A typical meeting with a lecture and discussion in the Club Library.
People with common interests meet to participate in numerous activities―currently numbering about forty. Activity groups are based upon members’ interests and are administered by club member volunteers.
Meetings are held during the daytime and in the evening. Brief descriptions of each activity follow. Schedules may change periodically, so please refer to the detailed monthly calendar that is included in each issue of the monthly Club Times.
The various Intellectual Activities are open to the public. Per Club policy, nonmembers are asked to pay a $5.00 activity fee each time they attend.
Daytime Activities
Art Exploration
This group has speakers and views videos related to art appreciation and art history with occasional scheduled tours.
Canasta
The traditional card game with friends.
Economics Discussion
A discussion of national and international economic topics.
Investment Discussion Group
Discussion of ideas and strategies for investing in the stock market.
Mahjong
A group meets each Monday to play Mahjong.
Book Discussion—Fiction and Nonfiction
An eclectic selection of publications in all genres selected by attendees who read the selection and participate in discussions. There are three sessions on three different books each month: historical fiction (morning session), fiction (afternoon session), and non fiction (afternoon session).
Philosophical/Humanities Discussion
In the philosophy group, broad philosophical issues (which may feature a professional speaker or a video recording) are presented, followed by an amicable round table discussion among participants.
The humanities group usually has an outside speaker, often a professor from one of the nearby colleges or universities, followed by discussion. Topics range from advances in understanding the workings of the human brain to preserving Florida wild life.
Science, Health, and Wellness
Lectures and discussions of health, science, and technology issues. May include a lecture by a professional in the field.
History
Lecture presentations on topics of cultural and historical significance.
Often the presenters have first hand knowledge of the subject.
The history sessions are one of the most popular activities. Question-and-answer sessions follow each lecture.
Bridge
Regular groups play Contract and Social/Contract Bridge. Formal lessons are scheduled for beginners and intermediate players. Contact the Chairs of groups for details
Classical Music
A monthly afternoon program featuring performances by acclaimed musicians, followed by a question-and-answer session.
Club Chorus
The University Club Chorus rehearses weekly in the spring and fall for performances at Club events. New participants are welcome; no previous experience is required.
Crafty Creations
A weekly meeting devoted to creative projects such as beading, knitting, and much more. Individuals desiring to learn a new craft or demonstrate something creative are encouraged to join.
Current Events
A weekly meeting of participants who discuss relevant issues of the day in a friendly, roundtable forum.
Documentary Cinema
A monthly presentation of award-winning documentary films that cover important events and topics including science, history, culture, military, and much more.
Foreign Languages
French Conversation: A bimonthly meeting of individuals with a basic knowledge of the French language.
German Conversation: Discussion group for German speakers, covering general topics related to Germany, Europe, and the United States.
Italian, Beginners: Fundamentals for speaking and reading Italian.
Spanish, Literature, Intermediate/Advanced: Ideal for those with some prior study of Spanish. Especially targeted for those who want to improve their grammatical skills in a relaxed, academic setting without tests or grades.
Spanish Conversation: A meeting of individuals who have had the experience of living, working, and traveling abroad in Spanish-speaking countries. Topics discussed in Spanish include recent civic events, historical episodes, and personal experiences.
Foreign Affairs
A monthly program designed to encourage discussion and debate in global challenges of our times. Syllabus based.
Genealogy
Expert genealogists and informative forums make up these popular sessions. The meetings are held on alternate months in conjunction with the Central Florida Genealogical Society.
Evening Activities
Technology Today
A discussion of emerging technological trends and how they impact today’s society.
Film Night
Each month, a DVD of an independent and/or foreign-language feature film is shown in a casual environment. Insightful discussions occur before and after the film.
Opera-Appreciation Night
Recordings of opera classics, from Aida to Zauberflote, are presented and discussed. Immediately prior to the performance, a brief overview of the libretto and arias is presented.
Trivia4U
A popular evening of information quizzes where individuals and teams compete only for the honor of winning, and perhaps an occasional prize.