Tuesday, March 8, 2011

WCBU: New things on the horizon

Coming in March, hear more in-depth coverage of local, national and international issues, and informative stories about new people, places and ideas. Tune in to WCBU 89.9 FM--airing news, information and entertainment all day, commercial-free. Go to wcbufm.org for a complete listing of their programs.

Weekly Events!

3/8 Vienna Boys Choir, Peoria Symphony, Grace Presbyterian. 7p. $25–$35/adults, $15/students under 18. 671.1096, www.peoriasymphony.org

3/8 Peoria Rivermen vs. Grand Rapids, Peoria Civic Center Arena. 7:05p. $10–$25. 676.1040, www.rivermen.net

3/9 Joe Bonamassa, Peoria Civic Center Theater. 8p. $45–$65. 673.3200, www.peoriaciviccenter.com, 800.745.3000, www.ticketmaster.com

3/10 Janet Clanton presents “Significant Others in Art: Jackson Pollack and Lee Krasner,” Lakeview Museum. 9:25a coffee and cookies, 10a lecture. $10/adults, $2/students, free/Fine Arts Society members.

3/10 IHSA Boys Basketball State Finals Class 1A & 2A, Peoria Civic Center.

3/10–12 The March Madness Experience, Peoria Civic Center Exhibit Hall. 3/10 @ 6–9p, 3/11 @ 10a–9p, 3/12 @ 10a–6:30p. $2, free w/IHSA game ticket.

3/10–5/1 Run For Your Wife, Conklin’s Barn II Dinner Theatre, Goodfield.

3/10–12 National Wheelchair Basketball Tournament, Peoria Civic Center.

3/11 SHA Class 1A Semifinal, Peoria Civic Center Arena. Game 1 @ 12:15p, Game 2 @ 1:45p. $4–$10.50. 800.745.3000, www.ticketmaster.com, www.peoriaciviccenter.com

3/11 Preview Evening: Ladies Spa Night–Get Pampered by the Fairies presented by Junior League of Peoria, Mt Hawley Country Club. 6–10p. $50, includes 2 wine tickets, desserts and 1 service of your choice Featuring: Nail Coloring, Hand massage, Glamour Shot, Mini-facial, Shoulder Massage, Belly Dancing Lessons. 685.9312, www.juniorleagueofpeoria.org

3/11–12 Master Class by Terrence McNally, Peoria Cabaret Theatre, The Waterhouse. Fundraiser for the Opera Illinois League starring Susan Somerville Brown as Maria Callas. Dinner 6:30p, show 8p. $45/3-course meal & show. 494.9100, www.peoriacabarettheatre.com

3/11–20 The Women, Peoria Players Theatre. $12/adults, $9/9 & under. 3/11–12 @ 7:30p, 3/13 @ 2:30p, 3/17–19 @ 7:30p, 3/20 @ 2:30p. 688.4473, www.peoriaplayers.org

3/12 Ron White Behavorial Problems Tour, Peoria Civic Center Theatre. 7p. $40.25–$50.25. 800.745.3000, www.peoriaciviccenter.com, www.ticketmaster.com

3/12 3rd Annual Frolic with the Fairies Mother-Daughter Luncheon & Style Show, presented by Junior League of Peoria, Mt Hawley Country Club. “Aside the Babbling Brook” summer theme. 9a–6p. $30 ($25 each with 4 tickets). Tea times @ 9a, 12:30p, 4p. 685.9312, www.juniorleagueofpeoria.org

3/12 ISHA Class 1A Final, Peoria Civic Center Arena. Game 1 @ 12:15p, Game 2 @ 1:45p. $4–$10.50. 800.745.3000, www.ticketmaster.com

3/12 ISHA Class 2A Final, Peoria Civic Center Arena. Game 1 @ 6:30p, Game 2 @ 8:15p. $4–$10.50. 800.745.3000, www.ticketmaster.com

3/12 Murder Mystery Dinner, Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. Presented by Spirits of Bloomington Entertainment, Bootleggers and Broads on Route 66. 5:45p. $45, limited seating. 645.5054, www.mackinawvalleyvineyard.com

3/12 Food & Wine Pairing, Willett’s Winery. www.willettswinery.info

3/12 Peoria Ballet presents Romeo and Juliet, Five Points Washington.

3/12–13 Flanagan House Irish Tales, Flanagan House Museum. 2–4p. $5/adults, $2/age 5–12, free 5 & under. 674.1921, www.peoriahistoricalsociety.org

3/12–13 Town & Country Arts Show, Donaldson Center, Wallace Park, Canton. 3/12 @ 1–5p, 3/13 @ 1–3p. 647.1345

3/13–19 NJCAA Women’s Basketball National Championships, Illinois Central College. www.icc.edu

Friday, March 4, 2011

Check out Azura's New Space!!!!!

If you have not seen Azura's new space in the Heights, you are seriously missing out! With interior designs by Bella Grove and Azura's outstanding fashion taste, you are in for a stylish treat! Check out new merchandise on Facebook and on their website!

Azura Boutique | 4818 N. Prospect Rd. Peoria Heights
309.688.0100

Where do you take your car for service ladies?

Answer: Kauth&Mayeur! When life gets busy and the man of the house neglects your ride, take it to Kauth & Mayeur where their friendly staff will attend to your car's special needs.

The Finest Import Automobile Service in Peoria, Illinois for over 30 years . . .

Check out their website for their detailed list of services, www.kauthmayeur.com

Off of Main Street:
Kauth & Mayeur
1013 Orange, Peoria, IL 61606

Thursday, March 3, 2011

That's right ladies...they're here!!

With styles sweet as candy how can you resist trying on each one of these designer plastic beauties? Perfect Pear is the only boutique in Peoria to carry them. Visit the ladies on Facebook to see daily fashion updates!

A Perfect Pear Boutique
4544 N. Prospect Rd. Peoria Heights, IL
Mon-Sat 10-5 | 309.688.PEAR

www.aperfectpearboutique.com

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Bradley International Print & Drawing Exhibition

It's time for the 33rd Annual Bradley International Print & Drawing Exhibition and it kicks off this weekend with a grand, staggered reception spread over three locations on Saturday, March 5th.

Reception Locations & Times:
Heuser Art Gallery - Bradley University - 5-7p
1400 West Bradley Ave. | 309.677.2989

Peoria Art Guild - 6-8p
203 Harrison St., Peoria | 309.637.2787

Contemporary Art Center - 7-9p
305 SW Water St., Peoria | 309.674.6822

For more about Bradley's Coming Attractions, visit art.bradley.edu/bug
Bradley Galleries: 309.677.2989, ekauffman@bradley.edu

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

NEW ISSUE HITS STANDS!!!! POINT!!!

March is here already! Where is this year going?? Well spring is finally on the way, evidence being the thunderstorm over the weekend, and things are gearing up at numéro! Check out all that the wonderful Point issue has to offer, discover new businesses, read up on local happenings, and take a peek at your favorite feature--the 10 Things Person. Pick up an issue here and share it with someone today!!