Experience all that yoga has to offer outdoors on the Skydeck! Strengthen, stretch, align the body and increase flexibility using continuous flowing movements. Yoga helps relieve physical, mental, and emotional stress, and seeks to bring out the best in you.This class will take place on the skydeck located on the sixth floor of UnionWest. For access to the skydeck, meet us on the first floor of Unionwest near Subway by 5:55 p.m.Unionwest is located on the downtown campus. 601 W. Livingston St Orlando, FL 32801Walk-ins welcome.

Beginning January 8, 2025, the DTC Library will be offering fresh popcorn on Wednesdays from 2pm to 4pm!Follow your nose and POP-in to the library at DPAC 265 to grab a fresh bag and learn about all the DTC Library has to offer.DTC Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00AM to 9:00PM and 8:00AM to 4:00PM on Fridays. The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

KaleidoScope.360° is a family-friendly outdoor movie series held on the first Wednesday of each month at Luminary Green in Creative Village, Downtown Orlando. Starting with a pre-show at 6:30 p.m. and the main feature at 7:00 p.m., the evening concludes with Luminary Nights on the Green--a 20-minute show featuring projected animations and lighting synchronized to music. This event is produced by Global Peace 360° and is presented by [Downtown Orlando](https://www.downtownorlando.com/Home) and [Orlando Health](https://www.orlandohealth.com/). Thanks to our presenting sponsors with the generous support of [Creative Village Development, LLC.](https://creativevillageorlando.com/) and [The Julian](https://www.thejulianorlando.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&gadid=619851046705&device=c&network=g&keyword=the%20julian%20orlando&adgroup=140821119836&campaign=18241009188&gclid=Cj0KCQjwn9y1BhC2ARIsAG5IY-6BY6hSRDvdI1fei3MRjPkRQzORt5FB6E7DNm53SSVtmRujiBZjqeUaAiiiEALw_wcB), this free event is open to the public and ends at 10:00 p.m.[E.T the Extra-Terrestrial](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial/) Wed, Oct 2nd, 6:30 p.m[The Preacher's Wife](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/the-preachers-wife/) Wed, Nov 6th, 6:30 p.m.[The Pursuit of Happyness](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/the-pursuit-of-happyness/) Wed, Jan 8th, 6:30 p.m.[9 to 5](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/9-to-5/) Wed, Mar 5th, 6:30 p.m.[Finding Nemo](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/finding-nemo/) Wed, Apr 2nd, 6:30 p.m.[Bend It Like Beckham](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/bend-it-like-beckham/) Wed, May 7th, 6:30 p.m.[Too Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/too-wong-foo-thanks-for-everything-julie-newmar/) Wed, Jun 4th, 6:30 p.m.[Tron](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/tron/) Wed, Jul 2nd, 6:30 p.m.[Ferris Bueller's Day Off](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/ferris-buellers-day-off/) Wed, Aug 6th, 6:30 p.m.[Selena](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/selena/) Wed, Sep 3rd, 6:30 p.m.[Ratatouille](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/ratatouille/) Wed, Oct 1st, 6:30 p.m.@ Luminary Green Park - 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

