Community Calendar
The WBNH 88.5FM COMMUNITY CALENDAR is not necessarily an endorsement of a particular group or activity, but simply meant to be a public service to our listening audience in central Illinois. WBNH reserves the right to determine what announcements are of most interest to our listening audience.
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Saturday, September 4
Event: Bankester Family Bluegrass Gospel
Type: concert
Description: Join us for an wonderful evening of Bluegrass Gospel with the Bankester Family. Family harmony at it's best. Check them out www.bankesterfamily.com
Additional Information: To purchase tickets call Roger (309)965-9134 or Doug (309)645-8027. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door
Date: 09/04/2010
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Goodfield Grade School Gym
Phone: 309-965-9134
Event: Double Anniversary Church Celebration
Type: church
Description: Double Anniversary of Two Churches. Town and Country Baptist Church 1 year. And also honoring Bethel Mennonite Church for their faithfulness and service.
Date: 09/04/2010
Time: 4:00pm
Location: 18443 Route 9. Pekin
Phone: 309-613-3215
Saturday, September 11
Event: An Evening with Rachel West Kramer
Type: concert
Description: This evening concert will feature songs from Rachels latest Hymns CD release. Also featuring an opening concert by D. Scott Kramer and For Heavens Sake with The Gospel Music Of Elvis Presley.
Additional Information: Call 309-383-2828 to purchase tickets and for additional information. Group discounts are available.
Date: 09/11/2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Caterpillar Performing Arts Five Points Washington
Website: www.handsoflove.org
Phone: 309-383-2828
Event: Trivia Bowl
Type: church
Description: There will be a variety of categories, and prizes will be awarded. There will also be a 50/50 drawing.
Additional Information: The entry fee is $80.00 per team to consist of up to eight people. You may bring your own snacks, and pizza, desserts, and beverages will be available for purchase. Space is limited, so get your names in as soon as possible. Contact Carole at 647-7526, Tim or Tess at 668-2340, or email geeniegal@yahoo.com to enter your team.
Date: 09/11/2010
Registration Deadline: September 3, 2010
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Fellowship hall of South Park United Methodist Church, 600 S. 1st Avenue, Canton, IL 61520
Phone: 309-789-5313
Event: Canada's Double Portion
Type: concert
Description: Music Ministry by a family gospel group from North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada. They have received awards from GMA Canada and annually return to the National Gospel Quartet Convention in Louisville, KY in September. They have traveled extensively in Canada and USA.
Additional Information: Free Concert; Love offering is welcomed
Date: 09/11/2010
Time: 7:00pm
Location: United Methodist Church of Farmington, Illinois
Phone: 309-245-4403
Event: Prayer Luncheon
Type: church
Description: We all know about prayers at church, prayers in the privacy of our homes, and prayers for specific situations. But how many of us know much about e-prayers? Join us from noon to 1:00 on Saturday, Sept 11, for our semi-annual prayer luncheon, and you will learn all you could want to know about online prayers for people in need or people who want to praise the Lord! After a lunch provided by the Spiritual Life Committee, Katie Post from WCIC/91.5 FM will be our speaker, and she should be quite informative and interesting. Katie is the person at WCIC who actually takes prayers from people, so she will have a very interesting program. Please be sure to join us. You can sign up on the sheet in the back of the church or contact Evonne Cowling or Rev. Joe. We'll look forward to seeing you!!
Date: 09/11/2010
Time: 12:00pm
Location: RiversEdge United Methodist Church
Phone: 309-822-8839
Sunday, September 12
Event: Still Water Concert
Type: concert
Description: East Peoria First Church of the Nazarene will be hosting a free concert presented by Still Water quartet on Sunday, Sept. 12, at 6:00 pm. The public is invited and a free will offering will be received.
Additional Information: Love offering will be received for the quartet.
Date: 09/12/2010
Time: 6:00pm
Location: East Peoria First Church of the Nazarene; 1325 Meadows Ave., East Peoria, IL 61611
Phone: 309-699-1677
Monday, September 13
Event: Financial Peace University
Type: conference
Description: Financial Peace University is Dave Ramsey's 13 week seminar designed to help you gain control over your finances. The first session is free.
