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What's Up Peoria celebrates the end of 2023 with a "Best Of" edition. We look back through the year with different cuts from our show! Joins us in looking back at the 42 episodes full of wonderful guest, intriguing stories and some good laughs! Tune to hear What's Up Peoria's 2023 podcast review!
What's Up Peoria discusses the Peoria Library Passport Program with Library Systems Administrator Kathleen Wade. Kathleen discusses how patrons can now submit an application for a passport or a passport card. Tune in to here more about you can get your passport to travel the globe right here at your Peoria Main Library!
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What's Up Peoria discusses the winter reading program Reindeer Games with Friends Executive Board Member Colleen and the importance of volunteering with Lori from Justserve.org! Colleen discusses how the Friends are assisting with the library's winter reading program while Lori talks about how you can get involved in volunteering through Justserve.org. Tune in to here more about winter reading events and volunteering in our wonderful city!
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What's Up Peoria discusses the Shop Local Parade of Presents with Susana Trasente from Economic Development. Susana fills us in on how to win prizes while supporting local Peoria small businesses. The program goes from November 13th through December 26th. Tune in to hear more about the fun prizes available to shoppers and what you can do to support local Peoria businesses!
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What's Up Peoria discusses the Winter Reading Program "Reindeer Games" with Peoria Librarians Alison and Jenni. They fill us in on how to get involved in this year's reading program and what events will be happening at our libraries. The reading program goes from November 20th through January 2nd. Tune in to hear more about the fun prizes available to all ages for reading 20 minutes a day during Reindeer games!
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What's Up Peoria discusses Honey Hive Farms with Connie Moore who is a professional Bee Keeper. Connie and her husband run Honey Hive Farms and she talks about their business, their connection to Peoria Libraries and their connection to the Peoria community. Jill Thomsen also joins the podcast to discuss the importance of education and the libraries connection with businesses like Honey Hive Farms. Tune in to hear more about the fascinating world of bees and what you can do to learn more!
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What's Up Peoria discusses the importance of volunteering and specifically teen volunteerism with Brandy and Luke Daukas. Luke shares his experiences being a 15 year old volunteer and Brandy shares the importance of getting children involved in volunteering at a young age. Tune in to here more about what Brandy and Luke are doing to make a difference in Peoria and in our Peoria Libraries.
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What's Up Peoria discuses the J. Orin Edson Entrepreneurship + Innovation Institute fifth annual Innovation Night. Join innovators, leaders and entrepreneurs from across the West Valley. This year Innovation Night will highlight local founders and entrepreneurs of all ages and stages. Shop local businesses and makers, enjoy free delicious food and refreshments, be a part of the Ampie Awards, and connect with the West Valley community to celebrate the amazing things happening!
What's Up Peoria discusses "Dachshund To Death" a new cozy mystery by C.B. Wilson and the Author-Preneurship event happening at the Main Library on November 4th at 1 p.m. Alexa and C.B. share the details of the Author-Preneurship, the Key Note speaker and what attendees can expect hear from the writers panel. C.B also shares some details of her latest book "Dachshund To Death". Tune in to here more from C.B. and Alexa!
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What's Up Peoria discusses the Spice It Up, Peoria! program made possible by a LSTA grant from the Arizona State Library Archives and Public Records. Larry and Kathleen discuss their work journeys as well as how these special spice classes will highlight different spices plus the history of where the spices come from. Tune into to hear more about Chef Larry and his amazing Culinary Arts background!
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This podcast gives Peoria, Arizona residents and others in our surrounding communities updates on all the events and activities going on in our city. We will also have special guests who will…