Egypt VBS
Egypt VBS at Oak Grove Bible Church is taking place from 6-8pm on July 27th – 31st. Kids will sing songs, plays games, visit an Egyptian marketplace to create crafts, and learn about the life of Joseph and how he followed the One True God! The VBS is designed for age 3 through those leaving sixth grade. Oak Grove Bible Church is located at 3221 Springfield Rd in East Peoria. For more information, call 309-642-5239.
Kingsmen Quartet Concert
The Kingsmen Quartet will be in concert on Friday, August 8th from 7:00-8:30pm at The Evangelical United Methodist Church, 401 Walnut St, Washington. Tickets are only $5 each and will be available at the door. A love offering will be received. To learn more call Don Moushon at 309-453-4673 or visit evanumc.org.
Dream Center Golf Outing
Mark your calendars for the Dream Center Peoria Annual Golf Outing coming up on August 11th! The event will be held at Mt. Hawley Country Club and will begin at 8:30am. The cost is $165 per golfer and includes lunch. Space is limited, so register soon by visiting www.dreamcenterpeoria.org/golfouting.
Powerlight Fest 2025 - Illinois State Fair
Don’t forget to add the Powerlight Fest on Family Day at the Illinois State Fair to your calendar! This year it’ll take place on Sunday, August 17th on the Lincoln Stage. The concert schedule will begin at 2pm with praise and worship with Hope Church and continue through the day with artists that include Rare of Breed, Emerson Day, and Colton Dixon. The concert is free, but there is a $5 fee to enter the state fair. To learn more, call 217-553-5271 or visit www.facebook.com/powerlightfest.
Trail Life/American Heritage Girls Open House
Trail Life and American Heritage Girls are holding open houses on August 18th from 6-7:30pm at the Apostolic Christian Church in Roanoke. Trail Life is a Christ-centered, boy-focused mentoring program that engages boys in service and outdoor adventure to develop Godly and courageous leaders, and American Heritage Girls is a Christ-centered, girl-focused character and leadership program dedicated to building women of integrity. Stop by and learn about the Christian values and beliefs that they are instilling in our youth through service and stewardship! For more information, visit traillifeusa.com.
Charger Golf Classic
Registration for the Peoria Christian School Charger Golf Classic is now open! The golf outing will take place on Monday, September 8th at Mt. Hawley Country Club in Peoria. Registration starts at 7am with tee time beginning at 7:30. The cost is $150 per golfer and the price includes lunch. To learn more and to register, visit www.peoriachristian.org/golf-classic.
Egypt VBS
Egypt VBS at Oak Grove Bible Church is taking place from 6-8pm on July 27th – 31st. Kids will sing songs, plays games, visit an Egyptian marketplace to create crafts, and learn about the life of Joseph and how he followed the One True God! The VBS is designed for age 3 through those leaving sixth grade. Oak Grove Bible Church is located at 3221 Springfield Rd in East Peoria. For more information, call 309-642-5239.
Egypt VBS
Egypt VBS at Oak Grove Bible Church is taking place from 6-8pm on July 27th – 31st. Kids will sing songs, plays games, visit an Egyptian marketplace to create crafts, and learn about the life of Joseph and how he followed the One True God! The VBS is designed for age 3 through those leaving sixth grade. Oak Grove Bible Church is located at 3221 Springfield Rd in East Peoria. For more information, call 309-642-5239.
Egypt VBS
Egypt VBS at Oak Grove Bible Church is taking place from 6-8pm on July 27th – 31st. Kids will sing songs, plays games, visit an Egyptian marketplace to create crafts, and learn about the life of Joseph and how he followed the One True God! The VBS is designed for age 3 through those leaving sixth grade. Oak Grove Bible Church is located at 3221 Springfield Rd in East Peoria. For more information, call 309-642-5239.
Egypt VBS
Egypt VBS at Oak Grove Bible Church is taking place from 6-8pm on July 27th – 31st. Kids will sing songs, plays games, visit an Egyptian marketplace to create crafts, and learn about the life of Joseph and how he followed the One True God! The VBS is designed for age 3 through those leaving sixth grade. Oak Grove Bible Church is located at 3221 Springfield Rd in East Peoria. For more information, call 309-642-5239.
Backpack Peoria
Dream Center Peoria’s Annual Backpack Peoria is coming up on Saturday, July 26th. Backpack Peoria is where the Dream Center not only gives out 2000 backpacks loaded with school supplies, but also provides haircuts and medical and dental exams to kids that need it. This event would not have the success it does without the community’s help. To find out how you can get involved, whether through working at the event or making a donation to cover the cost of a backpack, visit www.dreamcenterpeoria.org/backpackpeoria.
Young David VBS
Children going into grades K-5th are invited to take part in Young David VBS at First Mennonite Church of Morton from 6-7:30pm the week of July 21st-25th. Your kids will learn about God’s love for them as they walk through the life of “Young David.” Activities will include a Bible lesson, games, crafts, and a snack. The church is located at 250 S Baltimore Ave in Morton. To find out more, visit www.firstmennonitemorton.org.
