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Out and About in Greater Peoria: 'The Secret Garden,' 2nd Saturday Market and traditional Irish music

Here are 3 things to do for the weekend of March 8 through March 10, 2024, curated by WCBU's Meagan Ruger-Smith. You can find more coverage on our Out & About - Arts & Music page or by subscribing to WCBU's Weekend Fanfare email newsletter, which goes out every Friday.

Luthy Botanical Garden's annual lily show: This weekend, take a walk through "The Secret Garden" at Luthy Botanical Garden. The annual lily show is displayed in a tropical conservatory. The show is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.

Shop local in Chillicothe: On Saturday, get a look at what Chillicothe's businesses have to offer during the 2nd Saturday Market. The citywide event includes businesses of 4th, 2nd Cedar and Santa Fe Streets. It runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Get ready for St. Patrick's Day: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day early with a symphony concert featuring beloved Irish songs. Erin's Isle in Concert at Illinois Central College will take listeners on a musical journey through Ireland's cultural heritage. The concert goes from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, and tickets are $15.

Meagan Ruger-Smith is a sophomore sports communication major at Bradley University, with minors in ethics and journalism. Meagan joined WCBU in 2023.