Alzheimer’s Association Presents Trivia Night February 8

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The Central Illinois community is invited to participate in the Alzheimer’s Associations Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, February 8, at the Central Illinois Chapter Office, 606 W. Glen Ave., Peoria. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the games begin at 7 p.m. “We invite everyone to bring their friends, family and neighbors to test their level of trivia knowledge and at the same time contribute to raising awareness and support for the Alzheimer’s Association,” said Nikki Vulgaris-Rodriguez, Executive Director for the Central Illinois Chapter.

The cost is $20 per person with teams up to eight people. Trivia will include a variety of subjects. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top two teams. Soda and light snacks will be provided. Participants are welcome to bring their own adult beverages and snacks and food spreads of any sort.

To reserve tickets or for more information, please contact the Central Illinois Chapter at 309.681.1100. Proceeds will fund educational programs and services for Peoria area residents dealing with Alzheimer’s disease as well as caregivers.


The Alzheimer's Association - Central Illinois Chapter provides services to caregivers and those with memory loss problems including family education, 24-hour telephone Helpline, library, support groups, newsletter, advocacy, patient referral and guidance services, and registration in the national Medic Alert + Safe Return identification program.  Alzheimer’s disease, caregiver and support information can be found by logging onto www.alz.org/illinoiscentral or by calling the 24 hour Helpline at 800.272.3900.

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