Good morning, Peoria.

Peoria County opened its renovated Bicentennial Park at the courthouse plaza last Friday during a First Fridays Amplified event featuring live music, art, food trucks and free ice cream.

Upgrades include new stone pavers+lighting, landscaping and a water feature with bronze bison.

After Saturday's sectional games reduced teams to 32, IHSA baseball will host Elite Eight supersectionals Monday, June 8 at several venues; winners in 1A/2A will face state finals at Illinois Field (Champaign) and 3A/4A at Slammers Stadium (Joliet) June 12-13.

On Saturday, June 6, IHSA softball state championships at the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex saw Dakota win its first state title in Class 1A as Waltonville fell 2–1, while games in Classes 2A, 3A and 4A remained unfinished; officials will update scores as the tournaments continue.

Beginner Wheel Throwing Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $285 — Immerse yourself in pottery with a 6-week wheel-throwing course designed for beginners and skill refiners alike.

Paint Nite Creative Event

7-9 p.m. — Kickback On Fulton — $45 — Unleash your inner artist while sipping drinks and creating beautiful art with friends.

Live Concert: Redferrin

7-9:30 p.m. — Crusens Farmington Rd — $25-$50 — Enjoy an electrifying night with Redferrin and Shaylen at this lively music venue.

Under the Sea Kids Pottery Summer Camp

9 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — No cost listed — Explore ocean magic through pottery with creative clay projects for kids aged 7 and up.

Live at the Five Spot: John Miller and the Romaniacs

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria — $8-members, $12-nonmembers — Experience the vibrant sounds of Gypsy jazz and enjoy a fun night of music with John Miller and the Romaniacs.

Stained Glass Foundations: Beginner Workshop

9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $85 — Dive into the world of stained glass and create your own masterpiece in this hands-on beginner workshop.

Stained Glass Foundations Workshop

1-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $85 per person — Dive into stained glass art with hands-on training and create a beautiful piece to take home.

Sit & Stitch: Evening Edition

6-7:30 p.m. — Fondulac District Library — No cost — Craft and connect over stitching and knitting with fellow enthusiasts.

Summer 3-Day Camp: Imaginary Worlds

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $185 per week — Engage in creative projects like Glass Fusing and Ceramic Painting themed around Imaginary Worlds.

Teen Pottery Summer Camp

9 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — Registration required — Unleash creativity at a hands-on pottery camp for teens with fun projects and wheel throwing.

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.