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Illinois Central College (ICC) is a community college located in the greater Peoria area. The college opened its doors 1967 to more than 2,000 students. Today the college annually serves more than 13,000 students and offers more than 1,500 classes per semester. As an open access college, ICC welcomes any student who is willing to learn. ICC's mission is: Illinois Central College cultivates student learning and enriches the community by offering an exceptional educational experience rooted in accessibility, belonging, ICC offers 55 programs of study leading to an Associate in Arts or Science degree; 52 programs of study leading to an Associate Degree in Applied Science; and 61 programs leading to occupational certificates. ICC serves 10 central Illinois counties, with most students residing in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. The community college district (514) covers 2,322 square miles. Illinois Central College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of College and Schools. It is the policy of this college that no person, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran's status shall be discriminated against in employment, in educational programs and activities, or in admissions. For more information about ICC, contact info@icc.edu or call (309) 694-5-ICC.

Granite City has won awards nationwide for Best Restaurant, Best Brunch, Best Patio, Best Beer, Best Martini, Best Burger, and more, including the prestigious Nation’s Restaurant News Hot Concept Winner. Granite City is passionate about creating fresh menu items from scratch and uses its patented brewing process to deliver the best brews. Granite City Food & Brewery is a polished casual restaurant with an on-site brewery. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurants also showcase an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more. A private dining room can also be arranged. Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Batch 1000 (Double IPA), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year. The handcrafted beers –also available in growlers - are moderately priced and offer unique styles and flavors not typically produced by major breweries. The patented brewing process, known as Fermentus InterruptusTM, makes replicating the same great taste simple and efficient throughout all Granite City Food and Brewery restaurants. Apply today at www.gcfb.com!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Peoria, you will find the Peoria Civic Center, a bustling hub of entertainment, sports and culture. Featuring an Arena, Theater, Ballrooms, Exhibit Halls, and versatile meeting space all under one roof, this dynamic venue is more than just a building, it’s where your event experience comes to life! Carver Arena is home to Bradley Braves Men’s Basketball, Peoria Rivermen Hockey and provides the stage for top talent to perform in the heart of the Midwest. When the curtain rises in Peoria Civic Center Theater, you will find the hottest names in comedy, your favorite musical act or a stunning Broadway production. As the largest event facility in downstate Illinois, the venue’s convention center spaces provide the backdrop to hosting diverse memorable events of all sizes throughout the exhibit halls, ballrooms and meeting rooms.