309.689.3999

CT Community Calendar

Nov
15
Fri
Salsa at CAC @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Nov 15 @ 8:30 pm – Nov 16 @ 12:00 am

Salsa At CAC
Friday, November 15, 2024

ADMISSION
$8.00 nonmembers
$5.00 CAC Members

Introductory Dance Lesson – 8:30-9:30 pm
Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Guest Instructors.
Open dancing – 9:30-midnight
No partner is required. Mostly Salsa music is played but also Cha Cha, Bachata, Merengue, Tango, Reggaeton, R&B, Cumbia and Latin styled pop and R&B also.
Bring your own food and drink or order take out from the Rhythm Kitchen. Pop, water and ice for sale on the floor for $1.00

Questions:
William Butler
CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER
305 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602 • 309-674-6822 • cac@peoriacac.org • www.peoriacac.org

Nov
16
Sat
22 Veteran Artist Gallery Art Exhibit @ Peoria Public Library
Nov 16 @ 1:00 pm – Dec 31 @ 3:00 pm

The 11th annual Gallery Art Exhibit by 22 Veteran Artists opening ceremony is Nov 16th at 1PM at the Peoria Public main Library branch on Monroe St. in downtown Peoria. The exhibits run thru Dec 31.

Featuring Mixed Media Art by our own military veterans. Special this year is a Meet and Greet. Please join us! Hear their stories and take home their autographs.

For more information, please contact Michael Regan 309-258-8957

PTSD-Head

Combined Art Reception @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Nov 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Combined Art Reception

Saturday, November 16, 2024, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Free admission / donation requested; complimentary snacks & drinks; music provided by Berchtold & Stear

Meet the exhibiting artists and view their artwork in three galleries and the 3rd floor classroom.

Acoustic duo Berchtold & Stear share a special musical chemistry on stage, covering Folk, Delta Blues, Rock classics and original tunes, including David’s award-winning instrumental “Serenity.” Multi-instrumentalist Brian Stear’s harmonica, mandolin and porch board bass playing (and occasional washboard) is the perfect complement to David’s acoustic finger picking and his hard driving alternating-thumb playing style.

Nov
21
Thu
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Nov 21 @ 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, November 21, 2024 ~ 8:00 – 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.
Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)
If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)
*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.
If you don’t plan to read, then don’t purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.
Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere.

Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV
Featured Poet: Tiara Nicole
Spoken word artist and author Tiara Nicole of Kansas City, Missouri was Kansas City’s People Choice Award winner for Best Spoken Word Artist in 2021. She is an author of two books: “Tell My Son, ‘Thank You’” (a collection of poems she has performed on stage) and “Bittersweet 16 Lost Soul….Naive Girl” (a project she put together after experiencing sexual assault). When Tiara is not performing, she works as a Program Manager for Poetry for Personal Power. As an advocate for mental health Tiara believes that art in its many facets can change the world and the way mental health recovery viewed.

Nov
22
Fri
Live at the Five Spot: Za Funk! @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Nov 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Live at the Five Spot: ZA Funk!
November 22, 2024~ 6:30-8:30pm

TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE!
Tickets in Advance Online: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees (until 5pm day of event).
Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers
(Tickets for walk-ins will be available until max capacity is reached)

Water and pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar. Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

About the Band:
ZA Funk! is the melding of old and new to create a high energy, refresh on the music that has kept feet tapping and people dancing for generations. With roots in blues, rock, soul, funk, and gospel, ZA Funk! reaches the souls of the masses.

Dec
5
Thu
The Wizards of Winter @ Five Points Washington
Dec 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Step into the enchanting world of The Wizards of Winter, a musical phenomenon that has amazed audiences of all ages with their unique sound!

