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Saturday, April 4th, 2026

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bradley University named Chaia Meier as its 11th head coach for the women’s basketball team yesterday. The Central Illinois native (formerly an assistant at Marquette and Edgewood) brings 16 years of coaching experience after former coach Kate Popovec-Goss left the program.  WCBU

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Fused Glass Cross Creation Workshop

    6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Create a stunning fused glass cross while enjoying a fun, beginner-friendly atmosphere.

    Thu, 4/9/26

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  • Live at The Five Spot: Featuring Tambora

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Peoria RiverFront Market — Free entry — Experience an evening of vibrant music with Tambora at the Contemporary Art Center.

    Fri, 4/10/26

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  • Stained Glass Foundations Workshop

    9:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Art at the Bodega — $85 — Create your own stained glass masterpiece in this fun, hands-on beginner workshop.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • Paint with Baby Goats!

    3-5 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 for seat reservation — Create pottery while interacting with adorable baby goats in a fun studio atmosphere.

    Sun, 4/12/26

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  • Story Time Jamboree

    10:00 – 10:45 AM — Fondulac District Library — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of childhood with stories, songs, and silliness.

    Tue, 4/14/26

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  • 6 Week Wheel Throwing Class

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $285 — Learn the art of pottery from wheel throwing to glazing over six weeks.

    Thu, 4/16/26

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  • Southern Illinois Salukis vs. Bradley Braves Baseball

    1-2 p.m. — Dozer Park — Ticket pricing on UNATION — Feel the thrill of college baseball as the Salukis take on the Braves.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting: Blue Ridge Falls

    9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist and create a serene mountain scene with expert guidance.

    Sat, 4/18/26

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  • Mushroom Fairy House Clay Hand Building Class

    1:00 – 2:30 PM — The Clay Den — Registration fee applies — Create a whimsical mushroom fairy house in this enchanting clay hand-building class.

    Sun, 4/19/26

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  • Morning Grace Canvas Workshop

    5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Capture the beauty of dawn with step-by-step painting instruction in a friendly environment.

    Thu, 4/23/26

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  • A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation

    Direct from Off-Broadway and starring former World Irish Dance champions from productions like Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, A Taste of Ireland is a high-energy celebration of Irish music, dance, and storytelling that brings Ireland’s history to life with wit and heart. Featuring live singing and dancing, reimagined Irish classics, and electrifying tap battles, the show blends tradition and modern flair into an unforgettable night of Celtic entertainment.

    Thu, 6/18/26

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first rule of any kind of progress: showing up.

~ Ryan Holiday

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