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  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Peoria broadcaster, fitness professional and Peoria Civic Center Authority Board Vice Chair Yvonne Greer. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “YVONNE GREER’S GUIDE TO PEORIA” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Yvonne Greer, motivational speaker, media personality and personal trainer.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Yvonne Greer’s guide to arts and culture in Greater Peoria
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois turns the tables on longtime Peoria broadcaster, fitness professional and Peoria Civic Center Authority Board Vice Chair Yvonne Greer to discover some of her favorite ways to experience central Illinois. From live music and the Peoria Art Guild's Fine Art Fair, to performances at the Peoria Civic Center and walks along the Rock Island Trail, Greer shares the places and experiences that keep her connected to the community.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Peoria broadcaster, fitness professional and Peoria Civic Center Authority Board Vice Chair Yvonne Greer. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “YVONNE GREER’S GUIDE TO PEORIA” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Yvonne Greer, motivational speaker, media personality and personal trainer.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
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    Yvonne Greer’s guide to arts and culture in Greater Peoria
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois turns the tables on longtime Peoria broadcaster, fitness professional and Peoria Civic Center Authority Board Vice Chair Yvonne Greer to discover some of her favorite ways to experience central Illinois. From live music and the Peoria Art Guild's Fine Art Fair, to performances at the Peoria Civic Center and walks along the Rock Island Trail, Greer shares the places and experiences that keep her connected to the community.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Rick Blanco, founder of Casablanco Creative. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “UNDER THE BLOOD MOON” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Rick Blanco, Casablanco Creative.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Casablanco Creative presents Blood Moon Oct. 15-31 in Downtown Peoria
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Rick Blanco, founder of Casablanco Creative, about Blood Moon, an immersive vampire-themed experience transforming Obed & Isaac’s in Downtown Peoria throughout October.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Rick Blanco, founder of Casablanco Creative. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “UNDER THE BLOOD MOON” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Rick Blanco, Casablanco Creative.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Local News
    Casablanco Creative presents Blood Moon Oct. 15-31 in Downtown Peoria
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Rick Blanco, founder of Casablanco Creative, about Blood Moon, an immersive vampire-themed experience transforming Obed & Isaac’s in Downtown Peoria throughout October.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Jake Van Hoorn, director of the Peoria Players Theatre’s production of Dracula. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “DRACULA BITES INTO PEORIA” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Jake Van Hoorn, Peoria Players Theatre.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Peoria Players Theatre presents 'Dracula' on stage Oct. 9-11 and 15-18
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks to Director Jake Van Hoorn about Dracula, on stage Oct. 9-11 and 15-18 at Peoria Players Theatre. In this Steven Dietz adaptation, the play stays close to Bram Stoker’s original novel. Dracula is presented as a charismatic but terrifying predator, embracing some of the darker material often omitted from other versions.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Jake Van Hoorn, director of the Peoria Players Theatre’s production of Dracula. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “DRACULA BITES INTO PEORIA” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Jake Van Hoorn, Peoria Players Theatre.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Local News
    Peoria Players Theatre presents 'Dracula' on stage Oct. 9-11 and 15-18
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks to Director Jake Van Hoorn about Dracula, on stage Oct. 9-11 and 15-18 at Peoria Players Theatre. In this Steven Dietz adaptation, the play stays close to Bram Stoker’s original novel. Dracula is presented as a charismatic but terrifying predator, embracing some of the darker material often omitted from other versions.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Kathryn McBride, manager of Peoria Public Library’s McClure Branch. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “BLOCK PARTY FOR PEORIA READS” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Kathryn McBride, Peoria Public Library.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Peoria Reads celebrates 25 years with block party
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Kathryn McBride of Peoria Public Library about the 25th anniversary of Peoria Reads and its Oct. 10 Block Party at Columbia Park. Inspired by this year’s selection, Angeline Boulley’s book "Warrior Girl Unearthed," the free and family-friendly celebration brings the book’s exploration of Indigenous history, identity, and culture into the community through speakers, food demonstrations and tastings, artists, vendors, food trucks and activities for all ages.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Kathryn McBride, manager of Peoria Public Library’s McClure Branch. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “BLOCK PARTY FOR PEORIA READS” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Kathryn McBride, Peoria Public Library.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    Local News
    Peoria Reads celebrates 25 years with block party
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Kathryn McBride of Peoria Public Library about the 25th anniversary of Peoria Reads and its Oct. 10 Block Party at Columbia Park. Inspired by this year’s selection, Angeline Boulley’s book "Warrior Girl Unearthed," the free and family-friendly celebration brings the book’s exploration of Indigenous history, identity, and culture into the community through speakers, food demonstrations and tastings, artists, vendors, food trucks and activities for all ages.
  • Joseph Petarde: Maestro of Stone is on view October 1 through 28 at Peoria Public Library’s Main Library. An opening celebration will be held October 3 from 1-3 PM, a date the City of Peoria is also proclaiming Joseph Petarde Day.
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    Photo exhibit explores Peoria's 'forgotten sculptor' Joseph Petarde
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Elizabeth Klise, executive director of the Peoria Historical Society, about a new exhibition entitled "Joseph Petarde: Maestro of Stone," on view Oct. 1-28 at Peoria Public Library’s Main Library.
  • The image features a photo of this episode’s guest: Megan Scott, executive director of the Peoria Art Guild. The image features an all-capitalized text headline that reads “ART TAKES THE RIVERFRONT” with an underlying smaller text that reads “featuring Megan Scott, Peoria Art Guild.” The graphic artwork also features an icon of the podcast’s sponsor PNC Bank in the center with the WCBU and NPR logos in the left-hand corner. In the bottom right-hand corner are icons of the various podcast platforms where the Out and About podcast can be streamed/downloaded including Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Podcasts. In the bottom left-hand corner is Out and About spelled out in large, white graphic letters.
    64th annual Fine Art Fair returns Sept. 26 and 27 to the Peoria Riverfront
    Mae Gilliland Wright
    On this week's episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Megan Scott, executive director of the Peoria Art Guild, about the 64th annual Fine Art Fair, returning Sept. 26 and 27 to the Peoria Riverfront. More than 100 artists from 13 states and three countries will showcase painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, printmaking, glass, and more, alongside local emerging artists.