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SUMMARY:Columbia Park Public Input Session
DESCRIPTION:Help shape the future of Columbia Park by sharing your feedback on the new playground layout! Come share your feedback during a Public Input Session on Tuesday\, June 10th from 5-6pm at Columbia Park. \nCan’t make it? Check out the three options and vote by clicking here!  All responses are due by Friday\, June 13! \n 
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/columbia-park-public-input-session/
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SUMMARY:GRATEFUL DUB: a Reggae-infused tribute to the GRATEFUL DEAD w/ Roots of Creation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Grateful Dub: A Reggae Infused Grateful Dead Set + Roots of Creation on the Peoria Riverfront’s CEFCU Center Stage\, presented by the Peoria Park District.\nLocal Americana\, progressive newgrass favorites Still Shine will open up the night.\nDate: Friday\, June 13th\nDoors @ 6PMMusic @ 7PM\nPerformances: Grateful Dub\, Roots of Creation\, Still Shine\nFood: Grill Em All\nTickets: $17 Advance | $24 Day of Show\n—\nRoots of Creation:The chart topping\, award-winning\, international reggae-rock sensation Roots of Creation\, are a touring powerhouse that offers up a high-energy\, infectious live music experience. Their mix of reggae riddims\, conscious lyrics\, spirited horn lines\, and electronic beats makes crowds move and has their loyal fans packing shows from coast-to-coast. Playing both an original set of music as well as a Grateful Dub set\, Roots of Creation captures the spirit and magic of the Grateful Dead\, while laying it down reggae-dub style.\nStill Shine:Still Shine is a group of like-minded\, seasoned musicians blending acoustic roots and progressive bluegrass. Mixing mandolin\, harmonica\, banjo\, acoustic guitar\, upright bass\, and tight harmonies they quickly gained a following around Central Illinois area and the local Midwest. They have shared the stage with artists such as Billy Strings\, Railroad Earth\, The Leadfoot Band\, Split Lip Rayfield\, Horseshoes and Hand Grenades\, Kitchen Dwellers\, Larry Keel\, Chicago Farmer\, Old Shoe and the Way Down Wanderers just to name a few.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/grateful-dub-a-reggae-infused-tribute-to-the-grateful-dead-w-roots-of-creation/
LOCATION:CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing\, 200 NE Water Street\, Peoria\, IL\, 61602\, United States
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Park: Franciscan Park
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend on a positive note by connecting with your inner self in the heart of nature. Join us for Yoga in the Park\, where our experienced and passionate yoga instructor will guide you through a revitalizing session suitable for all levels\, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings of our parks\, providing a serene backdrop to enhance your yoga experience. Breathe in the fresh morning air while you wind down with a guided meditation session to leave you feeling centered\, calm\, and ready to embrace the rest of your weekend. \nAll sessions start at 8 am and last one hour. \nThis event is FREE and available for all ages and levels. \nDon’t forget to bring a yoga mat or blanket. Waivers are required before the session\, so please arrive 10 minutes early. \nFind out all the locations Yoga in the Park will be visiting by clicking here! 
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/yoga-in-the-park-franciscan-park/
LOCATION:Franciscan Recreation Complex\, 908 N Sterling Ave\, West Peoria\, IL\, 61604\, United States
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SUMMARY:PlayHouse 10th Birthday!
DESCRIPTION:We’re Turning 10! \nThis summer\, we’re celebrating a big milestone: 10 years of play\, learning\, and exploration at the Peoria PlayHouse! Since opening our doors in June 2015\, we’ve welcomed nearly one million children and families—and now it’s time to celebrate with the community that made it all possible. \nJoin us for a birthday bash full of fun surprises! Enjoy: \n\nHands-on pop-up activities!\nFREE Admission!\nSecond Saturday | Wild Encounters: Frogs! A Peoria Zoo + PlayHouse Collaboration (additional ticket required)\n\nWhether you’ve been with us since the beginning or this is your first visit\, we’d love for your family to help us celebrate this joyful milestone.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/playhouse-10th-birthday/
LOCATION:Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum\, 2218 N Prospect Rd\, Peoria\, IL\, 61603\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wild Encounters: Second Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:Join the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum and Peoria Zoo for Wild Encounters on the PlayHouse Porch: Second Saturdays\, a special monthly program where Zoo educators bring amazing animals and nature lessons to the PlayHouse! \nHappening every second Saturday from May through September\, a new topic highlights an exciting animal group or environmental theme through up-close animal presentations\, fun facts\, hands-on activities\, and nature-themed crafts where educators from the Peoria Zoo bring the wonders of wildlife to the Peoria PlayHouse! All ages welcome — perfect for curious kids and families. \nMeet ambassador animals\, make fun projects\, and explore the living world around us! \nWhen/Where: Second Saturdays | 11 AM – 12 PM | PlayHouse Porch \nReserve your spot: here. \nSchedule: \n\nJune 14 – Frogs: Discover why frogs are so important to ecosystems.\nJuly 12 – Monarch Butterflies + Invertebrates: Dive into pollinators and creepy-crawlies!\nAugust 9 – Turtles: Get the facts on these slow-moving\, shell-tastic reptiles.\nSeptember 13 – Bat Boxes: Explore the benefits of bats and how to help them thrive.\n\nDon’t miss this wild collaboration between the Zoo and the PlayHouse!
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/wild-encounters-second-saturdays/2025-06-14/
LOCATION:Glen Oak Park\, 2218 N Prospect Rd\, Peoria\, IL\, 61603\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lightning Bugs! at Forest Park
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the enchanting nocturnal insects that brighten our summer nights! Our naturalist will lead you on a low-impact hike as lightning bugs illuminate the woods and prairie of Forest Park. Please pre-register for this hike. Good for all ages. \nMore about Guided Hikes: \nOur team of naturalists guides these hikes and feature the wonders of the Illinois River bluffs as they change over the seasons. Hikes are low-impact unless indicated otherwise\, and can be stroller or wheelchair-accessible. Advance registration is required. Please email kparke@peoriaparks.org ahead of time with questions or concerns. Fees are $5 per person or FREE for FPNC members unless noted. You MUST pre-register for guided hikes.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/lightning-bugs-at-forest-park/2025-06-14/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
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