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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Renowned artist and educator Robert Ericksen, who passed away at 83, is celebrated for his lasting impact on art, nature, and education.  25 News Now
  • Hotel staff at the Holiday Inn in East Peoria are honoring fallen crew members of an American Eagle plane crash, who were frequent guests.  WMBD
  • Gertie the groundhog, a famed predictor at Wildlife Prairie Park since 1993, forecasts an early spring, attracting local officials and entertainment.  WMBD

SPORTS NEWS

  • 41 Peoria-area girls wrestlers advanced to the 2025 IHSA sectional meets after competing in regional competitions.  Pekin Daily Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • On-Site Tour of Apostolic Christian Skylines

    An informative on-site tour focusing on safety and quality living for seniors at Apostolic Christian Skylines in Peoria, Illinois.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • Marbled Wheel Throwing Workshop

    Participants will learn the art of wheel throwing and create unique marbled clay pieces in this beginner-friendly workshop.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • Esseks Live at Kenny's Westside Pub

    Esseks, known for his genre-blending dance music and artistic contributions, will perform live, showcasing his innovative sounds and latest tracks.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • Clay Together, Stay Together: Romantic Wheel-Throwing Class for Couples

    This romantic wheel-throwing class offers couples the chance to create pottery together in a candlelit setting with guided instruction, drinks, and a keepsake piece.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Crushed Glass Art Workshop: Create Your Winter Decor

    Participants will make a canvas or wood board decorated with crushed glass and resin in this creative winter workshop.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Ken Clubb: Cat Illustrations Exhibition

    This exhibition features the original cat illustrations by Peoria artist Ken Clubb, showcased for the first time to benefit the Peoria Humane Society.

    Tue, 2/11/25

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  • Couples Pottery Class: Throwing Together for Valentine's Day

    This Valentine's Day event offers couples a guided wheel-throwing pottery class in a romantic setting, complete with drinks and a chance to create lasting keepsakes.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • Couples Clay-Throwing Class for Valentine's Day

    This Valentine's Day event invites couples to enjoy a romantic wheel-throwing pottery class in a candlelit setting, complete with drinks and the opportunity to create lasting keepsakes.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Mushroom Gnome Clay Hand Building Workshop

    Participants will learn hand-building techniques while crafting a unique mushroom gnome under the guidance of an experienced instructor.

    Sat, 2/15/25

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  • Clay Hand-Built Beer Stein Workshop

    Participate in a hands-on workshop to create custom beer steins from clay, guided by experienced instructors, with all materials provided.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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