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OLLI Online
OLLI Online programs are run via Zoom and can
include Classes, Originals, Study Groups, and
Zoom training.
ONLINE Originals
Fox River Trolley Museum
Peoria’s Electric Rails - A Forgotten Era
Tuesday, January 20
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
It may surprise some to learn that Illinois once
boasted one of the 昀椀nest electric transportation
systems in the country. From 1907 into the 1950s,
Peoria was a key stop on the Illinois Traction
line, an electric railroad that carried passengers
across downstate Illinois. Join historian Doug
Rundell with the Fox River Trolley Museum,
for a fascinating presentation on the history of
Peoria-area electric trolleys. He’ll also touch brie昀氀y
on some other unique trolley lines, re昀氀ecting
the creativity, imagination, and diversity of
the interurban railroad industry of more than
a century ago. While Chicago dominated
interurban trolley history, Peoria was also a key
rail hub, with lines connecting communities and
carrying both passengers and freight. At the
turn of the century, these trolleys were essential,
making unscheduled stops on private property
and delivering goods with remarkable speed, a
precursor to modern package services. Discover
how these trolleys shaped transportation,
commerce, and everyday life in central Illinois from
their peak through the mid-20th century.
$10 – Zoom link will be sent the morning of the
event.
Seats available: 150
Behind the Byline
with New York Time's Reid Epstein
Wednesday, January 28
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Join our special Zoom session with Reid Epstein,
New York Times journalist, who happens to
be the son of OLLI President Shelley Epstein.
He'll share insights into the changing world of
political reporting today. Hear 昀椀rsthand about the
challenges and behind-the-scenes experiences
of covering politics in a rapidly shifting media
landscape. The session will conclude with an
interactive Q&A, offering you the chance to
engage directly and ask your questions.
$10 – Zoom link will be sent the morning of the
event.
Seats available: 150
My Chart 101
Friday, February 20
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Join Jim Kelly, Director
of Ambulatory Programs and Information
Technology at Carle Health to learn more about
the My Chart patient portal. Explore basic
navigation, learn about key features, and manage
your healthcare.
FREE Member Perk! – Zoom link will be sent the
morning of the event.
Seats available: 150
Zoom Training Refresher
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, January 6
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. with John Amdall
OR
Wednesday, January 28
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. with Bob Yonker
FREE Member Perk! – Zoom link will be sent the
morning of the event.
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