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Sunday, September 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.

CULTURE NEWS

  • About 130 artists—ranging from local talent to those from other states—are displaying paintings and drawings at the Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair on the Riverfront, and the fair also features a children's area and a community mural project that will run until 4 p.m. today.  25 News Now

HEALTH NEWS

  • Yesterday, Plant Powered Peoria held its 'Beating the Drum' event at the Riverfront to raise awareness about lowering breast cancer risk by urging healthy practices—avoiding alcohol, exercising, and eating well.  25 News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 10/2/25

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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.

    Fri, 10/3/25

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  • Clay Hand Built Halloween Votives

    5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Craft spooky votives and embrace the Halloween spirit with creative clay fun.

    Sat, 10/4/25

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  • Oynx the Sloth and Friends at the Bodega

    12:30-3:00 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $45 — An EPIC adventure to create a sloth-themed mug while meeting various exotic animals including a real-life sloth.

    Sun, 10/5/25

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  • Fused Glass Spider Dish Workshop

    6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee not listed — Create a durable 6-inch spider dish perfect for Halloween décor.

    Thu, 10/9/25

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  • Haunted Hill & a Glass to Fill

    6:00-8:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Drink included — Create a spooky Halloween painting while enjoying a glass of wine.

    Fri, 10/10/25

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  • Swifties Night – New Album Release

    6-8:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 event fee — Create art inspired by Taylor Swift while enjoying her greatest hits in a fun, creative atmosphere.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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  • Textured Pumpkin Clay Hand Building Class

    1-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create your unique ceramic pumpkin with fun textures for the fall season.

    Sun, 10/12/25

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  • Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

    8-10 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — $5-$12 — Experience a vibrant evening of poetry and community with diverse artists performing live.

    Thu, 10/16/25

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  • K-pop Pottery Painting Night

    6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $10 entry — Create your own K-Pop inspired pottery while jamming to epic tunes and enjoying themed swag.

    Fri, 10/17/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Success is not about money. It's about peace.

~ Naval Ravikant

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