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Friday, February 22, 2019
Leadership Class Visits Springfield
The student's in the 2019 R. David Tebben Community Leadership Academy visited the Illinois State Capitol on February 21st. They heard legislative updates from Senators Bill Brady and Dave Koehler, and Representatives Mike Unes, Tim Butler, and Keith Sommer. They also spent additional time with Representative Unes on the House floor, and with Senator Koehler in the leadership offices. Before arriving at the Capitol, the class visited the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. You can see more pictures from this event at: https://photos.app.goo.gl/JtZMmo4qz4AxA18i7
Thursday, February 21, 2019
23rd Annual John M. Evans Scholarship Golf Tournament
Mark your calendar for this special event! Our outing will be held, Wednesday, June 19, 2019. Look for more information coming out March 15th.
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Seventh Annual “ICC Presents: Jim Maloof’s Legacy of Love for the Arts in Central Illinois” Returns to the East Peoria Campus April 15
Along with the Peoria
Ballet, ICC Vocal Jazz and Hard Bop Band, the Penguin Project,
Youth Music Illinois, and Peoria Players, the family
of former Peoria Mayor Jim Maloof and others will join forces and talents to
raise money in a one-of-a-kind showcase of entertainment for the St. Jude
Children’s Research Hospital. The 7th Annual “ICC Presents:
Jim Maloof’s Legacy of Love for the Arts in Central Illinois,” takes
place on Mon., April 15 at 6:30 pm, in the Performing Arts Center on the ICC East Peoria Campus.
The doors will open at 6 pm.
This one-night only event is
a family-friendly entertainment extravaganza designed to promote the performing
arts in Central Illinois and highlight former Mayor Maloof’s local and national
legacy with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The entire event is planned
and executed by ICC students each year and is the kick-off event to ICC Arts Week.
Tickets for the event are $8 each. Tickets are required and limited to the first 500
people. Tickets can be purchased online at ArtsAtICC.com or via the ICC
box office at (309) 694-5136. All proceeds from
ticket sales will directly benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Special guests include ICC
Board of Trustees Chair Gale Thetford, members
of the Maloof family, and former St. Jude patient Tori Lodge. A cookie and punch reception will be offered at the
close of the program, and participating organizations will showcase upcoming
and past performances through interactive displays located in the lobby.
For more information on the
event, please contact Brent Goken at (309) 694-5107 or Tony Voss at
(309) 981-9044. Visit the event's page on Facebook at
facebook.com/icclegacyoflove/
and on Instagram at instagram.com/icclegacyoflove/
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Welcome To Our Newest Member
Teen Challenge Illinois - Peoria
2400 N. 8th St.
Pekin, IL 61554
309-673-3735
Website
Randy Atchley, Executive Director
Joe Rogers, Director of Operations
Teen Challenge Illinois endeavors to help people become mentally sound, emotionally balanced, socially adjusted, physically well, and spiritually alive. They also desire to enrich the lives of our students by providing actual work experience so they can improve their work ethic and become productive members of society.
2400 N. 8th St.
Pekin, IL 61554
309-673-3735
Website
Randy Atchley, Executive Director
Joe Rogers, Director of Operations
Teen Challenge Illinois endeavors to help people become mentally sound, emotionally balanced, socially adjusted, physically well, and spiritually alive. They also desire to enrich the lives of our students by providing actual work experience so they can improve their work ethic and become productive members of society.
Illinois Central College Hosts Home Educators and High School-Aged Students for Informational Session
Illinois Central College will host an informational session for home educators
and their high-school-aged students on Fri., March 8 from 8 am to noon on the
ICC East Peoria Campus. The event provides an overview of ICC and its programs,
as well as discussing ways in which the College can partner with home educators
to supplement and/or extend their home school curriculum.
Topics will include information on financial aid and admission, including ICC’s home school admission policies, as well as an overview of student activities and other ways of getting involved on campus. Students also will have the opportunity to complete surveys at the Career Center to see how their interests align with career options.
The event is free, but space is
limited. Reservations are required, as breakfast will be provided. For more
information or to make a reservation, visit icc.edu/home-educator-day
or contact Mandy Hidden at (309) 694-5228 by Fri., March 1.
Thursday, February 14, 2019
EXPERIENCED EXECUTIVES JOIN MCB TRUST & WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Well-known professionals Connie
Barr and Beth Jones have joined MCB Trust & Wealth Management.
