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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of December.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Peoria, IL, receives $500,000 for the Service Development Plan under the FRA's Corridor Identification Program, aiming to reintroduce Amtrak service between Peoria and Chicago.  City of Peoria

SPORTS NEWS

  • No. 20 Illinois will face No. 15 South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl, with early predictions leaning slightly towards South Carolina despite possible team changes.  Pekin Daily Times

EVENTS

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  • Exhibition: Terri Shockency's Double Entendre

    This exhibition features Terri Shockency's humorous and thought-provoking paintings that play on illustrated puns, depicting famous individuals as anthropomorphic animals.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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  • Exhibition: 'A Small Wonder Gift Shop'

    This exhibition showcases small works of art by local artists, perfect for holiday gifting and available for immediate purchase.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Exhibition: Terri Shockency - Double Entendre

    This exhibition showcases Terri Shockency's whimsical paintings that serve as illustrated puns, featuring anthropomorphic representations of famous personalities.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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  • Live Blues Music with Joe Metzka Band

    Enjoy a night of blues music featuring Joe Metzka and Friends at the Contemporary Art Center with the option to bring your own food and drinks.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Peoria Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker

    The Peoria Ballet stages a magical performance of 'The Nutcracker' featuring 100 local students and professional guest artists, accompanied by a live orchestra.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Glass Blowing Workshop at Art at the Bodega

    Participants will learn to blow glass and create personalized ornaments in a guided workshop designed for adults only.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Live Conversation with Chevy Chase Following the Screening of Christmas Vacation

    This event features a live dialogue with Chevy Chase after a screening of the classic film 'Christmas Vacation' at the Peoria Civic Center.

    Mon, 12/16/24

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  • Exhibition: A Small Wonder Gift Shop

    This exhibition showcases small works of art from local artists, perfect for holiday gifting, featuring a variety of mediums including glass, ceramics, and original prints.

    Tue, 12/17/24

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  • Exhibition: 'A Small Wonder Gift Shop'

    The exhibition features small works of art from local artists, perfect for holiday gifts, in a gallery setting where items can be purchased immediately.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Exhibition: A Small Wonder Gift Shop

    This exhibition features small artworks from local artists, ideal for holiday gifts, in a transformed gift shop setting at the Contemporary Art Center.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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