The 27th Annual Duck Race to benefit the Center for Prevention of Abuse is now less than two weeks away. Have you bought your ducks yet? You can by visiting our Duck Race website: www.DuckRacePeoria.com . The Center for Prevention of Abuse Duck Race is the longest running duck race in the country. It goes to support all of the programs and services offered at The Center to help victims of violence and abuse. Those services include helping victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual abuse and elder abuse. The elder abuse program also offers services to adults with disabilities who are abuse victims. The Center also offers Prevention Education. The goal of the prevention educators is to teach children, families and professional staff about things to look for to prevent or stop the various forms of abuse. This includes classes about building healthy relationships, preventing teen dating violence and anti-bullying. The Prevention program partners with over 100 schools and agencies to keep children safe. The generous sponsors of the Duck Race make it possible for every dollar raised by duck sales to go directly to the great programs at The Center. The grand prize for this year?s race is $5,000. There are also many other great prizes. Ducks are $5 each and can be purchased at www.DuckRacePeoria.com. Please buy some ducks and join us on August 29 at Eastside Centre in East Peoria for an afternoon of fun activities. Race A Duck?Stop Abuse!
Take a walk through Washington Park and enjoy a story as you stroll! Beginning at the parking lot located on the Lincoln Grade School side of Washington Park, follow the sidewalk to read a story. This two-month session’s book is There Was a Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow by Lucille Colandro..
Washington Winter Walkabout – February 1-28
Bundle up and join us for the 2nd Annual Washington Winter Walkabout, hosted by the Washington Chamber of Commerce! This month-long, town-wide scavenger hunt runs all February and invites community members to explore Washington while supporting local businesses along the way. More information www.washingtonilcoc.com/washington-winter-walkabout
Animal Rescue Giving Tree at Washington District Library – Sunnyland Branch
Help the Tazewell County Animal Shelter stock their shelves and provide newly adopted animals with the essentials they need. Beginning February 1, 2026, select ornaments with items to donate, purchase the items, and bring them back to the Sunnyland Branch by March 10th.
