Bob & Joan. Junior & Jackie. Sid & Flo. Their pairings are ubiquitous, with each complementing and magnifying the strengths of the other. They came together out of love and a shared commitment to improving their communities and providing opportunities to young people.

You’ve read their interviews… now join us on Facebook Live to honor and celebrate their work and achievements as Peoria Magazines and the Peoria Riverfront Museum present Local Legends Live!

Editor-in-chief Jonathan Wright and contributing writer/interviewer Mae Gilliland Wright will join each Legendary couple for a series of fun and insightful conversations, live-streamed into the comfort of your own home!
• July 15: Bob & Joan Ericksen
• July 22: Junior & Jackie Watkins
• July 29: Sid & Flo Banwart

Each event will start at 6:00pm and last approximately 45 to 60 minutes, with live videography by Jeffery Noble and Tim Sotter of Six Foot Sessions. Viewers will have the opportunity to submit their own questions to the couples.

Many thanks to our sponsors—RLI, Cullinan Properties, DVI, Community Foundation of Central Illinois, Hometown Community Banks, OSF HealthCare, Farnsworth Group and the Wayne Baum Family Foundation—for making these events possible.

Check out the July 2020 issue of Peoria Magazine for more on each of these amazing couples.

Sid & Flo Banwart: Partners in Philanthropy
Over the years, this generous couple has quietly worked to make a positive impact on their community, having dedicated their lives to giving—and inspiring others to do the same.
https://www.peoriamagazines.com/pm/2020/jul/sid-flo-banwart

Bob & Joan Ericksen: Connections to Nature
They came together as artists and teachers on a mission to connect children to art, science and nature, so today’s youth might experience the same magic they had felt as kids.
https://www.peoriamagazines.com/pm/2020/jul/bob-joan-ericksen

Junior & Jackie Watkins: Paying It Forward
From mentoring the next generation through sports to commemorating African American history, their life together has been one of dedication, purpose and accomplishment.
https://www.peoriamagazines.com/pm/2020/jul/junior-jackie-watkins

Wednesday is Open Mic Comedy Night at the Jukebox! Come to take the stage and give comedy a try or sit back in the audience and enjoy the show! Always unpredictable and FUN!
For individuals wishing to go on stage, please have up to 5 minutes of material prepared. There is no cost to go up and perform. Sign up in advance or at the door!
Doors open at 7 pm
Showtime 8 pm
Audience Tickets just $5
Sign up to perform $0
Rated – R

July 9 – JC & The Redemption
July 16 – The King Family
July 23 – West McQueen Street Band
July 30 – Caterpillar Employees Big Band
August 6 – Aileeah Colgan
August 13 – Cousin Eddie
August 20 – Jim Markum Swing Band

Presented by the Morton Fine Arts Association.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket, meet some friends & family, and enjoy great music at a beautiful venue.

Starting 6:00PM – Sandwiches, Snacks & Drinks Available for Purchase (Or, Bring your own picnic)

In case of rain, concerts WILL be cancelled.

Join the Betty Jayne Brimmer Center for the Performing Arts with Megan Couri for an evening of painting, music and best of all, WINE!

$20 in advance, $25 day of event

Join Flo for a special virtual fundraiser, “Final Dress with Flo,” to benefit Peoria Players. Every Third Thursday, meet Miss Flo for a Trivia Night! The first installment will take place on Thursday, July 16 at 7:30 pm. Teams of up to 4 people are allowed. The fee for trivia is $20/team, but donations are also accepted.

To register your team, visit this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdixWJ0216xsOcFrHPhAvkVXGJJ-HLu2KsVTmZni7ZGdX4QZA/viewform

The person who is registering will be the team captain; they will be the person who receives the link to the Zoom meeting the night of the event.

Meet at the lot next to cemetery office and follow guide Marilyn Leyland in your own car to the Lydia Moss Bradley family circle of graves. While there, learn more about Lydia’s amazing life and many contributions to Peoria. Next stroll over to the Lucie Tyng family circle of graves, which is not visible from the road. Lucie Tyng’s grave is notable for the tribute displayed there from the Women’s Christian Temperance Union. You will also visit the graves of several other Peoria notables in the Mt. Prospect section of Springdale. Marilyn is a former President of PHS, a frequent writer and lecturer on Peoria history, and a veteran guide.
• Participants are asked to wear masks during the tour and to socially distance from one another.
• Tours will last approximately 1 ½ hours, unless otherwise indicated.
• Tour fee is $15 per person.
• Tours will be limited to no more than 8 participants to assure social distancing.
• Participants should feel comfortable walking 1 ½ miles and standing up to 20 minutes.
• There may be uneven ground at Springdale Cemetery or on public sidewalks.
• Tours will go rain or shine, except in the case of severe weather. Participants should dress accordingly. If severe weather comes up while a tour is taking place, it may be cut short to ensure the safety of the participants.
• Cancellations permitted up to 24 hours ahead with full refund or reschedule.

