| Mar 5 Book Chatters |
| What are you reading? Discuss your latest reads, get recommendations and learn about upcoming and recently released titles. Take home an exciting new book before its official publication! Light refreshments provided. |
| Date: |
March 5, 2018 |
| Time: |
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free. |
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| Mar 6 Starting a Business in Illinois |
| This free workshop is for individuals who are interested in starting their own business. You will learn about: getting your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business plans, taxes and much more! These events are sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and Co-Sponsored by Morton Community Bank. |
| Date: |
March 6, 2018 |
| Time: |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.bradley.edu/turnercenter |
| Location: |
PeoriaNEXT Innovation Center, 1st FL 801 West Main Street, Peoria |
| Contact: |
Illinois Small Business Development Center
309-677-2992
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| EMail: |
tce@bradley.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
March 6, 2018 3pm – 5:00pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free to the public |
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| Mar 6 Knit Night |
| Bring your latest project for a laidback evening of conversation and yarn work. All skill levels welcome - staff will be on hand to offer tips and encouragement. Don't knit? We'll be happy to help you get started! |
| Date: |
March 6, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Mar 9 - Mar 10 WCHS Spring Play - Harvey |
| WCHS Spring Play |
| Date: |
March 9, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.fivepointswashington.org/services/performing-arts-center/upcoming-events/ |
| Location: |
Caterpillar Performing Arts Theatre
360 N. Wilmor
Washginton,IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
5 points |
| Date/Time Details: |
03/09/18 - 03/10/18 at 7pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
$5 for students and seniors
$7 for adults |
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| Mar 10 JDRF Shop for a Cure Vendor Fair |
| Come shop for a cure for Type 1 Diabetes! It's easy as that! Featuring: * Bake Sale * Raffle Table * 30+ vendors * Direct sales, Artists, Artisans and Crafters! All of your favorites are here and we've added some new faces! |
| Date: |
March 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Website: |
https://www.facebook.com/events/1057873677719940/ |
| Location: |
St. Mark's Lutheran Church 200 S. Main St. Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Contact Theresa McHenry
309-370-2850
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| EMail: |
yayamom4@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
March 10 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. |
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| Mar 10 Laura Ingalls Wilder in Song |
| Laura F. Keyes of Historic Voices brings Laura Ingalls Wilder to the Main Library. Hear Laura’s story through the songs she and her family loved to sing out on the prairie. Learn folk songs from long ago, and discovery why Pa’s fiddle meant so much to Laura. |
| Date: |
March 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Mar 10 Blue Bayou- Linda Ronstad/ Arron Neville Tribute |
| Blue Bayou offers audiences the lovely duets and other songs from yesteryear as popularized by Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville. The show is a wonderful tribute to pop music legends Aaron Neville and Linda Ronstadt as presented by dynamic seasoned singers Dawn Day and Vince Taylor. |
| Date: |
March 10, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://ArtsAtICC.com |
| Location: |
Illinois Central College Perfoming Arts Center |
| Contact: |
309-694-5136 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, March 10
7:30 pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
General public: $25
Students: $15 |
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| Mar 14 Gathering Clues From Obituaries |
| Obituaries are useful resources for genealogists. They often provide a wealth of information about an ancestor's life tucked into what's into a relatively small column of space. Join Karen Heinrich, a professional genealogist with over 17 years of experience, to learn what information can be gleaned from obituaries and where to look to find obituaries for your ancestors through online websites. |
| Date: |
March 14, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Mar 16 - Mar 26 "I Have a Story to Tell" |
| Washington Historical Society presents program on "Marshall's Tavern" a well known spot on the square. Families who's parents ran the tavern will tell their stories. Items from tavern will e displayed. Please come and participate in this event.Bring items you might wish to share,for display. |
| Date: |
March 16, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
Washington Presbyterian Church |
| Contact: |
Leri Slonneger
309-635-0099 |
| EMail: |
leri.slonneger2@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
March 26th 7pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Admission is free |
