Peoria County Events

by Chronicle Media
The Inimitable Winston Churchill, Thursday, 9:30 a.m. Peoria Riverfront Museum.

The Inimitable Winston Churchill, Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum.

NOV.  10

 

Indoor Sports Photography

Thursdays, November 10-December 8; 5:30-7:30 p.m.

ICC North Campus, 5407 N. University, Peoria

$80

Learn some of the tricks and tips for getting great sports shots. Participants need to have a telephoto lens and a monopod.  For more information, call (309) 690-6800.

 

The Inimitable Winston Churchill

Thursday, 9:30 a.m.

Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington

$12 adults; $5 students

Dr. Elliot Engel will use anecdotes, analysis and large doses of humor to detail Winston Churchill. For more information, visit FineArtsSociety.net.

 

NOV. 10-13

 

Peoria Players Presents ‘A Christmas Story’

Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m.

4300 N. University St., Peoria

$19 adults; $12 youths under 20.

The musical follows Ralphie and his family in their Christmas adventures. For more information, call (309) 688-4473.

 

NOV.  11

 

Curtis & Loretta in Concert

Friday, 7 p.m.

Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Drive

$10 adults; $8 youths

Acoustic folk music duo provide harmonies and unique songwriting using Celtic harp, mandocello, mandolin, guitar, banjo and ukulele. For more information, call (309) 686-3360.

 

NOV. 11-13

 

Murder at Cafe Noir

Fri. & Sat. 6:30 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 p.m.

Performing Arts Center Studio Theater, Illinois Central College, E. Peoria

$20

The most popular mystery dinner show in the country, Murder at Cafe Noir has enjoyed weekly productions coast to coast since its premiere in 1989. Ticket price includes buffet-style meal. For more information, call (309) 694-5422.

 

NOV.  12

 

Low Cost Pet Vaccination Clinic

Saturday, 1-3 p.m.

Creve Coeur Fire Dept., 203 Wagner Road

Residents of Tazewell and Peoria counties can get their dogs and cats vaccinated for rabies for $12 per pet. Other vaccinations are available as well. Appointments must be made online by visiting https://goo.gl/forms/yKgscoKqFzjlRz4P2 or by visiting the Facebook page: TazewellHumaneSociety.

 

Titanic in 3D

Saturday, 2:30 p.m.

Giant Screen Theater, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington

$7.50 adults; $6.50 seniors; $5.50 children

Experience Titanic like never before! Rated PG-13. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

 

NOV. 13

 

Christmas Market

Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Northminster Presbyterian Church, 10720 N. Knoxville, Peoria

Free

Shoppers can do their early Christmas shopping, donate to a charity of their choice, and learn about local and global charities that are giving hope to those in need. For more information, call (309) 453-9928.

 

NOV.  14

 

Musical Monday: What Makes It Russian?

Monday, 7 p.m.

First Federated Church, 3601 N. Sheridan Road., Peoria

Peoria Symphony Orchestra’s concertmaster Marcia Henry Liebenow with Andrea Molina on the piano demonstrate the passion and power of Russian music. For more information, call (309) 671-1096.

 

ICC Concert

Monday, 7:30 p.m.

Performing Arts Center, Illinois Central College, E. Peoria

Free

Combined concert by the ICC Chamber Singers and the ICC Concert Choir. For more information, call (309) 694-5422.

 

NOV.  15

 

Macro Photography Class

Tuesdays, November 15-December 13, 6-8 p.m.

ICC North Campus, 5407 N. University, Peoria

$80

Ann Conver will teach participants how to photograph things in extreme close-ups. Must have a camera equipped with a macro lens and a tripod. Class will not be held on November 22. For more information, call (309) 694-5422.

 

Good Eats from the Garden

Tuesday, 5-6 p.m.

Luthy Botanical Garden, 2520 N. Prospect Road, Peoria

$12

Enjoy an evening in the Garden and some delicious recipes created by the Luthy chef. For more information, call (309) 681-3502.

 

Nursing & Physical Therapy Career Fair

Tuesday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Michel Student Center Ballroom, Bradley University

Free

Explore career options, network with prospective employers and submit your resume for an internship or full-time job. For more information, email careers@fsmail.bradley.edu.

 

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