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Week of August 2, 2015

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Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



Tannahill Weavers
Tannahill Weavers

One of Scotland's finest folk bands, the Tannahill Weavers, is coming to Peoria! Come join us August 5th on the RiverFront for a night of traditional music straight from the Highlands!

 

Doors open at 6:30pm at the Peoria RiverFront Events / CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing. Admission is $7.

 



CEFCU Jazz Series
CEFCU Jazz Series
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



CIAO First Friday Artists' Studio Tours
CIAO First Friday Artists' Studio Tours

On the First Friday of every month, from 5pm to 9pm, join us for an intimate look at studios, galleries and arts organizations. Meet artists, musicians, neighbors and collectors. The tour includes Twelve locations and spans a breadth of artistic media. Come, enjoy the unique efforts of creative and talented artists living and working in Central Illinois. For more information, visit www.ciaopeoria.com



Live at the Five Spot
Live at the Five Spot

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features Rooster Alley.  For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org

Admission is $8 for members ($12 for nonmembers), $7 for student & senior members ($11 for student & senior nonmembers).  Students with valid school ID & seniors age 65 & older.

Live at the Five Spot followed by Salsa lessons and dancing on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month ~  8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.  Visit www.peoriacac.org for more details



Soul Fest
Soul Fest

One of the Peoria Park District’s signature events returns to the RiverFront in 2015. The first day (8/7) of the River City Soul Fest celebrates Gospel music with a variety of local choirs and performers. Gospel star Ricky Dillard & New G will headline the evening! Don’t miss the soulful sounds of Gospel on the RiverFront, as well as merchants, food, and more. Day two (8/8) will feature more local talent on stage to open for the R&B headlining acts: Dru Hill and Silk!

Friday, August 7th
6pm Doors Open
630-8pm: Peoria’s Finest Vocal Competition, Peoria’s United Praise Dancers, River City Mass Choir
8pm: Ricky Dillard & New G

Saturday, August 8th
6pm Doors Open
645pm – Ebony Wade
7pm – Blu Print
8pm – Silk
930pm – Dru Hill

Admission: Friday - $15 in advance/at gates
Saturday - $20 in advance/at gates
Weekend Pass - $25 in advance

More info at www.facebook.com/events



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features:  Change Up

Enjoy live music every weekend!   For a complete listing, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

Fresh produce, local meats, eggs, cheeses, breads, fresh flowers
and more!

Local art, live music and demonstrtions each week!

Open every Saturday morning
May 23 - Sept 26
8 a.m. - Noon
200 Block of Water Street
Directly across from the Peoria Riverfront Museum
More info....

 



Ignite Peoria
Ignite Peoria
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.

These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



Soul Fest
Soul Fest

One of the Peoria Park District’s signature events returns to the RiverFront in 2015. The first day (8/7) of the River City Soul Fest celebrates Gospel music with a variety of local choirs and performers. Gospel star Ricky Dillard & New G will headline the evening! Don’t miss the soulful sounds of Gospel on the RiverFront, as well as merchants, food, and more. Day two (8/8) will feature more local talent on stage to open for the R&B headlining acts: Dru Hill and Silk!

Friday, August 7th
6pm Doors Open
630-8pm: Peoria’s Finest Vocal Competition, Peoria’s United Praise Dancers, River City Mass Choir
8pm: Ricky Dillard & New G

Saturday, August 8th
6pm Doors Open
645pm – Ebony Wade
7pm – Blu Print
8pm – Silk
930pm – Dru Hill

Admission: Friday - $15 in advance/at gates
Saturday - $20 in advance/at gates
Weekend Pass - $25 in advance

More info at www.facebook.com/events



Spirit of Peoria Murder Mystery Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Murder Mystery Cruise

Who done it? And why? This interactive cruise is more than a shot in the dark. The cast of the Champaign-Urbana Theater Company will dine and mingle with you as the mystery unfolds!

Click here for more information

www.spiritofpeoria.com



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features:  Coco Loco

Enjoy live music every weekend!   For a complete listing, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz