AUG. 17

 

Handwriting Analysis with Chris McBrien

Thursday, 6 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. Fourth St.

Free

The program is aimed at teens and adults. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, ext. 0.

 

Style Your Locker

Thursday, 5 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. Fourth St.

Free

Teens can get tips on personalizing their school lockers. Register by calling (309) 347-7111.

 

Exceptional Sensory Storytime

Thursday, 6 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. Fourth St.

6 p.m.

This storytime is designed for children ages 3-6 years, with exceptionalities who have trouble sitting through a traditional storytime. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, ext. 3.

 

Ink Blot Printing at the Library

Thursday, 4 p.m.

Sunnyland Branch Library, Sunnyland Plaza

Free

Young people can learn to do inkblot printing. Wear old clothes. For more information, call (309) 745-3023.

 

Basement to Attic Sale

Thursday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Crossroads United Methodist Church, 1420 N. Main St., Washington

Free

United Methodist Women will hold a sale of just about everything that can come from a house. Sales by donation only. All proceeds go to mission work. For more information, call (309) 444-2381.

 

AUG. 18

 

Teen Impromptu Activity at the Library

Friday, 4 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. Fourth St.

Free

Teens participate in a mystery activity that takes place in the library’s Teen Domain. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, ext. 3.

 

Deadline for Entering Kayak Challenge

Friday

$25 per person

Third annual Kayak Challenge Obstacle Course on Eureka Lake will be held on Saturday, August 26. Entry fee includes lunch, bottled water, snacks, t-shirt, goody bag and the use of a loaner personal flotation device. Event will be held rain or shine. For more information, call (309) 532-6683.

 

ICC Summer Family Movie: ‘Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory’

Friday, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

ICC Performing Arts Center, 1 College Dr., E. Peoria

$2

Classic family movie in air-conditioned comfort. For more information, visit ArtsatICC.com.

 

AUG. 19

 

Ice Cream Social and Antique Car Show

Saturday, 1-3 p.m.

105 Zinser Place, Washington

Free

The Washington Historical Society offers fun afternoon for the whole family. Ice cream provided by Tim & Jan Whiteside with Mason-White Funeral Home. Free fire truck rides for the youth. For more information, call (309) 444-4793.

 

Peoria Area SeniorNet Open House

Saturday, 10 a.m. (registration 9 a.m.)

First Baptist Church, 411 W. Lake Ave., Peoria

Free

Peoria Area SeniorNet is an organization that promotes computer literacy among seniors. Come get answers to computers, tablets, eReaders and smart phones. For more information, call (800) 457-1089.

 

Crafterday at the Library

Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. Fourth St.

Free

Drop in any time to make a paper sunflower. For more information, call (309) 347-7111, ext. 3.

 

Basic Life Support Class

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

OSF St. Joseph Medical Center, 2200 E. Washington St., Bloomington

$50

The class is designed for health care professionals who provide care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospital and non-hospital. Pre-registration and payment is required 48 hours in advance of class. Call (309) 661-5153.

 

Concert at the Vineyard: The Shake

Saturday, 7-11 p.m.

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, 33633 State Rte. 9

$5 band cover

The Shake offers classic rock music. Bring your own seating to enjoy the music. For more information, call (309) 359-9463.

 

India Fest at the Landing

Saturday, 3-9 p.m.

CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing, 200 NE Water St., Peoria

$8; 10 and under admitted free

Live music, authentic Indian cuisine, traditional Indian dancing, fashion, artifacts, textiles, jewelry, and culture. For more information visit facebook.com/riverfrontevents.

 

AUG. 21

 

BooHoo or Whohoo? Back to School Breakfast for Parents

Monday, 9-10:30 a.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. Fourth St.

Free

Drop by the library for complimentary donuts and coffee to celebrate or mourn with others in the same situation. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

Midday Movies at the Branch Library

Monday, 11 a.m.

Washington Library, Sunnyland Plaza

Free

The movie will be “The Shack.” Free popcorn. For more information, call (309) 745-3023.

 

Solar Eclipse Viewing Party

Monday, 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Sun Plaza, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.

Free

The Peoria Astronomical Society will join with the museum to present information and direct viewing of the 90 percent eclipse we will see in the area. The complete eclipse can be seen in the Dome Planetarium. Solar glasses are available in the Museum Store for $1.95 a pair. For more information, call (309) 863-3030.

 

AUG. 22

 

Teen Movie Night

Tuesday, 5-7:30 p.m.

Washington District Library, 480 N. Wilmor Rd.

Free

The movie will be “Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2.” For more information, call (309) 444-2241.

 

Learn to Spin with Drop Spindles

Tuesday, 5:30-8 p.m.

Fondulac District Library, 400 Richland, E. Peoria

$5

Jessica and Melissa will teach the use of the drop spindle to create yarn from . Fee includes a spindle and wool for each participant. For more information, call (309) 699-3917, Ext. 2172.

 

AUG. 23

 

Make a Comic Book Magnet

Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Fondulac District Library, 400 Richland, E. Peoria

Free

People from grade 6 and older will make a pin or a magnet using comic book images. All materials provided. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

–Tazewell County Calendar of Events–