Several musical acts will be performing on the CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing, 200 NE Water St., Peoria, over the Fourth of July weekend. (Photo courtesy Peoria Riverfront Events)

JUNE 24-JULY 2

Cornstock Theater presents ‘Cheaper by the Dozen’, 1700 N. Park Road, Peoria, 7:30 p.m., Tickets: $15 adults; $12 students. Based on the true-life events in the Gilbreth family, the comedy will please the whole family. For more information, call (309) 676-2196.

JUNE 29-JULY 2

Eastlight Theater presents ‘Beauty and the Beast’, 1401 E. Washington St., East Peoria, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $19. Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ presented by the Eastlight Theater company. Information, call (309) 699-7469.

JUNE 30

What it Means to Be Human, Peoria Public Library, 107 NE Monroe, Peoria, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. The Smithsonian traveling exhibit about the origins of humans will be open during regular library hours until July 14. Information, call (309) 497-2000.

Derel Montieth Trio Performs, CEFCU Center State at the Landing, 200 NE Water St., Peoria, 7 p.m., free. Trio performs as part of the CEFCU Jazz Series. Information, call (309) 689-3019.

The Basics of Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, Filger District Library, 261 E. 5th St., Minonk, 5:30 p.m., free. Join the Greater Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association for a free educational program. The program provides information on detection, causes and risk factors, disease stages, treatment, and much more. To register, call the library at (309) 432-2929.

JULY 1

First Friday, 5-9 p.m. On the First Friday of every month take an intimate look at studios, galleries and arts organizations. Meet artists, musicians, neighbors and collectors. The tour includes twelve locations and spans a breadth of artistic media. Information: http://peoriafirstfriday.com/first-fridays/

Tom Petty Tribute Band Performs, CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing, 200 NE Water St., Peoria, 7:30 p.m., $7. ‘Free Fallin’ will perform favorite Tom Petty renditions. For more information, call (309) 689-3019.

JULY 2

Movie at the Riverfront Museum: Alien, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington, Peoria, 6:30 p.m., Admission: $7.50 adults; $6.50 seniors; $5.50 child; $5 member. See the 1979 movie on the giant screen. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

Brushville Peforms at Peoria Riverfront, CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing, 200 NE Water St., Peoria, 8:30 p.m., Admission: $10. Brushville performs as part of the Red, White and Boom celebration. Information, call (309) 689-3019

JULY 3

Fusion Night Light Outdoor Dance Party, CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing, 200 NE Water St., Peoria, 7:30 p.m., $20. For more information, visit redwhiteandboom.us.

Volksfest, Hickory Grove Park, 12403 N. Hickory Grove Road, Dunlap, noon-8 p .m., free. German-American Society annual event with live entertainment, a Fine Arts and Craft Village, folk dancing, children’s activities, and a cruise-in for pre-1990 vehicles that begins at 7 p.m. Information, call (309) 444-4656.

Car Cruise In and Classic Rock with the Bygones, Mackinaw Valley Vineyard & Winery 33633 State Route 9 Mackinaw, noon-9 p.m. , $5 cover charge, children under 12 free.. Join us at the vineyard for some Amazing Automobiles, Classic “Nostalgia” rock, wine tasting and just a good time in the country this holiday weekend. Information: (309) 359-9463 pro email: mackinawwinery03@gmail.com

JULY 6

Relax Under the Stars, Peoria Riverfront Museum 222 SW Washington St. Peoria, noon-1 p.m. Stressed at work? Need a break from your hectic day? Come to Dome Planetarium and calm down. Enjoy a short star talk, then let your tension float away under starry skies with soothing background music. First Wednesday of every month at noon. Information: (309) 686-7000.

— Peoria County events calendar —