Good morning, Peoria.

Bradley University Theatre will show Into the Woods, its first full musical since 2017, with performances set for November 7-9 and November 12-16 at the Meyer Jacobs Theatre.

Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners spoke with director Al Oltmanns—who reimagined classic fairy tale characters using Stephen Sondheim's music—to explain the production.

Chicago-based comedy troupe The Second City will perform its holiday revue 'Jack Frost Roasting on an Open Fire' at Illinois Central College Performing Arts Center on Nov.

29 — part of the college's guest artist series. Tickets are available online and at the box office Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Community leaders celebrated 75 years of the Metropolitan Airport Authority of Peoria on Wednesday, marking a historic milestone that includes the opening of a new terminal and the addition of Mt. Hawley Airport in North Peoria.

Director of Airports Gene Olson said the authority, which took over operations from the Peoria Park District in 1950, is now at record performing levels—an achievement that underscores its lasting impact on the region.

OSF HealthCare is actively recruiting more urologists and advanced practice providers to address a nationwide shortage and expand patient care.

Two new urologists will start in July 2026 — some patients are being transitioned to Dr. Erin Mowers for ongoing care.

The Bradley men's basketball team now has a new floor at Carver Arena—installed by the Peoria Civic Center in a trade involving the old floor—and will debut it today in an exhibition game against Saint Louis.

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.

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.

Frankenstein at Corn Stock Theatre

7:30 p.m. — Corn Stock Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a captivating performance of the classic tale of Frankenstein.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen

7:15-9:15 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Enjoy a competitive ice hockey matchup between local favorites.

Spilled Tea Bookmark Crafting

1-2:30 p.m. — Fondulac District Library — Free entry — Create whimsical bookmarks that express your love of reading with a fun spilled tea design.