Name:
An American Family Christmas
Date:
December 19, 2025 - December 21, 2025
Event Description:
Join the Peoria Area Civic Chorale, for our new Artistic Director and Conductor Dr. Joshua Russell’s first An American Family Christmas production December 19-21! Hear modern arrangements of favorite carols such as “How Great Our Joy,” “Ding Dong Merrily on High,” “Go Tell It on the Mountain” and “Silent Night” as well as exciting arrangements of “Jingle Bells,” “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and “Man with the Bag.” From beautiful a capella to swinging jazz, there is something for audience members of all ages to enjoy. Guests will include the Peoria Area Civic Chorale Youth Chorus, a Junior High Festival Chorus on Friday night only, and a Young Artist Competition teen soloist winner at each performance. Santa and Mrs. Claus will also make a special appearance. A cake reception sponsored by Trefzger’s Bakery will follow Friday and Saturday’s performances. Get into the Yuletide spirit with us! It just isn’t Christmas until you’ve experienced the Peoria Area Civic Chorale’s An American Family Christmas!
Ongoing Programs & Features
StoryWalk in Washington Park
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 Love Monster by Rachel Bright.
FoWL Booksale Donations
Looking for something to do this weekend? How about spring cleaning your bookshelves!
Friends of Washington District Library is accepting book, DVD, and CD donations for our Spring Booksale. Donations will be accepted March 30 – April 12 during open hours at the Main Library.
Save the date for the Spring Booksale: April 17 @ 1:00 PM – April 21
