Whisk Takers Silent Auction
May
8
to Jun 19

Whisk Takers Silent Auction

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Whisk Takers Silent Auction
Auction Runs: May 8 – NOON on June 19, 2025
Location: Peoria Women’s Clubhouse
Open to Members and Guests

Get ready to stir up some fun at the Whisk Takers Silent Auction! Hosted by the Peoria Women’s Club, this culinary-themed auction features an array of gently used kitchen treasures—from cookbooks and gadgets to dishes, décor, and more. It's the perfect chance to find something special for your home while supporting a great cause.

Proceeds will help fund the purchase of additional stoneware china place settings for the clubhouse, allowing us to continue hosting elegant, well-appointed events.

You do not need to be present to win—bidding opens at the May 8 Business Meeting and concludes at NOON on Thursday, June 19, during the Carl Sandburg Luncheon featuring Barry Cloyd.

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Peoria Riverfront Market Days
Jun
7
to Sep 13

Peoria Riverfront Market Days

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Volunteer at the Peoria RiverFront Market

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!

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Streator Library Tour
Jul
18
9:00 AM09:00

Streator Library Tour

The Peoria Women’s Club is proud to offer twice-yearly library tours for members participating in Epsilon Sigma Omicron (ESO), an honorary reading sorority sponsored by the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC).

Open to all clubwomen, ESO encourages self-directed education and personal growth through reading across a variety of genres and categories. Our new library tours offer members a chance to:

  • Explore historic and culturally significant libraries across Illinois

  • Deepen their connection to literature, art, and civic life

  • Enjoy fellowship with other clubwomen who value lifelong learning

  • Discover inspiration for their ESO reading lists and discussions

Whether you're just starting your ESO journey or already well on your way to Century status, these tours are a meaningful—and fun—way to engage.

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The Ball of Peoria: 007
Oct
25
6:00 PM18:00

The Ball of Peoria: 007

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.

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Mother's Day @ Peoria Architectural Salvage
May
10
2:00 PM14:00

Mother's Day @ Peoria Architectural Salvage

Mother’s Day Celebration & Vendor Shopping Event

Join us on May 10th from 2–5 PM at Peoria Architectural Salvage (2000 SW Adams St., Peoria, IL) for a special Mother’s Day celebration! Browse unique vendors, buy Peoria Women's Club Cosecheras Coffee, find the perfect gift, and enjoy a fun afternoon of shopping and community. Don’t miss it!

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Special Filming: Origin
Apr
25
11:00 AM11:00

Special Filming: Origin

Please join us for a light lunch and screening of the movie Origin at the Peoria Women’s Club. We ask that each attendee consider a $10 donation at the door for a lunch of soup, salad, sides, beverage, and dessert.

All PWC and OLLI Members, as well as their guests, are welcome to attend.

RSVP is Required by April 23, 2025.

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Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives March 19th Open Hours and Box Lunch
Mar
19
11:00 AM11:00
Program

Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives March 19th Open Hours and Box Lunch

The public is invited to visit Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives, a special art exhibition celebrating women artists in the Tri-County area, and tour the historic 1893 Peoria Women’s Club building. Stop by during your lunch hour to explore the exhibition and learn more about this iconic space.

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Électricité Lecture - Creating a Stir: Early Women Artists of the Peoria Area
Mar
14
10:30 AM10:30
Program

Électricité Lecture - Creating a Stir: Early Women Artists of the Peoria Area


Kristan H. McKinsey, Director of the Illinois Women Artists Project, will present an illustrated lecture on the lives and artistic contributions of several women from central Illinois who pursued creative careers in the 19th and 20th centuries, including two founding members of the Peoria Women’s Club. Through their stories, McKinsey will highlight their significant impact on the region’s cultural history during a time when societal norms largely discouraged women from working outside the home.

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Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives March 12th Open Hours and Box Lunch
Mar
12
11:00 AM11:00
Program

Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives March 12th Open Hours and Box Lunch

The public is invited to visit Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives, a special art exhibition celebrating women artists in the Tri-County area, and tour the historic 1893 Peoria Women’s Club building. Stop by during your lunch hour to explore the exhibition and learn more about this iconic space.

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Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives Opening Day
Mar
8
11:00 AM11:00
Program

Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives Opening Day

Électricité: Illuminating Perspectives 

In celebration of Women’s History Month 2025, the Peoria Women’s Club (PWC), in collaboration with the Illinois Women Artists Project (IWAP), is proud to present the inaugural juried exhibition showcasing the work of contemporary female artists from Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties. The exhibition will feature both 2- and 3-dimensional media, and marks the beginning of an annual tradition honoring women and the arts in our community.

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