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OLLI News from Bradley University
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Study Group to Focus on Merton's
Contemplative Prayer
Sense of the Sacred, Part II
Tuesdays, July 10 - July 31, 2018
9:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Peoria NEXT Innovation Center
This study group is a continuation of the session we began during OLLI winter in which we began our study of Trappist monk, Thomas Merton, and his commentary on silence and interior prayer. We will focus on the final four chapters of Merton's book,
Contemplative Prayer, available from local or online retailers and libraries. Participants who did not take Part I of this group are gladly welcomed and may be asked to do some individual background reading.
$45 - facilitated by Rev. Dr. Arvil Bass, ordained minister.
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Registration Open for OLLI/AARP Legislative Breakfast
OLLI/AARP Legislative Breakfast
Thursday, July 12
8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Bradley University
Westlake Hall, Room 116
OLLI members are invited to meet their elected officials and discuss issues they care about at an upcoming legislative breakfast.
The OLLI/AARP Legislative Breakfast, featuring local legislators and politicians, will be moderated by BradMcMillan, J.D., executive director of
the Institute for Principled Leadership in Public Service at Bradley University.
Free parking will be available in the Main Street parking deck adjacent to the Renaissance Coliseum. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast.
There is no fee to attend, but advance registration is required. You can register online with the following link, or by calling AARP at the number below.
RSVP registration hotline:
(877) 926-8300
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Friendly Reminder...
Sandals are not appropriate attire for OLLI trips.
We care about your safety, and we respect the rules of the organizations that serve as our gracious hosts. So PLEASE, wear closed-toed shoes when you travel with OLLI!
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Iconic Sculpture Damaged in Accident
The statue of Bradley University founder, Lydia Moss Bradley, was toppled over during a recent accident in which a car collided with the sculpture. Fortunately, the driver was uninjured, and the statue sustained minimal damage, as determined by Bradley sculpture professor, Fisher Stolz.
Repairs are underway, and Mrs. Bradley is expected to make a "full recovery." The bronze sculpture will likely return to its place on Founder's Circle within a month.
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Continuing Education Hosting Several Summer Programs
Summers are always busy in Continuing Education. Here's what's coming up.
World of Wonder (WOW), a program for gifted and talented 1st - 8th grade students, will provide classes to over 130 participants learning about language arts, social sciences, literature, STEM, and art. WOW kids will be on campus for two separate one-week camps June 18 - 22 and July 30 - August 30. The program is sponsored by Continuing Education and the College of Education and Health Sciences.
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Summer Reading and Writing Program begins its 15th year offering classes for students from age 4 through 11th grade who want to improve their reading and writing skills. This weekends-only program is a collaboration between Continuing Education and the Institute of Reading Development and will meet during June and July.
High school students from all over the country will attend the
Summer Forensics Institute (SFI) July 8 - 21. This 2-week residential program will pair participants with members of Bradley's championship speech team and coaches who will provide students with customized one-on-one guidance to develop a competition-ready speech. Co-sponsored with the Department of Communication, SFI will host over 75 campers at Bradley this summer.
And let's not forget that
OLLI is already in full swing. Twelve study groups and 23 trips are meeting during June, July, and August, and the 4th Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser convenes Friday, August 24 from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the Hayden-Clark Alumni Center on campus.
Register online for Trivia Night, or call Gwen or Bonnie at (309) 677-3900 to make your reservation. It's a 60s themed event, so don't forget your go-go boots and bell bottoms!
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Get Your Sports Memorabilia Appraised
Sports Memorabilia Appraisals
Saturday, June 23, 2018
10:30 a.m.
Peoria Public Library - North Branch
Peoria Public Library will offer another opportunity for free sports memorabilia
appraisals by Michael Osacky,
the "Dean of Cracker Jack Baseball Cards." Osacky has been hugely popular on previous visits to Peoria Public Library, and will conduct 5-minute appraisals of memorabilia from any sport including cards from 1875-1975, pre-1970 non- sports cards, vintage pins or programs, and more.
Reservations for appraisals can be made by calling (309) 497-2150, or by emailing
Come to watch, or come for an appraisal.
The event is free and open to the public.
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Are You a Ballooning Fan?
Hot Air Balloons Tuesday, June 26 (rain date, June 27)
6:30 p.m.
Chillicothe Public Library
Get the inside scoop about hot air balloons! Jim House of Midwest Balloon Rides will share the history of ballooning, balloon manufacturing, fascinating facts, and stunning photos. Weather and wind permitting, we'll get to see the basket and flames, and maybe even observe the inflation of the enormous balloon itself! Please register by June 25 by calling the library at (309) 274-2719.
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Consisting of nearly 1,100 people ages 50+, OLLI members come from all backgrounds and educational levels. Together they enjoy a diverse collection of year-round programs including non-credit classes, educational travel, study groups, cinema, and lectures.
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