Good morning, Peoria.

Peoria Park District Board members sided with Friends of Riverfront Park on Wednesday to oppose the sale of land near Detweiller Marina — they plan to meet with the trust and city about preserving and restoring the land as the sale is set to close in late April.

Illinois officials and local unions are watching federal policy changes that stopped a key rule for coal plants and may slow planned closures aimed at improving air quality near Peoria + legal challenges are underway as state leaders and union representatives voice concern about job impacts.

A Peoria research team is advancing a new drug for glioblastoma, which targets cancer cells more precisely and with less toxicity.

Dr. Kiran Velpula’s team received a provisional patent & will file for a full patent as pre-clinical studies continue.

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.

Story Time Jamboree

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fused Glass Ocean Wave Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Materials included — Create your own shimmering glass ocean wave piece in a fun, guided workshop.

Busy Little Garden Canvas Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Bring a cheerful garden to life with bright blooms and fuzzy little bees in this beginner-friendly canvas class.

6 Week Wheel Throwing Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $285 — Dive into the art of pottery with a hands-on wheel-throwing experience perfect for all skill levels.

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.