Young David VBS
Children going into grades K-5th are invited to take part in Young David VBS at First Mennonite Church of Morton from 6-7:30pm the week of July 21st-25th. Your kids will learn about God’s love for them as they walk through the life of “Young David.” Activities will include a Bible lesson, games, crafts, and a snack. The church is located at 250 S Baltimore Ave in Morton. To find out more, visit www.firstmennonitemorton.org.
Young David VBS
Children going into grades K-5th are invited to take part in Young David VBS at First Mennonite Church of Morton from 6-7:30pm the week of July 21st-25th. Your kids will learn about God’s love for them as they walk through the life of “Young David.” Activities will include a Bible lesson, games, crafts, and a snack. The church is located at 250 S Baltimore Ave in Morton. To find out more, visit www.firstmennonitemorton.org.
Young David VBS
Children going into grades K-5th are invited to take part in Young David VBS at First Mennonite Church of Morton from 6-7:30pm the week of July 21st-25th. Your kids will learn about God’s love for them as they walk through the life of “Young David.” Activities will include a Bible lesson, games, crafts, and a snack. The church is located at 250 S Baltimore Ave in Morton. To find out more, visit www.firstmennonitemorton.org.
Young David VBS
Children going into grades K-5th are invited to take part in Young David VBS at First Mennonite Church of Morton from 6-7:30pm the week of July 21st-25th. Your kids will learn about God’s love for them as they walk through the life of “Young David.” Activities will include a Bible lesson, games, crafts, and a snack. The church is located at 250 S Baltimore Ave in Morton. To find out more, visit www.firstmennonitemorton.org.
Camp Invention
Camp Invention is coming to Peoria Christian Middle School July 21-25! Camp Invention is a summer day camp for kids in kindergarten through 6th grade filled with fun, hands-on STEM adventures led by qualified local educators, designed to spark creativity, build confidence and ignite a lifelong love for learning. The camp will take place from 9am-3:30pm, with extended day hours available for an extra cost. The camp fee is $275 per student. For more information and to register your child, visit www.peoriachristian.org/events.
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Our Savior Lutheran Church Adventure Bible Camp will take place on July 13-17th. The kids will be guided the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. The VBS will be held from 6-8pm each evening. The church is located at 1209 Kingsbury Rd in Washington. For more information and to register your child, visit oslwashington.org.
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Our Savior Lutheran Church Adventure Bible Camp will take place on July 13-17th. The kids will be guided the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. The VBS will be held from 6-8pm each evening. The church is located at 1209 Kingsbury Rd in Washington. For more information and to register your child, visit oslwashington.org.
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Our Savior Lutheran Church Adventure Bible Camp will take place on July 13-17th. The kids will be guided the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. The VBS will be held from 6-8pm each evening. The church is located at 1209 Kingsbury Rd in Washington. For more information and to register your child, visit oslwashington.org.
Man University
The next Man University event is scheduled for July 15th at Northwoods Community Church. The theme will be High Road Leadership with guest speaker, D.J. Schoeff, a certified John C. Maxwell coach, speaker, and trainer. The event is for men of all ages and will take place from 6-8pm. Tickets are $10 each and cover the cost of a pulled pork dinner. Visit www.northwoods.church/men to register.
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Our Savior Lutheran Church Adventure Bible Camp will take place on July 13-17th. The kids will be guided the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. The VBS will be held from 6-8pm each evening. The church is located at 1209 Kingsbury Rd in Washington. For more information and to register your child, visit oslwashington.org.
Willow Story Online Auction
Willow Story is holding their first ever summer auction and they invite you to participate! On July 14-18, they will be hosting an online fundraising auction to raise funds for Willow Story — a program of Living Alternatives for parents who have experienced pregnancy loss, or who have been given a life-limiting prenatal diagnosis. They offer compassion during pregnancy, support through birth, and a companion through grief. If you are considering your next vacation, want some new fun experiences or places to explore, are looking for some fun sports memorabilia, or just want to shop, make sure to check out the auction! Every dollar raised ensures that families receive compassionate care, resources, and a community that walks alongside them in their journey. Together we can support families one bid at a time. You can check out the Willow Story fundraising auction at wsprcevents.org.
Our Savior Lutheran Church Adventure Bible Camp
Our Savior Lutheran Church Adventure Bible Camp will take place on July 13-17th. The kids will be guided the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that He is a faithful friend we can always trust. The VBS will be held from 6-8pm each evening. The church is located at 1209 Kingsbury Rd in Washington. For more information and to register your child, visit oslwashington.org.
GospelFest Choir Rehearsals
Choir rehearsals for the Summertime GospelFest concert will take place on Monday nights, beginning June 9th at 6:30pm at Crossroads Church in Washington. The concert will be Saturday, July 12th at 7pm at Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria and will feature the GospelFest Singers as well as America’s Got Talent contestant Ben Waites and Gaither Homecoming Artist Allison Speer! Come join the choir and be part of this fun event! For more information, visit www.gospelfestradio.com.