Every Friday Night, 5:30pm – 7:30 p.m. Preston Jackson Gallery

Admission: Member: $8.00, Nonmember: $12.00

Live at the Five Spot is the Contemporary Art Center’s weekly Friday night music event featuring the best regional talent performing a variety of great music, including R&B, Jazz, Blues, Pop, Rock and lots more. Enjoy a nightclub atmosphere while unwinding with your friends after a busy week. While the music fills the building, one can stroll through our three fine art galleries. Consult the calendar to learn what bands will be playing.

If you would like a discount on admission, become a member of the CAC. If you join during Live at the Five Spot, you receive a free pass for two for another night. Learn more about the different levels for membership at Support. Some of the upper levels provide complimentary passes for events.

One of the benefits of membership is to be able to reserve a table. If you have a large party and you want to be sure to be seated together, this is a good option to consider. View the floor plan.

There are typically six five-foot round tables available to reserve. The five-foot rounds and the conference table are the only tables that may be reserved. The five-foot rounds are numbered. A five-foot round is $25 and seats eight people. The conference table is $50 and seats 12 but more chairs can be placed in the area. Payment can be taken over the phone with a credit card or you can stop in during business hours, Tues – Sat 11:00am to 5:00pm.

Join us for this Free concert outdoors in our South parking lot area! This Family friendly event hosted by Prairie Wind Ensemble with Director Jim Tallman is sure to be an enjoyable evening. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music from 7:00 – 8:30pm. Gates open at 6:30pm and there will be a cash bar for refreshments and snacks available to purchase.

Join us for some unwinding with your favorite music on Main Street in front of the Apollo for on sidewalk outdoor dining.

A Latin Dance Event 8:30pm – 12:00am

The 1st and 3rd Fridays (after Five Spot)

8:30pm – 9:30pm: Dance lesson. 9:30pm – 12:00pm: Open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero.

Admission: $4.00 CAC Members, $7.00 nonmembers.

Things are better when you’re part of a team! So Art at the Bodega, Eyes Up Equestrian and Mackinaw Valley Vineyard have teamed up to create the perfect day for adults. That’s right we did! So get your team together ride with us, paint with us, drink with us. I guess what we’re saying is…Come join the team!

We’ll begin with morning yoga and mimosas before we get to know the horses and play mounted games. After our complimentary lunch, Art at the Bodega will hold a canvas art class while we taste wine from Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. We’ve dreamed up the perfect team building, bonding experience for you and your pals! Come ride, paint, and sip with us!

This event will be held at Eyes Up Equestrian @ 15501 W Brimfield Jubilee Road, Brimfield, IL 61517.

We only have 10 spots available. Sign up quick.

All supplies (Due to COVID we will require you bring your own yoga mat. If you do not have one, you can bring a towel or sit and just enjoy the morning) drinks and food are included. 21+ beginners welcome. Event will go rain or shine. Due to the nature of the event we unfortunately cannot give refunds if you cancel.

Have a group of 10? We can do private events on whatever date you would like!

Folk, Blues, Roots, Rock, and Originals. All infused with my love of fingerpicking Piedmont and Country Blues.

The debut of Revel in Red at the Mackinaw Valley Winery!

Local artists showcase their talents and sell their art at this free event. The midwestern artists invited specialize in oil and water color painting, wood, jewelry, metal work, ceramics and glass.

Local car clubs have been invited to display their cars and the Cruise-In is coordinated by the Midstate Cruisers Club in conjunction with Mackinaw Valley Vineyard.
Wine tasting is featured all day in tasting room
Our friend and talented musician Greg Williams will entertain.
The kids will have their concrete canvas area to draw and show off their talents at this family friendly event.
free face painting for kids of all ages.
Food- Concessions by The Mackinaw Lions Club
Popcorn, Ropp Cheeses and Chocolatier Chocolates
Please come out and enjoy this free event and support our local art community and do some early holiday shopping.