“Beth and Connie have been
building relationships with people in Central Illinois for years,” said Darrin
Autry, President of MCB Trust. “Both are highly-regarded for their skills
in assisting their clients with long-term management of their assets.”
Connie
Barr has been a Senior Private Banking Relationship Manager for the last 15
years, helping her clients maximize their assets and leading a team of experts.
A graduate of the Peoria Chamber’s Community Leadership School, Connie has
devoted many hours and much talent to nearly a dozen not-for-profit
organizations in our area. Connie is a lifelong Peoria resident and
currently lives in Peoria Heights. She and her husband Jim enjoy traveling and spending time with family,
friends and their beloved dog, Bodhi.
Beth
Jones has been a Private Banking vice president and loan officer for the last
14 years. She currently volunteers in
leadership roles for EP!C and OSF Legacy of Hope. She is dedicated to
strengthening her clients’ financial security and her community. Beth lives in
Peoria Heights, loves to read, and spends her free time with family and
friends.
Autry added that Barr and Jones
have excellent reputations for strong customer service skills and a focus on
treating their customers like family. “We recognize that trust and wealth
clients can choose from many different sources,” he said. “What makes the
difference for us is the overlay of professional expertise with strategic
advice and local service. We are delighted that Beth and Connie have
joined our team and we invite people to call or stop in to see them anytime at
our Clock Tower location in East Peoria.”
MCB Trust & Wealth Management
is a division of Morton Community Bank, one of the largest privately-owned banks
in Illinois. With over $3.7 Billion in assets and over 40 locations
throughout Central Illinois, Morton Community Bank offers comprehensive
financial services for both business and personal clients.
2nd Annual SENIOR DAY IN THE PARK
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Join us for the 2nd annual SENIOR DAY IN THE PARK! This is a senior resource fair that provides education, health screenings, bingo, prizes, entertainment and a FREE lunch for seniors! This year we have added a Cruise In, as well as a ceremony to honor our Veteran's. DATE: Tuesday, April 23, 2019 TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Vendor set-up is Monday April 22nd from 3:00 - 4:00 PM or Tuesday April 23rd from 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM) LOCATION: Veteran's Memorial Arena, 250 Red Bud Drive, Pekin Vendor tables are available for the resource fair portion of this event. Registration is required and payment is due by April 5th. Please bring a door prize and your own table coverings. You can collect names at your table, or pull one out of our bucket. Lunch is available to vendors for purchase of $8.00 and includes Avanti's spaghetti, salad and bread. This event is hosted by the Pekin Park District Miller Center, Farmington Country Manor and John Evans Supportive Living. |
PEKIN INSURANCE® HOLDS ANNUAL MEETING
The Farmers Automobile Insurance Association held its annual meeting on Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at their Home Office in Pekin, Illinois.
The following directors were elected for three-year terms: Scott A. Martin, Chillicothe, Illinois; and Thomas C. Hornstein and Christine A. Schwartz, both of Pekin, Illinois.
Subscribers elected, Scott A. Martin, Chillicothe, Illinois; and Thomas C. Hornstein and Christine A. Schwartz, both of Pekin, Illinois, to the Advisory Committee.
Pekin Insurance officers elected included: Scott A. Martin, Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer; Steven R. Anderson, Vice Chairman of the Board; Daniel V. Connell, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Todd A. Clark, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer - Property/Casualty; Brian K. Lee, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer - Life; Amy M. Darling, Vice President - Life Claims; Curtis A. Eeten, Vice President - Claims; Gregory L. Feller, Vice President - Sales; Joel M. Jackson, Vice President - Marketing; Subhasis Mukherjee, Vice President - Chief Information Officer; Edward A. Mulvey, Vice President - Personal Lines Underwriting and Assistant Secretary; Tyler D. Petersen, Vice President - General Counsel and Secretary; Kimberly S. Remmert, Vice President - Human Resources; Joseph C. Ricigliano, Vice President - Commercial Lines Underwriting and Assistant Secretary; Diane K. Steiner, Vice President - Life Underwriting and Assistant Secretary; Michael A. Zabinski, Vice President - Controller; Amber J. Stenger, Assistant Treasurer; Michele E. Ginther, Assistant Treasurer; and Aaron Z. Potacki, Assistant Secretary.
Pekin Insurance is a group name adopted to designate the combined operation of The Farmers Automobile Insurance Association, Pekin Insurance Company, PAC, Inc., and Pekin Life Insurance Company.
