Senior Learning Institute to Offer Preview with Film

Jan. 9, 2012

The Senior Learning Institute at the College of Central Florida will show the silent film “Modern Times” on Wednesday, Jan. 11, as a free sampling of upcoming courses.

The mini-course will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. in the University Center, Room 109, at the CF Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. The session will give participants an opportunity to preview the two upcoming courses Modern Times: Emerging Technologies of the 21st Century and For Love of Film.

The film “Modern Times” is a 1936 comedy by Charlie Chaplin. The classic reflects poor employment and financial conditions during the Great Depression of the 1930s.

The Senior Learning Institute, a membership organization of learners age 50 and better, offers college-level courses without the requirement of homework and tests. In addition, members enjoy a variety of cultural and community activities. Membership is $125 per year or $75 for October through April; courses are $8 each.

Please call 352-291-4444 or 352-854-2322, ext. 1282, for information about the Senior Learning Institute or to make a reservation for the course. Seating is limited.