From 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, browse handpicked summer reads at our pop-up book booth, hosted by Cheryl Langley, Manager of The Book Nook—the largest used bookstore in Peoria, with 140,000+ books in stock.

For this event, Cheryl will bring a curated collection of romance and mystery books set around summer and the beach—perfect for lighthearted reading with a touch of suspense!

Starting at 12:30 PM, our featured performer, Barry Cloyd, will bring Sandburg’s legacy to life through music, poetry, and storytelling.

Barry has developed a deep fascination with Sandburg—not just as a poet, but also as a musician and folk musicologist. His program, Carl Sandburg: Poet of the People, weaves together:

• Sandburg’s stunning free verse poetry and prose

• Stories of Abraham Lincoln, drawn from Sandburg’s acclaimed biographies

• Traditional American folk songs that Sandburg helped preserve

• Barry’s original compositions inspired by Sandburg’s themes

This unique performance will entertain, educate, and provide a deeper insight into Sandburg's vision of America, its people, and its history.

Time:  Lunch Served at 11:30 AM, lecture begins at 12:30 pm

Location:  Peoria Women’s Club, 301 NE Madison St, Peoria, IL

Registration closes on June 16th!

Program Cost: $22.00

Caterer:  Country Side Banquet and Catering

 Menu:

 Assorted Tea Sandwiches

               Meat Option:  Chicken salad and ham & cheese.

              Veggie Option:  Vegetarian Wrap

 Strawberry Field Salad – Mixed Greens, walnuts, crasins, red onion, feta cheese, strawberries

                   Dressing:  Raspberry Vinaigrette

Charcuterie Tray Large

Dessert: Sandies (Sand Dollar) Shortbread Cookies, Pecan

For more details on upcoming events, contact Connie Knoblauch at 309-231-0250.