Have you ever encountered a child who can be described as articulate, well-mannered, intelligent, has leadership qualities, artistic skills and is an aspiring artist who is well on their way to becoming an entrepreneur? Well, nine-year old Nyla Kyle has all those qualities and then some. Nyla has a beautiful and positive soul for a … Continue reading An Expression of Nyla’s World By D. Rena’ Chaney
Month: October 2016
“Celebrating Achievement” Annual Black Business Alliance Gala, November 4, 2016
BBA to Honor Dr. Jamel Wright, Dawn & Dave Bozeman, and Janet & George Davis The Annual Black Business Alliance Gala, with this year’s title, “Celebrating Achievement” is set for Friday, November 4th, 6:00 p.m. at the Gateway Building in downtown Peoria. Comprised of more than 30 members, the BBA, is the owner of WPNV … Continue reading “Celebrating Achievement” Annual Black Business Alliance Gala, November 4, 2016
The Wailers to Perform at Limelight Eventplex October 21, 2016
The Wailers, the world's premier reggae group performing Bob Marley's music will be performing at the Limelight Eventplex, 8102 N. University Street on Friday, October 21, 2016. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with showtime beginning at 8 p.m. All ages are welcome. Ticket prices are $18 -$23 and are available through the limelighteventplex.com website, … Continue reading The Wailers to Perform at Limelight Eventplex October 21, 2016
Public Forums Scheduled – Peoria County Schools Facility Sales Tax November 8th Ballot Referendum
Peoria County’s school districts will provide information about the Schools Facility Sales Tax referendum on the ballot Nov. 8 at three upcoming public meetings. If approved by voters, the ½% sales tax would generate $9 million annually to be shared among all Peoria County public school districts, based on enrollment. The revenue is to be … Continue reading Public Forums Scheduled – Peoria County Schools Facility Sales Tax November 8th Ballot Referendum
“Building the National Museum of African American History and Culture” – October 13, 2016 – A lecture by John W. Franklin, Senior Manager, Office of External Affairs
The new National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) on the Mall in Washington, DC, is a place where all Americans can learn about the richness and diversity of the African-American experience. On October 13, John W. Franklin, Senior Manager of the museum’s Office of External Affairs, will visit Peoria to describe … Continue reading “Building the National Museum of African American History and Culture” – October 13, 2016 – A lecture by John W. Franklin, Senior Manager, Office of External Affairs
Pace Announces 2016 Santa Parade Theme
Peoria Area Community Events (PACE) is pleased to announce the theme of the 129th Annual Santa Claus Parade is “Fairy Tale Christmas. The parade, scheduled to step off at 10:15 a.m. on November 25, 2016, is the longest running holiday parade in the country. The parade features costumed characters, novelty walking units, decorated floats, marching … Continue reading Pace Announces 2016 Santa Parade Theme
NAACP will host 54th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet, October 15, 2016
The Peoria Branch of the NAACP will be hosting its 54th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet on October 15, 2016 at the Par-A-Dice Hotel Conference Center. The event will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a social hour and dinner will begin at 7 p.m. The speaker for this year’s event is William McNary, Co-Director for … Continue reading NAACP will host 54th Annual Freedom Fund Banquet, October 15, 2016
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