Join us for a luncheon featuring keynote speaker Dan Seals, Asst. Director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Development Opportunity. You'll also hear a lively panel discussion on the marriage of public and private sectors featuring Mayor of Peoria Jim Ardis, Mayor of East Peoria Dave Mingus, Diane Cullinan Oberhelman of Cullinan Properties, Jason Westrope of DMA Associates, and Les Cohen of Cohen Development Company. For more information, go to www.icsc.org.
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 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.
