Good morning, Peoria.

The Peoria Fire Department responded Friday night to a garage fire on West Fremont where crews encountered heavy smoke and flames in a vacant building—firefighters extinguished the blaze in 15 minutes with no injuries, and property damage is estimated at $20,000 while investigators work to determine the cause.

Ace Hardware will give away one million free American flags on Saturday, May 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.—partnering with the VFW to honor Memorial Day and serve customers while supplies last.

The chain is also offering significant discounts on grills, power tools and outdoor equipment until Monday, May 26.

Peoria Police investigated a shooting on Saturday evening when a man suffered a gunshot wound in the stomach at 8:05 p.m. in the 500 block of West Martin Luther King Drive (near North Hightower Street) and he was taken to a local hospital while remaining alert.

Police said a carjacking occurred Saturday night on South Western Avenue when a man threatened a driver with a gun and stole his car; the vehicle was later recovered on West Hulbert Street in South Peoria.

Nearly 50 students graduated Saturday from Methodist College in Peoria with degrees in nursing, healthcare management, social work, and health sciences.

Morgan Benton, inspired by caring nurses as a child, will soon start work in a Central Illinois emergency department — joining her peers as they help meet the growing demand for healthcare services.

Little Feat Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Prairie Home Alliance Theater — $88-$157 — Enjoy an evening of classic rock at the highly anticipated Little Feat concert.

Glass and Resin Flower Trio Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $50 for 3 canvases — Create a stunning flower trio with sparkle in this fun, hands-on workshop.

Tony Jackson Concert

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Illinois Central College Performing Arts Center — Free for veterans — Experience a night of traditional country music with Tony Jackson's captivating vocal style.

6 Week Wheel Throwing Class

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $275 — Dive into pottery with a hands-on wheel throwing course perfect for all skill levels.

Revel in Red Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Putt Club East Peoria — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of high-energy rock anthems under the stars with Revel in Red.

Mini Mushroom Fairy House Clay Class

12-1:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 — Create your own whimsical mini mushroom fairy house in this fun, all-ages clay hand-building workshop.

Bubble Bowl Clay Hand Building Class

12-1:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost not specified — Create a unique bubble bowl in a fun, beginner-friendly clay class for all ages.

Last Light Acrylic on Canvas

5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee applies — Unleash your creativity by painting a succulent masterpiece with friends and step-by-step guidance.

Fused Glass Mushrooms Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee required — Learn to craft whimsical fused glass mushroom lights in this hands-on creative workshop.

Beautiful Bonsai Acrylic Painting Class

5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist while painting a stunning bonsai to take home.