Postponed to Spring 2026 - Tech Forward: “One Click Away: Inside the Mind of a Cybercriminal” presented by Jason Griffis, information security manager, Information Technology
2025-11-06 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Tuesday, Nov. 6, 9-10 a.m., dive into the digital underworld in safety with Jason. Explore the intricate thought processes and motivations behind today’s most sophisticated online schemes. This presentation offers an in-depth look at how cybercriminals operate, providing crucial insights into the evolving landscape of digital threats. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 117D. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join the Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 855 4517

“Supervisory Essentials: Building a Positive Team Culture”
2025-11-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Professional Development Center
What are the secrets to motivating, empowering, and guiding your team? Do they consistently exceed expectations and achieve exceptional results? If not, then let me help you focus your strategies to maximize team potential and drive departmental success. This workshop will be held Friday, Nov. 7, 9-10 a.m., in the Professional Development Center, room 112. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join the Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 855 4517

Participate in TEDxOcala
2025-11-08 09:00 - 16:30 | Dassance Fine Arts Center
TEDxOcala is coming to the Dassance Fine Arts Center on Saturday, Nov. 8. The TEDxOcala coordinators have provided 40 tickets for CF students to attend for free. Please share the attached flyer with your students and encourage them to sign up. Registered attendees are expected to attend the entire event, from 9:15 a.m.-4 p.m. Snacks and lunch are provided.
CF employees who wish to attend can get free admission by volunteering to assist with the event. Sign up here.
The deadline to sign up for tickets or volunteer is Friday, Oct. 31, at midnight.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

Life Savvy: “Supporting Veteran Students in Higher Education - Veteran's Day” presented by Eric Zimmer, veteran's affairs specialist, Financial Aid
2025-11-10 12:30 - 13:30 | Professional Development Center
Champion our heroes! Monday, Nov. 10, 12:30-1:30 p.m., learn how to create a welcoming and supportive environment for veteran students. This workshop provides the insights and tools to help them thrive on their academic journey. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 112. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join the Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 855 4517

Veterans Day Concert with Patriot Blues Jazz Ensemble and CF Wind Symphony
2025-11-13 19:30 | Dassance Fine Arts Center
Join us for the Second Annual Veterans Day Concert featuring the Patriot Blues Jazz Ensemble and the CF Wind Symphony under the direction of Allen J. Venezio. The concert will take place Thursday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m., in the Charles R. Dassance Fine Arts Center on the Ocala Campus. Admission is free and no ticket is required. If you have any questions, please call 352-873-5810.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

New Employee Orientation
2025-11-17 08:30 - 2025-11-18 12:00, 2025-12-01 08:30 - 2025-12-02 12:00 | Professional Development Center
New Employee Orientation sessions are held twice a month. New full-time employees are required to attend one as part of their onboarding. These sessions offer a heartfelt welcome to our college family, sharing our rich history, how we operate, and the mission, vision, and values that shape our culture. While part-time employees aren’t required to attend, we strongly encourage it. It’s a great way to feel connected and inspired from day one. For more information, contact the Office of Professional Development at opd@cf.edu.

Kaleidoscope presented by the CF Patriot Singers
2025-11-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Dassance Fine Arts Center
The College of Central Florida Patriot Singers will present a free fall concert on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Charles R. Dassance Fine Arts Center.
Doors open to the public 30 minutes before these Visual and Performing Arts performances. For more information, please contact Kelly Ryan, ext. 1419, or ryank@cf.edu.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

Celebrate National Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Day
2025-11-19 11:30 - 14:00 | Stearns Learning Resources Center
Faculty and staff, please encourage your students to join us, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., in the Stearns Learning Resources Center for a dynamic event celebrating National GIS Day and dive into the powerful technology of Geographic Information Systems. They can learn how GIS is the critical tool behind some of the fastest growing industries today!

Discover Diverse Careers: See exactly where a GIS background can take you — from Engineering, Computer Science, and Emergency Management to the cutting edge of Precision Agriculture.
Meet Key Employers: Network directly with professionals from the City of Ocala, Marion County Board of County Commissioners, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners, and more.
Gain Insight: Participate in interactive demonstrations and understand how to apply geospatial skills to solve real-world problems.

For more information, contact careerservices@cf.edu.

