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Peoria
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Donations on Veterans Day raised $50,000 at WEEK studios that will fund four Greater Peoria Honor Flights to Washington, D.C. next year, according to public affairs director Yvonne Rosenbohm. The funds will also support next spring’s Operation Penguin for veterans unable to travel, with 100 veterans signed up and 10 volunteers offering help. 25 News Now
- ➤ Peoria’s Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday ended with a small emotional ceremony honoring veterans and their sacrifices—local officials and attendees expressed respect for a tradition over a century old. 25 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Cookery in Morton paused private events and public classes on Nov. 10 as it explored a possible ownership change—gift cards and tickets remain valid and may be honored by new owners if a transfer occurs. Pekin Daily Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Morton Community Chorus and Orchestra will perform Handel’s Messiah on November 23 at Grace Church in Morton — the concert features professional soloists, community musicians and an organ prelude by Peter Wykert. Admission is free and seating is open. WCBU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washington Community High School honored its remaining World War Two veteran, 102-year-old Max Tessier, on Veteran’s Day with a ceremony featuring songs by the school chorus and a proclamation from Mayor Lilija Stevens plus student flag sales raised $1,000 for the Greater Peoria Honor Flight. WMBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In the Illinois high school football playoffs, 64 teams remain and at least 52 top recruits will play in quarterfinal games this weekend, with many holding D-1 offers + the recruit list shows each player's ranking, high school, and college interest. The schedule from 247sports.com details game times and matchups from Chicago to East St. Louis + it covers classes 2026 to 2028. Pekin Daily Times
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Holly Wreath Hand Building Class
4-6 p.m. — The Clay Den — Workshop fee varies — Craft a charming holiday wreath from clay in this festive hand-building class.
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Cardinal in Winter Painting Class
6-8:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Create a personalized Cardinal in Winter acrylic painting while enjoying a fun-filled artistic atmosphere.
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Make Your Own Christmas Village House Clay Class
1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost TBA — Design and sculpt your unique ceramic holiday house in a festive clay workshop.
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Ladies Sing Along Brunch
10 AM – 12 PM — Castaways — Starts at $28.52 — Enjoy a delightful brunch while singing your favorite songs in a lively atmosphere.
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Wheel Thrown Lidded Jars Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — Includes materials — Elevate your pottery skills by crafting unique, functional lidded jars over two specialized sessions.
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Sparkle & Sip Soirée – Peoria's Festival of Trees 2025
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. — Holiday Inn & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie — $75 per ticket or $600 for a table of ten — Enjoy a lively brunch with bubbly, raffles, and live entertainment while supporting local families.
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Clay Den 1-Year Anniversary Celebration
1-5 p.m. — The Clay Den — Free entry — Celebrate creativity and community with live music, special offers, and a holiday food drive.
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Christmas Tree Fused Glass Dish Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Check event webpage for details — Create a festive fused glass dish for holiday treats while enjoying a fun class atmosphere.
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Thanksgiving Break Kids Mini Clay Camp
10 a.m.-12 p.m. — The Clay Den — Registration required — A creative 2-day camp that introduces kids to ceramics with hands-on clay activities.
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Thanksgiving Break Kids Mini Clay Camp
10 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — Cost information not provided — Kids will explore ceramics through hands-on projects like sculpting and wheel throwing.
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