at night, under the warm glow of hundreds of candles, while enjoying live performances of holiday music from 7 - 9 pm every Friday & Saturday from November 19 - December 18 except on Saturday, December 4. Conservatory admission is waived during the holidays: donations will be accepted.
The Peoria Rivermen will take on the Abbotsford Heat at the Peoria Civic Center Arena on both Friday and Saturday night beginning at 7:05 pm. On Sunday, the Rivermen will face the Rockford Ice Hogs at home at 3:05 pm. Tickets range from $10 to $25 and are available at the Civic Center Box Office, by calling 676-1040, at any Ticketmaster outlet or online at 
Emo Philips returns to the Jukebox Comedy Club this weekend with shows at 8 pm and 10:30 pm on Friday and Saturday. Ticket prices are $16 or $15 with cash except for the Friday late show which is $13 or $12 with cash. This show is rated - R (mild).
Get a jump on your holiday shopping with the Home Party Bazaar at the RiverPlex on Saturday from 9 am - 2 pm. Enjoy products from home-based parties under one roof. Companies will feature items for your home, family, health and beauty and includes candles, pottery, baskets, jewelry, and more. For more information, call 282-1508.
DIVA Florist (located at 63 E Fort Street in Farmington) will host their annual Holiday Open House this Saturday from 9 am - 4 pm. Enjoy homemade refreshments, special deals and holiday discounts throughout the day.
The Taft Homes Food Pantry will host a Christmas Vendor Event at St Paul's Episcopal Cathedral on Saturday from 10 am - 3 pm featuring over 25 vendors as well as many crafters. Admission is free. A raffle plus a collection for toys and pet food for animals and families who are in need of assistance during the holidays will be taken during the event. For more information, call 550-0163.
Lakeview Museum will host a Member's Weekend full of prizes, refreshments, and special events at the Museum as a thank you to their members for their support. The event is also open to the public and is a great chance to check out what the Museum offers.
The kids will enjoy riding on Shoppe-A-Long, the giant 25 ft. rocking horse at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie this holiday season. Shoppe-A-Long seats up to 6 people comfortably and is rocked daily by local fundraising organizations: all proceeds go to those organizations. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 3 pm - 9 pm, Saturday 12 pm - 9 pm, and Sunday 12 pm - 6 pm.
Disney Live! Mickey's Rockin' Road Show will be held in the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm. Tickets are $18, $25, $40 and $52 and are on sale now at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at 
An Elvis & Beatles Show will be presented at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Saturday night beginning at 7 pm (doors open at 6 pm). Tickets are $35 for reserved floor seating and include a "Meet Elvis & the Beatles reception", $20 for mezzanine seating or $15 for balcony seating. Add $15 per ticket to include reception privileges. Tickets may be purchased in advance at 400 NE Perry from 9 am - 1 pm Monday - Friday. For more information, visit 
The Vanessa Davis Band will perform Saturday night at the Cornerstone Building in downtown Peoria with opening act First Class Ticket beginning at 7 pm. Admission is $25 at the door or $22 in advance at Moon Dancer in Shoppes at Grand Prairie and Coop Records. For more information 
Willett's Winery & Cellar in Manito will host a Murder Mystery Dinner presented by Upstage Productions. The evening begins with a social hour at 6 pm followed by the start of the 3 course dinner between 6:30 - 7 pm. The show includes some adult humor and is presented between courses of the meal. Tickets are $40 per person. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Call 968-7070 to reserve your tickets.
The Par-a-Dice Casino will present Live MMA Cage Fighting in their Hotel Ballroom on Saturday with doors opening at 7 pm and fights at 8 pm & 10 pm. Reserved seating is $30 & general admission seating is $20 or $25 at the door. For tickets or more information, call 309-698-6083. 
The 40th Annual Turkey Trot will begin at 1 pm Sunday at Detweiller Park. A Youth Fun Run for boys and girls ages 12 and under will begin at 12:45 pm. Race day registration will be between noon and 1 pm. Visit 
On Sunday from 1:30 - 2 pm, Forest Park Nature Center will host Animal Encounters, which will give you a new respect for some "critters" who definitely don't fit into the cute, furry or cuddly mold, but are nonetheless some of nature's greatest creatures. Admission is free, however donations are appreciated. November's featured animals are insects & spiders.
Darius Rucker will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Sunday beginning at 7 pm. Tickets are $35, $45 and $55 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 1-800-745-3000 and online at 