Additional Information: 13 weeks on Monday nights at 6:30 pm. Cost is $89 per family.
Date: 09/13/2010
Time: 6:30pm
Location: New Hope Community Church, 110 E Mt Vernon, Metamora, IL 61548
Website: http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/signup/blnGetStartedClasses/0/blnSortByS
Phone: 309-253-0332
Monday September 13 & 14
Event: Upward Basketball
Type: other
Description: Basketball program for boys & girls in 1st through 8th grade. Registration & Evaluations coming up soon. Games begin October 9 and end in December.
Additional Information: For more information, contact Pastor Tony Darr.
Date: Sept 13 & 14
Registration Deadline: Sept. 22
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: First Missionary Church, Family Life Center, 124 Lincoln Blvd. North Pekin, IL 61554
Phone: 309-382-2333
Thursday, September 16
Event: Simple Grace Musical Concert
Type: concert
Description: Simple Grace features the musical talent of the Hitch Family from Martell NE. Their music style is acoustical bluegrass, folk style music with a definite gospel message.
Additional Information: A Love Offering will be taken.CD's, DVD's and books will be available
Date: 09/16/2010
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Brimfield Evangelical Free Church
Website: www.simplegrace.org
Phone: 309-446-3571
Sunday, September 19
Event: Retirement Open House for Myfanwy Saunders
Type: ministry
Description: Join Peoria Rescue Ministries at a retirement open house in honor of Myfanwy Saunders.
Date: Sunday, September 19, 2010
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Esther House, 6847 N Allen Rd, Peoria, IL 61614
Website: www.peoriarescue.org
Phone: 676-6416 x1009
Event: Beth Moore Study: Believing God
Type: bible
Description: Ladies, as Beth Moore says, many of us believe IN God, but do we actually BELIEVE God? Join us on Sunday nights, Sept 19 through Nov 21, from 6:30 to 8:30, to learn the difference, and how you can strengthen your faith by doing more than believing in God -- to believing Him through what He has said in the Bible.
Additional Information: We will meet at the church at 6:30 for refreshments and conversation, then start the program at 7:00 with discussion on the previous week's 'homework.' After 30 minutes of discussion we'll transition into that week's video. As many of you know, Beth is an exceptionally dynamic speaker who will draw you into learning more about yourself, your faith, and most importantly, your God. The book will cost $20; the time and growth of your faith is free! Registration, which we prefer by Sept 12, is through the church, or you can contact Lisa Saunders at 822-0041 for more information.
Date: 09/19/2010
Registration Deadline: 09/12/2010
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: RiversEdge United Methodist Church
Phone: 822-0041
Saturday, September 25
Event: High Impact Methods of Teaching
Type: conference
Description: For All Sunday School Teachers & Small Group Leaders. You'll leave with practical ideas youʼll use the next time you teach, a 26-page training manual complete with a 6-day application plan tohelp you put the training into practice immediately, and A 60-minute audio CDthat overviews the entire training workshop so you can review often & easily.
Additional Information: Note: Special discounts on tuition cost if registered by 9/18. Also, special discounts for groups of five or more. Training materials and take-home follow-through resources are included with this training. For complete registration details and questions, contact bill@cadreministries.com—put “teacher” in subject line. Doors will open at 8:00am. Breakfast goodies & coffee will be available.
Date: 09/25/2010
Time: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Location: New Castle Bible Church, 17931 Dee-Mack Road, Mackinaw
Website: http://bit.ly/a6KuCl
Email: bill@cadreministries.com
Event: Recovery Walks! 2010
Type: other
Description: The Proctor Health Care Foundation and the Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery at Proctor Hospital are pleased to announce Recovery Walks! 2010. The Walk, to benefit the Ameel Rashid Scholarship for Addiction Recovery, will be held on Saturday, September 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the campus of Proctor Hospital. The Walk steps-off at 12:00 p.m. All proceeds from the Walk benefit the Ameel Rashid Scholarship for Addiction Recovery which helps individuals who are appropriate for treatment services at the IIAR but are unable to meet the financial requirements. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Entertainment featuring No Access, magician Gordon Snow, entertainer Danny Blakey; balloon creations with Terry Sherbeyn, face painting and an incredible silent auction. 12:00 p.m. Recovery Walks! 2010 steps-off. Morning and afternoon refreshments
Additional Information: For information about Recovery Walks! contact Laura Schoon at (309)693-0414
Date: 09/25/2010
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Proctor Hospital 5409 N Knoxville Ave Peoria
Website: www.addictionrecov.org
Phone: 309-693-0414
Event: Day of Blessing
Type: ministry
Description: A Day of Blessing, which is like a garage sale except EVERYTHING IS FREE, is being held by Tremont Baptist Church. During these tough economic times, we want to bless others with gently, used items that are in good, clean, working condition. A wide variety of items including clothes, shoes, knick-knacks, household/kitchen items, books, and more will be offered – all FREE of charge! A Day of Blessing, which is an annual event, will be held on Saturday, September 25th at Tremont Baptist Church, 105 E. Walnut Street in Tremont. Doors open promptly at 8 a.m., and the event goes until noon. In order to be fair, we cannot offer early give aways. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 309-925-5913.
