Peoria County Events
Chronicle Media Staff — March 28, 2017MARCH 31
Sign Up for Tabletop Terrariums Workshop
Event is Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m.
Green View Garden Center, 2700 W. Cedar Hills Drive, Dunlap
Price is based on the size of your terrarium
The deadline for signing up for the workshop is March 31. For more information, call (309) 243-7761.
Hands All Around Quilt Guild Show
Friday, all day
Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center, 1413 Leslie Drive, Bloomington
$5
The theme for this year’s show is, “Look What We’ve Learned.” For more information, call (309) 827-2308.
APRIL 1
Polka Time Dinner Dance
Saturday, 5-8 p.m.
Lindenhof, 7601 N. Harker Drive, Peoria
$12 adults; $6 kids 7-12
Eddie Korosa, Jr. will provide the polka music at the dinner buffet that includes German foods. Only cash and checks accepted. For more information, call (309) 691-7484.
Why Is Dieting So Hard?
Saturday, 10 a.m.
Alpha Park Library, 3527 S. Airport Road, Bartonville
An instructor from Methodist College will discuss the latest scientific evidence in food and diets. Event is open to adults and registration is required by calling (309) 697-3822, Ext. 13.
Microsculpture Exhibit
Opens Saturday
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington
Free with admission to the museum
Levon Biss’s large format photographs allow guests to see insects in amazing detail. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.
Super Saturday at the Museum: Minerals
Saturday, 1:30-2:30
Lobby, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington
Free with regular paid museum admission
Join knowledgeable museum staff and volunteers exploring the science of minerals. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.
Maple Syrup Workshop and Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon
Camp Wokanda, 620 E. Boy Scout Road, Chillicothe
$10; children under 12 $5
Fill up on pancakes and syrup, and then take a tour to learn how maple syrup is processed and collected on site. For more information, call (309) 579-2157.
Trivia Game Night at the Winery
Saturday, 6-9 p.m.
Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, 33633 State Rt. 9
$5 per person to play
Players match their wits in a strictly for fun game of trivia. Teams can be a maximum of four players. For more information, call (309) 645-5054.
St. Jude Run’s Karaoke Night at McMahon’s
Saturday, 8 p.m.-midnight
McMahon’s Pines & Plates, 80 Sunnyland Plaza, Washington
Free
The entire day’s proceeds will be donated to St. Jude. For more information, email katie@themcmahongroup.net.
APRIL 2
Ensemble Concert at ICC
Sunday, 2 p.m.
Life Together Center, 3625 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria
$10; students $5
The Spring Concert features Youth Symphony student musicians in the Honors String Quartet. In addition, a Bass Master Class will be taught by Brandon Mooberry. For more information, call (309) 370-6424.
Opening Day for Peoria Professional Baseball
Sunday, 5:30 p.m.
Dozer Stadium, 730 SW Jefferson
$15
Cardinals vs. Cubs 2017 Peoria Chiefs Opening Day Party will include an all-you-can-eat buffet. For more information, call (309) 680-4008.
APRIL 4
Riverdance Comes to Peoria
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson St.
$40-$84
The 20th Anniversary World Tour of Riverdance will be at the Peoria Civic Center. For tickets visit www1.ticketmaster.com.
Educator Open House & Teacher Tuesday
Tuesday, 4:30-7 p.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington
Free for educators with school ID or affiliation
Teachers engage in discussions and demonstrations, learn about new and innovative programs taking place in the Peoria area. Advanced registration required by calling (309) 686-7000.
APRIL 5
Relax Under the Stars
Wednesday, noon-1 p.m.
Dome Planetarium, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington
Free
Adults can spend a calming hour in the planetarium while they enjoy their lunch. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.