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Renaissance Academy News - December 2019
Renaissance Academy OPEN HOUSE
Do you have some friends who are interested in taking classes and are not sure what the Renaissance Academy is all about? Bring them as your guest at our 2020 open house. The Open House will provide an opportunity for participants to learn more about the Academy, meet instructors, register for courses, and enjoy refreshments.
 
OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, 
January 5th
2:00 - 4:00pm
Naples Center
1010 5th Ave South
Naples, FL 34102
New Unlimited Memberships
We are now offering four unlimited memberships with special perks, please see full details in the program guide. Membership fees are non-refundable. 

Annual Platinum Unlimited Member: Purchase an Annual Platinum Membership for a fee of $1,350 and get unlimited access to all RA lectures, courses, day trips and special events from January 1 - December 15, 2020 (space permitting and excludes travel programs).

Annual Gold Unlimited Membership: Purchase an Annual Gold Membership for a fee of $850 and get unlimited access to all RA lectures and courses from January 1 - December 15, 2019 (space permitting and excludes Bridge, Mah Jongg, Day Trips & Special Events, Tai Chi/Yoga, Photoshop Elements, Contemporary Art, Writing Programs, In-Depth Seminars, Foreign Languages and Travel programs). Lecture & Lunch programs will cost $20.

Winter/Spring Seasonal Platinum Unlimited Member: Purchase a Winter/Spring Seasonal Platinum Membership for a fee of $1,000 and get unlimited access to all RA lectures, courses, day trips and special events from January 1 - May 31, 2020 (space permitting and excludes travel programs).

Winter/Spring Seasonal Gold Unlimited Membership: Purchase a Winter/Spring Seasonal Gold Membership for a fee of $650 and get unlimited access to all RA lectures and courses from January 1 - May 31, 2020 (space permitting and excludes Bridge, Mah Jongg, Day Trips & Special Events, Tai Chi/Yoga, Photoshop Elements, Contemporary Art, Writing Programs, In-Depth Seminars, Foreign Languages and Travel programs). Lecture & Lunch programs will cost $20.

2020 Annual & Seasonal
Memberships

membership graphic image Membership is an Opportunity, Not a Requirement - Academy Membership provides the opportunity for individuals committed to the concept of lifelong learning to be active participants in this exciting venture. Being a Member provides access to the Academy's activities at a substantial savings and provides the financial support that assures the expansion and development of its curriculum. It is a partnership that further enriches the intellectual and cultural life of our community.

Annual Memberships, valid from January 1 - December 15, 2020, are available for $75 per person and $125 for same-household couples. For seasonal residents who wish to support lifelong learning and enjoy the benefits of Membership, the Renaissance Academy offers a Seasonal Membership program. A Seasonal Membership, valid from January 1 - May 31, 2020, is $55 per person and $95 for same-household couples. Membership fees are non-refundable.
Learning Center Locations 
OPEN TO EVERYONE!

This Winter and Spring, The Renaissance Academy will be offering classes at The Commons Club at the Brooks (Bonita Springs/Estero), The Collaboratory (Downtown Ft. Myers),  The Naples Center (Naples), Moorings Park (Naples), Moorings Park at Grey Oaks (Southeast Naples),  The Arlington (Naples), Bentley Village (Naples) , Siena Lakes (North Naples), Longshore Lake  (North Naples),  Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh (North Naples), Hideaway Beach (Marco Island),  and Herald Court Centre  (Punta Gorda). 

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Brooks Commons Club, Bonita Springs 


The Collaboratory


Longshore Lake

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FGCU's Naples Center

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Moorings Park, Naples


Moorings Park at Grey Oaks, Southeast Naples

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The Arlington, Southeast Naples

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Bentley Village, North Naples

Siena Lakes, North Naples


Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh, North Naples

Hideaway Beach Club
Hideaway Beach, Marco Island

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Herald Court Centre
Punta Gorda
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FGCU Office of Continuing Education

10501 FGCU Blvd. South
Edwards Hall, Suite 313

Fort Myers, Florida 33965

(239) 745-4600

 

The Renaissance Academy Announces its
  WINTER/SPRING 2020
  Program and 
Registrations are Now Open!