COVID Restore Illinois Phase 3 & 4 info, please cooperate to allow us to be open:

Masks should be worn when: in serving lines, restrooms and when less than 6’ away from others. Masks can be off when seated in your area with your group of 6 or less people.

DANCE FLOOR: We will not have the dance floor open DURING PHASE THREE OR FOUR to allow the bands to space out more when performing for their own social distancing. STANDING AND CONGREGATING AROUND THE BAND AREA IS NOT ALLOWED. If you just have to dance do so in your seating area.

Wine flight tasting: After 6pm there is no wine flight tasting on live music nights, just glass and bottle sales. Beer and soft drinks available too. There are three bar areas and four restrooms area open for use during the live music time. All drinks must be consumed in the outdoor areas.

LAWN SEATING AREA: The yard area seating is open seating but groups are limited to NO MORE THAN 6 people per group seating area. We will have the yard marked with stakes or paint showing areas 12’ apart to gauge where to sit with your group for social distancing. Our staff will be available to help with questions about yard seating. If you come with more than 6 people please sit in adjacent areas of 6 people each.

THANK YOU in advance: We too hope that we will have less restrictions soon and we really appreciate your cooperation. Abiding by these guidelines allows you to visit us and enjoy yourselves and for us to be open in our outdoor spaces and be in business in the future.

Music Mondays | Year of the Guitar LIVE SESSIONS on Facebook

John Cardoni LIVE

Mon, Jul 20 | 5 pm

Live on Peoria Riverfront Museum’s Facebook Page (@riverfrontmuseum)

Join us for FREE Music Mondays | Year of the Guitar LIVE SESSIONS on Peoria Riverfront Museum’s Facebook page, as Central Illinoisans and accomplished guitar musicians bring live concerts to your living room!

John Cardoni

John Cardoni is an Adjunct Instructor of Guitar at Belmont University, where he teaches commercial guitar lessons, guitar class, and performs with the Faculty Jazz Group. He regularly performs across the country with Nashville-based bands and artists. Currently he works with the 12 South Band, a high-end corporate band. From 2013 to 2015 he was lead guitarist and musical director for American Idol alum Josh Gracin. He also performed on stage with Amy Grant, Danny Gottlieb, Chester Thompson, Kristin Kelly, Maynard Ferguson, Paul Galbraith, Laura Bell Bundy, and Amber Carrington (The Voice). In addition, he opened for Little Richard, Earth Wind & Fire, Laurence Juber (guitarist for Wings), Norbert Putnam, NEEDTOBREATHE, Craig Morgan, Keith Anderson, J.T. Hodges, Antigravity, Freckled Sky, and Blue Rodeo. So far Mr. Cardoni has recorded nine albums with four different bands, along with various session and demo work. For six years he helped lead a 9-piece funk/fusion band called Public Display of Funk (they were young). The band recorded three albums that featured many of his original compositions and arrangements. He recorded four more records with an original alt-country/rock group called The Micah Walk Band. In his spare time, he works on producing original tracks for licensing and writing solo guitar arrangements.

Mr. Cardoni earned his M.M. in Commercial Music with an emphasis in guitar performance from Belmont University in 2013. His graduate recital and thesis paper focused on the music and playing styles of Nashville guitarists over the years. That research involved interviewing greats such as John Knowles (C.G.P.), Guthrie Trapp, Kenny Vaughan, Jack Pearson, and Brent Mason. Mr. Cardoni received his B.M. in Commercial Music from Millikin University in 2004. His undergraduate studies centered on both classical and jazz guitar, music theory, arranging, and recording studio work. In 2008 Mr. Cardoni joined the Millikin faculty. He taught classical and commercial guitar lessons, directed the secondary guitar ensemble, and led a pop/rock combo. He also composed and arranged multiple pieces for classical guitar ensemble. His arrangement of “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” featured as the title track for a 2010 Christmas album by the Millikin Guitar Ensemble.

Contact: john.cardoni@adjuncts.belmont.edu

Post-concert videos will be posted on our YouTube channel in our “Year of the Guitar” playlist!

Sponsored by Visionary Society.

LIVE @ FIVE POINTS Morning Movie series presents
The Sandlot, a great family feature film!