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| Mar 17 Breakfast - Taylor Lodge #98 |
| All you can eat breakfast includes: biscuits, gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns, fruit cocktail, grits, pancakes (regular or blueberry), french toast, milk, orange juice, coffee or water. Donations raised at the breakfast go to the following activities: WCHS Scholarships, Eureka HS Scholarship (started by Wm. C. Hobbs lodge), IL Child Identification program supplies, Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl team sponsorship, Eagle Scout recognition items, Masonic Widow fruit baskets (for lodge widows), Masonic Youth Groups (DeMolay, Rainbow Girls, Job's Daughters), Non-Masonic Youth Group team sponsorship, Shriner Children Hospitals, IL Masonic Children Assistance Program, & Community events (Fall cookout, Easter Egg hunt that is open to the public). |
| Date: |
March 17, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.TaylorLodge98.org |
| Location: |
Taylor Masonic Lodge #98 (119 N. Wilmor Road - between Walgreens & Acrylic Dreams). |
| Contact: |
Robert Hunsicker
309-264-6639 |
| EMail: |
taylorlodge98@gmail.com |
| Date/Time Details: |
3rd Saturday each month from 7 - 10 AM (no breakfasts in June, July or August). 10/21/2017, 11/18/2017, 12/16/2017, 1/20/2018, 2/17/2018, 3/17/2018, 4/21/2018, 5/19/2018 |
| Fees/Admission: |
Donation of $7 / person, $3.50 for kids 6 - 12 years old, Free for kids under 6. |
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| Mar 17 Maestro's Choice |
| Heartland Festival Orchestra presents "Maestro's Choice" featuring Adam Neiman, piano soloist. Adam Neiman brings pianistic power, virtuosity, and musical insight - a perfect combination for Brahms' glorious concerto. Community Partner: The Center for Youth and Family Solutions |
| Date: |
March 17, 2018 |
| Time: |
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.heartlandfestivalorchestra.org/ |
| Location: |
Caterpillar Performing Arts Center at Five Points Washington |
| Contact: |
309 339-3943 |
| Date/Time Details: |
Saturday, March 17th at 7:30pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
$38/adults, $10/students |
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| Mar 19 Morning Movie |
| Come enjoy a recently released film at the Sunnyland Branch! Popcorn will be provided. More information, including the title of this month's movie, can be found at http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Date: |
March 19, 2018 |
| Time: |
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Mar 20 Writing Workshop |
| Writers of all experience levels are invited to bring their latest projects for feedback in a supportive environment. We will open with writing exercises and games, followed by a workshop-format discussion. |
| Date: |
March 20, 2018 |
| Time: |
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Mar 21 Starting a Business in Illinois |
| This free workshop is for individuals who are interested in starting their own business. You will learn about: getting your business name registered, where to obtain a tax ID number, which legal form to choose, business plans, taxes and much more! These events are sponsored by the Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University and Co-Sponsored by Morton Community Bank. |
| Date: |
March 21, 2018 |
| Time: |
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| Website: |
http://www.bradley.edu/turnercenter |
| Location: |
Fondulac Bank, 2nd FL 201 Clock Tower Drive, East Peoria 61611 |
| Contact: |
Illinois Small Business Development Center
309-677-2992
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| EMail: |
tce@bradley.edu |
| Date/Time Details: |
March 21, 2018 3pm – 5:00pm |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free to the public |
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| Mar 23 Genealogy Meetup |
| Share your recent genealogical finds with others! Get help using Ancestry Library Edition and other library resources to explore your family's history. Light refreshments provided. |
| Date: |
March 23, 2018 |
| Time: |
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
| Website: |
http://washington.lib.il.us/Calendar.html |
| Location: |
Washington District Library, 380 N. Wilmor Rd., Washington, IL 61571 |
| Contact: |
Rhiannon Shoults |
| EMail: |
rshoultswilson@mtco.com |
| Fees/Admission: |
Free |
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| Mar 24 Underwater Easter Egg Hunt |
| Five Points Underwater Easter Egg Hunt March 24th from 9am-10:30am Must pre-register at Five Points by March 21st! $6/child for non-members $4/child for members Free open swim immediately following. |
| Date: |
March 24, 2018 |
| Time: |
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Website: |
http://www.fivepointswashington.org/services/aquatics/special-programs/ |
| Location: |
Five Points Washington |
| Contact: |
Mollie Wright
mwright@fivepointswashington.org
444-8222 |
| EMail: |
mwright@fivepointswashington.org |
| Date/Time Details: |
3/24 9am-10:30am |
| Fees/Admission: |
$4/child for members $6/child for non-members |
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