Join us for The Betty Jayne’s 3rd Annual Summer Jazz Series!
Enjoy the warm evening breeze on the front lawn of the Betty Jayne while jazz fills the air! The Summer Jazz Series features 10 events held every other Thursday from May 5th through September 1st. This year the Betty will be hosting some of your old favorites as well as a few new bands. Also new this year, the Betty is offering a Summer Jazz Season Pass. Purchase of the pass includes admission to all 10 events as well as a Summer Jazz Series poster for just $60. Season Pass available for purchase from April 13th through June 2nd–don’t wait! We also invite you to grab a to-go meal at your favorite Heights restaurant and ‘Bring it to the Betty’! (Outside drinks are not permitted.) Don’t miss your chance to experience some wonderful music under the beautiful summer stars at the Betty!
May 5th: Water Street Stompers
May 19th: Laughing Horse Quartet
June 2nd: Derel Montieth Trio
June 16th: Kevin Hart & The Vibe Tribe
June 30th: Disorganizer
July 14th: Pippi Ardennia & Daniel Leahy
July 28th: Craig Russo Latin Jazz Project
August 11th: The Romaniacs
August 25th: Glenn Wilson Quartet
September 1st: Judy Page Trio
Doors: 6:00PM
Show: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

After breaking box office records at Peoria Players in 2018, Mamma Mia! returns to thrill audiences once again. This delightful show is based on the songs of ABBA, composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, former members of the band, and tells the story of Sophie, her three potential dads, and a memorable walk down the aisle! Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show!

$20 adults/$15 patrons 20 and younger

After breaking box office records at Peoria Players in 2018, Mamma Mia! returns to thrill audiences once again. This delightful show is based on the songs of ABBA, composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, former members of the band, and tells the story of Sophie, her three potential dads, and a memorable walk down the aisle! Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show!

$20 adults/$15 patrons 20 and younger

Introductory Dance Lesson 8:30-9:30 pm Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Eduardo & Beverly Caballero
Open dancing 9:30-midnight to the music of Eduardo Caballero

Introductory Dance Lesson – 8:30-9:30 pm
Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Eduardo & Beverly Caballero
Open dancing – 9:30-midnight
To the music of Eduardo Caballero
No partner is required. Mostly Salsa music is played but also Cha Cha, Bachata, Merengue, Tango, Reggaeton, R&B, Cumbia and Latin styled pop and R&B also. Bring your own food and drink or order take out from the Rhythm Kitchen. Pop, water and ice for sale on the floor for $1.00

Local produce, meat, eggs, cheese, flowers, baked goods and much more! Check out hand-crafted products and local art. Every Saturday morning, 8 am – noon, in the 200 block of Water Street.

The Peoria Art Guild is happy to announce the 2022 Sculpture Walk Peoria opening day reception at the front entrance of the Peoria Riverfront Museum. The outdoor public art exhibit will feature 8 new sculptures installed along both sides of Washington Street from the Peoria Riverfront Museum to the Bob Michel Bridge. A jury of local community leaders and arts professionals selected the sculptures for this year’s exhibit from entries submitted by artists from across the country. The 2022 Sculpture Walk Peoria exhibit will remain in place until late spring of 2024. Sculpture Walk Peoria is an initiative of The Peoria Art Guild. It is coordinated with the support of the City of Peoria, and funded through the generous financial support of corporate and individual sponsors.

This third annual celebration of Peoria’s holistic wellness community will feature vendors, live music, wellness classes, and more!

After breaking box office records at Peoria Players in 2018, Mamma Mia! returns to thrill audiences once again. This delightful show is based on the songs of ABBA, composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, former members of the band, and tells the story of Sophie, her three potential dads, and a memorable walk down the aisle! Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show!

$20 adults/$15 patrons 20 and younger

After breaking box office records at Peoria Players in 2018, Mamma Mia! returns to thrill audiences once again. This delightful show is based on the songs of ABBA, composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, former members of the band, and tells the story of Sophie, her three potential dads, and a memorable walk down the aisle! Over 60 million people worldwide have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show!

$20 adults/$15 patrons 20 and younger

Join us for a free community concert with local favorite, Goodnight Gracie. This quartet has a jukebox-like repertoire that is guaranteed to please.
All ages.

