Daily
Peoria
Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Park District Board backed a citizen group on Wednesday to stop the sale of part of Detweiller Marina land to O’Brien Steel near Riverfront Park. Board President Johnson said he plans to meet with Detweiller Trust and the city next week as the sale is expected to close later this month. WMBD
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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1st Friday May Celebration
5-9 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — Free entry — Explore diverse art, enjoy an artist talk and catch an avant-garde jazz performance.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ James Clear
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