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Peoria
Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A $7.1 million dollar project to reconstruct and improve Maxwell Road in Peoria, Illinois, including a new multi-use path, begins with anticipated completion in June 2026. WMBD
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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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1st Friday Art Studio Tour and Gallery Talk
The event features an open house at the Contemporary Art Center, allowing visitors to explore resident artist studios and view various art exhibits.
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