Date: 09/25/2010
Time: 8:00am - Noon
Location: Tremont Baptist Church, 105 E. Walnut, Tremont, Illinois
Phone: 309-925-5913
Monday, September 27-29
Event: End Time Prophecy Revival
Type: church
Description: Mr. August Rosado will be speaking on End Time Prophecy on Sunday, September 26 at 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. He will also be speaking on September 27-29 at 7 p.m.
Date: 09/27/10 - 09/29/09
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Victory Baptist Church
Phone: 309-712-4777
Wednesday, October 2
Event: Women's Renewal "Real Life Real Joy!"
Type: conference
Description: "Real Life Real Joy! Fan The Flame" Come and join Hands of Love Ministry's Rachel West Kramer and D'Arcy Cashman for a wonderful day of worship, encouragement, teaching, special music and fellowship as we "Fan The Flame" together. This day is especially planned for you as a delightful get-away and an intentional time to encourage you in the Lord, equip you through His Word, and engage with sisters in Christ. Breakfast and lunch will be served. It's a day you won't want to miss!
Additional Information: Call 309-383-2828 to purchase tickets and for additional information. Group discounts available.
Date: 10/02/2010
Registration Deadline: 09/20/2010
Time: 8:30am to 3:00pm
Location: Embassy Suites Conference Center - East Peoria, IL
Website: www.handsoflove.org
Phone: 309-383-2828
Thursday, October 3
Event: Greater Vision
Type: concert
Description: Begins promptly at 7p.m.; there is no reserved seating, and all tickets for these concerts are sold in advance. Ticket price is $15.00 per person. For further information, call the church at 309-286-4901.
Date: 10/03/2010
Time: 7:00pm
Location: First Congregational Church, Toulon, IL
Phone: 309-286-4901
Thursday, October 28
Event: 8th Annual Celebrity Auction
Type: other
Description: annual fundraiser for a not-for-profit retirement home for seniors 55 years of age and older
Additional Information: Vacations, theatre, sports & restaurant gift certificates, celebrity dinners, golf packages, themed gift baskets, and much more up for bid.Come and enjoy delicious food and fellowship.
Date: 10/28/2010
Time: 5:00pm
Location: St. Augustine Manor 1301 N.E. Glendale Ave., Peoria, IL
Website: www.staugustinemanor.net
Phone: 309-674-7069
Friday, October 15-16
Event: Time To Rise Worship & Arts Conference with Laura
Type: conference
Description: October 15-16, 2010 Featuring Laura Story, Darrell Evans and Klaus. PLUS 15+ Equipping Speakers and 20+ Equipping Sessions for dancers, musicians, artists, photographers, ushers, AV techs, vocalists, writers, actors and more!
Additional Information: REGISTRATION Before September 15th, 2010 Individual $55.00, Group of 10+ $45.00. After September 15th, 2010 Individual $65.00, Group of 10+ $55.00
Date: 10/15/2010
Registration Deadline: 09/15/2010
Time: 1 1/2 day conference
Location: Victory Christian Center 18180 US Highway 150 Bloomington, IL 61705
Website: www.TimeToRiseConference.com
Phone: 309-663-7233
Saturday, October 16
Event: Northminster Presbyterian Church Craft Show
Type: other
Description: Northminster Presbyterian Church, 10720 N. Knoxville Avenue, Peoria,IL 61615, is having its annual craft show on Saturday, October 16 from 9-2:30 p.m. in the gymnasium and fellowship hall. Crafters from Peoria and surrounding areas will be selling their handmade crafts. There will also be a bake sale and lunch will be served.