KaleidoScope.360° is a family-friendly outdoor movie series held on the first Wednesday of each month at Luminary Green in Creative Village, Downtown Orlando. Starting with a pre-show at 6:30 p.m. and the main feature at 7:00 p.m., the evening concludes with Luminary Nights on the Green--a 20-minute show featuring projected animations and lighting synchronized to music. This event is produced by Global Peace 360° and is presented by [Downtown Orlando](https://www.downtownorlando.com/Home) and [Orlando Health](https://www.orlandohealth.com/). Thanks to our presenting sponsors with the generous support of [Creative Village Development, LLC.](https://creativevillageorlando.com/) and [The Julian](https://www.thejulianorlando.com/?rcstdid=Mg%3D%3D-YRjTEizZPgM%3D&gadid=619851046705&device=c&network=g&keyword=the%20julian%20orlando&adgroup=140821119836&campaign=18241009188&gclid=Cj0KCQjwn9y1BhC2ARIsAG5IY-6BY6hSRDvdI1fei3MRjPkRQzORt5FB6E7DNm53SSVtmRujiBZjqeUaAiiiEALw_wcB), this free event is open to the public and ends at 10:00 p.m.[E.T the Extra-Terrestrial](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial/) Wed, Oct 2nd, 6:30 p.m[The Preacher's Wife](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/the-preachers-wife/) Wed, Nov 6th, 6:30 p.m.[The Pursuit of Happyness](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/the-pursuit-of-happyness/) Wed, Jan 8th, 6:30 p.m.[9 to 5](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/9-to-5/) Wed, Mar 5th, 6:30 p.m.[Finding Nemo](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/finding-nemo/) Wed, Apr 2nd, 6:30 p.m.[Bend It Like Beckham](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/bend-it-like-beckham/) Wed, May 7th, 6:30 p.m.[Too Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/too-wong-foo-thanks-for-everything-julie-newmar/) Wed, Jun 4th, 6:30 p.m.[Tron](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/tron/) Wed, Jul 2nd, 6:30 p.m.[Ferris Bueller's Day Off](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/ferris-buellers-day-off/) Wed, Aug 6th, 6:30 p.m.[Selena](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/selena/) Wed, Sep 3rd, 6:30 p.m.[Ratatouille](https://peacefilmfest.org/2024/movie/ratatouille/) Wed, Oct 1st, 6:30 p.m.@ Luminary Green Park - 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando, FL 32801

Looking to make new connections in a fun and relaxed environment? Join us for Speed Friending with Free Food! This event is designed to help you meet new people, engage in quick and easy conversations, and build friendships in no time.

DTC Library is bringing the books to you! Check out and return books at our Pop-Up Library. Every Thursday we load up one of our book carts with popcorn, swag, and Pop Reads! Our Pop Reads are new fiction and nonfiction and have a three-week loan time, and we change the location of the book cart every week. That means if you check out a book from our book cart while we are at CMB, you can catch us again there in three weeks to return it. See you there!

Join us for a fun, stress-free event with free food and tickets to the Orlando Magic vs. Milwaukee Bucks game which would be given out on a first-come, first-serve basis - with a box seat view! UCF and Valencia College Downtown students, don't miss this opportunity to relax, socialize, and enjoy the game on January 10th. We will meet at the UnionWest 2nd Floor lobby for the ticket distribution and walk to the Kia Center together! All students must present a valid UCF or Valencia College DT student ID.

Start the semester strong with Sip, Study, Succeed: Smart Strategies edition! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with tea, cocoa, and snacks while exploring tips and resources to boost your study skills and make the most of your Library this semester.

Come learn about non-profit and government agencies around the UCF Downtown campus.Enjoy some sweet treats as you connect with community organizations about volunteering opportunities that will help build your resume and lead to future internship and job possibilities.The dress code is business casual.If you would like to have your resume looked over prior to the event, please email Lashay Vazquez (Lashay.Vazquez@ucf.edu).

Start the semester strong with Sip, Study, Succeed: Smart Strategies edition! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with tea, cocoa, and snacks while exploring tips and resources to boost your study skills and make the most of your Library this semester.

The [College of Community Innovation and Education](../3443367/ccie-distinguished-lecture-series/ccie.ucf.edu "UCF College of Community Innovation and Education") invites you to join us for the CCIE Distinguished Lecture Series. Welcoming nationally and internationally prominent researchers to UCF, this recurring series is open to the public, faculty, staff, and students, providing education and information on the world's most pressing research topics. All our invited to listen, learn, and foster new, collaborative relationships focused on education, research, and innovation.

Looking to discover new resources, enjoy free food, and have some fun? Join us for an exciting Resource Fair with free food, countless campus resources, and games! This event is the perfect opportunity to explore helpful resources, with some carnival-style fun. Students should come with a valid UCF or Valencia College DT student ID.All giveaways will be available while supplies last.

