Tazewell County Calendar of Events July 25 – Aug. 1

Join the Library for the program, ‘Absolute Science,’ at 2 p.m July 26 at the Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

JULY 26

Arts in the Park at Idlewood
Thursday, 7-9 p.m.
Idlewood Park, 450 E. Greenwood, Morton
Free

The Morton Fine Arts organization presents ‘Cousin Eddie.’ For more information, visit mortonfinearts.org.

Absolute Science at the Library
Thursday, 2 p.m.
Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.
Free

Join the Library for the program, ‘Absolute Science,’ a fun and educational for children of all ages that teaches about science through demonstrations and experiments. For more information, call 309-347-7111.

JULY 27

Great Decisions Discussion Centers of Media and Foreign Policy
Friday, 11 a.m.
Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.
Free

Watch a short program about the problem and then engage in discussion with others who are present. For more information, call 309-347-7111.

‘Henry V’ Performed at Ewing Cultural Center
Friday, 8 p.m.
617 E. Emerson, Bloomington
$20-$54

The Illinois Shakespeare Festival will present ‘Henry V’. For more information,  visit illinoisshakes.com.

CEFCU Stage Presents ‘Too White Crew’
Friday, 7:30-11:30 p.m.
Peoria Riverfront, 200 NE Water St.
$8

Check out the world’s first all live hip hop tribute band. For more information, call 309-682-1200.

Concert on the Lawn: ’90’s Daughter’
Friday, 6-9 p.m.
Castle Gardens, 1280 P.J. Keller Hwy., Lexington
$15

Bring your own seating to enjoy 90’s pop. For more information, call 309-826-6916.

JULY 28

Five Points Summer Jam Music Festival Benefits St. Jude Runs
Saturday, noon-11 p.m.
460 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington
$25

Outdoor musicfest presents 4 bands, beer truck, and food vendors. Lawn chairs allowed inside. For more information, call 309-444-2222.

Shakespeare: ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor’
Saturday, 8 p.m.
Ewing Cultural Center, 617 E. Emerson, Bloomington
$20-$54

The Illinois Shakespeare Festival will present ‘The Merry Wives of Windsor.’ Repeats on Tuesday. For more information, visit illinoisshakes.com.

Fiesta En El Rio
Saturday, 5-11:30 p.m.
CEFCU Stage, 200 NE Water St., Peoria
$7-$10

The fiesta features authentic Latin American and Hispanic food, drink, and music. For more information, call 309-682-1200.

Levee District Hosts Crittenton Center’s Kids’ Day
Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Levee District, East Peoria
Fun band $10

Event includes bounce houses, Unique Twist balloons, cake walk, bike activities and live performances. Register for the 100m Kid’s Dash ($20) by visiting crittentoncenters.org.

JULY 28-29

St. Peter’s and the Papal Basilicas of Rome in 3D
Sat. 6 p.m.; Sun. 4 p.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
$10.50; senior $9.50; child $8.50

See the four Papal Basilicas of Rome in 3D on the Giant Screen Theater. For more information, call 309-786-7000.

JULY 31

Morton Farmers’ Market n More
Tuesday, 4-7 p.m.
City parking lot on Jefferson St.
Free

Fresh produce, flowers and fruits in addition to vendors’ booths. For more information, call 309-263-2491.

Intro to Hand Lettering
Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m.
Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.
Free

Individuals 14 and older will learn the techniques and tools for creating decorative handwriting. For more information, call 309-347-7111.

AUGUST 1

Relax Under the Stars in the Planetarium
Wednesday, noon-1 p.m.
Planetarium, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
Free

Spend the noon hour in a peaceful tour of the starry skies. For more information, call 309-686-7000.

 

–Tazewell County Calendar of Events July 25 – Aug. 1–