Midpoint Magic: Stay Tuned for Act Two
Ah, the sights and sounds of ILR in the fall: hurrying to class with the crunch of leaves underfoot, spotting purple lanyards while encountering new and familiar faces, exchanging friendly greetings, sharing hearty laughter, and, of course, embracing abundant learning.
Your participation inspires and energizes us.
Whether you're in a classroom, auditorium, or gym; outdoors on tours; online; joining us virtually from across the county or country; or participating as a presenter, student, or host, we are thrilled that you've chosen to invest your time in the many joys of lifelong learning this semester.
Our fall semester is beyond its midpoint with classes, tours, and events all in motion. If you missed the opportunity to join us this fall and aren't yet receiving our catalog, request a copy and make plans to join us next spring, from March 31 through May 2, 2025.
On our website's home page, you'll find our current classes and events, instructor bios, FAQs, and a wealth of other information.
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Finish StrongYour instructors, lecturers, and class hosts are all volunteers. Please honor the time they’ve invested in preparing and teaching by making it a priority to attend all the remaining sessions of your fall classes. You’ll be glad you did!
Photo Finish
Have you taken any photos in class? We can't be everywhere, so we would love to get a glimpse of what you're doing. Snap a few photos and share them with ILR, pretty please!
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Registration still available for Days of Old, Days to Be...
Days of Old, Days to Be:
Miami Classes Begin a Third Century
Miami's first college class was taught on November 2, 1824. In a free, two-part Institute for Learning in Retirement special event, six Miami historians will reflect on "Old Miami" in its time, how we think of it today, and why it's important 200 years later. Sign up here to indicate your interest in attending these two lively classes, offered both online and in person.
Location: Online or In Person, Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum
Date: Friday, Nov. 1 and Monday, Nov. 4
Time: 4:00-5:15 pm
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Survey SaysOur end-of-semester survey is vital to our future programming; it provides invaluable feedback from participants like you, helping us understand what worked well or can be improved upon, to ensure that our future offerings align with your needs and expectations. Your input shapes the direction and quality of our programs, making your voice essential in our ongoing efforts to deliver enriching learning experiences. Once classes wrap up, look for your survey to arrive via email.
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Teach from Anywhere
Are you sitting in class wondering what you could teach for ILR? Harness the knowledge you've gained throughout your career, travels, hobbies, lifetime, and experiences to create a fascinating course for ILR. Current, past, and new instructors can now teach for ILR from anywhere in the world. Virtual, hybrid, and in-person courses are being gathered for next spring's term, March 31 through May 2, 2025. Join us by submitting your ILR Course Proposal Form by November 30.
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You're Invited
The Southwestern Ohio Symphonic Band, sponsored by ILR, is hitting the road for its 55th season. Under the direction of Danny Maddox Nichols, the band will bring music closer to home. This season's three concerts will take place in Middletown, Hamilton, and Mason, offering the band’s loyal fans opportunities to explore while spreading the joy of music to new audiences.
First up is the annual holiday concert, The Night Before Christmas, on December 15, 2024. Join the band for the first stop of their tour at Middletown High School’s auditorium, located at 601 N. Breiel Blvd., Middletown, OH 45042, at 2:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. No registration is required.
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Congratulations!The West Chester ▪ Liberty Chamber Alliance announces that ten women will be honored as “Women of Excellence” at its upcoming Awards Dinner & Gala on Friday, November 22, 2024. Included in this group is Shelly Abrams, ILR student and volunteer.
Since 2002, the West Chester ▪ Liberty Chamber Alliance has recognized over 170 extraordinary women who have made a positive difference in our communities while inspiring others. The Class of 2024 honorees were selected based on their contributions to business, education, culture, or philanthropy in service to our region.
What an honor! Congratulations, Shelly.
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Enjoy the remainder of the fall semester!Plan to join us again next spring,
March 31 through May 2, 2025
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