Pekin Insurance has been in business since 1921, and is one of the leading insurers in the state of Illinois, providing multiple lines of insurance. Pekin Insurance offers insurance coverage in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Wisconsin through its growing agency force which now totals 1,054 independent agencies and 8,300 insurance producers in the six-kstate area. The company is headquartered in Pekin, Illinois, with service offices at Phoenix, Arizona; O’Fallon, Rockford, and Warrenville, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; Des Moines, Iowa; Columbus, Ohio; and Appleton, Wisconsin.
The following directors were elected for three-year terms: Scott A. Martin, Chillicothe, Illinois; and Thomas C. Hornstein and Christine A. Schwartz, both of Pekin, Illinois.
Subscribers elected, Scott A. Martin, Chillicothe, Illinois; and Thomas C. Hornstein and Christine A. Schwartz, both of Pekin, Illinois, to the Advisory Committee.
Pekin Insurance officers elected included: Scott A. Martin, Chairman of the Board, President, and Chief Executive Officer; Steven R. Anderson, Vice Chairman of the Board; Daniel V. Connell, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Todd A. Clark, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer - Property/Casualty; Brian K. Lee, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer - Life; Amy M. Darling, Vice President - Life Claims; Curtis A. Eeten, Vice President - Claims; Gregory L. Feller, Vice President - Sales; Joel M. Jackson, Vice President - Marketing; Subhasis Mukherjee, Vice President - Chief Information Officer; Edward A. Mulvey, Vice President - Personal Lines Underwriting and Assistant Secretary; Tyler D. Petersen, Vice President - General Counsel and Secretary; Kimberly S. Remmert, Vice President - Human Resources; Joseph C. Ricigliano, Vice President - Commercial Lines Underwriting and Assistant Secretary; Diane K. Steiner, Vice President - Life Underwriting and Assistant Secretary; Michael A. Zabinski, Vice President - Controller; Amber J. Stenger, Assistant Treasurer; Michele E. Ginther, Assistant Treasurer; and Aaron Z. Potacki, Assistant Secretary.
Pekin Insurance is a group name adopted to designate the combined operation of The Farmers Automobile Insurance Association, Pekin Insurance Company, PAC, Inc., and Pekin Life Insurance Company.
Pekin Insurance has been in business since 1921, and is one of the leading insurers in the state of Illinois, providing multiple lines of insurance. Pekin Insurance offers insurance coverage in Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, and Wisconsin through its growing agency force which now totals 1,054 independent agencies and 8,300 insurance producers in the six-kstate area. The company is headquartered in Pekin, Illinois, with service offices at Phoenix, Arizona; O’Fallon, Rockford, and Warrenville, Illinois; Indianapolis, Indiana; Des Moines, Iowa; Columbus, Ohio; and Appleton, Wisconsin.
Debbie and Keith are excited to share the update from Dennis Triggs, Methodist Health Services Corporation (MHSC) Board.
Today,
we are privileged to announce an important and exciting change for UnityPoint
Health in Central Illinois. Later this year, Debbie Simon, who has positively
impacted healthcare in the Greater Peoria area for more than four decades, will
retire as chief executive officer, and will be succeeded by Dr. Keith Knepp,
currently our president.
It
is not possible to announce Debbie’s retirement without acknowledging her
impressive 43-year career with our organization and expressing our gratitude
for her passion and leadership over the years. She began her career in
1976 as a nurse at Methodist Hospital. She rose through the ranks of clinical
and operational leadership. She was instrumental in leading Methodist’s
affiliation with UnityPoint Health in 2011 and was named the regional president
and CEO in December of that year. She has since fostered continuous growth and
development of the greater Peoria market to ensure quality care for the people
and families there. Simon led the integrations of Proctor Hospital in 2013 and
Pekin Hospital in 2017, increasing access to UPH services and expanding our
physician clinics throughout the Region. Also, under her leadership,
Methodist College has grown to more than 600 students pursuing certificate,
baccalaureate and graduate degrees.
At
a UnityPoint Health Regional Board of Directors meeting, the board voted to
accept Debbie’s resignation and to appoint Keith Knepp, MD, as the president
and CEO of the Central Illinois region. Keith, formerly a family medicine
physician practicing in Eureka, IL, currently serves as president of UnityPoint
Health’s hospitals and clinics in Peoria. He has spent most of his career with
the organization and has held a number of leadership positions. Keith will
assume the role of chief executive officer on April 1 and work together with
Debbie on the transition and important strategic work for the organization
until she officially retires on June 30.
