The Heartland Festival Orchestra will perform a New Year’s Greeting at 5-Points on Jan. 6. (Photo courtesy of Heartland Festival Orchestra)

JAN.  4

Central Illinois Herpetological Meeting
Thursday, 7 p.m.
Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights
Free

Speakers on the subjects of reptiles and amphibians will offer information and advice. For more information, call (309) 682-6208.

Whisper and Shout Poetry
Thursday, 8 p.m.
Contemporary Art Center, 305 SW Water St., Peoria
$8 for non-members

An open mic for sharing and inspiring poetry. For more information, call (309) 674-6822.

Winter Break Movie: “Happy Feet 2”
Thursday, 2-4 p.m.
McClure Branch Library, 315 W. McClure
Free

Winter themed movie to break up winter break. Free hot chocolate. For more information, call (309) 497-2700.

JAN.   5

Winter Break Movie: “Frozen”
Friday, 2-4 p.m.
McClure Branch Library, 315 W. McClure
Free

Winter themed movie to break up winter break. Free hot chocolate. For more information, call (309) 497-2700.

JAN.  6

New Year’s Greeting at 5-Points: That’s Amore
Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Five-Points, 460 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington
$35; $10 for students

David Commanday and the Heartland Festival Orchestra will offer a musical salute to Italy. For more information, visit heartlandfestivalorchestra.org.

Eagles on the Illinois River
Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon
Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights
Free

Peoria Audubon Society and Forest Park Nature Center offer a day dedicated to the appreciation of bald eagles. For more information, visit www.peoriaparks.org/.

Happy Birthday, Mr. Holmes
Saturday, 3-5 p.m.
North Branch, Peoria Public Library, 3001 Grand Pkwy.
Free

Celebrate Sherlock Holmes’ 164th birthday with expert Brad Keefauver. For more information, call (309) 497-2000.

JAN.  7

Elegant Bridal Expo
Sunday, noon-4 p.m.
Embassy Suites, 100 Conference Ctr. Dr., East Peoria

Free admission; online registration required. Register by visiting www.elegantbridalexpo.com.

Scouting at the Museum
Sunday, noon-3 p.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington
$20 for Scouts, $5.50 for chaperones

Cub scouts will explore the world of art and create some of their own. Intended for Tiger Scouts to earn their belt loop, but open to Scouts and siblings of all ages. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

JAN.  8

Comic Art Club Meets at the Library
Monday, 6 p.m.
Alpha Park Library, 3527 S. Airport Rd., Bartonville
Free

Kids 10 and up are invited to enjoy snacks, draw and socialize. All materials and supplies provided. For more information, call (309) 697-3822.

JAN.  9

Art Club: Meet the New Curator
Tuesday, 1-2 p.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
Free with general admission

Greet the new curator, Bill Conger, and enjoy coffee and treats, too. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

JAN.  10

Star Wars: “The Last Jedi”
Wednesday, 6 p.m.
Giant Screen Theater, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
Adults $8.50; child $6.50; senior $7.50

Sensory friendly viewing of the movie features lights turned up and softer sound volume. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

Senior Morning at the Museum
Wednesday, 10-11 a.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.
Free

Seniors will meet the new curator, Bill Conger, and explore the exhibits and planetarium. Free parking. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

–Peoria County Calendar of Events Jan. 4 – Jan. 10–