July 21st at 10am in the Caterpillar Performing Arts Theater
Doors open at 9:40am, Movie at 10am

Free for Seniors, age 62 or Toddlers 2 and under
$2 Admission
Concessions Available

Thank you sponsors: MTCO digiMAX, Uftring Auto Group, Washington Community Bank, Ameren Illinois, Create A Scene, I Do Events

Join the Betty Jayne Brimmer Center and The Central Illinois Jazz Society in welcoming several Jazz groups to the Betty Jayne! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the evening breeze on our front lawn while jazz fills the air of Peoria Heights!
The bar will be open for your convenience and their lovely servers will be out to take your drink orders on the lawn. We also invite you to grab a to-go meal at one of your favorite Heights restaurants on your way and bring it to the Betty! Outside drinks are not permitted.
Tickets- $5 advance at center or online ($1.94 charge- see https://www.facebook.com/thebettyjayne/events/?ref=page_internal)
Or $7 at the door
Doors Open at 6:30
Music Begins at 7:00
Schedule:
July 9- Kevin Hart and the Vibe Tribe
July 23- DisOrganizer
July 30- Judy Page Project
August 13- David Hoffman and Friends

Five Points Fridays, a series of free outdoor concerts, will present its next show in the series with a performance on July 24 by Kickin’ & Pickin’, a one-man band featuring Kyle Rhoney.

Gates open at 5:30 pm, and the performance is scheduled to begin at 6 pm. The event will be held in the new Five Points Washington outdoor patio and adjacent parking lot area, located on the south end of the facility. A food truck and a cash bar will be available.

The July 24 performance by Kickin’ & Pickin’ features one-man band Kyle Rhoney, who performs an array of folk, rock and bluegrass music. He presents an eclectic blend of tunes on an assortment of instruments, including acoustic guitar, harmonicas, foot-drums and kazoo, all presented with powerful, high-energy vocals.

All performances in the Five Points Fridays series are free and open to the public; tickets are not required but, for planning purposes, attendees are encouraged to indicate they will attend in the individual Facebook event listings on the Live at Five Points Facebook page. Masks are not required by attendees as along as social distancing can be maintained. Limited seating and tables will be provided while adhering to social distancing guidelines, but attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.

Other events in the Five Points Fridays series include:
August 14 – Chase Sieting (acoustic rock)
August 21 – Black Velvet (multigenerational eclectic)
September 25 – Top 4D (acoustic pop music)
October 16 – Kickin’ & Pickin’ (eclectic acoustic)

The Five Points Fridays series of music performance events is made possible by sponsorships from: headline sponsor MTCO Communications; Live@Five sponsors Uftring Automotive, Washington Community Bank, Ameren Illinois, Trane, I Do Events, Create A Scene; and silver sponsor Edward Jones – Nicole Miller Agency.
Five Points Washington opened in 2007 and is a self-sustaining, not-for-profit complex that uses fitness center user fees, rental revenue, and event admission sales to finance day-to-day operations. In addition to its new outdoor event space, the facility houses a 1,020-seat performing arts center, event/banquet/meeting rooms, a fitness center/gym and an aquatics center.

A full listing of events in the is available on the Live at Five Points Facebook page or by visiting FivePointsWashington.org. For more information, call (309) 444-8222.

Join the Betty Jayne in welcoming the Johnny Burnett Band for an evening of music and fun!

The Betty Jayne Brimmer Center for the Performing Arts presents an Evening with the Johnny Burnett Band.
Cash bar will be available and if weather permits, we will have our Nanawall open. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and sit on our front lawn and enjoy the summer evening breeze! Social Distancing guidelines will be in force!
The Johnny Burnett Band:
The Johnny Burnett Band will thrill you with their exceptional talent as they tap into the goldmine of great classic rock, including rock legends Van Morrison, David Bowie, Elton John, Queen, The Beatles, Chicago, Sting, Guns ‘N Roses, The Charlie Daniels Band, Steely Dan, Pink Floyd and much more! The Johnny Burnett Band has entertained audiences throughout the midwest and will have you singing, dancing, and shouting for more!
www.johnnyburnett.weebly.com
Doors- 6:30pm
Show- 7:00pm- 10:00pm

$10 in advance

$15 day of show

Calling Greg Hahn “high-energy” is an understatement! Ever since his first appearance in 2007, we’ve been reveling in the hyperactive-hilarity of this one-of-a-kind comic! After dozens of stops on the Bob and Tom “All Star” tour, Greg was one of only 5 comics chosen for their first Comedy Central Special!
He’s also run for president on “Tosh O,” performed on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and shows on CBS, ABC, FOX, MTV, and CMT!
He has been described as “absurdly energetic” with an act where there’s “no waiting for the funny, just immediate pandemonium and panic!” Plus, we’ll have a full drum kit on stage again! Greg LOVES drums!
DON’T MISS HIM!

