APRIL 28

Geometry and Our Perception of Reality

Thursday, 3 p.m.

Room 210, Bradley Hall, Bradley University, 1501 W. Bradley, Peoria

Free

Richard Ligo from the University of Iowa will present a talk on gravity and mapping the Earth and the universe. For more information, contact tcarty@bradley.edu.

 

Bradley Chorale and Chamber Singers Concert

Thursday, 7 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 135 NE Randolph Ave., Peoria

Free

 

ICC Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

Lecture Recital Hall Room 127F, 1 College Drive, East Peoria

Free

 

Cutting the Cord to Cable and Satellite TV

Thursday, 6 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Randy Turner will talk about video streaming, mobile applications and more. For more information, call (309) 347-7111.

 

Make it 3-D

Thursday, 4:30 and 6:00 p.m.

Pekin Public Library, 301 S. 4th St.

Free

Teens in grades 7-8 will learn 3D printer basics and more. To register call (309) 347-7111, Ext. 0.

 

APRIL 29

Charity Sewing Day

Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

North Allen Branch, Peoria Public Library, 3001 W. Grand Pkwy., Peoria

Free

The Central Illinois/Peoria Chapter of the American Sewing Guild will be assembling Anti-Ouch Pouch kits. For more information, email Lynnetango@gmail.com.

 

ICC Chamber Singers in Concert

Friday, 7:30 p.m.

ICC Lecture/Recital Hall Room 127 F, 1 College Drive,  East Peoria

Free

For more information, call (309) 694-5236.

 

APRIL 29-30

Tremont Town-wide Spring Garage Sales

Saturday & Sunday

Village of Tremont

For more information, call 309-925-5390 or email tremontgaragesales@gmail.com.

 

APRIL 30

Kennel Lake Spring Fish Fry

Saturday, 4 – 7 p.m.

Kennel Lake Sportsman’s Club, 22172 Kennel Lake Drive, Morton

$11 adults; kids 12 & under $5

Whole catfish and Alaskan walleye, baked or fried chicken, hot dogs. Carry-outs available. For more information, call (309) 266-9641.

 

Fuse Interactive Media Day

Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington

Free

Bradley University’s Interactive Media Department demonstrates recent projects. For more information, visit bradleyinteractive.com.

 

Bradley Symphony Orchestra Concert

Saturday, 7:30 p.m.

Dingeldine Music Center, 1417 W. Barker Ave., Peoria

$5

Dr. John Orfe will perform music of Mozart and Franck. The BSO is directed by Dr. Timothy Semanik. For more information, call (309) 677-2595.

 

Auditions for YouthLight 2016: School of Rock!

Saturday, 1 p.m.

Fon du Lac Park District Administration Center, 201 Veterans Dr., E. Peoria

Free

Ages 8 – 18 are considered. To download audition music, visit eastlighttheatre.com.

 

MAY 1

Signs of Spring Walk

Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

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

Explore the woods with a naturalist along Illinois River Bluffs. For more information, call (309) 686-3360.

 

The Road to the Eighteenth Amendment

Sunday, 2 p.m.

Auditorium, Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington

Free

Dr. James Springer will talk about the legal regulation of alcohol in American History. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

 

‘American Spirits’ Docent Tour

Sunday, 1 p.m.

Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington

Free with general admission to the Museum

A knowledgeable Museum docent will lead a tour of the current major display. For more information, call (309) 686-7000.

 

Philharmonic Chorale at ICC

Sunday, 3 p.m.

ICC Performing Arts Center, 1 College Drive, East Peoria

$12; students/seniors $10

For more information, call (309) 694-5136.

 

Bradley Guitar Ensemble

Sunday, 7:30 p.m.

Dingeldine Music Center, 1417 W. Barker Ave., Peoria

Free

The ensemble specializes in chamber group arrangements.

 

Blueberrian Tapping Event

Sunday, noon

Granite City Food & Brewery, 230 Conference Center Drive, East Peoria

Free

Event includes free samples, prizes, giveaway and games. For more information, cmail sschramm@gcfb.net.

 

Knitting Club Meets at the Library

Sunday, 2 p.m.

Kolb Memorial Conference Room, Fondulac District Library, 400 Richland, E. Peoria

Free

The library accepts donations of yarn, hooks, and needles for the Knitting Club’s charitable projects. For more information, call (309) 699-3917.

 

MAY 2

ICC Choir in Concert

Monday, 7:30 p.m.

Lecture/Recital Hall Room 127F, 1 College Drive, East Peoria

Free

Illinois Central College Choir concert. For more information, call (309) 694-5136.

 

Intro to Windows 10 at the Library

Monday, 7 p.m.

Morton Community Library, 315 W. Pershing

Free

Get information about Windows 10 and have your questions answered. For more information, call (309) 263-2200.

 

MAY 3

What Should I Read?

Tuesday, 7 p.m.

Arbor Hall Auditorium, North Campus of ICC, 5407 N. University, Peoria

Free

Join the ICC faculty and staff as they share their choices for summer reading. For more information, call (309) 690-6800.

 

Heart of Illinois Chorus Concert

Tuesday, 7:30 p.m.

ICC Performing Arts Center, 1 College Drive,East Peoria

$12; seniors $10; children 4-10 $5; under 4 free

In-Residence presents the Heart of Illinois Chorux. For more information, call (309) 694-5136.

 

MAY 4

Rennick Juried Art Show Opens

Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Lower Level Gallery, Peoria Public Library, 107 NE Monroe, Peoria

Free

Local artists who competed in the 54th Rennick Award contest will have their works on displayed at the Library from May 4 – 28. For more information, call (309) 674-1921.

 

 

 

 

 

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