Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Peoria History Tours, Good Neighbor Days & Strawberry Festival
Published: Thu, 05/31/18
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The Annual Northminster Presbyterian
Church Rummage Sale (located at 10720 N. Knoxville Avenue in Peoria) will take place today (Thursday) through 7 pm, from 8 am - 5 pm on Friday and from 8 - 11 am on Saturday. All proceeds go to missions of the church. For more information, call 309-691-6322 or visit 
The Washington Good Neighbor Days
Festival will take place behind John Bearce Companies on Business on US RT 24 in Washington beginning at 5 pm tonight (Thursday), at 1 pm on Friday, 7 am on Saturday and at 11 am on Sunday. There will be a carnival, baby photo contest, a 5K and a 1 Mile Run/Walk, a pancake breakfast and many other activities. For more information including carnival wristband information, visit 
The Peoria Chiefs will take on Burlington
tonight (Thursday) beginning at 5 pm in a double header to make up a postponed game earlier in the season at Dozer Stadium. Individual tickets are $11 for advance dugout seating, $10 for advance field seating and $8 for lawn seats and are available at the Peoria Chiefs Box Office, by calling 309-680-4008 or online at 
An Informational Meeting
for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) will take place at the Morton Police Department (located at 375 W Birchwood St. in Morton) tonight (Thursday) from 5:30 - 7 pm. For more information, call 309-669-2939 or visit 
Magician Mitch Williams
will perform at Tannins and Hops (located at 619 A SW Water St. in Peoria) tonight (Thursday) from 6 - 8:30 pm. Williams is an international award winning sleight of hand artist who brings his magic right to your table. The password is "I hear this plays in Peoria". Admission is free. For more information, visit 
Pat Godwin will perform this weekend at
the Jukebox Comedy Club (located at 3527 W Farmington Rd. in Peoria). Tickets are $10 for the Thursday at 8 pm show and $15 for the remaining shows which are Friday and Saturday 7:30 pm and 9:45 pm and are available by calling 309-673-5853 or visiting 
Magic Men Live will be presented at the
Peoria Civic Center Theater tonight (Thursday) beginning at 8 pm. Tickets are $22.99, $42.99, $62.99, $77.99 and are available at the at the Civic Center box office, by calling 800- 745-3000, all Ticketmaster outlets or online at 
The Peoria Historical Society's Grandview
Drive & Springdale Cemetery Tour takes you along the spectacular views of the river from the world's most beautiful drive while seeing elegant homes of past and present Peorians then continues to the oldest chartered cemetery in the state of Illinois running every Friday in June at 11:30 am. The tour departs from the Exhibit A Gallery (located at 4607 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights). Cost is $15. For more information, call 309-674-1921 or visit 
A Sightseeing Cruise will take place on
the Spirit of Peoria from 2 - 3:30 pm Friday - Sunday plus at 11:30 am on Saturday. Tickets are $18 for adults, $16 for senior citizens, $11 for kids 4-15 and free for ages 3 & under and are available by calling 309-637-8000, at the dock or online at 
The CIAO First Fridays Artists' Tour
will take place on Friday from 5 - 9 pm at various locations including the Contemporary Art Center, Studios on Sheridan and the Prairie Center of the Arts where visitors can view artist demonstrations as well as purchase pieces. For a complete map, visit 
Live at the Five Spot at the Contemporary Art
Center will feature Cousin Eddie on Friday from 5:30 - 8:30 pm. Admission is $8 for members, $12 for non-members, $7 for student & senior members and $11 for student & senior non-members. Admission is $4 for members or $7 for non-members.
Salsa at the Contemporary Art Center will feature a dance lesson from 8:30 - 9:30 pm and open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero also on Friday from 9:30 pm - 12:30 am. Admission is $4 for members or $7 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6822 or visit 
The Cogs & Corsets Steampunk Festival
will take place in downtown Bloomington from 4 - 11:30 pm on Friday, 7 am - 11 pm on Saturday and from 9 am - 2 pm on Sunday. Featuring a market, tours, dining, sideshow entertainment, workshops in restored buildings from the 1860s - 1930s plus a costume contest, promenade, splendid teapot races and Makers Faire contestants, tickets range in price from $5 - $135 and are available at 
The Grapes of LAFF Comedy Fundraiser
for CRC Life will take place at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard (located at 33633 State Route 9 in Mackinaw) on Friday beginning at 6:30 pm. Featuring dinner, wine-tasting, the Grapes of Laff Comedy Show and live music, tickets are $55 per person with proceeds benefiting Colorectal Cancer Life. For more information and tickets, visit 
Patrick 'N Swayze will perform at the
CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing on Friday from 7 - 11 pm. Admission is $5 at the gate. For more information, visit 
Enjoy Peoria's evening skyline with a
Moonlight Cruise on the Spirit of Peoria beginning at 7:30 pm. Featuring live entertainment and a cash bar tickets are $23 for adults, $21 for senior citizens 55 and up, and $14 for kids aged 4 - 15 at the dock. For more information, call 309-637-8000 or visit 
The ICC Guest Artists Series will
present Catch A Wave, a Beach Boys Tribute Band, at ICC Performing Arts Center on the East Peoria campus on Friday at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students and are available at the box office, by calling 309-694-5136 or at 
The 16th Annual Bach Festival Opening
Concert will take place at Trinity Lutheran Church (located at 135 NE Randolph Ave. in Peoria) beginning at 7:30 pm. The festival continues through Sunday, 6/10. Admission is free. For more a full schedule and more information visit 
The RiverFront Market takes place on the
Peoria Riverfront every Saturday morning through September 29 from 8 am - Noon (located in the 200 Block of Water Street directly across from the Peoria Riverfront Museum) featuring local produce, meats, cheeses, breads, flowers, plus local art, live music, and demonstrations each week. For more information, visit 
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body:
Tips from the Latest Research will take place at the Alzheimer's Association office (located at 614 W. Glen Ave in Peoria) on Saturday beginning at 8:30 am. Admission is free and registration is required by calling 309-681-1100 or online at 
The Elmwood Strawberry Festival will be
held in downtown Elmwood on Saturday from 9 am - 4 pm. Featuring strawberry treats (such as strawberry pizza, strawberry shortcake, strawberry shake ups & strawberry jam), live entertainment, kids activities and crafts. Admission is free. For more information, click 
Canton Main Street's Art on Main Fine Arts
Festival will take place at Jones Park (located at 45 East Side Square in Canton) from 10 am - 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Featuring original art including paintings, drawings, jewelry, clay/ceramics, photography, glass, sculpture, textiles and woods plus live music and kids art activities, admission is free. For more information, visit 
The Tianguis Mexican Outdoor
Market will take place at the Casa de Arte (located at 306 Pecan in Peoria) on Saturday from 10 am - 2 pm. Enjoy music, food and vendors every Saturday through September. For more information, visit 
Sculpture Walk Peoria is hosting free
guided tours of the sculptures that are on display for 12 months on Washington Street between State and Fulton every Saturday through October 27. The tours will begin at the Peoria Riverfront Museum lobby beginning at 10 am and Noon. For special group or private tours at other times, call 309-676-2787. For more information about Sculpture Walk Peoria, visit 
The Old State Hospital Bazaar will take
place on the grounds of the Pollak Hospital (located at 4500 Enterprise Drive in Bartonville) on Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm. You'll find offerings from local artists and crafters, flea market and antique vendors plus rummage sale booths. Admission is free. For more information, click 
Hydrangea Experts will be at Green View
Garden Centers (located at 2700 W Cedar Hills Dr, Dunlap) on Saturday from 10 - 11 am. Learn how to identify your Hydrangea, secrets to achieving beautiful blooms, crucial Hydrangea maintenance information and more. Admission is free. For detailed event information, visit 
The Peoria Historical Society
Roll Out the Barrel Tour takes you through the earliest sections of downtown Peoria and into the Warehouse District where you'll discover facts about distilling in Peoria running every Saturday in June at 1:30 pm. The tour departs from the Caterpillar Visitors Center on the Peoria Riverfront. Cost is $15. For more information, call 309-674-1921 or click 
A Trivia Night Fundraiser
will take place at the Knights of Columbus Hall (located at on Radnor Rd. in Peoria) on Saturday at 6 pm. Hosted by Ten on the Wall, all proceeds will support the Greater Peoria Honor Flight. There will be a cash bar and you may bring your own food or snacks. Cost is $160 for a team of 8. To register, call 309-264-9387. For more information, click 
Concert in the Vineyard will present
Sweetwater at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard (located at 33633 State Route 9 in Mackinaw) on Saturday beginning at 7 pm. Admission is $5 or free for under 12. Bring a lawn chair or call to reserve deck seating for an additional $5 per person. You may bring your own foods just no beverages of any kind. Wine tasting and wine, beer, sodas, pizzas, cheese & crackers and chocolates for sale. For more information, visit 
Enjoy an old-fashioned Barn Dance at
Washington Middle School (located at 1100 N Main St. in Washington) on Saturday beginning at 7 pm. The string band "Too Old to be Controlled" will provide authentic old-time dance music and caller Jim Hicks will teach all the dances, so beginners are welcome. Admission is $7 with a $20 maximum for families at the door. You are invited to bring a snack to share. For more information and directions, call 309-444-7176 or 309-274-2228.
Enjoy Live Music at the Rhythm
Kitchen (located at 305 SW Water Street in Peoria) featuring Derel Monteith on Saturday night beginning at 7 pm each night. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
The ICC Guest Artists Series will
present Paperback Writer, a Beatles Tribute band, at ICC Performing Arts Center on the East Peoria campus on Saturday beginning at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students and are available at the box office, by calling 309-694-5136 or at 
Way Down Wanderers will perform at the
CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing on the Peoria Riverfront on Saturday beginning at 8 pm. Also performing are the Wooks and Moon Ruin. Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the gate and are available at 
The Peoria Playhouse 3rd
Birthday Bash: Pencils, Paint, and Play will take place at the Playhouse (located at 2218 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria) on Sunday from Noon - 5 pm. To celebrate the 3rd birthday of the museum, admission is pay what you'd like ($3 recommended) and will featured art activities plus the regular exhibits. For more information, visit 
A Quarter Auction to benefit Crohn's
& Colitis Foundation Of America will take place at the North Pekin Amvets (located at 660 Radio City Drive in Pekin) on Sunday beginning at 4:30 pm. For more information, email 
A Music Dinner Cruise will take place on
the Spirit of Peoria on Sunday from 6 - 8 pm. Featuring live music by Dave Karl Biehl as Kenny Rogers, tickets are $46 for adults, $23 for ages 4 - 15 and are available by calling 309-637-8000 or online at 
The
Peoria Municipal Band will perform on Sunday beginning at 7 pm at the Glen Oak Park Amphitheatre (located at 2218 N. Prospect in Peoria). Directed by Conductor David Vroman, admission is free. For more information, call 309-681-2854 or visit 
A Special Pre-Show
Carnival, Sunday Under The Sea, will take place on the Corn Stock Theatre Patio (located in Upper Bradley Park) on Sunday from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Featuring a meet-n-greet with The Little Mermaid characters, a food vendor, games, photo ops and more, admission is free with the purchase of a show for the Little Mermaid which begins at 7:30 pm. Tickets to the show are $22 for adults and $17 for students through high school and are available at the box office, by calling
309-676-2196 or online at