Showtimes and Ticket Prices for Greg Hahn
Friday, July 24
8 pm $20 General Admission / $30 VIP Admission

Saturday, July 25
7:00 pm $20 General Admission / $30 VIP Admission
9:15 pm $20 General Admission / $30 VIP Admission

**VIP tickets are for the 40 seats closest to the stage.

8-11pm, $10 cover, Concert held Rain or Shine.

Whatever you think a country band is…forget it! Brushville isn’t a typical stand-behind-the-mic and sing band. They are a young and ENERGETIC band that plays upbeat, ROCKIN’ country a la Jason Aldean and Bon Jovi!! That’s right, rockin’ country mixed with upbeat rock. Their sound is so relatable, that they can play ANY venue.

Brushville blends five extremely talented musicians, with incredible harmonies, an explosive stage show and a fresh, dynamic sound produced by an array of instruments to create an unforgettable experience for the audience. They are expanding their assault throughout the music scene in the Midwest and are lighting up the vineyard tonight!

On the web at brushville.com. $10 per person band cover, 12 & under free. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy lawn seating or call to reserve seating for an additional $5pp. You may bring your own foods just no beverages of any kind. Wine tasting and wine, beer, sodas, pizzas, cheese & crackers and chocolates for sale.

Meet at the Peoria Public Library Parking lot. Join guide John Leyland for a walk along Main, Adams, Fulton and Madison. Learn about the wonderful theaters that once lined the street as well as the bustling retail district that existed along Adams. John can tell you all about the renovations of the 1960’s and 1980’s. Wonderful “before” and “after” photos of the area make the stories come alive.
• Participants are asked to wear masks during the tour and to socially distance from one another.
• Tours will last approximately 1 ½ hours, unless otherwise indicated.
• Tour fee is $15 per person.
• Tours will be limited to no more than 8 participants to assure social distancing.
• Participants should feel comfortable walking 1 ½ miles and standing up to 20 minutes.
• There may be uneven ground at Springdale Cemetery or on public sidewalks.
• Tours will go rain or shine, except in the case of severe weather. Participants should dress accordingly. If severe weather comes up while a tour is taking place, it may be cut short to ensure the safety of the participants.
• Cancellations permitted up to 24 hours ahead with full refund or reschedule.

Songwriter Sessions is a new series brought to you by Lit. on Fire Used Books and Jon Howard in an effort to further explore the art of songwriting. Join us once a month with a local singer-songwriter as they present stripped down versions of their favorite songs.

If you’re looking for a cover band that’s a little bit different from the rest, you’re looking for Capt. Quirk. Formed in 2014. Capt. Quirk features several experienced and talented area musicians who have wowed crowds of fans for years.

Musically the band can transition from Foreigner to Marc Broussard to Chris Stapleton in the same set. The band focuses on great music, no matter the genre. To that end, you’ll hear tunes you know from bands you love and be up and dancing all night! Come out and dance the night away with the band. Jeff B., Bret, Steve, Kevin and Jeff L. want to see you up and having fun!

$5 per person, 12 and under free. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy lawn seating or call ahead to reserve seating on the deck areas for $5 per person. You may also bring your own ready to serve foods, just NO BEVERAGES, of any kind. Wine tasting, and wine, beer, soft drinks, bottled tea and bottle water for sale.

Meet at the lot next to cemetery office and caravan to Soldier’s Hill to begin your tour with Civil War fan Corey Curtis. Corey will share his knowledge of the soldiers, the monuments, the cannons and how the hill was first constructed. Then motor over to Mt. Repose to learn of Civil War generals buried there. Corey’s enthusiasm and in depth knowledge make the Civil War come alive.
• Participants are asked to wear masks during the tour and to socially distance from one another.
• Tours will last approximately 1 ½ hours, unless otherwise indicated.
• Tour fee is $15 per person.
• Tours will be limited to no more than 8 participants to assure social distancing.
• Participants should feel comfortable walking 1 ½ miles and standing up to 20 minutes.
• There may be uneven ground at Springdale Cemetery or on public sidewalks.
• Tours will go rain or shine, except in the case of severe weather. Participants should dress accordingly. If severe weather comes up while a tour is taking place, it may be cut short to ensure the safety of the participants.
• Cancellations permitted up to 24 hours ahead with full refund or reschedule.