Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Weather Channel forecasts that on Halloween, Peoria will have partly cloudy skies with a high of 59 and a few showers in the evening, while other Illinois cities will see varying conditions including cooler temperatures and chances of rain. Families should plan ahead for variable weather on the holiday (detailed forecasts differ by city). Pekin Daily Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Workers from Clearly Windows dressed as superheroes and rappelled down to clean windows at OSF Children's Hospital in Peoria while spreading cheer to sick children. The twice-yearly event has brightened the day of patients and staff — showing the company's commitment to making a positive impact. 25 News Now
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Moonlight Mischief Canvas Painting
6-8:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Wine purchase available — Enjoy a fun-filled evening painting a spooky cat under the harvest moon.
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Zootober: Halloween Fright Fest at Peoria Zoo
6-9 p.m. — Peoria Zoo — $12 per person — Experience Halloween thrills with family-friendly activities and spooky fun after dark.
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Boo-tiful Builds: Halloween Clay Workshop
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35.00 – $40.00 — Create spooky Halloween-themed clay projects in a fun hand-building class.
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Frankenstein at Corn Stock Theatre
7:30 p.m. — Corn Stock Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating performance of the classic tale of Frankenstein.
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Halloween Wheel Throwing Party
6:30-8 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Spin spooky magic on the pottery wheel and create your own Halloween-themed masterpiece.
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Thanksgiving Turkey Clay Hand-Building Class
1-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45.00 – $90.00 — Celebrate the season by sculpting your own clay turkey masterpiece for a unique holiday keepsake.
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High Profile Athletes & Midwest Bucks 2026 7v7 Tryouts
5:30-7 p.m. — Peoria Stadium — Free entry — Showcase your skills in a competitive 7v7 football tryout event.
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Foster Family Information Session
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Central Illinois Friends Community Center — Free entry — Discover the process of becoming a licensed foster family and support youth in need.
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Textured Pumpkin Clay Hand Building Class
4-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 — Get into the fall spirit while hand-building your own unique ceramic pumpkin.
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Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen
7:15-9:15 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Enjoy a competitive ice hockey matchup between local favorites.
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