About Us
Our Mission
Our mission is to enhance the lives of attendees by peer learning, social interaction, and active participation in an academic environment.
ILIR is a non-profit organization, a community of people who enjoy learning and each other. Classes are small and interactive. All presenters are volunteers.
Classes include something for everyone: Current Events, Science, Arts and Literature, Short Stories, Poetry, Film Club, Issues and Ideas, Philosophy, Ukulele and more.
Prior to COVID, classes met at the Boca Raton Community Center. Since COVID, classes have been on ZOOM. Although we miss meeting in-person, we have capitalized on the opportunity to hear speakers from all over the country.
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FAQ's
What makes ILIR different from other lifelong learning programs?
How many classes does ILIR offer?
Currently on ZOOM, we offer as many as seven morning and afternoon classes each week during our Fall, Winter, and Spring Terms of six to eight weeks. In our shorter Summer Term—usually four to six weeks--we offer as many as four different classes each week.
Can you give me examples of ILIR classes?
The ILIR schedule is an eclectic mix of classes that changes each session. ZOOM has offered us a unique opportunity to hear from speakers from all over the country. When we meet in person, larger classes like Current Events, SPOTLIGHT: Science and Environment, SPOTLIGHT: Arts and Literature and Film Club are set up classroom style. Smaller classes like Poetry, Short Stories, Personal Essays, Healthy Relationships in Our Senior Years and You Can Ukulele meet around a conference table.
Do I pay for each class?
No, you pay just one single fee for an entire term. You can attend every class, as many as you wish.