AUG. – OCT.

 

Photo Exhibit ‘State of the Union’ at Fondulac

Fondulac Public Library, 400 Richland, East Peoria

Free

The library’s inaugural exhibit, State of the Union, is a photo series by Mike Rundle that seeks to document the daily lives of the people of Central Illinois. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

 

AUG. 18

 

Get Crafty and Make a Flower Pen

Thursday, 4 p.m.

Sunnyland Branch, Washington District Library, Sunnyland Plaza

Free

Kids can learn to make flower pens for themselves and their new teachers. For more information, call (309) 745-3023.

 

Concert at the Courthouse: Nathan See

Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m.

Pekin County Courthouse, 414 Court St.

Free

The Nathan See Jazz Quartet will entertain. Bring your own seating. Also present will be food vendors and artist’s displays. For more information, call 309) 267-2058.

 

What Is ‘Common Core’?

Thursday, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fondulac District Library, 400 Richland, East Peoria

Free

Karla Janicke from Sylvan Learning Center of Peoria will be on hand to dispel some myths and answer questions about Common Core. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

 

AUG.  19

 

John Selberg Exhibit Opens

Friday, 9:30 a.m.

Academic Building, Illinois Central College, 1 College Drive, East Peoria

Free

Selburg celebrates his special vision with pen and ink drawing. For more information, call (309) 694-5531.

 

Saddle Up for Neighborhood House

Friday, 5:30-9 p.m.

Par-A-Dice Hotel, 21 Blackjack Blvd., East Peoria

$50

Dust off your cowboy boots and put on your favorite western attire for an evening filled with whiskey tasting, Midwest Dueling Pianos and live and silent auctions. For more information, call (309) 674-1131.

 

AUG.  19-20

 

Washington Community High School Reunion

Fri., 6:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Washington Community High School, 115 Bondurant St.

The class of 1956 will celebrate its 50th anniversary beginning with a get together at Kep’s Sprots Bar and Grill on Friday. Events for Saturday begin at 10 a.m. For more information, call (309) 444-9859.

 

AUG.  20

 

Old-fashioned Ice Cream Social

Saturday, 1-4 p.m.

Dement-Zinser House, 105 Zinser Place, Washington

Enjoy ice cream and folk music by Mike Anderson. Canned food donations will be accepted for WHIP. Ice cream donated by Mason-White Funeral Home. For more information, call (309) 444-4793.

 

Hairbangers Ball

Saturday, 8:30 p.m.

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

$7

 

Learn to Dance While Kids Enjoy Legos

Saturday, 7:30-10 p.m.

Speakeasy Art Center, 353 Court St., Pekin

$25 per couple

Learn to waltz, fox trot or do the East Coast swing while your kids will enjoy playing with Legos, coloring books and puzzles. For more information, call 309) 267-2058.

 

Delavan Cruise In

Saturday, 4-8 p.m.

Locust Street, Delavan

Free

Event features live music. No fee to display your cruiser. For more information, visit facebook.com/delavancruisers.

 

Music of the Civil Rights Movement

Saturday, 2 p.m.

Fondulac District Library, 400 Richland, East Peoria

Free

Folksinger Chris Vallilo will be hosted by the library at a free presentation. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

 

India Fest

Saturday, 3-10 p.m.

CEFCU Center Stage, 200 NE Water St., Peoria

$5-$7; free for ages 12 and under

The Peoria Park District and the Indo-American Society combine for live music, authentic Indian cuisine, and traditional Indian dancing. For more information, visit facebook.com/events/719847698141766/

 

River Spirit Flute Circle

Saturday, 1-2 p.m.

Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Drive, Peoria

Free

Randy Starnes, a local flute maker, will lead a group playing wooden flutes. Bring your own or borrow one from Randy. For more information, call (309) 686-3360.

 

6-Step Gradation Fabric Dyeing

Saturday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

ICC North Campus, 5407 N. University, Peoria

$34

You will take home 6 pieces of dyed fabric from this workshop, which is taught by Ruth Inman. For more information, call (309) 694-5422.

 

Sun Foundation’s Summer Sundown Fundraiser

Saturday, 5 p.m.

Sun Foundation Center, 1276 Sun Road, Washburn

Free

The event offers a VIP Package for a donation of $200, which includes a reserved table for 6 guests, 12 raffle tickets, 1 box of Secret Cash Brownies, and a floral arrangement. For more information, call 246-8403.

 

AUG. 20-21

 

Washington Arts Festival

Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Washington Park near Lincoln Grade School

Free

Fine arts exhibit includes children’s activities, live music and food. For more information, call (309) 444-9413. [[wasingtonparkdistrict.com]]]

 

AUG.  21

 

I Spy Hike

Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

Forest Park Nature Center, 5809 N. Forest Park Drive, Peoria

Free

Families hike through the park and find what’s hidden on the trails. For more information, call (309) 686-3360.

 

Central Illinois Jazz Society Concert

Sunday, 7:15 p.m.

Starting Gate Banquet Room, Landmark, 3225 N. Dries Lane, Peoria

$8; students free

The Sally Weisenberg Trio along with the Central Illinosi Jazz Society House Band will provide the music. For more information, call (309) 692-5330.

 

AUG.  22

 

Gov’t Mule and Blackberry Smoke Take Center Stage

Monday, 7 p.m.

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

$40 at the door

Southern rock jam band ‘Gov’t Mule,’ and Atlanta-based southern rock Band, Blackberry Smoke’ will perform. For more information, call (309) 689-3019.

 

AUG. 23

 

Young Artists’ Fine Art Class

Tuesday, 4:30 and 6 p.m.

Speakeasy Art Center, 353 Court St., Pekin

$10 per session

Fine art class for children ages 5-8 and 9-13 years old where students will learn to use a variety of mediums, such as chalk pastel, pencil, charcoal, acrylic, and watercolor. Students 5-8 years old meet at 4:45; students 9-13 years old meet at 6 p.m. For more information, call (309) 267-2058.

 

Starting a Small Business in Illinois Workshop

Tuesday, 3-5:30 p.m.

Fondulac Bank, 201 Clock Tower Drive, East Peoria

Free

The workshop is for those who want to learn the procedures for setting up their own businesses. For more information, call (309) 677-2992.

 

Hands on Tarot Night

Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m.

Kolb Memorial Conference Room, Fondulac Library, 400 Richland, East Peoria

Free

Explore methods of reading cards through step-by-step practice. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

 

AUG. 24

 

Make a Picture Frame at Speakeasy

Wednesday, 6-8 p.m.

Speakeasy Art Center, 353 Court St., Pekin

$10

Make a picture frame of yellow pencils for your child’s school picture. All materials provided. For more information, call (309) 267-2058.

 

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