Take a trip to the Appleton Museum of Art, Aug. 30-Jan. 4, to see “Deconstructing Self.” Opening on the second-floor Preview Gallery, it debuts new works by Ocala-based artist Seth Benzel in the form of two- and three-dimensional paintings and is a compelling exploration of transformation and identity through the lens of abstract painting. Join ... Read more
Local photographer Tommy Cuevas thinks it’s time to retire the old nickname that went with Ocala’s reputation as a sleepy town with nothing to do. His upcoming solo exhibition, “There’s Nothin’ to Do in Slowcala!?” captures the everyday vibrance, human and hidden beauty of a community alive with activity and will be on view at ... Read more
Twinkling lights, themed trees, and timeless holiday charm — “A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family’s Holiday Exhibition” is back at the Appleton Museum of Art, on view November 1–January 11. Joyce Urban’s love of Christmas began when she was a child in the city of Philadelphia. Every year she would go see the elaborate decorations ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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, ... Read more
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 ... Read more
The community is invited to join the grand launch of the interactive Biodiversity Trail at the Wilton Simpson Citrus Campus on Tuesday, Dec. 2, from 5:30-7 p.m. This event will include music, art, time to explore the trail exhibits, a presentation, “The Stories I Could Tell”, by CF Professor of Biological Science and Biodiversity Trail ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
Don’t miss the magic of the holiday season at the Appleton! All full- and part-time employees are invited to the annual Employee Holiday Reception on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Please join us to enjoy refreshments, get into the spirit of the season by viewing “A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family's Holiday Exhibition” and the ... Read more
Please join us, Thursday, Dec. 4, 6-8 p.m., as we celebrate the recent graduates of our Adult Education Program. The ceremony will be held in room 115 of the conference center on the Jack Wilkinson Levy Campus. Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, ... Read more
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). ... Read more
Celebrate the season at the Appleton Museum of Art’s annual Holiday Community Day, held on Free First Saturday, December 6. Admission is free all day from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Visitors can enjoy the festive holiday atmosphere with A Dickens Christmas: The Urban Family’s Holiday Exhibition, along with additional holiday displays, special exhibitions, and hands-on crafts ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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 ... Read more
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.