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Peoria
Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Salvation Army received $9 million in donations to start renovations on its downtown campus, including building a new two-story men's shelter, with construction and fundraising beginning this summer. WCBU
- ➤ A $7.1 million project to reconstruct Maxwell Road in Peoria County, including new water mains and a multi-use path, is set to start, with completion expected by June 2026. WCBU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Riverfront Museum announced plans for 'America 250,' a major exhibition starting in January 2026 with Ken Burns as a collaborator to celebrate the United States' 250th birthday, featuring historical artifacts including a 1776 copy of the Declaration of Independence. WMBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cory Bielema, with a successful coaching history including two Class 2A state championships, is anticipated to become Limestone High School's head football coach. Pekin Daily Times
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Irish Gnome Clay Hand-Building Workshop at The Clay Den
Participants will learn to create a festive St. Patrick’s Day gnome using clay in a guided workshop suitable for all skill levels.
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Foil Car Racing Challenge
Participants will create and race their own aluminum foil cars using household supplies in a fun and engaging engineering challenge for children.
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Marbled Wheel Throwing Workshop
Participants will learn to create unique marbled ceramics using brown and white clay in this hands-on workshop.
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Exhibition - Capturing Light: Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
This exhibition features photographer Bennett Johnson and glass artist Jim Scheller, showcasing their unique perspectives on dynamic details of light, reflection, and architectural beauty.
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Live Music Performance by The Sweet Lillies
Enjoy an evening of heartfelt and collaborative 'String-Americana' music by The Sweet Lillies at Kenny's Westside Pub.
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Celebration of National Pancake Day at The Clay Den
Celebrate National Pancake Day by enjoying free pancakes and creating a unique clay pancake stack jar at The Clay Den.
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The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight in Peoria
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight promises a captivating 90-minute performance that combines rock music with a stunning candlelit atmosphere, following its success across Europe and the UK.
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Exhibition - Capturing Light: Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
This exhibition features Peoria photographer Bennett Johnson and Staunton glass artist Jim Scheller, exploring themes of reflection and shadow inspired by modern architecture and painting.
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Exhibition - Capturing Light: Works by Bennett Johnson and Jim Scheller
This exhibition features Peoria photographer Bennett Johnson and Staunton glass artist Jim Scheller, showcasing their artistic interpretations of reflection and shadow inspired by architectural designs and modern painting.
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Fused Glass Ice Flowers Workshop
Participants can create stunning glass Ice Flowers in a hands-on workshop suitable for all skill levels, with customization options available.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If everyone is thinking the same thing, then no one is thinking.
~ Ryan Holiday
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