CERA presents programs for the benefit of its members and the general public, generally 10 times a year (all months except July and August). These programs usually consist of a slide and/or electronic newscast that highlights recent developments in the field of light rail and electric railways, following the main program, which is a narrated slide, video, or movie program dealing with a specific electric railway system or several systems. A program might feature recently photographed electric railway/urban transit systems, or it might be an historical reflection on an operation long since abandoned. Attendance runs between 80 to 160.

When: The 4th Friday of the month except for July and August when no meetings are generally held. Doors open at 6:00 pm. and the program starts at 7:00 pm. The program usually ends between 9:30 and 10:00 pm.

Where: University Center, The Lake Room
525 S. State Street, 2nd floor (State and Congress) Map of 525 S State St

Cost: Attendance is free for our standard monthly programs.

All programs are subject to change. Call CERA at 312-346-3723 to confirm if you are not an active member.

Our Next Program

Friday
June 25, 2010
7:00 p.m.

“Reach out to Boston”
Third Rail Rapid Transit Lines of Boston

by Walter D. Collins
Retired Chicago Transit Authority ‘L’

Motorman and Boston-native Walter D. Collins will tour the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Orange, Red and Blue third rail rapid transit lines in history-rich metropolitan Boston. Rolling stock and route histories will be presented along with descriptions of connecting services, long gone or still operating. Walter is planning on presenting another program, on MBTA light rail lines, at a future date!

Electric Rail Highlights will follow the program.

Persons with electric rail photography or announcements are encouraged to participate. Please send your digital images in advance to Tony Coppoletta at tony@coppoletta.net

The program will held at University Center, 525 S State, Chicago, IL. Click here for a map of 525 S. State St.

Next meeting
Friday, September 24, 2010

As is customary, there are no regular CERA membership meetings in July or August. The program subject for September is to be announced closer to the meeting.

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