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Mon06MayAll DayFri02AugCalls for Entry: Art and Music in the Garden
Time
May 6, 2024 - August 2, 2024 (All Day)
Event Details
Art and Music in the Garden is a festival that aims to celebrate the art and music of Peoria while bringing people together in a wonderful space maintained by our
Event Details
Art and Music in the Garden is a festival that aims to celebrate the art and music of Peoria while bringing people together in a wonderful space maintained by our Park District. The event will take place on October 6th 2024 and will be open from 10am until 5pm. If your application is accepted there will be a $25 vendor fee to help cover costs. All vendors will keep 100% of sales.
This event is open to arts and crafts of all kinds. If you’re interested but not sure that your work is right for this event please apply anyway!
You will need to provide your own tables, chairs and displays. Spaces will assigned first come first serve on the day of the event. If you’re not familiar with Luthy Botanical Garden I definitely recommend checking it out beforehand. There is plenty of room to get creative!
Submissions are open until August 2nd. I will respond to applications as they are sent in and will have final responses out before September.
Please email [email protected] with any additional questions.
Cost
$25
Time
June 1, 2024 1:00 AM - August 15, 2024 12:00 AM
Event Details
Big Picture Peoria Film Festival is back! The weekend of November 23, we will pack the Giant Screen Theater with films from filmmakers in a 200-mile radius from Peoria. The
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Big Picture Peoria Film Festival is back! The weekend of November 23, we will pack the Giant Screen Theater with films from filmmakers in a 200-mile radius from Peoria. The weekend will also include panel discussions, filmmakers networking, and a chance to talk with industry experts. Submissions are open now. The categories are NARRATIVE FILMS (up to 10 minutes in length), ANIMATED FILMS (up to 10 minutes in length), DOCUMENTARIES (up to 10 minutes in length), and STUDENT FILMS (up to 5 minutes in length). Middle school, high school, and college students may apply to the student category.
Cost
$10-$30 depending on time of submission
Organizer
Time
July 5, 2024 4:30 PM - August 27, 2024 4:00 PM
Location
United Presbyterian Church - Peoria
2400 W Northmoor Rd
Event Details
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale is accepting audition appointments for its Youth Chorus and enrollment in its Preparatory Chorus for the fall 2024 semester. The Youth Chorus is for singers in
Event Details
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale is accepting audition appointments for its Youth Chorus and enrollment in its Preparatory Chorus for the fall 2024 semester.
The Youth Chorus is for singers in grades 4-8 with unchanged voices. Auditions for the Youth Chorus may be arranged by contacting director Ms. Alison Meuth at [email protected].
The Preparatory Chorus, directed by Ms. Lynn Randolph, is for singers in grades 1-5 and is open to all without auditions.
If interested in either ensemble, please fill out the following online form: https://tinyurl.com/PACCYC24.
For more information about either ensemble, please see https://peoriacivicchorale.org/youth-initiatives/. The first rehearsal will be Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at United Presbyterian Church (2400 W. Northmoor Road).
Cost
Free
Organizer
Tue09Jul(Jul 9)10:00 AMFri02Aug(Aug 2)5:00 AMA Semblance of Reality
Time
July 9, 2024 10:00 AM - August 2, 2024 5:00 AM
Location
Exhibit A Gallery
4607 N Prospect Rd
Event Details
Join Exhibit A Gallery as we host Duffy Armstrong Farrell in “A Semblance of Reality” Come explore the color and imagination of one of the very best local artists in
Event Details
Join Exhibit A Gallery as we host Duffy Armstrong Farrell in “A Semblance of Reality”
Come explore the color and imagination of one of the very best local artists in Central Illinois.
Exhibit shown July 9 – August 2, 2024
Join us for an Artist meet & greet Saturday, July 20 from 5 – 7 PM at Exhibit A Gallery
Cost
Free
Fri26Jul8:00 PMFri11:00 PMConcert in the Vineyard- BRUSHVILLE
Time
July 26, 2024 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Event Details
Brushville blends four 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
Event Details
Brushville blends four 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. Brushville has been expanding their assault throughout the nation and we are glad to have them with us at the vineyard again this summer.
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.
CONCERT HELD RAIN OR SHINE!
THERE ARE NO ADVANCE TICKET SALES YOU PAY WHEN ENTERING.
Cost
$10 per person
Organizer
Sat27Jul9:00 AMSat12:00 PMSterling Minimalist Earrings
Time
July 27, 2024 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Peoria Art Guild
203 Harrison St
Event Details
Sterling Minimalist Earrings Instructor: Lizz Barnes Department: Metals In this class you will learn to make your own Minimalist Bar Earrings. Learn to sand metal, solder pieces together, polish on a flexshaft and
Event Details
Sterling Minimalist Earrings
Instructor: Lizz Barnes
Department: Metals
In this class you will learn to make your own Minimalist Bar Earrings. Learn to sand metal, solder pieces together, polish on a flexshaft and use a tumbler and connect all the parts. You will leave with a beautifully simple pair of sterling earrings that you can wear EVERYDAY!!!