International Food Festival
2025-11-19 12:30 - 13:30 | The Ewers Century Center, Klein Conference Center
Join SAB and our CF Student Clubs for a trip around the world – with food! The International Food Festival will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 19,12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Klein Center. Admission is $1 or an item for the Patriot Pantry.
The current pantry needs list is canned stews, cereal bars/protein bars, gum or mints, canned beans or tuna, peanut butter, pre-packed cheese and crackers, tuna or chicken salad snack packs, cup noodles, cracker packs, fruit snacks, trail mix, and jelly. If donated canned items, easy to open cans (pop-top) only, please.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Ira Holmes Student Picks Series: "Pulse"
2025-11-19 17:00 | Ira Holmes Classroom, 3001 SW College RD, Building *, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The Ira Holmes International Film Series: Fall Student Picks The Ira Holmes International Film Series invites everyone to attend the next event in the Student Picks Series, a screening of film “Pulse”. Join us Wednesday, Nov. 19, 5 p.m. in the Ira Holmes Classroom in building 8. This event is free and open to everyone. No registration required. For more information about the Ira Holmes International Film Series, please email Wendy Adams.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

Life Savvy: “De-Stressing the Holidays - BayCare Behavioral Health” with Dr. Moser BayCare Behavioral Health
2025-11-20 12:30 - 13:30 | Professional Development Center
Holiday bliss, not holiday stress! Learn new techniques that will reduce anxiety and help you find joy in the busiest season. Thursday, Nov. 20, 12:30-1:30 p.m., join Dr. Moser from BayCare Behavioral Health, as he helps you stay balanced, focused, and present. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 112. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join (MS TEAMS) Meeting ID: 265 745 401 562 5 Passcode: LH3CV6mg

“Supervisory Essentials: Delegation and Empowerment 101”
2025-11-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Professional Development Center
Learn effective, empathetic strategies to get to the root causes of underperformance. Guide team members back to productivity and engagement in this session designed to provides you with the tools to handle difficult conversations with confidence. This workshop will be held Friday, Nov. 21, 9-10 a.m., in the Professional Development Center, room 3-112. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join the Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 855 4517

The Learning Lab School's Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast
2025-11-21 11:00 - 12:00 | CF’s Learning Lab School
Our apologies. This event has been cancelled.
Join the children and give thanks for the teachers! The Learning Lab School will be holding it’s annual Thanksgiving Day Feast Friday, Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. in building 18. If you would like to go, please reserve your spot by contacting Kim Sellers at ext. 1266 or sellersk@cf.edu by Monday, Nov. 18.

“T.E.A.M.S.: 5-Paths Leadership Training Intro - Using Your Data”
2025-11-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Professional Development Center
Join Danny, Tuesday, Nov. 25, 9-10 a.m., for a journey of understanding your leadership assessment data, and how you can use it to motivate and inspire your students, employees, and anyone you meet. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, Room 117C, in person only. Please click here to register.

Marilyn Sharp Vocal Studio Winter Recital
2025-12-01 12:30 | Dassance Fine Arts Center
Join us for some entertainment Monday, Dec. 1, at 12:20 p.m., in the Charles R. Dassance Fine Arts Center for the winter recital of the studio of Marilyn Sharp. No ticket is required. Doors will open at noon for seating.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

Cocoa and Karaoke in the Café
2025-12-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Patriot Cafe
Encourage your students to join Ocala SAB for a little holiday spirit with hot cocoa and karaoke in the Patriot Café, Tuesday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Come get festive before finals!
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

AFC 2026 Board Member Installation Luncheon
2025-12-02 12:30 - 13:30 | Webber Center
Please join us Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 12:30 p.m., in the Webber Center on the Ocala Campus in recognition of the outgoing CF Chapter Executive Board’s amazing accomplishments. We will also be installing the 2026 Executive Board as they take their oath of office to serve the chapter and CF for the next year. There will be a full lunch served. RSVP to afc@cf.edu by 11/21/25.
For more information on College of Central Florida’s chapter of the Association of Florida Colleges, please visit our page on InsideCF.

Ocala SAB Fall 2025 Stressbusters
2025-12-03 12:00 - 14:00 | Bedford Plaza
STRESSBUSTERS is almost here! Encourage your students to join us Wednesday, Dec. 3, noon-2 p.m., in Bedford Plaza as we take a break from stress. Lunch from Subway will be available. One lucky student will win a laptop! Be sure to bring your CF ID.
Things to do include:

Crafting
Coloring
Bracelet Making
Cookie Decorating
and MORE!

