All upcoming events for Peoria Women’s Club can be found below.
Join us for our 140th Founder’s Day Tea, a cherished tradition honoring the Peoria Women’s Club’s rich history of leadership, philanthropy, and fellowship.
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC).
Join us in uncovering the rich history of the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), dating back to 1885. As an Archive Detective, you'll assist VP of Programming Lynette Steger with research for grants, stories, and PWC programming, diving into historical documents that shaped our club, city, state, and nation.
Join us for the first business meeting of the year for an evening of “speed dating”. Committee chairs will each be sitting at a table, and members will have the opportunity to quickly learn more about each committee and how you can get involved.
Join us for our February luncheon!
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC).
Join us in uncovering the rich history of the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), dating back to 1885. As an Archive Detective, you'll assist VP of Programming Lynette Steger with research for grants, stories, and PWC programming, diving into historical documents that shaped our club, city, state, and nation.
Join us for our 5th Annual Fundraiser to support the Woodruff Culinary Arts Program students’ travel scholarship.
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC).
Join us in uncovering the rich history of the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), dating back to 1885. As an Archive Detective, you'll assist VP of Programming Lynette Steger with research for grants, stories, and PWC programming, diving into historical documents that shaped our club, city, state, and nation.
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC).
Join us in uncovering the rich history of the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), dating back to 1885. As an Archive Detective, you'll assist VP of Programming Lynette Steger with research for grants, stories, and PWC programming, diving into historical documents that shaped our club, city, state, and nation.
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC).
Join us in uncovering the rich history of the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), dating back to 1885. As an Archive Detective, you'll assist VP of Programming Lynette Steger with research for grants, stories, and PWC programming, diving into historical documents that shaped our club, city, state, and nation.
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC).
Join us in uncovering the rich history of the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), dating back to 1885. As an Archive Detective, you'll assist VP of Programming Lynette Steger with research for grants, stories, and PWC programming, diving into historical documents that shaped our club, city, state, and nation.
Un-Deck the Halls” Volunteer Day
Saturday, January 10, 2026 | 12:00 – 2:00 PM
Peoria Women’s Clubhouse
It’s time to welcome the New Year and pack away the sparkle! Join us as we “un-decorate” the clubhouse and get it ready for another exciting year of programs and events.
Join us for the second 2025 ESO Library Tour as we visit the historic Lincoln-Carnegie Branch Library, a Neoclassical gem built in 1910 with a grant from Andrew Carnegie. Nestled in Lincoln Park, the library stands on the site of Peoria’s early City Cemetery and the former Abner Eads Farm—home to Rebecca Eads, the first American woman settler in Peoria. Open to PWC Epilion Sigma Omicron (ESO) Members and/or Peoria CLSC Members.
Join us at Cafe Santa Rosa to warm up with the Peoria Women’s Club at Mrs. Claus’s Cocoa Creation Station—a festive hot chocolate bar where kids and adults can build their own gourmet cocoa creations with all the toppings! Enjoy the cozy atmosphere at Café Santa Rosa, where Cosecheras Coffee will also be available for purchase.
Volunteer for a shift to ring the bell for Salvation Army in front of the HyVee at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie!
You are invited to join us for our annual Holiday Tea! Join us at our historic clubhouse in downtown Peoria to see it decorated for the holidays and enjoy this annual tradition!
Join us to help transform our historic clubhouse for the holidays!
“The Poet’s Palette” with Robin Albright
Friday, November 21, 2025
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Peoria Women’s Club
Free for PWC and OLLI members — registration required for supplies
Join us for a free creative workshop led by Robin Albright — a working artist, visual coach, and speaker known for her whimsical style and ability to help others “draw out” what matters most.
Join us for our annual meeting and election!. This is open to all members and is an opportunity to ask questions, learn about what is happening at the club and stay connected!
Musical Bridges: An Afternoon with Oboist James Kim
Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 1:30–3:30 PM
Peoria Women’s Club | 301 NE Madison Ave
Members are invited to a special Musical Bridges event, hosted by the Peoria Symphony Orchestra Guild and held at the Peoria Women’s Club. This afternoon's gathering will feature oboist James Kim in advance of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra’s Handel at the Cathedral concert.
Enjoy light refreshments, beautiful music, and conversation in our Club’s historic setting as we celebrate Peoria’s rich musical heritage and the ongoing partnership between the Guild and the Symphony.
Save the date for our ICC Culinary Arts Dinner!
