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Peoria
Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday at Northwoods Mall’s THINK training center, the 'Men, Let's Talk' series held its first session on fatherhood—where panelists, including lawyer Christopher McCall, explained how children feel when a father is absent. The training center will hold a session on respect on Oct. 11 and will later announce discussions on relationships and men’s priorities. 25 News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Peoria-area orchards like Tanners Orchard and Christ Orchard let families pick apples now and plan pumpkin picking soon—many sites feature hay rides, corn mazes, and animal displays to enhance the outing. Pekin Daily Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mylee Hansen, a Pekin High School graduate and Monmouth College kicker, made history on Sept. 13 when she kicked her first college field goals in a 78-7 win over St. Lawrence University—she hit a 21-yard kick at the end of the second quarter and a 30-yard kick early in the third. Pekin Daily Times
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6 Week Wheel Throwing Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $275 — Explore pottery fundamentals and create beautiful pieces in a hands-on wheel-throwing course.
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Clay Hand Built Halloween Votives
5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials provided — Create spooky votives in a fun Halloween-themed clay class.
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Jurassic Quest
7 PM - 1:29 AM — Peoria Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience life-sized dinosaur exhibits and immersive activities for all ages.
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Woofstock 2025
12-4 p.m. — Kickapoo Sportsman's Club — $20/ticket (Kids 12 and under free) — Enjoy a groovy outdoor concert with food trucks and live music while supporting animal rescue.
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Faux Stained Glass Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $50 — Create your own shimmering faux stained glass masterpiece using colorful crushed glass and resin.
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Contemporary Art Center Evening
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — Free entry — Explore contemporary art in a vibrant community setting.
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Peoria Symphony Orchestra: Titanic Score Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional depth of Titanic's iconic score performed live by an orchestra.
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Simply Haunting Acrylic Painting Workshop
1:30-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies provided — Create a spooky autumn-themed acrylic painting in a fun, guided workshop.
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Chonda Pierce Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Five Points Washington — VIP $70.43, Non-VIP $25 — Enjoy an evening of laughter and real talk with Chonda Pierce's signature humor.
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Poison Apple Mug Clay Hand Building Class
5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost information not provided — Create a spooky Poison Apple Mug in this fun Halloween clay class.
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