SEPT. 28

 

Book Chat at the Library

Thursday, 10 a.m.

Eureka Public Library, 202 S. Main St.

Free

Stop by the library to share your love for reading with others. Learn what’s new on the library shelves. For more information, call (309) 467-2922.

 

Judge Gorman to Receive Roots Award

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

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 200 S. Main St., Washington

Free

Sponsored by the Washington Historical Society, The annual Washington Roots Award honors one individual with roots in Washington who’s impacted society around them in a meaningful way. This year’s honoree is Judge Kate Gorman. For more information, call (309) 444-4793.

 

Get Ready for Inktober

Thursday, 6-8 p.m.

Fondulac District Library, 400 Richland, E. Peoria

Free

Every year since 2009, artists have celebrated Inktober by making an ink drawing every day during the month of October. Come and explore different techniques and ideas to get you inspired for Inktober 2017. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

 

PPL Explores Banned Books Made into Movies

Thursday, 4-7 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

The movie ‘Fellowship of the Ring’ will be shown and discussed. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

Hands On! at the Library

Thursday, 6-7 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Explore the uses of markers and natural objects to make art. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

SEPT. 29

 

Genealogy Meetup

Friday, 2:30 p.m.

Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd.

Free

Share your genealogical finds and get help using Ancestry Library Editions and other library resources. For more information, call (309) 444-2241.

 

Homecoming Tailgate Party

Friday, 3:30-11:30 p.m.

Washington High School, South Parking Lot

$5

Food provided by Countryside Banquets, live radio remote with DJ, beverages, games for all ages, and Kona ice. Live band “Captain Quirk’ will play from 8:30. Advance wristbands can be purchased at FivePoints front desk. For information about class reunions, call (309) 444-8600.

 

Banned Books that Became Movies: ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’

Friday, noon-3 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Classic movie about the conflict between white and black will be shown and discussed. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

SEPT. 29-30

 

Tremont Townwide Garage Sales

For more information, email tremontgaragesales@gmail.com.

 

SEPT. 29-OCT. 1

 

Cornstock Kids Present ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’

Fri., 7:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 2:30 p.m.

Corn Stock Theatre, 1700 N. Park Rd., Peoria

$16 adults; $10 kids 12 and under

Perennial favorite musical will be performed by a cast of youth actors. For more information, call (309) 676-2196.

 

ICC Theatre Presents ‘The Underpants’

Fri. & Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2:30 p.m.

Adults $8; students and seniors $6.

Humorous play by Steve Martin will keep you laughing. For more information, call (309) 694-5136.

 

SEPT. 30

 

Drone Program at the Library

Saturday, 2 p.m.

Morton Public Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free

Get your drone questions answered and see a drone in action. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

Abraham Lincoln in Song

Saturday, 2 p.m.

Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd.

Free

Folk musician Chris Valillo will sing the songs that Abraham Lincoln enjoyed. For more information, call (309) 444-2241.

 

Banned Books that Became Movies: ‘The Adventures of Tom Sawyer’

Saturday, noon-3 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

See the movie and discuss the implications of banning books. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

Vineyard Features ‘PhannieRae & The Soul Shakers’

Saturday, 7-11 p.m.

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, 33633 State Rte. 9

$5 per person band cover

Musical group covers genres from classic rock to Motown. Reserve seating on the deck $5 extra. For more information, call (309) 359-9463.

 

Well Water Seminar

Saturday, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1420 W. Moss Ave., Peoria

Admission is free, but donations are appreciated

‘The Gathering at the Well Water Seminar’ will address water issues at both the local and global level. Free lunch catered by Avanti’s. To register, call (309) 673-8501.

 

Tianguis Mexican Outdoor Market

Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon

Casa de Arte, 306 Pecan, Peoria

Free admission

Event includes music, food and vendors. For more information, visit facebook.com/TianguisPeoria.

 

Fire Breathing Dragons at the Museum

Saturday, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Lobby, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington St.

Free with regular paid admission

Art-spiration will offer a free family-friendly workshops that encourages teamwork, investigation and imagination. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

 

OCT. 1

 

Morton’s First Sunday Market

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

Morton Knights of Columbus, 616 W. David

Free admission

Vendors include shabby, antique, crafts, jewelry, art, primitives, re-purposed, essential oils, china painted, and movie posters. For more information, call (309) 263-2491.

 

Thunderbirds Car Show

Sunday, all day

Hampton Inn and Suites, 320 S. Towanda Ave., Normal

Free

34th Annual Land of Lincoln Thunderbirds Car show. For more information, (309) 452-8900.

 

Songs from the Woods Present Bill Staines

Sunday, 7-8:30 p.m.

Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights

$10 adults; $9 for 12 and under

Songs from the Woods Concert Series continues with folk musician Bill Staines. For more information, call (309) 686-3360.

 

Schlachtfest

Sunday, noon-8 p.m.

Hickory Grove Park, 12403 N. Hickory Grove Road, Dunlap

Free

Peoria German-American Society hosts event filled with German music, food and beer, as well as other cultural activities. For more information, call (309) 691-7484.

 

OCT. 2

 

Cookbook Club Meets at Alpha Park PL

Monday, 7-8 p.m.

Alpha Park Library, 3527 S. Airport Rd., Bartonville

Free

This months’ recipes will feature soups and sandwiches. Adults register by calling (309) 697-3822, ext. 13.

 

Adult Book Club at Pekin

Monday, 2-3 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Book for discussion is “The Children Act” by Ian McEwan. Next month’s book will be distributed at this meeting. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

OCT. 3

 

Y NOT? Book Club

Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Morton Public Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free

The book ‘The Sun Is Also a Star’ by Nicola Yoon will be discussed. Pick up the book for next month’s discussion at the library’s check-out desk. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

OCT. 4

 

Seed Collection Workday

Wed., 10-11 a.m.

Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights

Free

People aged 14 and older will help collect seeds at the Nature Center. Bring gloves, sturdy shoes and water. Tools will be provided. For more information, call (309) 686-3360.

–Tazewell County Calendar of Events–