Good morning, Peoria.

The 2026 Official Spring Home Show began Friday at the Peoria Civic Center and runs through Sunday with 150+ companies presenting 400 booths and features for home, landscaping and kids.

Tickets cost $7 at the door, with free entry for kids under 18 and $3 for seniors and veterans.

Kroger confirmed one Illinois store at 3311 N.

Sterling Ave. in Peoria will close about Aug. 2 as part of its nationwide plan to shutter 60 locations from mid-2025 through end 2026 & cut costs while transferring employees.

Illinois residents can view a total lunar eclipse on Tuesday, March 3.

The moon enters Earth's shadow at 2:44 a.m. CT, reaches totality at 5:04 a.m. CT, and ends at 8:23 a.m. CT & cloudy skies with a chance of rain may affect the view.

Renovation work on the Civic Center’s glass arcade will begin Monday — work is set to continue through September and will close Fulton Avenue entrances, the patio walkway by the Sonar Tide sculpture, and the interior lobby walkthrough.

The Peoria Riverfront Museum has a new exhibit called Athletes that features basketball legend Curley “Boo” Johnson and Olympic figure skater Matt Savoie.

Johnson, who started at local high schools and played 18 seasons with the Harlem Globetrotters, hopes the exhibit will inspire local dreamers.

Gnome Clay Hand Building Class

4-5:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Craft your festive St. Patrick’s Day gnome with guided clay hand-building fun!

Charcuterie Board Clay Hand Building Class

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Design and craft your own unique ceramic charcuterie board in a fun, beginner-friendly class.

Wall Planter Clay Hand Building Class

1-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a personalized wall pocket planter in this fun, beginner-friendly class!

Cross Clay Hand Building Workshop

1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a beautiful clay cross in a relaxed setting suitable for all skill levels.

Fused Glass Snowflakes Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 reservation, piece prices range from $33 to $64 — Create a shimmering glass snowflake for your winter décor.

Friday the 13th Spooky Pottery Painting

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 ticket reserves your seat — Unleash your creativity with spooky pottery painting this Friday the 13th.

2026 Blarney Blitz

8 AM – 2 PM — Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery — Entry fees apply — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive themed race in downtown Peoria.

Organic Chip and Dip Dish Clay Hand Building Class

1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Includes materials — Craft a unique organic-shaped dish perfect for entertaining.

Ladies' Night: Gal Pals and Glazes

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 — Unwind with friends while sipping drinks and painting pottery in a relaxing atmosphere.

Salsa Night at Contemporary Art Center

9:30 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — $5 for members, $8 for non-members — Dance the night away with Salsa, Cha Cha, and more in a lively setting.