The 25th Annual Peoria Jaycees International Beer Festival, April 13-14 at Exposition Gardens, 1601 W. Northmoor, Peoria, will feature hundreds of quality craft micro brews and import beers.

APRIL 12

Zombie Prom at the Library
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
Alpha Park Library, 3527 S. Airport Rd., Bartonville
Free

Students aged 12-18 are invited to the library for an undead prom spectacular. Come dressed in your most frightful dress or costume. For more information, call 309-697-3822, ext. 13.

APRIL 13-14

International Beer Festival
Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., 2-8 p.m.
Exposition Gardens, 1601 W. Northmoor, Peoria
Fri. $25; Sat. $18

The 25th Annual Peoria Jaycees International Beer Festival will feature hundreds of quality craft micro brews and import beers. Live entertainment. For more information, visit facebook.com/peoriajayceesbeerfest.

Ballet to Broadway
Fri. & Sat., 7 p.m.; matinee Sat. at 1:30 p.m.
Five Points Washington, 360 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington
$25; $10 for students

The Peoria Ballet will perform selections from Swan Lake to Broadway’s celebrated hits. For more information or tickets, call 309-690-7990.

APRIL 14 

Breakfast with the Lions at the Zoo
Saturday, 9-10 a.m.
Peoria Zoo, 2320 N. Prospect
$18; child $12

A light breakfast with a lesson about lions will precede a visit to the lion enclosure to see the animals get their breakfasts. For more information, call 309-686-3365.

I Run with Survivors 5K
Saturday, 8-11 a.m.
The Levee District, 400 W. Washington St., E. Peoria
$15-$30

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, The Center for Prevention of Abuse is hosting the 5Krun/1 mile walk. For more information, call 309-691-0551.

APRIL 15

Down Syndrome Fashion Show
Sunday, 1-2:30 p.m.
Bone Student Center, 100 N. University, Normal
$10; children free

The’ Choose to Shine Fashion Show’ allows individuals with Down syndrome the opportunity to “Shine” down the runway. For more information, call 309-438-8838.

APRIL 16

ICC Presents: Jim Maloof’s Legacy
Monday, 6 p.m.
Performing Arts Center, 1 College Dr., East Peoria
$7

This one-night event is a family-friendly showcase of the performing arts in the area and is designed to raise money and highlight former Mayor Maloof’s local and national legacy for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The entire event is planned and executed by Illinois Central College students each year. For more information, call 309-694-5107.

Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
Monday, 6-7:30 p.m.
Lakeview Branch Library, 1137 W. Lake, Peoria
Free

Gary Chatham, Founder of Peoria-Based Data Security Company Intelisec, will present simple strategies to protect your identity in the face of increased threats. For more information, call 309-497-2200

Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Monday, 7 p.m.
Alpha Park Library, 3527 S. Airport Rd., Bartonville
Free

During the class the basic functions of Excel will be taught. Register by calling 309-697-3822, ext. 13.

APRIL 17

Four Seasons Gardening Webinar
Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.
Viewed at your own computer
Free

Register to attend the talk by Extension Horticulture Educator Ron Wolford as he discusses month by month tips and tricks for the home gardener. To register, call 309-685-3140.

–Peoria County Calendar of Events April 11 – April 17–