Central Illinois native Adam Larson has become a well-known saxophonist, composer and author, but he still makes time to visit home.
Join him and his band for a lively night of jazz standards, as well as Adam’s originals.

Sweat by Lynn Nottage Directed by Julie Peters

Filled with warm humor and tremendous heart, SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each other in a heart-wrenching fight to stay afloat.

Lisa Nelson Raabe will give an artist talk at the Foster Gallery on May 24 at 5 p.m.

Lisa will discuss her artistic practices and influences, talk in-depth about the artwork in the show, and answer any questions you may have. This will be an engaging and meaningful time with the artist in person.

Lisa Nelson Raabe is a collage artist who paints with an emotional sense of place by using pigments, metal filings, glass, bits of nature, and thread to transform color and texture.

Sweat by Lynn Nottage Directed by Julie Peters

Filled with warm humor and tremendous heart, SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each other in a heart-wrenching fight to stay afloat.

The Water Street Stompers bring the spirit of the Mardi Gras to Central Illinois. Come hear their traditional New Orleans Jazz — on us. Free and open to all ages.

Sweat by Lynn Nottage Directed by Julie Peters

Filled with warm humor and tremendous heart, SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each other in a heart-wrenching fight to stay afloat.

First story time of the 2022 season in collaboration with the Dunlap Public Library District. Oriented towards preschoolers and early elementary ages.

We will meet at the gazebo on the front yard, then walk to our destination spot in the museum.

Join us for an evening of art, music, shopping, and dining in downtown Morton on the Fourth Friday of each month from April to August. 5pm – 8pm!

All are welcome to join us as we recharge and unplug for a night of rhythm in the forest with Peoria Drum Circle. Meet at Forest Park Nature Center in Peoria Heights, IL.
Hand drumming has been proven to reduce stress and boost the immune system!
Bring a chair, mask, your hand drum (or other acoustic rhythm maker) your willingness to experiment and create in-the-moment music.
We will be in the meadow to the right of the building. Restrooms available in the Nature center. Donations of $10 appreciated to keep this event sustainable.
Whatever spirit you bring, is what it becomes. ✨✨

Join Nathan Taylor and Friends for an evening of feel good music. Enjoy classic roots songs, blues of the delta, jazz of early New Orleans and some great originals that fit right in with the old styles. You’ll want to dance to the tasty tunes these young guys put together with Adam Kimbrell on stand-up bass, Tom Stoner on trumpet, Larry Harms on clarinet and Jason Brannon on drums as Nathan Taylor leads the group singing while playing the guitar and harmonica. Their music will transport you back to simpler time in New Orleans that you won’t want to miss. For audio and video and more check out www.nathantaylormusic.net

Follow Dorothy down the yellow brick road along with Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion! Original choreography by Rebekah von Rathonyi will bring joy to all ages! Don’t forget your ruby red slippers because there truly is no place like home!

Follow Dorothy down the yellow brick road along with Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion! Original choreography by Rebekah von Rathonyi will bring joy to all ages! Don’t forget your ruby red slippers because there truly is no place like home!

Local produce, meat, eggs, cheese, flowers, baked goods and much more! Check out hand-crafted products and local art. Every Saturday morning, 8 am – noon, in the 200 block of Water Street.

Our resident blacksmith is at work every second and fourth Saturday of the month in the Farm Building. Come and see him create and repair iron tools the way farmers had to do it in the old days.

22VA, a local veterans art group will be unveiling a bicycle sculpture for the Rock Island Trail in Peoria Heights. 22VA is a group of military Veteran Artists that teach others to use art for therapy to deal with PTSD, anxiety, depression… On Dedication Day, Saturday May 28th, 1230 … in addition to Vets, ‘Locals’, etc.,
BIKE MS is staging a 500 bicycle fundraiser for MS, and are planning on ‘joining up’ by being in the area at Dedication time, to support 22VA.Please check out Bike MS to support their combined efforts.
https://happeningnext.com/event/beers-and-gears-2022-eid3a08jfw6bv

Come to the museum and ride in the beautifully restored Ahrens Fox fire truck. This spectacular truck accommodates six to eight people and will run two to three times per hour. Schedule your ride while you visit.

