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Peoria is located in central Illinois in Peoria County and is the county seat. It is the oldest community in Illinois and received its name from the Native Americans contacted by the first French explorers. It lies north of Springfield along Interstate 74 on the banks of the Illinois River.

The city is the home of Bradley University, Methodist M. C. School of Nursing and St. Francis M. C. College of Nursing. In addition, golfers have a choice between Leo Donovan Golf Course, Kellogg Golf Course, Madison Golf Course, Newman Golf Course, WeaverRidge Golf Club and Detweiller Golf Course.

Tidbits:Penicillin was developed in Peoria during WWII.An old Vaudeville line, "Will it play in Peoria?" found its way into national politics.Peoria is the world headquarters of Caterpillar, Inc.Attractions include historic Washington Square, Wildlife Prairie Park, the Festival of Lights and the Peoria riverboat casino "Par-A-Dice".The "Spirit of Peoria" is a refurbished stern-driven paddlewheeler.

The population estimate for 1998 was 111,148.


Antique Shops and Shows Illinois Antique Center |
Art Ballance-Herschel House | Belles of Harmony-Sweet Adelines | Contemporary Art Center of Peoria | Corn Stock Theatre | Opera Illinois | Peoria Ballet | Caterpillar, Inc. Merchandise Center | Luthy Memorial Botanical Gardens |
Bed and Breakfasts and Country Inns Ruth's Bed and Breakfast |
Education Bradley University | Midstate College |
Restaurants, Cafes, Delis, Bakeries Fairview Farms |
Golf Leo Donovan Golf Course | Super 8 Motel |
History St. Francis Monastery | St. Mary's Cathedral |
Motels, Hotels and Resorts Holiday Inn City Centre-Peoria | Hotel Pere Marquette | Hotel Pere Marquette - Peoria | Mark Twain Hotel | Red Roof Inn Peoria |
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Dale Jorgenson, Real Estate Agent | Jim Maloof Realtor | Karen Sitler Realtor | Kepple Team Realtors | Linda Kepple Realtor | Maloof Commercial Real Estate | Tracey Wright Realtor |
Sports and Sporting Events Owens Recreation Center |
Transportation Greater Peoria Regional Airport | Mount Hawley Auxiliary Airport |
Wildlife Viewing Glenn Oak Zoo |

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04/10 Coming to The area
North Shore Unitarian Church Art Fair Deerfield IL April27-28 NSUC's annual ART FAIR is a juried show featuring the original works of 65+ talented artists and artisans. The fine art and fine crafts exhibited include photography, painting, ceramics, glass, paper, woodwork, metalwork, jewelry, sculpture, fiber, clothing and mixed media. Exhibiting artists come from Illinois as well as from several surrounding states.
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Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair Lombard IL May5 The Lilac Time Art and Craft Fair is held annually on St. Charles Road between Main and Elizabeth in downtown Lombard. All of the proceeds received from the craft booth rentals are donated to local charities. Features 140 craft exhibitors and 4000 attendees throughout the day.
Peoria Heights Art Fair Peoria Heights IL May11 A great weekend is planned; the show coincides with the Race for the Cure and the Illinois Art League members show at the Village Hall. A hospitality tent will be open throughout the Art Fair with coffee and donuts in the morning and water and fruit during the day .
West Chicago Blooming Fest West Chicago IL May18 The City of West Chicago presents another colorful Blooming Fest, an annual downtown garden festival. It combines the West Chicago Garden Club's popular plant sale, with a craft show, children's activities, music, food and fun. Downtown merchants and restaurants get into the act with special promotions, in-store specials and sidewalk sales.
Mayfest Chicago IL May17-19 Chicago Mayfest brings in three days of celebration - featuring; Chicago's BEST Bands, Festival Cuisine, pretzels, beer, and a broad spectrum of super cool entertainment...
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