Good morning, Peoria.

Since 2022, Sandy and Phillip Anton have volunteered at Midwest Food Bank in Peoria, with Sandy helping clients check in and choose food and Phillip operating the overhead door for loading vehicles + covering other tasks to address local food insecurity in retirement.

Stan Cohen, a Salvation Army volunteer (volunteering since a natural disaster), leads the Tree of Lights Campaign that has engaged 750 helpers and raised over $1.2 million to support local services; the campaign ends in January.

After nearly 60 years at Adams Street, UFS Outlet Center closed yesterday — it will reopen in January at Northpoint Shopping Center with more space and improved parking.

Jingle and Throw: A Holiday Wheel Throwing Party

6:30-8 p.m. — The Clay Den — $45 — Create your own festive pottery masterpiece in a fun holiday-themed wheel throwing class.

Jake Jaeger Headlining Debut

8-9:30 p.m. — Jukebox Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Central Illinois’ rising star and friends post-holiday.

Bubble Bowl Clay Hand Building Class

12:30-2 p.m. — The Clay Den — Cost details not provided — Create a unique bubble bowl using fun hand-building techniques in a welcoming environment.

Winter Break Kids Mini Clay Camp

10 AM - 4 PM — The Clay Den — Cost info not provided — A creative 2-Day camp where kids ages 6 and up learn hand building and wheel throwing techniques in ceramics.

Winter Break Kids Mini Clay Camp

10 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — Cost info not specified — Kids explore ceramics through hands-on projects in a fun winter camp.

Winter Break Kids Mini Clay Camp

10 AM – 12 PM — The Clay Den — $35 — A creative escape for kids to explore pottery with hands-on guidance.

Glass Blowing Ornaments Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $65 for three pieces — Learn to blow glass and create unique ornaments in this fun, hands-on workshop.

Fused Glass Snowmen Workshop

2-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee for snowman creation — Create personalized fused glass snowmen while enjoying festive snacks and drinks.

Valentine's Day Prints Pop-Up

12-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $25 deposit towards custom artwork — Create personalized pottery pieces in time for Valentine’s Day.

Coffee @ the Clubhouse

10 AM – 12 PM — Shore Acres Clubhouse — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and treats while taking in beautiful views with friends.