Please
join us in congratulating Debbie on a retirement much deserved. And
congratulations to Keith who is well positioned to lead the region into the
future. We look forward to celebrating them both in the months to come.
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Quinn Johnston Announces New Attorneys in Peoria and Springfield
Quinn,
Johnston, Henderson, Pretorius & Cerulo is pleased to announce the addition
of three lateral attorneys to its team. The firm welcomes J. Matthew Thompson
as a partner and Matthew Warner as an associate attorney to its Peoria offices,
and Betsy Wirth as an associate attorney to its Springfield offices.
J. Matthew Thompson, of Morton, has more than a decade of experience in medical
malpractice defense and healthcare litigation, earning the distinction of being
named an Illinois Emerging Lawyer and Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star. He is
the Editor-in-Chief of Illinois Defense Counsel Quarterly and serves on
the Illinois Cancer Care Young Leaders’ Board.
Matthew Warner, of Morton, will focus his practice in the litigation practice
group. An honors graduate, De Paul University School of Law, he previously
served as an Assistant Peoria County State’s Attorney, where he prosecuted
misdemeanor and felony cases, trying multiple cases to verdict.
Betsy Wirth, of Springfield, has 10 years’ experience both defending personal
injury lawsuits and handling family law matters. She has earned the distinction
of the AVVO Rating Excellent and being named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising
Star.
“We
regularly review the trending needs of our clients and evaluate the experience
and capabilities of the Quinn Johnston teams that serve them. The experiences
and diverse concentrations that these attorneys bring will further strengthen
and broaden our client support” said John Kamin, Managing Partner at Quinn
Johnston.
About Quinn Johnston
Quinn, Johnston, Henderson, Pretorius & Cerulo has built a reputation as a leading provider of comprehensive legal services. The firm advocates on behalf of its clients ranging from private individuals to large business entities. With 23 lawyers in offices in Peoria and Springfield, Illinois, the firm represents clients with a variety of legal issues, including but not limited to, transactional law, civil litigation and healthcare. The firm’s website can be found at www.quinnjohnston.com.
Gateway Foundation: Impact of Substance Abuse on Relationships
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Monday, February 11, 2019
INKED ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES THE REMIANING LINEUP OF THE 2019 TAILGATE N’ TALLBOYS FESTIVAL!
Inked Entertainment, LLC has just announced 18 more artists that are set to perform for the 2019 Tailgate N’ Tallboys Music Festival. Tailgate N’ Tallboys will be held on the riverfront in downtown Peoria for the third year. In 2019, the series will span 7 dates. June 13, 14, 15 and 16 will be the first set of concerts and July 19 and 20 will follow. There will be a final concert on Saturday, September 14th. In addition to the main stage performances, there will be numerous local, and national performers on the Tailgate N’ Crusens Side Stage, as well as various festival activities throughout the series. CLICK HERE to purchase tickets!
Announced Performers:
• June 13 Kick-off Party –
o Headliner: Bret Michaels
o Support: Matt Stell and Seckond Chaynce
• June 2019 –
o Headliners (in alphabetical order): Brett Young, Brett Eldredge, Kane Brown
o Support (in alphabetical order): Ashley McBryde, Carter Winter, Dillon Carmichael, Jimmie Allen, Jordan Davis, Lauren Alaina, Logan Mize, Michael Ray, Mitchell Tenpenny, Muscadine Bloodline and Sweet Tea Trio.
o Crusens Side Stage (in alphabetical order): Aileeah Colgan, Devin Clemons Band, Joe Stamm
Band, Josh Phillips, and Tasji Bachman
• July 2019 –
o Headliner (in alphabetical order): Aaron Lewis, Clutch, Jamey Johnson, Tyler Childers
o Support (in alphabetical order): Bishop Gunn, Dallas Moore, Josh Card, The Sisterhood and The Steel Woods.
o Tailgate N’ Crusens Side Stage (in alphabetical order): Craig Gerdes, Billy Don Burns and Bryan James.
• September 14, 2019 – (more yet to announce including direct support)
o Headliner: Alabama
o Support (in alphabetical order): Diamond Rio, The NATU Band and Mason Ramsey.
o Tailgate N’ Crusens Side Stage: New City Road
June 13, 2019 will be the Kick-off Party to the festival. All Ticket holders (including multi day passes and single day passes) will receive free entry into the Kick-off Party. Single day tickets for the kick-off party will be $15 for those without festival passes. Those tickets are available now.