Please remember events sponsored by the Student Activities Board are for enrolled students. If you are not a currently enrolled student, kindly refrain from taking food or giveaways to ensure there are enough for our students.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Outdoor Holiday Concert
2025-12-03 12:30 | Dassance Fine Arts Center
Join us on the plaza outside the Charles R. Dassance Fine Arts Center for some holiday music with the CF Visual and Performing Arts Department. The concert will take place Wednesday, Dec. 3, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Admission is free.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

A Winter Showcase with the CF Percussion Ensemble and Brass Instruments
2025-12-03 19:30 | Dassance Fine Arts Center
Please join us for the winter recital for our Brass Instruments and Percussion Ensemble. The Winter Showcase will take place Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 7:30 p.m., in the Charles R. Dassance Fine Arts Center. No ticket is required. Doors will open at 7 p.m. for seating.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

Holiday Yoga Nidra
2025-12-05 13:00 - 13:30 | Learning Commons Mindfulness Room
Step away from the business of the holidays and find your inner clarity to rest and revitalize in this guided meditation. Holiday Yoga Nidra is open to students, staff and faculty. This special session will take place Friday, Dec. 5, 1-1:30 p.m., in the Mindfulness Room in the Learning Resources Center (building 3, room 113). Questions? Call Nicole McCarroll at ext. 1521 or email her at mccarro@cf.edu.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

“T.E.A.M.S.: Wisdom - The Language of Leaders”
2025-12-09 09:00 - 10:00 | Professional Development Center
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 9-10 a.m., join Danny and learn the secrets of communication that motivates and influences through understanding others. This session gives you the strategies to become a leader through your words and wisdom. The leadership assessment and attendance at an introduction session highly encouraged. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 117C. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join the Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 855 4517

“Supervisory Essentials: Leading Your Team Through Transition”
2025-12-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Professional Development Center
Guide your team through times of change with ease. This workshop shares tips to keep things steady and turn change into something positive. This workshop will be held Friday, Dec.12, 9-10 a.m. in the Professional Development Center, Room 112. Please click here to register.
On the day of the event: Click here to join the Zoom. Meeting ID: 836 855 4517

30th Annual 'Trains at the Holidays' at The Webber Gallery
2025-12-19 - 2025-12-31 | Webber Gallery
Join us at the Webber Gallery to celebrate the 30th annual “Trains at the Holidays” exhibit from Dec. 19- Dec. 31. This display will feature model train layouts built and maintained by the Ocala Model Railroaders’ Historic Preservation Society. Every year, CF is honored to partner with the society to bring their beautiful model train collection to the community.
The exhibition will open Friday, Dec. 19, and be on view through Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Trains at the Holidays will be open all days of the week that the exhibition is here, with the exception of being closed on Christmas day. Additionally, this year we will be open on Christmas Eve with special hours of noon – 3 p.m., and open on New Year’s Eve from 10 a.m.– 4p.m. Visit the event page for more information.
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.

Directory Photos
2026-01-06 12:00 - 2026-01-07 13:00 | Ewers Century Center
Do you need a new headshot for the employee directory, ADP, LinkedIn or a professional publication? If you are a new employee or your current headshot is more than a few years old then it’s time! CF photographer Mikalia Grim will be taking staff portraits during Faculty Professional Development on Tuesday, Jan. 6, noon-1 p.m. in the Ewers Century Center Lobby. No appointment needed; just stop by and get your photo taken.

Welcome Station Volunteers Needed for Spring 2026 on Ocala Campus
2026-01-07 09:00 - 2026-01-08 15:00
Please join us Wednesday, Jan. 7, and Thursday, Jan. 8, at Welcome Stations around the Ocala Campus. We are asking for one hour of your time to staff the table while welcoming and greeting our students! Stations will be open on the Ocala Campus 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Locations will be Center Lawn, the lobby of Ewers Century Center and lobby of the Bookstore. Please contact Marjorie McGee at mcgeem@cf.edu or ext. 1578 with your preferred location (Center Lawn, Ewers Century Center, Bookstore) and the hour you would like to volunteer.

At the Webber Gallery: "Manifest"
2026-01-07 10:00 - 2026-03-05 16:00 | Webber Gallery
The community is invited to explore “Manifest”, a dual artist exhibition featuring the work of Craig Hawkins and Matt Armstrong, at the Webber Gallery on view 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7 – Thursday, March 5.
“Manifest” brings together works by artists and longtime friends Craig Hawkins and Matt Armstrong, each exploring faith through distinct visual languages. Hawkins reflects on growth and renewal through recurring tree imagery, while Armstrong offers intimate interpretations of prayer. “Manifest” invites viewers to pause, ask questions and consider the many ways the unseen can shape our lives.
Don’t miss the exhibition’s closing reception on Thursday, March 5, from 4 – 6 p.m. Or the Artist Talk with both artists on Wednesday, March 4, from 12:30-1:30 p.m.
On the left: “Upward,” Oil on panel, Matt Armstrong;
On the right: “Lamp Stand,” Oil on canvas, Craig Hawkins
Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its board of trustees, or any of their officers, employees or agents.
