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    RIVERFRONT DISTRICT WEST MAIN STREET DISTRICT WAREHOUSE DISTRICT CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT

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Spirit of Peoria Father\'s Day Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Father\'s Day Cruise

Dixieland Lunch Cruise

Tell him to put down the tongs—we’re doing the grilling on our dock! The cookout features all the trimmings along with a 2 hour cruise and live music from a live Dixieland Band.

www.spiritofpeoria.com



Peoria Chiefs Baseball
Peoria Chiefs Baseball

Peoria Chiefs vs Burlington

www.peoriachiefs.com



Spirit of Peoria Fathers Day Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Fathers Day Cruise

Dixieland Lunch Cruise

Tell him to put down the tongs—we’re doing the grilling on our dock! The cookout features all the trimmings along with a 2 hour cruise and live music from a live Dixieland Band.

www.spiritofpeoria.com



Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock Overnight Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock Overnight Cruise

This wonderful overnight trip includes two relaxing days of cruising down the river. All-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—are served throughout the day. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wilflife sightings, a tour of Starved Rock, and even a visit from Mark Twain! Lodging provided by the Starved Rock Lodge. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat!

www.spiritofpeoria.com



Common Place Celebration
Common Place Celebration

Please join us for a reception to celebrate the outstanding programs of Common Place 

& to pay tribute to two incredible Love in Action Award Recipients:

Mayor Jim Ardis & Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat

Tuesday, June 21 from 5:00-7:00 pm  
Cocktails & Heavy Hors d’oeuvres at 5:00 pm  
Program at 6:00 pm


The Warehouse on State  
736 SW Washington Street, Peoria


Please RSVP by June 13, 2016 
Attire: Business Casual

 

$55 per person
$440 for a table of 8

To purchase tickets online: www.commonplacepeoria.org/events

Questions?  Call 309/674-3315



Special Halloween Live at the Five Spot
Special Halloween Live at the Five Spot

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features The Brazilionaires. 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.

***Special Halloween Live at the Five Spot this week featuring a costume contest with prizes!



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



Way Down Wanderers w/Horseshoes and Hand Grenades
Way Down Wanderers w/Horseshoes and Hand Grenades

Get blown away by the soulful energy this group creates with their instrumentals and lively stage show. This 5-piece band is a mix of fast-paced sound and soul with a bluegrass feel. Originating from Peoria, IL this Midwest group is one that you won’t want to miss at the Riverfront! For more information visit their website: thewaydownwanderers.com/shows
Horseshoes and Hand Grenades: While strongly rooted in bluegrass, old-time, and folk music, the band produces a sound that draws on the vaults of music collectively and individually enjoyed throughout the course of their lives thus far. Website: www.hhgmusic.com/
CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing
Admission: $10.00



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



Harmonica Invitational at CAC
Harmonica Invitational at CAC

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features a special Harmonica Invitational!  Featuring Bill Porter plus an extra hour, Dennis "Boz" Boswell and other fine harmonica players!  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



Kyle Bassett: GET TRICKED, A Night of Magic and Comedy
Kyle Bassett: GET TRICKED, A Night of Magic and Comedy

Admission is $10pp and at this time advanced purchase is not offered – general admission at the door starting at 6pm with the show at 8pm.

The new Broadway Lounge Appetizer Menu will be available starting at 6p. Kitchen will stay open until 30 minutes after the show ends! Menu items include Kahlua Pulled Pork Sliders, Pot Roast Nachos, Glazed Chicken Potato Skins topped with a carrot slaw, and Garlic Hummus with pita, gouda and white cheddar cheese, and kalamata olives.



Spirit of Peoria Moonlight Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Moonlight Cruise

Enjoy Peoria’s evening skyline by the light of the moon. Live entertainment is included with your ticket for this 2 hour cruise. A cash bar is available. Ask about private deck rental at reduced rates—perfect for rehearsal dinners or class reunions!

Tickets available at the dock. No reservations required.
www.spiritofpeoria.com

 



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features: Nathan Taylor & Friends

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



Spirit of Peoria St. Louis & Florence Overnight Cruise
Spirit of Peoria St. Louis & Florence Overnight Cruise

Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO to Florence, IL

Cruise from Peoria, IL to St. Louis, MO, and then back to Florence, IL on this relaxing five-day, four-night trip. Trip includes all-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—and live entertainment, such as live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, calliope playing, historical information, and wildlife sightings. Lodging is provided at various points along the river. Experience the slower pace of life with five peaceful days of cruising the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers!

June 25-29

www.spiritofpeoria.com



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

You'll find exceptional taste and freshness all season long.  Don't miss out on the best selection of  fresh produce, local meats, eggs, berries, breads and cheeses in Central Illinois!  Everything is locally grown and brought directly from farms and gardens each week.

We also feature a one-of-a-kind selection of art including pottery, blown glass, jewelry, wood turned items, candles, soaps and more~ all handcrafted by local artists!

We are located in the River Station parking lot (212 SW Water St), directly across from the Peoria Riverfront Museum.  Plenty of free parking is available in surrounding lots and streets.  Watch for new vendors, more entertainment, and lots of fun in the 2016 season!  More info...



Heartache Tonight Concert
Heartache Tonight Concert

CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing, gates open 6:00PM, show: 7:00-10:00PM

Admission: $7

There are other Eagles tribute shows but none as exciting and powerful or as true to the original spirit of the Eagles as this one. There are no pre-recorded backing tracks in this show; all vocal harmonies and guitar parts are faithful to the originals and performed live. This is a real concert experience featuring all the timeless classic songs from one of the greatest rock bands of all time.  More info...



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features: Joe Metzka

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