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JAMES AND SUZANNAH'S WEDDING

October, 2008 in Peoria
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Ceremony: St. Thomas the Apostle
Reception: Packard Plaza

Bar:

Club Cabaret

1047 N Main St
Creve Coeur, IL 61610, US
309-699-2053

"Gentlemen's Club (Exotic Adult Entertainment) offering limo service, wine, cigar, and caviar bar. Featuring $1.00 shoe shines, full service beauty salon with tanning booths, "Las Vegas" style billard parlor, and an extensive menu including aged steaks, seafood, and pasta."

Bar:

Kelleher's Irish Pub

619 SW Water St
Peoria, IL 61602, US
(309) 673-6000

"Featuring American & Irish fare & 15 beers on tap, Kelleher's is a unique place to meet for lunch, dinner and drinks."

Bar:

Richard's On Main

311 Main St
Peoria, IL 61602, US
(309) 674-8007

"Cheers-like Bar and grille, featuring great food including handcut steaks until 4 a.m. Free internet access and the place for conversation and libation."

Bar:

World Famous Big Al's Speakeasy

519 Main St
Peoria, IL 61602, US

"Finest in adult entertainment. Full food & drink menu."

Park:

Forest Park Nature Center

5809 N Forest Park Dr
Peoria, IL 61614, US

"500 acre Illinois Nature Preserve offering 7 miles of hiking trails ranging from rigorous uphill courses to flatter, less strenuous paths. The center also features a natural history museum, spacious bird watching room, nature hikes, guided walks and a nature store."

Park:

Glen Oak Park

2218 N Prospect Rd
Peoria, IL, USA

"The rolling hills and extensive fields of this 117-acres park offers baseball diamonds, 7 rubico tennis courts, 10 hard tennis courts (4 lighted), shuffleboard courts, fishing lagoon, Tricentennial Playground and 2 other playgrounds, picnic shelters. The park is also home to the Peoria Park District Administrative offices, Luthy Botanical Garden, Glen Oak Zoo and the Glen Oak Amphitheater."

Park:

Wildlife Prairie Park

3826 N Taylor Rd
Hanna City, IL, USA

"10 miles West of Peoria, via I-74 exit 82. Discover the animals that called Illinois home during the pioneer days. This unique 2,000 acre zoological park is home to wolves, bison, black bear, cougar, and much more. Food, lodging, gifts."

Winery:

Furrow Winery

1131 State Route 251
El Paso, IL, USA
866-880-WINE

"Established in 2001, The Furrow Vineyard & Winery brought to Central Illinois its first winery. Located on a crest of the family property is a fully operational wine making facility and specialty shop."

Winery:

Mackinaw Valley Vineyard

33633 State Route 9
Mackinaw, IL, USA
309-359-9463

"Experience a bit of Napa Valley in Central Illinois. Visit the winery, tasting room and gift shop. Enjoy the panoramic view available for weddings, receptions and meetings."

Shopping:

Metro Centre

4700 N University St
Peoria, IL, USA

Shopping:

Northwoods Mall

2200 W War Memorial Dr
Peoria, IL 61614, US

Shopping:

Shoppes at Grand Prairie The

5201 W War Memorial Dr
Peoria, IL, USA

"Shoppes at Grand Prairie – a vibrant open-air lifestyle center in Peoria, Illinois - is the premier dining and shopping destination for the region rivaling the upscale malls typically found in larger cities. Shoppes features an exciting blend of retailers and restaurants such as Coldwater Creek, J Jill, Chico’s, Ann Taylor Loft, White House Black Market, Cache, Eddie Bauer, Jos A Bank, Bombay, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, Flat Top Grill, Bar Louie along with our anchor stores – Bergner’s, Linens-n-Things, Borders, and Dick’s. The center is highlighted by an inviting, lushly landscaped outdoor environment that features animal sculptures throughout the center, the nationally acclaimed Holocaust Memorial Button exhibit filled with 11 million buttons, the Caterpillar children’s play area, and week-end entertainment."

