Reserve Peoria’s Free Block Party Trailer
Did you know the city of Peoria has a free Block Party Trailer that may be reserved by Peoria residents? Block parties are a great way to build relationships and this program was designed to help strengthen connections between neighbors. The program features a trailer that can be reserved online for a four-hour window on a Friday or Saturday from October through May, excluding blackout dates and major holidays. The trailer includes items that will help residents have a successful block party including tables and chairs, an ice chest, giant Checkers and Jenga, a flag football set, and more. For additional information about the Block Party Trailer, visit peoriaaz.gov/engage or call 623-773-7090.
Monitor Household Water Use
As part of the city of Peoria’s continued efforts to help residents increase water savings, residents are encouraged to learn more about how their household uses water. The AMWUA water calculator allows you to enter a few pieces of information about your household’s water use habits. This tool will estimate how much water you need for optimal monthly water usage based on the information you provide. Get started here: amwua.org/water-use-calculator.
Another easy way to track water use is to monitor your monthly water bill to spot any increases in usage. If you notice a spike in usage with no known cause, reach out to conservation for information on how to check for leaks at [email protected]. For more information on the city of Peoria’s water conservation efforts, including water saving rebates, visit peoriaaz.gov/droughtready.
Winter Reading Program
The Friends of the Peoria Public Library will be hosting a Winter Reading Program at the Peoria Public Libraries. The program runs through Dec. 31. This year’s theme is “Candy World-How Sweet It Is!” Participants will be encouraged to read for 20 minutes a day for at least 20 days, which can be tracked on the winter reading game board. Prizes will be provided by the Friends of the Peoria Public Library for signing up and completing the program. For more information, visit peoriaaz.gov/library.
Merry Mix and Mingle
Join Adult Services Librarian Tonya Stuempfl and the Friends of the Peoria Public Library for a night of holiday music with the stylings of Garland Miller, a holiday book celebration, and a retro take & make craft.
The Merry Mix and Mingle event is on Wed. Dec. 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at the Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe St
You can also visit the Read It & Eat It Cookbook Club program going on that night and enjoy many treats to eat! Enjoy mingling with library patrons and celebrate all the building’s new renovations.
Registration is required. To register, visit https://bit.ly/3gzuw54
Bulk Trash Collection is Changing to
On-Demand for 2023
Beginning, Feb. 6, 2023, Peoria’s bulk trash service will be available twice a year “by appointment” for Peoria residents with active Solid Waste accounts. Residents can schedule up to two free bulk collections per calendar year. Additional collections may be scheduled for a fee. Residents can begin scheduling bulk trash appointments online starting Dec. 5. Visit peoriaaz.gov/bulktrash, email [email protected], or call 623-773-7030 for additional information.
