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  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Alissa Williams, Director of the Morton Public Library. The image has the quote “GROOVE RETURNS TO MORTON”, with a graphic that represents the event. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Morton Public Library's Groove in the Garden Concert Series returns
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Alissa Williams of the Morton Public Library about the return of the library’s popular Groove in the Garden Concert Series.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest, Diane Hahn, co-founder of Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. The image has the quote “SUMMER STARTS AT MACKINAW”, with a graphic that represents the vineyard. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Mackinaw Music International Wine and Craft Beer Festival
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Diane Hahn, co-founder of Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, about the upcoming Mackinaw Music, International Wine, and Craft Beer Festival taking place Memorial Day weekend. The two-day event features live music, local food vendors, and the chance to sample wines and craft beers from around the world.
  • The image features a photo of Diana Klein, Executive Director of the Wheels O’ Time Museum. The image has the quote “ALL ABOARD: OPENING DAY”, with a graphic icon to promote the event that reads Wheels O’ Time Museum. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Wheels O’ Time Museum celebrates transportation history
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Diana Klein, executive director of the Wheels O’ Time Museum, about the museum’s 2026 season opening on May 1 and a full lineup of events celebrating transportation history through hands-on experiences.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Marc Supreme of Strictly Hip Hop 90.7 FM. The image has the quote “JUNETEENTH ON THE RIVERFRONT”, with a graphic of the Juneteenth Fest magazine cover art. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    YANI Collective Juneteenth Fest set for June 13 on Peoria Riverfront
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Marc Supreme of Strictly Hip Hop 90.7 FM about this year’s YANI Collective Juneteenth Fest taking place June 13 at the Peoria Riverfront.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Chanel Hargrave-Murray, Supervisor of Community Connections for the Peoria Park District. The image has the quote “JUBILEE DAY CELEBRATIONS”, with a graphic of the Juneteenth celebration taking place June 19, 2026 on the Peoria Riverfront. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Jubilee Day: A Juneteenth Celebration
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Chanel Hargrave-Murray of the Peoria Park District about Jubilee Day: A Juneteenth Celebration, taking place June 19 on the Peoria RiverFront. The free community event blends live entertainment, cultural experiences, family activities, food vendors, storytelling, an Ancestor Tree Activation Station and much more. The evening concludes with a special Juneteenth-themed drone show over the riverfront.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest, social realist painter Robert Ketchens. The image has the quote “THE POWER OF SOCIAL REALISM”, with a graphic icon to promote the artist’s work. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Robert Ketchens feature exhibition at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with social realist painter Robert Ketchens about his current exhibition at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria. On view through June 20 in Gallery 3R, Ketchens’ work uses bold color and symbolism to explore the complexities of the African diaspora and themes of dignity, memory, and humanity. The exhibition will culminate in the CAC’s Juneteenth Celebration, where Ketchens will speak about his work, with a combined art reception on May 16.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Nikki Wheeler, Special Events Assistant at Five Points Washington. The image has the quote “CREATING COMMUNITY THROUGH ART”, with a graphic advertising the art fair that is taking place June 20, 2026 from 10 am to 5 pm at Five Points Washington. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Five Points Washington’s Community Art Fair
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Nikki Wheeler, special events assistant at Five Points Washington, about the upcoming Community Art Fair on June 20. This curated outdoor event brings together regional artists, live music and hands-on art activities for children in a welcoming, community-centered setting.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Emily Huff who’s promoting the new West Peoria Farmers Market. The image has the quote “NEW COMMUNITY MARKER”, with a graphic advertising the new event. As always, the graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be heard.
    Introducing the new West Peoria Farmers Market
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Emily Huff about the new West Peoria Farmers Market, held every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Franciscan Recreation Complex.
  • Gratus Choral Ensemble presents The Lost Birds
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Cory Boulton of Bradley University about The Lost Birds, a powerful choral work presented by the Gratus Choral Ensemble on July 26 at First Federated Church at 4 p.m.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest Jake Bowers. Jake is the interim president of Peoria Proud. The image has the quote “PRIDE THROUGH THE ARTS”, with a rainbow colored graphic that reads River City Pride Peoria, IL. The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank as well as various podcast platform’s icons where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded.
    River City Pride Festival adds Artist Row for July 18 event
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Jake Bowers of Peoria Proud about this year’s River City Pride Festival on July 18 at the Peoria RiverFront. The free festival features live entertainment, community organizations, interactive art, food vendors, educational programming and a new Artist Row showcasing local creatives.
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