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Peoria
Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents participated in a city-wide prayer walk on Saturday (organized by Higher Dimensions Praise and Worship Church) to combat youth violence through mentorship and prayer; organizers believe early support will guide kids toward positive growth in the community. WMBD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Service members can now take advantage of special Memorial Day deals that include free meals at Benihana and discounts at stores like Academy and LoveSac, with offers valid until Monday, May 25 for in-store and online purchases. Pekin Daily Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria gas prices dipped 3.5 cents to $4.90 a gallon today, though they remain higher than last month’s levels; AAA Illinois reported $4.91 in the metro area, and experts warn oil price changes could keep fuel costs volatile as Memorial Day nears. WMBD
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Ladies Night: Gal Pals and Glazes
6 PM–12 AM — Art at the Bodega — $10 entry — Unwind with friends while painting pottery and enjoying good vibes and drinks.
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Live Music: Robin Crowe at Five Spot
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — $8-members, $12-nonmembers — Enjoy heartfelt roots-infused music from Robin Crowe and her band.
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Peoria City Home Opener against Des Moines Menace
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Shea Stadium — Enjoy thrilling soccer action as Peoria City faces off against perennial league power Des Moines Menace in their home opener.
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Ice Cream Social & Bowl Painting
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 — Create memories by painting your own ceramic bowl while enjoying delicious local ice cream.
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Juicer Clay Hand Building Class
4:00–5:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Creative clay crafting — Squeeze creativity into your kitchen with a hands-on clay juicer class.
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Kids’ Night Out: Mario Madness
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Check the website for costs — Drop off the kids for a night of Mario movie fun and a creative paint party.
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Halloween in May Clay Hand-Building Party
5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Celebrate Halloween early by sculpting your own spooky creation in this fun clay party.
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Mosaic Pollinator Watering Dish
1-3 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost for the class not mentioned — Create a beautiful glass and pottery mosaic watering dish to attract butterflies and bees to your garden.
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Mythical and Magical Creatures Kids Pottery Camp
9 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — Cost TBA — Discover the art of pottery by sculpting fantastical beasts and magical vessels.
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Fun with Slime Workshop
1-2 p.m. — Fondulac District Library — Registration required — Get messy and create your own slime in this hands-on class for kids aged 5 to 14.
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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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