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The Steel House Revival
A new, collaborative project was announced on Monday to preserve one of the most distinctive chapters in Peoria history. Led by the Central Illinois Landmarks Foundation, Peoria Historical Society and Wheels O’ Time Museum, The Steel House Revival is working to relocate and rehabilitate one of R.G. LeTourneau’s unique steel houses into an exhibit at Wheels O’ Time.
LeTourneau was an inventor and businessman who pioneered the development of pre-fabricated, steel-welded homes in the 1930s. Though his plan for an entire community of such homes was thwarted by the onset of World War II, several were sold and remain in use today. The house to be renovated sits on what was once LeTourneau property and is now Komatsu America Corporation, which donated the house to the effort.
The project will cost about $180,000—and nearly half of the funds have already been raised through private donations. To learn how you can donate, or for more information on this unique collaboration, visit steelhouserevival.com.
Learn more about R.G. LeTourneau in “R.G. LeTourneau: God’s Businessman,” a great article by Norm Kelly published in iBi magazine in 2011. More details about the steel homes can be found in “All-Steel: The Carefree Home” by Jim Bateman, published in February 2015.
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The Boards of Directors of Progressive Health Systems and UnityPoint Health – Peoria have finalized and approved an affiliation agreement, which became effective January 1st, 2017. The agreement brings the two systems together, allowing for enhanced access to primary care providers and specialists while improving care coordination and patient experience. Pekin Hospital’s name will be changed to UnityPoint Health – Pekin, effective immediately, while ProHealth Medical Group and ProCare will retain their names and become part of UnityPoint Health. There will be no immediate changes to operations or services.
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ArtsPartners of Central Illinois announced a call for entries for the third annual ArtPop Peoria competition. ArtPop Peoria places the work of local artists on Adams Outdoor billboards around the region, which are seen by thousands of residents and visitors alike—a value of nearly $15,000 in free advertising. In addition, winning artists will be featured at CIAO First Friday at The Studios on Sheridan gallery and on the ArtsPartners website. Entries will be accepted January 16th thru February 28th. For more information and guidelines to submit work, go to artspartners.net/artpop-peoria.
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The Peoria Landlord Group announced its formation and kickoff meeting, to be held on Monday, January 16th at Landmark Recreation Center at 6pm. The group was formed under the Association of Rental Housing Professionals in an effort to improve communication between code enforcement and landlords/property managers, as well as engage Peoria City Council members in discussions to address a range of concerns. More information can be found at rentalhousingpros.org or by emailing peorialandlordgroup@gmail.com.
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The General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International Airport announced the addition of a direct flight to Destin, Florida beginning May 24, 2017. The airport now offers direct flights to 12 U.S. cities from four major airlines. Allegiant Air will operate the service to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport twice a week. Flight days, times and fares are available at allegiant.com.
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The Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum will offer free admission to low-income families as a participant in Museums for All, a national initiative of the Association of Children’s Museums and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Families registered with the SNAP (food stamps) or Women, Infants and Children (WIC) programs of the Illinois Department of Human Services may show their cards at the admission desk, along with a valid ID, to register for the program. Once registered, families will receive an “Explorer Card” that allows them three free family visits to the museum, as well as discounts on membership, workshops and other events. Participation in this initiative is part of the PlayHouse’s commitment to welcome all children and families. For more information, call (309) 681-2853 or visit peoriaplayhouse.org.
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Thursday, January 12th @ First United Methodist Church, East Peoria
The Alzheimer’s Association, Central Illinois Chapter’s educational program Know the Ten Signs: Early Detection Matters will take place from 7 to 8:30pm. Those interested in learning more about the disease and its warning signs should attend this program. Program specialist Jenna Wachtveitl will present and take questions following the program. This event is free and open to the public. To register, call (309) 681-1100. For more information, visit alz.org/illinoiscentral.
Thursday, January 12th @ Peoria Civic Center
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce presents its first Business After Hours of 2017 from 4:30 to 6:30pm. Creative food stations will showcase upcoming events at the Peoria Civic Center, including Patti LaBelle, Extreme Ice Racing, American English and Decades Rewind, and guests will have the chance to win tickets to each of these events. For more information, email scagle@peoriachamber.org or visit peoriachamber.org/pages/BusinessAfterHours.
Friday, January 13th @ Peoria Civic Center
The South Side Office of Concern presents Gimme Shelter, a fundraiser that has participants spending the night in cardboard boxes outside the Peoria Civic Center to raise awareness and funds to end homelessness in the community. For more information or to register, visit ssocpeoria.org/help-end-homelessness/special-events.
Friday, January 13th @ Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino
The Community Workshop and Training Center, Inc. (CWTC) will host its annual Super Trivia Challenge, with doors at 6pm and trivia beginning at 7pm. There will be prizes, appetizers and a cash bar. To register a team, go to cwtc.org or call (309) 686-3300.
Saturday, January 14th @ Pekin Hospital
The Pekin Hospital Foundation will host its annual Farm to Table Dinner beginning at 7pm. The event will feature dinner from the Harvest Café, and proceeds will benefit the new ProHealth Medical Office Building. To register or for more information, call (309) 353-0983 or email ssemonis@pekinhospital.com.
Saturday, January 14th @ Lindenhof, 7601 N Harker Dr, Peoria
The Pilot Club of Peoria will host its annual trivia night—The Sky’s the Limit! Teams may choose their own theme for table décor and costumes for a chance to win a cash prize. Doors open at 6pm and trivia starts at 7pm. Proceeds from the event will help fund yearly grants to local charities. For more information, call (309) 264-6119, (309) 264-2585 or (309) 264-2665.
Monday, January 16th@ Peoria Civic Center
The 25th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon featuring keynote speaker Patti LaBelle kicks off at the Peoria Civic Center at 10:45am. Following lunch, LaBelle will perform in the Civic Center Arena from 12:30 to 1:30pm. For more information, visit mlkluncheon.com.
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Check out Peoria Magazines’ Community Impact Calendar ... a comprehensive list of Peoria-area nonprofit events and fundraisers. Are your upcoming events listed? Help us keep the calendar up to date by sending your event information to info@peoriamagazines.com!
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July 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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