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Upcoming Courses

Courses

Adapted Yoga

Adapted Yoga is done seated in a chair and standing with the support of a chair. It offers the chance to relax and breathe, in addition to stretching, strengthening, and mobilizing your body. Join us in person or via Zoom. Zoom links are included in the monthly newsletter. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Friday, January 16, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Friday, January 30, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

ALL Winter Celebration

The ALL Winter Celebration allows members and their guests to explore what ALL has to offer, socialize with other members, meet perspective members, enjoy entertainment and refreshments. View the session for more information.

Friday, January 23, 2026, Menard Hall Student Union

Around Town

Around Town travels locally to learn about businesses, non-profit or government units, and nearby historical buildings or events. Participants arrange their own travel to meet at pre-arranged sites for tours, entertainment, and information from experts on the subject. View each session for the specific details. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Thursday, January 15, 2026, Illinois State Military Museum

Book Lovers

Book Lovers brings together those who share a love of reading. Different genres are read, lively discussions and opinions are shared in a respectful space. Book discussions are facilitated by a volunteer member of the group. Book Lovers' regular meeting time is the fourth Wednesday of each month. View each session for the specific details.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Breakfast Round Table

Enjoy breakfast with other Academy members while hearing from a local speakers about topics of interest. View each session for the specific details.

Thursday, February 5, 2026, Route 66 Motorheads Bar, Grill and Museum

Chautauqua

Chautauqua typically meets the second Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. and usually include a panel of speakers with a Q & A at the end of each program. Our programs are developed in a 3-month block covering a wide range of topics.


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Conversations About Cultures

A lecture study of various cultures around the world. View each session for specific details.


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Cryptocurrency and Emerging Tech Session 1: Bitcoin and Digital Assets - Understanding the Digital Ecosystem

This virtual presentation from Fidelity offers a clear, data-driven introduction to Bitcoin and the evolving digital asset landscape. Attendees will learn how the Bitcoin network operates, what drives bitcoin's value, and how adoption, volatility, institutional participation, and halving cycles shape the market. The presentation also highlights key macroeconomic trends-such as inflation, government spending, and money supply growth-and their relationship to digital assets. Perfect for anyone seeking a concise, educational overview of this emerging asset class. The Zoom link will be in your confirmation email.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Cryptocurrency and Emerging Tech Session 2: Understanding Cryptocurrency

This virtual presentation provides comprehensive overview of the evolving cryptocurrency landscape, focusing on bitcoin, blockchain technology, tokens, memes, and the growing influence of stablecoins. Speaker: Jack Manley, executive director, Global Market Strategist, J.P. Morgan Asset Management. The Zoom link will be in your confirmation email.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Cryptocurrency and Emerging Tech Session 3: Implications of Investing in Artificial Intelligence

An in-depth virtual presentation exploring the rapid evolution of AI technologies and their far-reaching economic impact, including the forces driving today's AI megacycle and the transformative potential of generative AI. Speakers: Phil Haning, Capital Group (home of American Funds) wealth management consultant, and Brad Olalde, Capital Group investment product manager. The Zoom link will be in your confirmation email.

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Curious About Cultures Book Club (CAC Book Club)

Evening book club meets the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30. View each session for specific details.

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Flicks on Friday (FOF)

Bring your favorite movie snack to enjoy a classic movie (most are closed caption). View each session for details.

Friday, January 16, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

GameOn!

Looking for a social, lively, and all-around fun time? GameOn! is the group for you! GameOn! will feature a main game each month to bring everyone together. Members are encouraged to bring their own favorite games to share and play. View each session for details.

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Genealogy

If you might be interested in an ALL group to address genealogy topics, please join us to discuss a possible new program. This is a very broad topic, and we want to consider the interest levels of possible participants to guide the formation of a group. If you cannot attend but would like to add your point of view, please contact one of the organizers listed in the Newsletter.


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Gentle Yoga

Gentle Yoga requires some experience with yoga, although it is slow moving. It is done standing and on the floor on a yoga mat. Please bring your own mat.

Friday, January 16, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Friday, January 30, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Hand and Foot

Hand & Foot is a fun and challenging card game. Want to learn to play? Contact the program chair to arrange for an instructor to meet you 30 minutes before play time. That's all it takes to be able to join the fun. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

History Hunters

History Hunters investigates historical events for analysis and group discussion. The topics focus on local, state, national and international events. The group meets on the second Tuesday at 10 a.m. in person and live streaming on Zoom. Immerse yourself in history through engaging speakers who make local and global events come alive! View each session for specific details.

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Kreher Agriculture Center Room K1115

Hooks and Needles

Community of crafters working on their portable projects, mostly some form of textile craft, such as quilting, embroidery, beading, knitting and crocheting.

Thursday, January 22, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Instructional Pinochle

Two instructional sessions offered. It is recommended new players attend both sessions. Topics covered in the first session are, deck, meld, points, dealing, and bidding. The second session consists of several practice games and score keep. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Thursday, January 29, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg has a large group of regular participants, and the energy in the room is warm, social, fun and exciting. Any ALL member who knows the basics of this game is invited to join. If you have a Mah Jongg set, bring it for more play. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Monday, January 12, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Monday, January 26, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1105

Mah Jongg for Beginners

Learn the exciting and challenging game of Mah Jongg! ALL members who are interested in learning Mah Jongg or who would like to refresh their skills are invited. Attending all sessions is recommended.*** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.


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Meet, Greet & Eat Dinner

An opportunity to join other Academy of Lifelong Learning members for a meal and fellowship. Meal expenses are to be paid by the participant. View each session for the specific details.

Monday, January 26, 2026, Finley's Tap House

Meet, Greet & Eat Lunch

An opportunity to join other Academy of Lifelong Learning members for a meal and fellowship. Meal expenses are to be paid by the participant. View each session for the specific details.

Thursday, January 15, 2026, Osaka Japanese Restaurant

New Membership Reception

Welcome New Members! Meet the ALL Board members, committee members, volunteers and other new members. Learn about the exciting ALL programs and volunteer opportunities that await you as a new member. Refreshments and opportunities to socialize are included.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Pine Creek Villas Clubhouse

Pickleball

Noncompetitive pickleball play takes place most Friday afternoons from 1-3 p.m. at the Salvation Army. Our sessions are open play. The cost is $5 per session payable to the Salvation Army, please bring exact amount, change is not available. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Friday, January 16, 2026, Salvation Army
Friday, January 30, 2026, Salvation Army

Pinochle

Pinochle players usually meet on the second Wednesday and the fourth Thursday of each month to play and have fun. Play is 3 handed and 4 handed, single deck, auction bidding pinochle. *** This program is for Academy of Lifelong Learning members only.

Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116
Thursday, January 22, 2026, Trutter Center Room 1116

Scribes

Scribes is where stories are told. Written in prose or poetry or expressed in the spoken word, this special interest group focuses on storytelling in a variety of ways, including fiction, non-fiction, personal essays and poetry. Some orally share short pieces - 1-2 pages or about 5 minutes based on an optional prompt or the storyteller's own project. Experience writing in a very supportive atmosphere, or attend as an audience of members who come to listen. view each session for details.


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Wander on Wednesday (WOW)

Explore various sites throughout the year on these exciting day trips. View each session for the specific details. ***ALL Members may register anytime. ***Guest registration will open 10 business days before the trip if there are any seats remaining. Guests must select the Guest Registration Fee when registering online. Guests who enroll before the guest registration is open will be dropped from the course. Guests who enroll at the discounted member price will be required to pay the difference or their registration will be dropped.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Peoria Riverfront Museum