Inked Entertainment has also been working with the Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau to set up discounted hotel rooms at many area hotels for concert goers. A link to the reservation system is be located on the festival website: www.TailgateNtallboys.com (under the travel section) now. You can also find this link on www.enjoypeoria.com. There is a limited amount of rooms on hold at negotiated prices, once these are sold out they are gone. In addition to the hotel rooms, Tailgate N’ Tallboys has secured a new camping location for the 2019 June weekend, at the Heart of Illinois Fairgrounds. Full hookup and primitive spots for campers and tents is available. This will include shuttle service to and from the festival throughout the day. There will be onsite showers, security and festival personal 24 hrs from Thurs – Monday of the June weekend.
There will be multiple new amenities and logistical changes in 2019. The stage will now be south facing with the stage facing bridge on what was the backend of Festival Park (venue). This allows for more room for those with chairs and allows for the growing attendance that the festival has experienced over the past few years. The VIP section will have a full-service bar, air-conditioned restrooms and express entrances.
The new NASH Pass is available for all three weekends. Included in this pass is secure gated parking, a pre-show reception at Cumulus Studios (with drinks and food), a weekend VIP Pass, entry through a special VIP entrance that is close to parking and leads right into the VIP section.
The 6 Pack Pass is once again be available for the festival. This allows purchaser entry into all dates of the series for a deeply discounted price.
6 Pack Passes, June Weekend Passes and July Weekend Passes are currently on sale at Tier 1 Prices and slated to increase in price on March 4 (or when allotted tickets sell out at Tier 1 pricing). Single Day tickets are officially on sale now for each date. will become available in early Spring, when more artists are added to the schedules.
There are many more announcements in the works, including a new mobile app for the festival so keep up with the latest by following Tailgate N’ Tallboys on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, or by visiting the official website at www.TailgateNtallboys.com.
About Tailgate N’ Tallboys
Tailgate N’ Tallboys is Central Illinois #1 Country Music Festival. The Music Series is designed with the true Midwestern summer concert goer in mind. Boasting top country acts to span over the summer months all at one low cost ticket price. Our 6 Pack Pass allows entry to 6 concerts for practically the cost of one concert. This allows our Midwestern country music lovers the ability to attend one or all six shows on the calendar to keep the party going all summer long.
Announced Performers:
• June 13 Kick-off Party –
o Headliner: Bret Michaels
o Support: Matt Stell and Seckond Chaynce
• June 2019 –
o Headliners (in alphabetical order): Brett Young, Brett Eldredge, Kane Brown
o Support (in alphabetical order): Ashley McBryde, Carter Winter, Dillon Carmichael, Jimmie Allen, Jordan Davis, Lauren Alaina, Logan Mize, Michael Ray, Mitchell Tenpenny, Muscadine Bloodline and Sweet Tea Trio.
o Crusens Side Stage (in alphabetical order): Aileeah Colgan, Devin Clemons Band, Joe Stamm
Band, Josh Phillips, and Tasji Bachman
• July 2019 –
o Headliner (in alphabetical order): Aaron Lewis, Clutch, Jamey Johnson, Tyler Childers
o Support (in alphabetical order): Bishop Gunn, Dallas Moore, Josh Card, The Sisterhood and The Steel Woods.
o Tailgate N’ Crusens Side Stage (in alphabetical order): Craig Gerdes, Billy Don Burns and Bryan James.
• September 14, 2019 – (more yet to announce including direct support)
o Headliner: Alabama
o Support (in alphabetical order): Diamond Rio, The NATU Band and Mason Ramsey.
o Tailgate N’ Crusens Side Stage: New City Road
June 13, 2019 will be the Kick-off Party to the festival. All Ticket holders (including multi day passes and single day passes) will receive free entry into the Kick-off Party. Single day tickets for the kick-off party will be $15 for those without festival passes. Those tickets are available now.
Inked Entertainment has also been working with the Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau to set up discounted hotel rooms at many area hotels for concert goers. A link to the reservation system is be located on the festival website: www.TailgateNtallboys.com (under the travel section) now. You can also find this link on www.enjoypeoria.com. There is a limited amount of rooms on hold at negotiated prices, once these are sold out they are gone. In addition to the hotel rooms, Tailgate N’ Tallboys has secured a new camping location for the 2019 June weekend, at the Heart of Illinois Fairgrounds. Full hookup and primitive spots for campers and tents is available. This will include shuttle service to and from the festival throughout the day. There will be onsite showers, security and festival personal 24 hrs from Thurs – Monday of the June weekend.