Ceremony:

St. Thomas the Apostle

4229 N Monroe Ave
Peoria Heights, IL, USA

Reception:

Packard Plaza

211 SW Adams St
Peoria, IL 61602, US
(309) 636-6169

Hotel:

Hampton Inn

11 Winners Way
East Peoria, IL 61611, US
(309) 694-0711

Hotel:

Holiday Inn Express

300 Eastlight Ct
East Peoria, IL 61611, US
(309) 694-4959

Hotel:

Holiday Inn Peoria-City Centre

500 Hamilton Blvd.
Peoria, Illinois, USA
(309) 674-2500

Hotel:

Mark Twain Hotel

225 NE Adams St
Peoria, IL 61602, US
(309) 676-3600

Hotel:

Stoney Creek Inn

101 Mariners Way
East Peoria, IL 61611, US
(309) 694-1300

Restaurant:

Alexander's Steakhouse

100 Alexander Ave
Peoria, IL 61603, US
309-688-0404

"American cuisine. Quite possibly Illinois' finest steakhouse, unquestionably Peoria's most unique dining experience, featuring aged steaks, roasted chicken, fresh seafood, and BBQ ribs. Full bar, and river view. Banquet facilites available."

Restaurant:

Avanti's Italian Ristorante

2320 E Washington St
East Peoria, IL 61611, US

"Casual Italian dining with carry out and delivery. Banquet room and catering services available."

Restaurant:

Basta at Eastport

2517 N Main St
East Peoria, IL 61611, US

"Popular Italian cuisine in an intimate cozy atmosphere. Basta Mangiare Eastport "in front of Stoney Creek," is sure to please the most sophisticated palate at a reasonable price."

Restaurant:

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar

833 W Camp St
East Peoria, IL 61611, US

"Full service sports themed restaurant. Featuring 12 signature wing sauces, salads, sandwiches and appetizers. Offering interactive trivia and 42 televisions, plasma and big screen."

Restaurant:

Carl's Bakery & Restaurant

819 E Camp St
East Peoria, IL, USA

"Outside of Carl's Bakery in East Peoria, is a 10 ft. tall rooster in a top hat. Although the bakery is usually not open, the rooster is easily seen anytime."

Restaurant:

Jonah's Seafood House & 2601 Oyster Bar

2601 N Main St
East Peoria, IL 61611, US

"A large versatile menu with a specialty to seafood moderately priced with daily specials and a children's menu. The best view around also has banquet rooms for all occasions. Area's only authentic oyster bar."

Restaurant:

One World Eats & Drinks

1245 W Main St
Peoria, IL, USA

"Offering a constantly-evolving, eclectic menu with new and exciting dishes, in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere."

Restaurant:

River Station

212 SW Water St
Peoria, IL 61602, US

"For more than 100 years the River Station has been a Peoria landmark and for many years, the place to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries or special dinners. We take great pride in providing you with the highest quality of food, exceptional service and the best riverfront views."

Restaurant:

Rizzi's on State

112 State St
Peoria, IL 61602, US

"Fine Italian dining in upscale atmosphere featuring traditional northern and southern Italian entrees cooked to order. Extensive wine list available, along with a full bar. Located in the downtown, riverfront area with free valet parking. Enjoy our patio dining when weather permits. Private party room available."

Restaurant:

Steak 'N Shake

1150 W Washington St
East Peoria, IL 61611, US

Restaurant:

Texas Roadhouse

600 Riverside
East Peoria, IL, USA

Entertainment:

inPlay

316 SW Washington St
Peoria, IL 61602, US
309-676-1000

"inPlay, the Ultimate Entertainment Complex, featuring over 100 virtual reality games, inZone Sports Bar serving lunch and dinner, and the Forte Banquet & Conference Center in the Maxam Building."

Entertainment:

Mt. Hawley Bowl And Castle Golf

8200 N Hale Ave
Peoria, IL 61615, US
309-692-7555

"Family entertainment: Bowl in 24 automatic scoring lane facility with snack bar, coctail lounge and arcade. Play miniature golf on 18 holes with waterfalls, sand traps and a 30 foot castle."