Bring your camera and we will take your picture! What an adventure this will be!
Donations from riders for maintenance of this beautiful fire truck will be appreciated

Follow Dorothy down the yellow brick road along with Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion! Original choreography by Rebekah von Rathonyi will bring joy to all ages! Don’t forget your ruby red slippers because there truly is no place like home!

Follow Dorothy down the yellow brick road along with Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion! Original choreography by Rebekah von Rathonyi will bring joy to all ages! Don’t forget your ruby red slippers because there truly is no place like home!

Follow Dorothy down the yellow brick road along with Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion! Original choreography by Rebekah von Rathonyi will bring joy to all ages! Don’t forget your ruby red slippers because there truly is no place like home!

PAPAS will present its “master-peach,” a production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR., May 29-31, 2022. A delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure, James and the Giant Peach JR. is a fantastical tale of a boy, his insect friends, and their amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit. The cast features 55 students ages 6 to 16 from several area schools and is co-directed by Bryan Blanks and Lori Baker. Music & lyrics by Justin Paul & Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman and Lala Land) .

PAPAS will present its “master-peach,” a production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR., May 29-31, 2022. A delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure, James and the Giant Peach JR. is a fantastical tale of a boy, his insect friends, and their amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit. The cast features 55 students ages 6 to 16 from several area schools and is co-directed by Bryan Blanks and Lori Baker. Music & lyrics by Justin Paul & Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman and Lala Land) .

PAPAS will present its “master-peach,” a production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR., May 29-31, 2022. A delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure, James and the Giant Peach JR. is a fantastical tale of a boy, his insect friends, and their amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit. The cast features 55 students ages 6 to 16 from several area schools and is co-directed by Bryan Blanks and Lori Baker. Music & lyrics by Justin Paul & Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman and Lala Land) .

PAPAS will present its “master-peach,” a production of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR., May 29-31, 2022. A delightfully offbeat adaptation of the classic Roald Dahl adventure, James and the Giant Peach JR. is a fantastical tale of a boy, his insect friends, and their amazing journey across the ocean on a giant piece of fruit. The cast features 55 students ages 6 to 16 from several area schools and is co-directed by Bryan Blanks and Lori Baker. Music & lyrics by Justin Paul & Benj Pasek (Dear Evan Hansen, The Greatest Showman and Lala Land) .

Sweat by Lynn Nottage Directed by Julie Peters

Filled with warm humor and tremendous heart, SWEAT tells the story of a group of friends who have spent their lives sharing drinks, secrets, and laughs while working together on the factory floor. But when layoffs and picket lines begin to chip away at their trust, the friends find themselves pitted against each other in a heart-wrenching fight to stay afloat.

A SWEEPING ROMANCE THAT LIFTS YOU UP WHERE YOU BELONG!

Based on the Oscar-winning film, AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN is the timeless love story that celebrates triumph over adversity. The new musical features an iconic score including the Grammy and Oscar-winning #1 hit “Up Where We Belong” (Joe Cocker/Jennifer Warnes), and your favorite 80’s hits including: “Higher Love” (Steve Winwood), “Owner of a Lonely Heart” (Yes), “Love is a Battlefield” and “Invincible” (Pat Benatar), “Lost In Your Eyes” (Debbie Gibson), “Right Here Waiting” (Richard Marx), “Venus” (Bananarama), “I Can’t Hold Back” (Survivor), “Never Surrender” (Corey Hart), “Do The Walls Come Down” (Carly Simon), “Fly By Night” (Rush), “Hold On to Your Dream (Rick Springfield), “Overkill” (Men at Work), “Renegade” (Styx), and more!

Zack Mayo has the raw talent and strength for the US Navy’s Officer Training School; but his arrogance is out of step. Graduating from the elite program will secure Zack’s career and future, but can he endure the relentless commands of Drill Sergeant Foley? On his journey of self-discovery, Zack finds comfort in the arms of a strong-willed local factory worker. When tragedy befalls a fellow candidate, Zack learns the importance of friendship and honor, finds the courage to be his best self and wins the heart of the woman he loves.