There will be multiple new amenities and logistical changes in 2019. The stage will now be south facing with the stage facing bridge on what was the backend of Festival Park (venue). This allows for more room for those with chairs and allows for the growing attendance that the festival has experienced over the past few years. The VIP section will have a full-service bar, air-conditioned restrooms and express entrances.
The new NASH Pass is available for all three weekends. Included in this pass is secure gated parking, a pre-show reception at Cumulus Studios (with drinks and food), a weekend VIP Pass, entry through a special VIP entrance that is close to parking and leads right into the VIP section.
The 6 Pack Pass is once again be available for the festival. This allows purchaser entry into all dates of the series for a deeply discounted price.
6 Pack Passes, June Weekend Passes and July Weekend Passes are currently on sale at Tier 1 Prices and slated to increase in price on March 4 (or when allotted tickets sell out at Tier 1 pricing). Single Day tickets are officially on sale now for each date. will become available in early Spring, when more artists are added to the schedules.
There are many more announcements in the works, including a new mobile app for the festival so keep up with the latest by following Tailgate N’ Tallboys on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, or by visiting the official website at www.TailgateNtallboys.com.
About Tailgate N’ Tallboys
Tailgate N’ Tallboys is Central Illinois #1 Country Music Festival. The Music Series is designed with the true Midwestern summer concert goer in mind. Boasting top country acts to span over the summer months all at one low cost ticket price. Our 6 Pack Pass allows entry to 6 concerts for practically the cost of one concert. This allows our Midwestern country music lovers the ability to attend one or all six shows on the calendar to keep the party going all summer long.
ICC’S COLLEGE FOR KIDS COMBINES SUMMER LEARNING WITH FUN
Registration opens March 11 for the summer 2019 sessions of Illinois Central
College’s popular College for Kids program. The summer program features fun and
educational classes for students entering fourth through twelfth grades.
Session 1 runs Monday –Thursday, June 10-21, and Session 2 runs Monday ─
Thursday, July 8-19.
Kids are sure to find topics to fit their interests, with classes available in
leadership skills, French, chess, cooking, dance, science, art, Harry Potter,
balloon artistry, computer design and coding, and much more. Several new
classes are being offered this year. Some of these include: “The Price is
Right!,” which teaches kids to earn, save and spend in a fun way; “Disney 101,”
in which students will learn all things Disney-related; and “Python
Programmers,” which explores coding with Python to create engaging apps and
games.
Kids can extend their fun by
participating in additional off-site Friday Fun Trips offered from 8:30 am to
2:30 pm on each Friday of College for Kids. Cost for these Friday fun sessions
ranges from $75 to $95.
Two additional class options extend
the day and accommodate working parents -- Early Bird Club, available Monday
through Thursday from 7:15 to 8:15 am, and Club CFK, available from 3:15 to 5
pm. Both Early Bird Club and Club CFK feature games and computers. Cost for
Early Bird Club is an additional $45, and Club CFK costs an additional $75.
Tuition per class varies for each
class, based on instructional materials needed. Space is limited. Registration
is available March 11 by phone at (309) 690-6900, or online at www.icc.edu/cfk. A complete listing of
classes, descriptions and registration materials also will be available online.
For questions, contact ICC Youth Programs Coordinator Steffi Xu at (309)
690-6916 or email steffi.xu@icc.edu
Illinois Central College “Between the Lines” Program Explores Extreme Portrayals of 1940’s African American Female Characters
Join Illinois Central College’s “Between the Lines” program to discuss “The
1940’s African American Female Character: Gender Equality is Such an Illusion,”
on Tues., March 5 from 7 to 8 pm in the Arbor Hall
Auditorium on the Peoria Campus, located at 5407 N. University St., Peoria.
Andrea Walton will lead the discussion.
Female characters, much like real life, have been
portrayed in seemingly radical (according to present-day norm) ways. Many times
the "ideal woman" is one who submissively accepts her subservient
plight in life, without much resistance. Yet readers find their interests pique
by authors who dare to portray their heroine as one who bucks the system in an
attempt to afford herself the same opportunities as male counterparts. In
Ramona Lowe's “Woman in the Window” and Charles Chesnutt's “Uncle Wellington's
Wives,” these two writers expose some of these extreme portrayals of African American
women during the 1940's.
“Between the Lines” is a lecture series presented by the faculty members of the
English, Humanities and Language Studies Department at ICC. The goal of
the series is to offer literary presentations that will interest students and
people in the community, as well as promote reading literacy and scholarly
study.
The programs are free and open to the public.
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