Save the date for our annual Blanket Making Day benefiting the Center for the Prevention of Abuse!
Join us the first Friday of the month this fall to dive into our amazing history!
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC). Recognized as the nation’s oldest continuous book club, the CLSC is a course that requires registration and a fee paid to Bradley University, part of which supports the national Chautauqua Institution and CLSC graduation fees.
The Peoria CLSC does offer additional events throughout the year for PWC members (as well as OLLI members and guests) that do not require the same fees or prior reading.
Step into a world of covert operations, high-stakes intrigue, and glamorous espionage at The Ball of Peoria: 007. Inspired by the golden age of spies, this fundraiser invites you to experience the allure of secret missions, elegant cocktails, and timeless style. Don your best tuxedo or glamorous gown and join us for an evening filled with thrilling surprises and the unforgettable charm of a James Bond-inspired adventure.
Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr. Film Screening at the Peoria Women’s Club
The Peoria Women’s Club, in partnership with the Peoria Area World Affairs Council (PAWAC) at Bradley University, is proud to present a rare screening of Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr.’s 1934 documentary Hitler’s Reign of Terror—one of the earliest American films to warn against Nazi Germany. This event marks only the second U.S. showing since Vanderbilt himself visited the Club in 1939, when he spoke on “Important Interviews on the Eve of War.”
Film Noir Series: The Maltese Falcon
The Peoria Women’s Club is excited to partner with Lutheran Hillside Village to present a special outreach screening of The Maltese Falcon (1941).
Join us for an afternoon of intrigue and theatrical storytelling as we kick off a month of mystery leading up to the 007 Ball.
Join us the first Friday of the month this fall to dive into our amazing history!
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC). Recognized as the nation’s oldest continuous book club, the CLSC is a course that requires registration and a fee paid to Bradley University, part of which supports the national Chautauqua Institution and CLSC graduation fees.
The Peoria CLSC does offer additional events throughout the year for PWC members (as well as OLLI members and guests) that do not require the same fees or prior reading.
As part of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs’ International Day of Service, the Peoria Women’s Club is proud to stand united in the fight against domestic and sexual violence. Whether you're new to the issue or seeking to deepen your understanding, this powerful presentation will equip you with the tools to become an informed and active advocate for safety and justice.
Attend the GFWC Illinois statewide fall meeting in Princeton, IL!
Designed by women, for women, join us for Secure Her Future, a FREE financial workshop to help every woman find financial confidence no matter their life stage.
We are excited to invite you to a unique volunteer opportunity supporting our Cosecheras Coffee Project, a collaboration between the Peoria Women’s Club and Café Santa Rosa. This initiative supports women coffee harvesters in Colombia by funding healthcare, childcare, and sustainable income AND contributes to our club’s efforts to restore our historic 1893 kitchen into a commissary kitchen for women entrepreneurs.
As a PWC member, your time and enthusiasm can make a real difference!
Join us the first Friday of the month this fall to dive into our amazing history!
The Peoria Women's Club and Bradley University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) have partnered to create the Peoria Chautauqua Literary & Scientific Circle (Peoria CLSC). Recognized as the nation’s oldest continuous book club, the CLSC is a course that requires registration and a fee paid to Bradley University, part of which supports the national Chautauqua Institution and CLSC graduation fees.
The Peoria CLSC does offer additional events throughout the year for PWC members (as well as OLLI members and guests) that do not require the same fees or prior reading.
You’re Invited to Contribute to a Cherished Tradition: The Annual Peoria Women’s Club Silver Tea
Since our beginning, the Silver Tea has been a beloved gathering of members and friends, offering a moment of reflection, community, and shared purpose. This year’s event will be held Saturday, August 23 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the Club’s historic first floor.
Join us once a month for our Monthly Business Meeting. This is open to all members and is an opportunity to ask questions, learn about what is happening at the club and stay connected!
August 14 – Gilda (1946)
Starring Rita Hayworth and Glenn Ford
A glamorous love triangle explodes with jealousy and betrayal in postwar Buenos Aires.
Join us for an hour or two at Central Illinois’ most vibrant arts and makers festival! The Peoria Women’s Club is excited to return to Ignite Peoria for our second year, and we need member volunteers to help us staff our interactive booth at the Peoria Civic Center.
Join fellow PWC members, Bradley alumni, staff, and the greater Peoria community as we celebrate Lydia’s impact—past and present!