Cost: $100
Saturday morning 9:00 am- 12:00 pm
July 27, 2024
Ages 16
Materials: All materials provided
Cost
100.00
Organizer
Sat27Jul11:00 AMSat1:00 PMRelief Print Workshop for Kids
Time
July 27, 2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Event Details
Relief Printing Workshop for Kids Instructor: Angela Risinger Department: Printmaking Printmaking is one of the fine arts that involves making a “master plate” which you then can use to make multiple images which
Event Details
Relief Printing Workshop for Kids
Instructor: Angela Risinger
Department: Printmaking
Printmaking is one of the fine arts that involves making a “master plate” which you then can use to make multiple images which are printed in reverse. This type of art creates such a rich learning experience by giving kids ample opportunities to explore art materials. Kids can achieve impressive prints through such a fun, simple process. They will also have the chance to use an etching press and work in a print studio.
Cost: $30
Saturday 11:00 am- 1:00 pm
July 27, 2024
Ages 7-12
Are you a Peoria Art Guild Member? Enjoy a 25% discount with coupon code PAGMEMBER25. (Current members only!)
Cost
30.00
Sat27Jul1:00 PMSat3:00 PMPaper Mache Book Sculptures
Time
July 27, 2024 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Event Details
Paper Mache Book Sculpture at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie Instructor: Maggie Grugan Department: Sculpture Create a sculpture using a thrifted hardcover book as a base. In this 2-session class, you will create
Event Details
Paper Mache Book Sculpture at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
Instructor: Maggie Grugan
Department: Sculpture
Create a sculpture using a thrifted hardcover book as a base. In this 2-session class, you will create a design through various sketches, cut and assemble a cardboard skeleton, sculpt with clay, and paper mache the final product using book pages. This two-session class will guide you in transforming a book into a captivating piece of art.
Cost: $55
Saturday 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
July 27 & August 3, 2024
Ages 13
At #415 at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie behind At Home and next to Soma
Are you a Peoria Art Guild Member? Enjoy a 25% discount with coupon code PAGMEMBER25. (Current members only!)
Cost
55.00
Organizer
Sat27Jul1:30 PMSat3:30 PMGuided Hike with a Naturalist
Time
July 27, 2024 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N Taylor Rd
Event Details
Join members of our Animal Care Team as you hike Park trails to learn about our local flora and fauna. Making observations with iNaturalist during the hikes is highly encouraged! Participants
Event Details
Join members of our Animal Care Team as you hike Park trails to learn about our local flora and fauna. Making observations with iNaturalist during the hikes is highly encouraged!
Participants should bring water and dress for the weather, including layers and proper footwear for hiking (close-toed shoes, boots, tennis shoes, etc.). We also suggest hand held snacks, and trekking poles or hiking staffs if needed.
Meeting Location: Westside
Hike Rating: Difficult – Multiple inclines/elevation changes on unpaved trails
Reservations Required.
FREE with Park Admission. WPP Members receive Park Admission for free.
Cost
Free with park admission
Organizer
Sat27Jul7:00 PMSat11:00 PMConcert in the Vineyard-Decade of Decadence
Time
July 27, 2024 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Event Details
Date: July 27, 2024 Time: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm Location: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard * No advance ticket sales, cover paid when entering * D.O.D. pays homage to the MUSIC of
Event Details
Date: July 27, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Location: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
* No advance ticket sales, cover paid when entering *
D.O.D. pays homage to the MUSIC of the Hair Metal era. Just the perfect lineup of Rockers who GREW UP IN THE 80’s to keep you UP ALL NIGHT, dancing and singing …to the biggest and best songs from the 80’s Hair Band Era!!! So, come on and take a ride down Memory Lane, where the Down Boys go! Band members are ;Mark “General” Lee – Vocals, Kory “Thunder” Piles – Drums, Vocals, Rich “Goose” – Bass, Vocals Jon “Jonny Boy” Cowell
Over the years every member of D.O.D. has performed for thousands of fans all over the Midwest in some of the area’s most popular bands. D.O.D. performs the music they love and most important they do the music justice, with no compromises! Come out and dial up the fun with Decade of Decadence !
$5pp band cover, under 12 free. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy lawn seating or call to reserve seating for an additional fee of $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.
Cost
$5 Per Person
Organizer
Sat27Jul7:00 PMSat11:00 PMConcert in the Vineyard-Decade of Decadence
Time
July 27, 2024 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Event Details
Over the years every member of D.O.D. has performed for thousands of fans all over the Midwest in some of the area’s most popular bands. D.O.D. performs the music they
Event Details
Over the years every member of D.O.D. has performed for thousands of fans all over the Midwest in some of the area’s most popular bands. D.O.D. performs the music they love and most important they do the music justice, with no compromises! Come out and dial up the fun with Decade of Decadence !
