It's one thing to meet a fundraising goal, but to surpass it by over $28,000 is remarkable.  Not only that, but over 410  people made gifts.  That number represents 37% of our members.  Remarkable AGAIN!

But the good news news doesn't stop there.  We have already put your money to work.  By combining it with the funds from past campaigns, plus some additional support from Continuing Education, we have made needed improvements in the Michel Student Center Ballrooms.  Take a look at the soundproof, retractable wall that has now replaced the curtains.  And when you attend your next event there, you'll notice that the Ballrooms now feature state-of-the-art audio visual equipment thus improving sound and picture quality.  

So how does OLLI spell success?  It's Y-O-U, our members, who sustain us!  How generous you are, and how willing you are to make sure our OLLI not just survives.  It thrives!

Thank you, OLLI!  

Fall Registration Social

Don't miss the fall Registration Social tomorrow, July 25, at the Michel Student Center Ballrooms.

Here's the schedule:

8:00 a.m.  Ballroom doors (second floor) open for number distribution.  

8:00 - 8:45 a.m.  Staff and volunteers check your registration forms and answer questions while you enjoy refreshments and socialize with friends both new and old.

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We regret to announce that the class 

"How to Listen to Music" (Class #27 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.) is cancelled for Fall 2018.  The instructor, David Commanday, is unavailable due to a change in his professional schedule. 

If you had planned to take this class, please select a replacement class for the 12:30 time slot.  In the meantime, we look forward to the maestro's return to OLLI in late 2019 or early 2020. 

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Study groups are one of OLLI's most popular offerings, as indicated by our growing study group enrollments.  Yet we are striving to stay ahead of of this increasing demand.  Can you help us keep up? 

Please consider leading or facilitating a study group.  

It may surprise you to know that study group leaders are not subject matter experts.  They are subject matter enthusiasts.  In other words, they enjoy the topic so much that they want to hear what others have to say about it.

So our study groups need champions - people who are eager to lead a conversation about a subject that may have wider interest.  You don't have to be a veteran group leader, nor do you need to be an expert in the field that interests you.  What we're really looking for is someone with passion - someone who wants to know more and welcomes others who feel the same way.

Study Group Chair, Gary Nelson, is a perfect example.  Gary has facilitated or co-led five different study groups on five very diverse subjects.  "I was not an expert in any of those topics, but I enjoyed learning more about [them] and discussing the topics with others."    

We invite you to follow Gary's example.  Give your passion its opportunity to be shared with others.  Please consider leading or facilitating a study group.  Or if you prefer, find a friend who will do it with you - as co-facilitators!  Gary is anxious to hear you're willing to help, so please email him at [email protected]   

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Trivia Night Fundraiser for OLLI

Friday, August 24, 2018

5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Bradley University Hayden-Clark Alumni Center

Dig out your love beads and lava lamps for OLLI's 4th annual Trivia Night Fundraiser on August 24.  O ur theme is "The Sixties - 50 Years Later,"  so  plan to wear something funky.  Or if you prefer, bring groovy items to adorn your tables!  Prizes will be awarded to the best dressed team and best decorated table.  

Our evening will feature questions in nine categories, plus you'll have the chance to purchase "brain power" from Bradley students who will assist your table with some wicked good answers.  As always, emcees Dan DiOrio and Greg Batton, from WMBD radio, will make sure the evening is far out, and we'll make sure you get to enjoy plenty of drinks and munchies.

Reserve your seat (or table of 8) by calling Gwen or Bonnie at (309) 677-3900.  If you don't have a team, don't worry!  We'll place you on one!

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