A FUN FILLED EVENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.
Performing their Holiday Rock Opera “The Christmas Dream”, this outstanding ensemble, include members that have performed with The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Alice Cooper, Def Leppard, Blue Oyster Cult and other classic rock giants, along with Broadway and Theater veterans! Weaving a story based around their latest album “The Christmas Dream”, along with music from their self-titled CD and their album “The Magic of Winter”, THE WIZARDS take their audience on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas. This 12-member ensemble boasts soaring vocal harmonies, precision string instrumentation, powerful percussion, and stunning keyboard work, layered around a rich storyboard that evokes memories and emotions of December’s past! From rock and pop to ballads, and even a visit from Mrs. Claus – there is something for everyone.

Tickets
General Admission for Ages 13 & Up: $35- $55
General Admission for Ages 12 & Under: $20 – $30
VIP for Ages 13 & Up: $80
VIP for Ages 12 & Under: $45
Wheelchair accessible seats are available.
Purchase Tickets HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-wizards-of-winter-tickets-848403566907

Doors open at Five Points Washington at 6:00pm, and the show starts at 6:30pm. Concessions and merch will be available.

Questions? Contact Theater Manager, Josh Schnetzler: joshs2@fivepointswashington.org.

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Dec 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, December 5, 2024 ~ 8:00 – 10:00 pm
When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)
If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)
*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.
If you don’t plan to read, then don’t purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere.

Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV
Featured Poet: Louis ConPhliction
Louis ConPhliction promotes self-love and self-awareness centered movement, utilizing mentorship, eclectic beats and empowering words. He is the host of Pagedale’s annual Red Ribbon Drug Prevention Program. He also teaches workshops and is a mentor for several organizations, including Poetry for Personal Power, Provident Counseling and The St. Louis Juvenile Detention Center. When he’s not creating change, he’s touring/performing throughout the nation and participating in and winning poetry competitions. He performed at the 2015 Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles. Louis was named Poet of the Year, by St. Louis Star Awards in 2016. Check out Louis’ video –
Louis ConPhliction – Get Away (OFFICIAL VIDEO) (youtube.com)

Dec
6
Fri
1st Friday Studio Tour @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Dec 6 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

1st Friday Studio Tour and Gallery Talk
Friday, December 6, 2024 ~ 5:00-9:00pm ~ free event

Visit the Contemporary Art Center Resident Artist Studios where artists create, display and sell their work. Enjoy the unique & creative talents of local artists. While here, enjoy art exhibits in 3 galleries. The public is invited to this open house style events.

On the 3rd floor, see the studios of Tanya Bayer, William Butler, Pamela Connell, Elizabeth Davis, Julie K.W. Harkless, Larry Hendricks, Bennett Johnson, Darlene Jones, Richard Kirchgessner, Joe Kotas, Donald Mason, Kagan Masters, Ilva McBrayer,

Joy Johannes Miller, Erica Pamson and Adrianne Risby. In the Side View Gallery on the 2nd floor, see the work of Preston Jackson and Natalie Jackson.

Dec
13
Fri
Live at the Five Spot: Joe Metzka Band @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Dec 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Live at the Five Spot: Joe Metzka Band (blues, vintage soul)
December 13, 2024~ 6:30-8:30pm

Tickets in Advance Online: $8-members, $12-nonmembers + fees (until 5pm day of event).
Tickets at the door*: $12-Members, $16-nonmembers
(Tickets for walk-ins will be available until max capacity is reached)

Water and pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar. Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

About the Band:
Joe Metzka has explored just about every genre of music and has settled in on the blues. His set list may still wander about into Jazz or R&B, but it’s all colored in the deep blue of blues. Joe leads the way down the road to nostalgia like no one else can, laid back and easy, his raspy voice a counter to the crisp licks from his guitar. Joining Joe is Tim Brickner on bass, Rusty Hall on piano and Matt Warren on drums. Hear his music and learn more about this St. Louis based artist at www.joemetzka.com

Dec
19
Thu
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry @ Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
Dec 19 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, December 19, 2024 ~ 8:00 – 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)
If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)

*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage.
If you don’t plan to read, then don’t purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere.

Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.
Hosts: Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV
Featuring the theme, “Whispers in the Dark”. Poets are asked to perform/share an erotic poem they have created.

Thank you to our Sponsors