Northwoods Vacation Bible School
Make sure to sign up for a spectacular five days of fun, worship, teaching, and more at Northwoods’ Vacation Bible School! Open to children entering into kindergarten through fifth grade, Northwoods’ VBS will be jam-packed with games, live worship, and biblical teaching about trusting and following Jesus in our everyday lives. This year’s VBS is scheduled for five days, from Monday, July 7th through Friday, July 11th. Each day will begin at 9am and end at 12pm. This is sure to be a week your child won’t want to miss! Space is limited, so register soon! For more information and to register, visit northwoods.church.
GospelFest Choir Rehearsals
Choir rehearsals for the Summertime GospelFest concert will take place on Monday nights, beginning June 9th at 6:30pm at Crossroads Church in Washington. The concert will be Saturday, July 12th at 7pm at Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria and will feature the GospelFest Singers as well as America’s Got Talent contestant Ben Waites and Gaither Homecoming Artist Allison Speer! Come join the choir and be part of this fun event! For more information, visit www.gospelfestradio.com.
Gospelfest Ministries 20/20 Vision
Join Shawn Degenhart on June 29th at Crossroads Global Methodist Church as he takes a look back at the last 20 years and casts vision for the next 20 years of GospelFest Ministries! It will be an evening celebrating God’s faithfulness and looking ahead to what he’s called Shawn and Anne to do with the ministry. The evening, which will begin at 6pm, will include music, refreshments, and a lot of fun. There will also be an opportunity for you to learn how to become directly involved with the ministry through prayer and financial support. To find out more, visit www.gospelfestministries.com.
Harvest Arts Hymn Tour Group Concert
Join Eureka Bible Church for a concert featuring the Harvest Arts Hymn Tour Group on Friday, June 27th, at 7pm. Experience a unique blend of classical music and hymns. This is a free event; however, a free will offering will be taken to support the event costs. There will be an Uncle Bob's ice cream social following the concert. For more information, call 309-467-4341.
GospelFest Choir Rehearsals
Choir rehearsals for the Summertime GospelFest concert will take place on Monday nights, beginning June 9th at 6:30pm at Crossroads Church in Washington. The concert will be Saturday, July 12th at 7pm at Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria and will feature the GospelFest Singers as well as America’s Got Talent contestant Ben Waites and Gaither Homecoming Artist Allison Speer! Come join the choir and be part of this fun event! For more information, visit www.gospelfestradio.com.
Praise in the Park
You’re invited to the 4th Annual Praise in the Park on June 21st at 5:30pm! Stop by for a powerful evening of worship, inspiration, and fun for the whole family. The event will be held in Centennial Park in Peru. You’ll be able to enjoy dynamic speakers, worship music, free food, bounce houses, and Christian vendors. So bring a lawn chair, invite your friends, and get ready for an evening of lifting up the name of Jesus. To find out more, visit www.facebook.com/Illinois.valley.4.jesus.
GospelFest Choir Rehearsals
Choir rehearsals for the Summertime GospelFest concert will take place on Monday nights, beginning June 9th at 6:30pm at Crossroads Church in Washington. The concert will be Saturday, July 12th at 7pm at Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria and will feature the GospelFest Singers as well as America’s Got Talent contestant Ben Waites and Gaither Homecoming Artist Allison Speer! Come join the choir and be part of this fun event! For more information, visit www.gospelfestradio.com.
The Kramer’s Concert
The Kramers will be in concert on Saturday, June 14th from 7:00-8:30pm at The Evangelical United Methodist Church, 401 Walnut St, Washington. Tickets are only $5 and will be available at the door. To learn more call Don Moushon at 309-453-4673 or visit evanumc.org.
GospelFest Choir Rehearsals
Choir rehearsals for the Summertime GospelFest concert will take place on Monday nights, beginning June 9th at 6:30pm at Crossroads Church in Washington. The concert will be Saturday, July 12th at 7pm at Grace Presbyterian Church in Peoria and will feature the GospelFest Singers as well as America’s Got Talent contestant Ben Waites and Gaither Homecoming Artist Allison Speer! Come join the choir and be part of this fun event! For more information, visit www.gospelfestradio.com.
Grace Presbyterian Vacation Bible School
Mark your calendars for Vacation Bible School at Grace Presbyterian Church, June 9-13th from 9-11:30am. VBS is open to children ages 3 years old through 6th grade. The kids will enjoy fun crafts, engaging Bible stories, yummy snacks, Inflatables from Fun on the Run, tie-dyeing a souvenir t-shirt, singing action songs, and so much more! Grace Presbyterian’s VBS is unique because they do not use a standard commercial VBS curriculum. Instead, each department uses a custom-made curriculum geared right to that age group. For more information and to register your child, visit gracepres.org/vbs.
Adult & Teen Challenge Golf Outing
Join Adult & Teen Challenge of the Greater Midwest on Friday, June 6th at Metamora Golf Club for a day filled with golf, great company, and the chance to win huge prizes—including a brand-new truck. Every swing supports ATCGM’s mission to help individuals find freedom from addiction and rebuild their lives. Cost is $175 per person and includes lunch. For more information and to register, visit atcgm.org/events.