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The owners of the 4500 Prospect Development in Peoria Heights are seeking an artist/designer to commission a custom light fixture to be placed in the main tower. Up to $15,000 commission will be awarded to the winner, which must cover costs to design, construct and install this signature feature. The tower will have multiple exterior windows and an open staircase from the first to the third floor. The light feature will be a distinctive focal point within the tower for anyone who walks or drives through the village. The competition will run through April 20^th and is open to anyone who would like to submit entries. The winner will be announced on May 8^th. Applications and additional details are available at thekimgroup.com/lightitup4500application.pdf.

“Defining Our Time” is a new series of talks celebrating the Peoria area’s past and looking to its future. Hosted by the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce, the second event takes place on Thursday, March 23^rd, featuring Adam White of Running Central and Sheriff Mike McCoy of St. Jude Runs as guest speakers. Seating is limited, so reservations are required. The event takes place in the Chamber offices at 5:30pm and will be broadcast live at definingourtime.com and peorialife.com.

Registration deadline for the Peoria Symphony Annual Student Concert is this Tuesday, March 28^th. Thousands of students from across the region will attend the 64^th annual Peoria Symphony Student Concert, Heroic Spirit, on April 28^th, with performances at 9:30 and 11am in the Peoria Civic Center Theatre. The concert is open to all students in grades three through 12. Registration forms can be found online. For more information, call (309) 231-1814 or email jmlukich@gmail.com.

The Center for Prevention of Abuse has kicked off a social-media fundraiser called “Be the Bridge.” With an unexpected deficit in state funding, the agency hopes to bridge the gap to keep its important domestic violence and family-centered shelter programs up and running. To participate, simply create and hold a simple sign with a half circle (representing the bridge) with a heart underneath and include the hashtag #iamthebridge. Donate online, share your picture online, and encourage your friends to do the same. For more information, go to facebook.com/centerforpreventionofabuse, and donate online via PayPal at centerforpreventionofabuse.org.

Last week, 54 medical students from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria joined thousands across the country to learn where they “matched” to continue their path in medicine. UICOMP students matched to 16 specialties across 26 states; 20 are headed into primary care and a quarter of the class will remain in Illinois, with six matching to residency programs in Peoria. According to the National Resident Matching Program, this year was the largest match in history with 35,969 U.S. and international medical school students and graduates vying for 31,757 positions. All of Peoria’s 73 residency positions were filled.

Community Events

Thursday, March 23^rd @ Cayenne, Peoria Heights
The Peoria Area World Affairs Council will host a dinner and discussion on “Education Access for Children Living in Extreme Poverty Around the World” from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Janet Bantz Glavin, MA, volunteer and congressional district leader for ONE, will be the evening’s speaker. The event is free, but attendees must pay for their own food and beverages. Call (309) 677-2454 or email director@pawac.org for more information.

Saturday, March 25^th @ Peoria Riverfront Museum
The Peoria Riverfront Museum invites people to run the planets during its Interplanetary 5K Race, 1-Mile Fitness Walk and Half-Mile Kids’ Fun Run. Participants will follow the routes of interplanetary explorers through the Solar System, from the Sun—past Mercury, Venus and Earth—to Mars and back, all along the Riverfront Trail. Registration begins at 7:30am. For more information or to register, go to peoriariverfrontmuseum.org/posts/911.

Saturday, March 25^th @ Landmark Recreation Center
The Community Workshop and Training Center is hosting its annual Bowl-A-Thon fundraiser from 9am to noon. Individual and groups are welcome; there will be raffles and fun activities for all ages. All money raised will go directly to programs and services offered by CWTC. For more information, visit cwtc.org.

Tuesday, March 28^th @ Hotel Pere Marquette
The Central Illinois Business Hall of Fame Laureate Induction Ceremony to benefit Junior Achievement of Central Illinois kicks off at 5:30pm. 2017 Laureates Ed Rapp, Caterpillar; Debbie Simon, UnityPoint Health; and State Senator Chuck Weaver will be honored, along with JA Volunteer of the Year Peter Anderton and JA Teacher of the Year Nick Bussan. For more information, visit centralillinois.ja.org or call (309) 682-1800.

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July 11, 2017: Local Legends Reception
A reception to honor those who have had a lifetime of impact on the Peoria area.

July 27, 2017: 40 Leaders Alumni Social
A social event for alumni and presentation of the 40 Leaders Alumnus of the Year award.

November 2, 2017: 40 Leaders Under Forty
Recognizing the rising stars of central Illinois.

December 2017: Women of Influence Forum
Celebrating women who are making a difference in the region.

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