$5pp band cover, under 12 free. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy lawn seating or call to reserve seating for an additional fee of $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.
Cost
$5 per person
Organizer
Mon29Jul(Jul 29)10:00 AMWed31(Jul 31)12:00 PMTheater Day Camp
Time
July 29, 2024 10:00 AM - July 31, 2024 12:00 PM
Event Details
This 3-day camp allows participants to focused on multiple aspects of performing arts in theater. Each day will consist of 2 hours of themed games and exercises pertaining to music,
Event Details
This 3-day camp allows participants to focused on multiple aspects of performing arts in theater. Each day will consist of 2 hours of themed games and exercises pertaining to music, acting and dancing. This camp is targeted for kids between the ages of 10-14. The goal of this camp is for kids to have fun, learn about different aspects of being in a musical and get the experience of putting on a show. We will explore acting, dancing, singing, costuming, memorizing and learning about the musical Footloose.
Camp takes place on July 29-31 from 10AM-12PM. With an informal performance of what the participants did on the last day; July 31 from 12-12:30PM.
Each day we will talk about the three big components of theater with three instructors who have been a part of theater and the performing arts community. As well as talk about other parts of theater such as costuming, memorizing lines/stage blocking and learning the time period of the show you are doing.
10:00 – 10:10AM | Talking about components of Theater
10:10 – 10:45AM | Music
10:45 – 11:20AM | Acting
11:20 – 11:25 | Break
11:25AM – 12PM | Dancing
*Please bring character shoes, jazz shoes, tennis shoes or bare feet to dance in. Make sure all clothing is moveable.
We will be exploring the different aspects of the musical Footloose. Prior to starting camp, feel free to watch some videos and listen to the music from the musical. We will be performing and working on the songs “Footloose – Finale” and “Almost Paradise.” We will be dancing to “Footloose – Finale” and “Holding out for a Hero!”
Parents are welcome to come on Wednesday, July 31 from 12-12:30PM to watch the work that the participants did over the course of these three days. They will perform the songs, dance numbers and a few scenes from the musical.
Registration:
$90 per participant
Register HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/theater-day-camp-tickets-906963772057
Contact Theater Manager, Josh Schnetzler with any questions: [email protected].
Cost
$90 per participant
Organizer
Tue30Jul9:00 AMTue8:00 PMChoose Greater Peoria Downtown Disc Golf Experience
Time
July 30, 2024 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location
Peoria Riverfront
NE Water St
Event Details
“Choose Greater Peoria is partnering with the Ledgestone Open to bring a unique experience to the Peoria Riverfront. Travel around the Peoria Riverfront Museum, the Caterpillar Visitor’s Center and several
Event Details
“Choose Greater Peoria is partnering with the Ledgestone Open to bring a unique experience to the Peoria Riverfront. Travel around the Peoria Riverfront Museum, the Caterpillar Visitor’s Center and several other landmarks as you play a short 18-hole disc golf course.
Pick your tee time during registration to help us plan ahead, but you can begin your round whenever at least two players are ready to play. The full course will take about an hour to play and the $5 registtration fee gets you a custom-designed, soft-blend disc — not to mention a great experience.
On the day of the event, check in at the welcome table in the southwest corner of Eckwood Park, near Blue Duck and Martini’s, to pick up your disc and a course map. Walk-ins are welcome to play the course as time and space allow.
Not quite ready to play a full course? Come on down to the free demo area located near the welcome table to get a few tips and practice throwing a few discs. Oh, and we’ll also be giving away VIP tickets to the Ledgestone Open, the largest disc golf tournament in the world that happens in the Greater Peoria region August 1-4.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play disc golf on Peoria’s riverfront!”
Cost
$5
Tue30Jul5:30 PMTue7:30 PMGarage Band Open Stage
Time
July 30, 2024 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location
Harmonize Peoria
1133 N North St Peoria
Event Details
All instruments and equipment provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. All age show. Stage sign up priority given to those under age 21. Come see the talent
Event Details
All instruments and equipment provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. All age show. Stage sign up priority given to those under age 21. Come see the talent or be the talent!
Cost
Free
Organizer
Wed31Jul11:00 AMWed12:30 PMEquity in Financial Management
Time
July 31, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location
ZOOM
Event Details
Wednesday, July 31 · 11am-12:30pm · Virtual Financial management is more than just the numbers. Join Arts Alliance and BDO for a workshop about applying equity to your creative organization’s financial
Event Details
Wednesday, July 31 · 11am-12:30pm · Virtual
Financial management is more than just the numbers. Join Arts Alliance and BDO for a workshop about applying equity to your creative organization’s financial management.
Cost
Free