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OLLI Originals
Originals are exclusive talks with local leaders and
businesses from the community and beyond.
Peoria Chautauqua Literary and Scienti昀椀c Circle
Friday, February 6
9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
Peoria Women's Club, 301 NE Madison Ave.,
Peoria
In collaboration with the Peoria Women's Club,
OLLI invites you to join the Peoria Chautauqua
Literary and Scienti昀椀c Circle, which is considered
the oldest continuous book club in the United
States. Lynette Steger, professional educator,
content strategist, and Peoria Women’s Club
board member, will moderate. The book
discussion for winter will be Harlem Rhapsody by
Victoria Christopher Murray
$10 – includes the discussion, snacks, and coffee.
Transportation not provided – meet us there!
Seats available: 40
Power Up with Ameren:
Scam Prevention, Storm Readiness, and Smart
Energy
Friday, January 23
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
PeoriaNext Innovation Center,
801 N. Main Street, Peoria
Ruthie Bertram, Community Relations
Coordinator, and Kierstin Newton, Residential
Energy Ef昀椀ciency, both with Ameren Illinois, will
share important information on how to protect
ourselves and our homes. We’ll learn how to spot
and prevent common utility scams, gain practical
tips for storm preparedness, and discover valuable
programs and resources available through
Ameren. With insights designed to keep us
safe, informed, and resilient, this session will also
highlight opportunities from Ameren’s Energy
Ef昀椀ciency team. Don’t miss the chance to learn
how Ameren can help you save energy, stay secure,
and prepare for whatever comes your way.
Free! OLLI member perk, includes presentation
and snacks. Transportation not provided – meet us
there!
Seats available: 35
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OLLI ORIGINALS
OLLI members pose with statue of Red Skelton
as Freddie the Freeloader during a trip to historic
Vincennes, Indiana.
Electric Vehicles: Today and Tomorrow
Friday, February 13
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Peoria Next Innovation Center
Join Shawn Weck, retired Chief Engineer at
Caterpillar, to explore the current state of electric
vehicles (EVs) and whether one might be a good
昀椀t for your household. Learn the basics of EV
technology - batteries, motors, powertrains, and
charging - plus practical strategies for ownership,
cost considerations versus gas cars, and the
bene昀椀ts of going electric. Gain a glimpse into the
future of EVs, common misconceptions, and where
the technology is headed.
$10 – includes presentation and snacks.
Transportation not provided – meet us there!
Seats available: 35