Date: 10/16/2010
Time: 9:00am - 2:30pm
Location: 10720 N. Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61615
Website: www.northminster.us
Phone: 309-691-6322
Thursday, October 21
Event: Spread Truth Ministries Banquet
Type: other
Description: Spread Truth's mission is to provide innovative resources, training and experiences. This year Spread Truth Ministries Dinner Banquet keynote speaker is Dr. George Robinson, Associate Professor of Evangelism and Missions at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, NC.
Additional Information: Table Host - 8 seats - $275; Patron - 2 seats - $70
Date: 10/21/2010
Registration Deadline: 10/01/2010
Time: 6:00PM
Location: ISU Brown Ballroom, Bone Student Center, Normal
Website: www.spreadtruth.com/banquet
Phone: 309-452-3213
Saturday, October 30
Event: Women of Worship 2010 Prayer Breakfast
Type: prayer
Description: Prayer Breakfast featuring guest speaker Minister D'Antoinette L. Williams of Divine Guidance Bible Church, Los Angeles, CATheme: Falling in Love With Jesus...AgainRevelation 2:4,5Sponsored by:Women of Worship Higher Dimensions Praise & Worship ChurchR. W. Randle, Pastor
Additional Information: Ticket price $20
Date: 10/30/2010
Registration Deadline: October 23, 2010
Time: 10:00am - 12:00 noon
Location: Weaver Ridge Club House, 5100 Weaver Ridge Blvd., Peoria, IL 61615
Phone: 309-673-9594
Saturday, November 6
Event: Ivan Parker
Type: concert
Description: Begins promptly at 7p.m.; there is no reserved seating, and all tickets for these concerts are sold in advance. Ticket price is $15.00 per person. For further information, call the church at 309-286-4901.
Date: 11/06/2010
Time: 7:00pm
Location: First Congregational Church, Toulon, IL
Phone: 309-286-4901
Saturday, November 27
Event: A Christmas Celebration with Rachel West Kramer
Type: concert
Description: Christmas is the perfect time to start a new tradition! Hands of Love Ministry would like to invite you to a concert celebrating our Saviors birth! One of the Midwests premiere Christian vocalists, Rachel West Kramer, will be in concert with Jairo Arvizu at Five Points Washington in Washington, IL on Saturday, November 27th.
Additional Information: Call 309-383-2828 to purchase tickets or for additional information. Group discounts are available.
Date: 11/27/2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Caterpillar Performing Arts Five Points Washington
Website: www.handsoflove.org
Phone: 309-383-2828
Friday, December 10
Event: A Christmas Celebration with Rachel West Kramer
Type: concert
Description: Christmas is the perfect time to start a new tradition! Hands of Love Ministry would like to invite you to a concert celebrating our Saviors birth! One of the Midwests premiere Christian vocalists, Rachel West Kramer, will be in concert with Jairo Arvizu at the Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg, IL on December 10th.
Additional Information: Call 309-383-2828 to purchase tickets or for additional information. Group discounts are available.
Date: 12/10/2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg, IL
Website: www.handsoflove.org
Phone: 309-383-2828
Saturday, December 11
Event: A Christmas Celebration with Rachel West Kramer
Type: concert
Description: Christmas is the perfect time to start a new tradition! Hands of Love Ministry would like to invite you to a concert celebrating our Saviors birth! One of the Midwests premiere Christian vocalists, Rachel West Kramer, will be in concert with Jairo Arvizu at the Lincoln Square Theatre in Decatur, IL on December 11th.
Additional Information: Call 309-383-2828 to purchase tickets or for additional information. Group discounts are available.
Date: 12/11/2010
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Location: Lincoln Square Theatre in Decatur, IL
Website: www.handsoflove.org
Phone: 309-383-2828
Monday, February 14-19 2011
Event: Southern Gospel Music Cruise
Type: other
Description: Join host Pastor Frank Noyes for the 37th Annual Singing at Sea sailing from Jacksonville, FL to the Bahamas. Cruise with some of your favorite southern gospel groups on a grand cruise vacation with Legacy Five, Greater Vision, Jeff & Sheri Easter, Tribute Quartet, Squire Parson, Geraldine & Ricky, and many others.