Entertainment:

Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino

21 Blackjack Blvd
East Peoria, IL, USA

"Must be 21 to board Casino. Valid picture ID required. Step into 35,000 square feet of plush casino space and hear the excitement! Over 1100 slot and video poker machines, Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, Roulette, Craps and Three Card Poker. It is a playground full of choices. Featuring ticket-in/ticket-out. Open daily 10 a.m. to 6 a.m."

Entertainment:

Rave Motion Pictures

5311 W American Prairie Dr
Peoria, IL 61615, US

"DLP - Digital Cinema in select Auditoriums REAL D - The Premier Digital 3D Experience True Stadium seating in all Auditoriums 18in. Stadium Risers Innovative Digital Sound Systems 48 Inches of Leg Room between each row"

Entertainment:

Willow Knolls 14 Theater

4100 W Willow Knolls Dr
Peoria, IL 61615, US

"State-of-the-art 14-screen movie theater featuring stadium seating, all digital sound and incredible Tempur-Pedic rocking chairs with retractable cup holders."

Attraction:

CityLink

2105 NE Jefferson Ave
Peoria, IL 61603, US
309-676-4040

"Enjoy a trip back in time down Peoria streets that will provide you a better understanding of Peoria's illustrious past. With narration provided by trained guides of the Peoria Historical Society, GP Transit's historic Peoria Trolley will take you to a number of fascinating locations throughout the community."

Attraction:

Contemporary Art Center of Peoria

305 SW Water St
Peoria, IL 61602, US
309-674-6822

"Peoria's cultural hub featuring art exhibitions, artist studios, art instruction, comedy improv, poetry nights, yoga and tai chi classes, jazz and blues performances. The Contemporary Art Center exhibits the work of living artists at the forefront of their fields. About 20 resident artists are constantly creating art on-site as well as prolific artist and co-founder Preston Jackson continues to maintain his sculpture and painting studio."

Attraction:

John C. Flanagan House

942 NE Glen Oak Ave
Peoria, IL 61603, US
309-674-0322

"American Federalist-style home built circa 1837 by John Flanagan. The home is the oldest standing residence in Peoria and is on the National Register for Historic Places. The museum is open for tours Wednesday-Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Charges are $4 for adult, $2 for children. For information, call 309-674-0322."

Attraction:

Lakeview Museum of Arts and Sciences

1125 W Lake Ave
Peoria, IL 61614, US
309-686-7000

"The largest private downstate museum features art & science exhibitions, children’s Discovery Center, Planetarium, Illinois Folk Art Gallery, Illinois River Decoy and Illinois Jacquard Coverlet exhibitions, the Museum Store, and more. Tues, Thurs, Fri, and Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m, Wed open from 10am - 8pm, Sun 12p.m. - 5 p.m. Members Free, Adults $5, Seniors and Students from ages 4-17 are $3."

Attraction:

Plaza Tire

800 SW Washington St
Peoria, IL 61602, US

"Home to one of the last standing giant Uniroyal Gals. No trip to Peoria is completely without taking a tour through a terrible neighborhood to see this piece of Americana."

Attraction:

River Trail of Illinois

Veterans Dr
East Peoria, IL 61611, US

"Hiking and biking trail which is approximately 5 miles long."

Attraction:

Tanners Orchard

740 State Route 40
Speer, IL 61479-9515, US
(309) 493-5442

"Central Illinois' most unique farm market. Wagon rides, playground, corn maze, farm animals, Apple Express train. Farm market filled with unique gifts, fresh produce and specialty foods such as jams, salsas, soups, etc. The large bakery provides an assortment of fresh baked goods and a great lunch on weekdays. Lunch served on weekends in September and October from The Old Market Eatery."

Attraction:

Wheels O' Time Museum

11923 N Knoxville Ave
Dunlap, IL 61525, US

"Located 8 miles north of downtown Peoria on route 40. Displays of vintage and classic autos, gas engines, fire engines, airplanes, tractors, musical instruments, juke boxes, toys, dolls, animated miniature circus, and many "hands-on" displays. Open May-October, Wednesday-Sunday, Noon-5 p.m."

Attraction:

WHOI

500 N Stewart St
Creve Coeur, IL 61610, US

"WHOI-TV. Jim's work."

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