Beginning January 8, 2025, the DTC Library will be offering fresh popcorn on Wednesdays from 2pm to 4pm!Follow your nose and POP-in to the library at DPAC 265 to grab a fresh bag and learn about all the DTC Library has to offer.DTC Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00AM to 9:00PM and 8:00AM to 4:00PM on Fridays. The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

The Downtown Industry Day is designed to connect students with industry professionals to help students get career ready. Employer representatives will be on hand to assist with one-on-one resume reviews and interview preparation sessions.Please bring an updated copy of your resume for recruiters to review.* Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025 * Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm * Location: UCF Downtown Campus (528 W Livingston St, Orlando, FL 32801)Students are not required to attend for the entire duration of the event. Students can show up anytime during the designated session times. The session will be conducted on a first come, first-served drop-in basis. As employer representatives become available, students will be paired 1-1 to conduct a 15-20 minute session of their choosing and are free to leave after the session is complete.This event is eligible for an EXPO Fast Pass which will grant early entry to the Spring 2025 Internship & Career EXPO (12:30 PM). Pick up your voucher on the way out from the session!*Employer attendance and event scheduling subject to change. Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1657155/share_preview

DTC Library is bringing the books to you! Check out and return books at our Pop-Up Library. Every Thursday we load up one of our book carts with popcorn, swag, and Pop Reads! Our Pop Reads are new fiction and nonfiction and have a three-week loan time, and we change the location of the book cart every week. That means if you check out a book from our book cart while we are at CMB, you can catch us again there in three weeks to return it. See you there!

Start the new semester right with a little downtime and light snacks with the Office of Graduate Student Life in the Downtown Campus Game Room (DPAC 108)! This event is a great chance to reconnect with friends, meet new peers, and fuel up for a successful semester ahead. Whether you're a returning grad student or new to the program, this is a great chance to kick off the year with good food, good company, and great games!Snacks and swag are provided by the Office of Graduate Student Life.

Join us for Open Bouldering Night at Blue Swan Boulders for FREE!Bouldering is a unique challenge, a great workout and an opportunity to push your limits - whether you're brand new to climbing or have been at it for years. It requires no special equipment or previous experience, making it perfect for all ages and fitness levels.Meet us on the second floor lobby of Unionwest at 5:30 p.m. As a group, we will head over to Blue Swan Boulders for Open Bouldering Night. Blue Swan Boulders is a five- to seven-minute walk from the UCF Downtown campus. To participate, you must bring your student ID.

This monthly food distribution event is a volunteering opportunity that occurs on the third Thursday of every month at the 910 Livingston Street Church of God about a block and half from UCF Downtown and Valencia College Downtown.The entire volunteer opportunity is from 8:30am-1:00pm. There are 2 volunteer shifts: 8:30am-11:00am and 10:30am-1:00pm. Volunteers may sign up for one or both shifts (link below).Volunteers will be expected to assist with setup and teardown, breakdown and repackage food for distribution, and assist with loading patron's vehicles.*If all 20 spots are filled, you are still able to come volunteer. Registration Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4CA8A923ABF49-52648443-910food/61146899#/

Join us for Big Heart Mentors on January 17th from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM at the Boys and Girls Club Hughes Branch! UCF and Valencia students will connect with kids through hands-on activities, icebreakers, and workshops, sharing personal experiences to inspire young minds. This event helps kids explore careers, discover their passions, and understand how they can shape their futures, while college students enhance their mentoring skills. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference! Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_oxu5eaCAKFufVIo-k70o_ijWr1ctmY2tt2GUGpeMygSAqg/viewform?pli=1

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 noon to 1 p.m.Topic: Writing and Publishing in Peer-Reviewed JournalsThe College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) virtual bi-weekly research circles include presentations and conversations from CCIE faculty as well as faculty from other colleges at UCF, with a focus on collaborative innovative, interdisciplinary and community-based research initiatives.The presentations will provide opportunities to connect with CCIE faculty and share opportunities of mutual interest.Presenters from the community and government agencies are also invited to join in the discussion and explore ways to engage in research and innovation at UCF.DATES and TOPICSSept. 4, 2024 - Centers: CREST, CASTLE Lab, PEERSept. 25, 2024 - CCIE Research Administration Services Team (RAST)Oct. 9, 2024 - NIH Funding SuccessOct. 23, 2024 - Tips for SuccessJan. 22, 2025 - Writing and Publishing in Peer-Reviewed JournalsFeb. 5, 2025 - Faculty Research Fellows: Tips for Success and Value of CollaborationFeb. 19, 2025 - International EngagementMarch 5, 2025 - University and College Communication Resources for Amplifying Research VisibilityApril 2, 2025 - Efforts to Engage Communities and Researchers to Strengthen Community ResilienceApril 16, 2025 - Public Safety - NIJVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/95985035483?pwd=4JGOCuKFKGIGy6TFDdt6xaec3hSPhf.1