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Monday, June 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, road construction projects begin in Peoria with a major upgrade on Route 9 west of Tremont to East Street—this work will include pavement patching, resurfacing, widening to add a center turn lane, new bike lanes and pavement markings, and a culvert replacement that will require intermittent daytime lane closures into summer 2026. Sewer work will also start on Jefferson Avenue between Blaine Street and Greenlawn Avenue, and paving on Maxwell Road from Charleston to Fairview will resume at 6 a.m. with delays up to 20 minutes expected. WMBD
SHOP NEWS
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06/24 Slow Hand BBQ
6-8 p.m. — Slow Hand Craft BBQ — RSVP required by Tuesday at 11 — Enjoy slow-smoked Midwestern BBQ paired with local craft drinks in a cozy balcony setting.
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3-Day Summer Art Camp: Week 3
9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — $165 per week — Dive into exciting cultures through art in a fun-filled setting for kids aged 6+.
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Fused Glass Hot Air Balloons Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee required — Create stunning fused glass sun catchers in a hands-on art workshop.
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Stoneware Glazing Technique Class
6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost info available upon inquiry — Explore the vibrant world of glazing and create your unique high-fire stoneware masterpiece.
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Boho Wall Shelf Hand Building Class
12:30-2:00 p.m. — The Clay Den — $40.00 — Create a unique bohemian wall shelf in this relaxing hand-building clay class.
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Floral Crushed Glass Resin and Canvas Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Create stunning crushed glass art pieces while enjoying drinks and snacks in a vibrant setting.
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Peoria Jaycees' Firecracker 5000
7:30 a.m. — Visit Downtown Peoria — Registration fees apply — Kick off your Fourth in Red, White, and Blue with a spirited 5000 race.
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Wall Planter Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a unique hand-built wall pocket planter while learning slab-building techniques.
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Silly Old Bear Canvas Workshop
5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All materials included — Enjoy a nostalgic painting session inspired by Winnie the Pooh that’s fun for all ages.
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Cute Breakfast-themed Clay Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create adorable toast-sized plates with a matching toaster holder in this fun clay workshop.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
~ Booker T. Washington
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