Additional Information: Cabins are nearly sold out. Contact Pastor Frank Noyes for brochure and full details
Date: February 14-19, 2011
Registration Deadline: ASAP
Time: Noon on Feb. 14th - 8:00 a.m. Sat, Feb. 19, 2011
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Email: jcn8899@yahoo.com
Phone: 309-346-7791
On-going Events
Event: GriefShare
Type: ministry
Description: Griefshare is a weekly support group for those who have lost a loved one or friend to death. It is open to all whether the death was just weeks ago, or several years ago and you are still struggling with the loss. You will meet with other individuals who understand the pain and heartache that you are experiencing.
Additional Information: No charge other than a one time fee for their workbook. Please contact the church office 692-1755 or the Facilitator 579-2408, so we can have things ready for you.
Date: begins Aug 31, 2010-
Time: 6:15 pm --meets each Tuesday
Location: Bethany Baptist Church 7422 Heinz Ln, 1.5 mi west of Grand Prairie Mall
Website: www.GriefShare.org or Bethanycentral.org/ministries/griefshare
Phone: 309-579-2408
Event: Prisoner Support Group (Inaugural meeting)
Type: ministry
Description: A support group for family and friends of individuals in prison will be meetings Saturday mornings. This will be an opportunity to discover how to better cope with the issues you deal with because of having a loved one behind bars.
Date: Saturday mornings (beginning March 6)
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: OSF Medical Center at Ft. Jesse Rd, 2200 F Jesse
Rd., Normal, IL (enter main entrance to Medical Center. Someone will be t the entrance to direct you to the Wes Becker Conference Room located on the 1st floor. Handicap accessible. Please no children under 16 years of age)
Phone: 309-827-7919 or email: joycarecenter@yahoo.com
Event: Little Is Much Ministries
Type: ministry
Description: The purpose of this ministry is to share that change is possible when letting Jesus become the Lord of your life. Having frequent meetings is two fold, to pray for their loved ones who are living a gay life, and to help family and friends know they are not alone in their walk.
Date: 2nd & 4th Thursdays
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Peoria Dream Center, 714 Hamilton Blvd, Peoria (on main floor)
Website: www.peoriaoutreachcenter.org
Phone: 309-264-2938 or Email flob1knobe@yahoo.com
Event: Divorce Support/Recovery Group
Type: ministry
Description: Divorce recovery group
Dates: Tuesdays, January 19, 2010 thru April 13, 2010
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Wesley United Methodist Church (in the Chapel), 502 E. Front, Bloomington, IL
Contact: 309-846-2455
Event: Hosting high school exchange students
Type: ministry
Description: In search of families that are willing to open their homes to host a high school exchange student for this coming school year. This is an awesome ministry. You can first hand bring the mission field to you. For more information about the program and to see pictures and read bios of the students needing homes you may contact me. It is best to choose sooner. I will need to contact the schools to make sure they will allow students in their school. In most cases it is limited to a few students. Don't pass up this opportunity to share the gospel and hopefully see your student get saved.
Date: July 3, 2010 - Sept. 2010
Time: 24 hrs
Location: your home
Website: email- karen_sonja@juno.com
Phone: 309-682-3583
Event: DivorceCare Support Group
Type: other
Description: DivorceCare support group begins Monday Aug. 23, 2010. Does not meet Sept. 6, 2010, ends Monday Nov. 22, 2010. Don't go through divorce alone. Whether separated or the divorce is final, find hope and healing at DivorceCare. DVD, workbook and dicussion. Child care available upon request. Find hope and healing in DivorceCare! For more info check out church webpage at www.bethellutheranmorton.com Pre-registration is strongly recommended.
Additional Information: There is no fee. Love offerings accepted to pay it forward for workbook costs. Casual dress
Date: 08/23/2010
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Bethel Lutheran Ministries, 425 N. Missouri Ave., Morton, IL 61550
Website: www.bethellutheranmorton.com
Phone: 309-263-2417
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