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The Pekin Hometown Voice

In-Print May 2024

Adventure Begins at Your Library

Apr 29, 2024 01:47PM ● By Emily Lambe, Public Information and Programming Manager

As the school year comes to a close, many parents worry about how to keep their children engaged and learning during the summer months.

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i-SIGMA Board of Directors Election

Apr 29, 2024 01:46PM

AAA Certified Confidential Security Corp is thrilled to announce the election of Heather Fitzanko, CSDS to serve as Director on the i-SIGMA Board of Directors!

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United Way Day of Action 2024 Kickoff Event: Free Job Seekers Workshop

Apr 29, 2024 01:45PM

On June 21st, 2024, the United Way of Pekin, in partnership with the Pekin Public Library, invites you to a transformative morning aimed at empowering job seekers.

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Little Feet, Big Dreams

Apr 29, 2024 01:44PM

Have you seen a child in your neighborhood wearing painted shoes? If so, that would most likely be from us at Little Feet, Big Dreams, NFP Inc.

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Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce - May 2024

Apr 29, 2024 01:43PM

Our busy season has arrived! What a joy is it to host our community’s two largest events each year – the 4th of July Honor America Celebration and Fireworks and the Pekin Marigold Festival!

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Obituary – Michael Kent Arnett

Apr 29, 2024 01:41PM

Michael departed this world March 15, 2024 in Chattanooga, TN. He was 82. Mike lived a life marked by love and hard work.

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Dancing & Singing for the Pekin Community Since 1953!

Apr 29, 2024 01:40PM

You might say it began with one man’s dream. Legendary Pekin High School Choral Director Harry Langley organized the Pekin Orchestra and Choral Society in 1953, with dreams of it becoming a successful adult music group.

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Empowering the Next Generation, An Inspiring Mission

Apr 29, 2024 01:38PM

The Inspired Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders by offering opportunities for personal and professional growth that may otherwise be out of reach.

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Five Year Fest Celebrates Local Authors

Apr 29, 2024 01:38PM

TAiLS of a Bookworm, a non-profit Pekin bookstore, announces its Five-Year Fest to celebrate its fifth anniversary on Saturday, May 11 from 10am until 5pm.

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Next Stop Thrift Shop!

Apr 29, 2024 01:37PM

The Pekin Park District Miller Center is taking the 50+ community thrifting around Central Illinois. Participants on the “Next Stop Thrift Shop” trips travel once a month to second-hand stores in search of good deals.

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