Registration for the 2020 Winter-Spring program is available online now. The Academy will be closed for Winter Break from December 24, 2019 until January 2, 2020. Please browse our offerings, purchase memberships and register online at our website or contact us at 239-434-4737 when we reopen.

Program Guides are now available in most local libraries.  They will be mailed the first week of January 2020 to everyone who has taken a class in the last year.

We would like to extend an enthusiastic invitation for you to join our wonderfully rich and diverse set of programmatic offerings.  We offer many adventures for the mind, body and spirit.   

CLICK ON THE PICTURE OF THE PROGRAM GUIDE ABOVE TO BROWSE OUR DIGITAL ONLINE GUIDE.
The Renaissance Academy Announces A New Downtown Ft. Myers Location at 
The Collaboratory

In partnership with the Community Foundation, the Renaissance Academy will offer programs at The Collaboratory at 2031 Jackson Street in Downtown Ft. Myers. Click on the icon to the left to view the SPECIAL program guide for our Ft. Myers residents.

Please note, the Downtown Ft. Myers program guide will NOT be mailed.  It is only available ONLINE. Be sure to tell your neighbors and friends about the return of Renaissance Academy to Ft. Myers.

Lee County residents can also enjoy an expanded program at the Brooks Commons Club in the Bonita Springs/Estero area as well.  

We would like to extend an enthusiastic invitation for you to join our wonderfully rich and diverse set of programmatic offerings.  We offer adventures for the mind, body and spirit.   

CLICK ON THE PICTURE OF THE PROGRAM GUIDE ABOVE TO BROWSE OUR DIGITAL DOWNTOWN FT. MYERS PROGRAM GUIDE.

NEW COLLIER 
LOCATIONS  IN 2020:


Renaissance Academy is pleased to announce three new Collier County locations for winter/spring 2020. Longshore Lake 
in North Naples, Siena Lakes in North Naples and Aston Gardens at Pelican Marsh in North Naples which are open to everyone. We hope you will use these beautiful and convenient new learning centers. Our Longshore Lake program will include lunch following each of the lecture programs. 


RENAISSANCE ACADEMY 2020 TRAVEL PROGRAMS

Eight exciting and luxurious tours are planned for our upcoming travel season and we invite you to learn about them all. Through unique and interesting itineraries, participants have the opportunity to experience life outside the classroom, visit historic sites with local guides, experience another culture - its customs, cuisine, language and history - and delight in conversation and laughter with fellow explorers who share a love of travel and a sense of adventure.

2020 TRAVEL PROGRAMS INCLUDE:
  • National Parks of the Southwest
  • Italian River Cruise along the River Po
  • St. Petersburg and the Baltic Capitals
  • Provincial France
  • Northern Italy
  • Sicily in Depth
  • Israel Timeless Wonders
  • Patagonian Frontiers
Attend one of our FREE 2020 Travel Open Houses to learn more.   Pre-Registration is required!

Brooks Commons Club
February 3, 10:00-11:30AM

Naples Center
February 4, 10:00-11:30AM

The Collaboratory Downtown Fort Myers
February 11, 10:00-11:30AM

Naples Center
February 21, 1:30-3:30PM

Naples Center
March 3, 10:00-11:30AM

Naples Center
March 18, 10:00-11:30AM

 

MEMBER BENEFITS:


Although membership is NOT required to participate in our programs, by purchasing an unlimited,  annual or seasonal membership, you are supporting lifelong 
learning in our community while earning the following important benefits:

1.  20% savings or more off most programs.

2.  15% additional discount when you purchase five or more lectures at one time (some exclusions apply).

3.  Free select programs for members.

4.  Member Do-Overs: Retake your favorite lectures and courses at a 50% discount.  

5. Early access to program guides and registration.