# Event Details - **Event Name**: Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 01:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Learn the basics of clinical trials—how they work, why they matter and how you can get involved in advancing medical research. Open to 18+About this EventWe hope to see you on Wednesday, April 16th at Ivy on the Square (53 S Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34471) Ocala Parking Garage One (296 SE Broadway St): Free parking daily across from City Hall. From 12- 1:30PM for our lunch & learn!Join us for an informative session on understanding clinical trials. Learn how studies are designed, the role of participants and how clinical research leads to new medical breakthroughs. Perfect for anyone curious about how new treatments are developed and approved.Lunch will be included with your reservation.Space is limited—reserve your seat. Doors open 30 minutes prior to the event start time.Please note: Our community events are designed to welcome new guests. If you’ve attended more than 5 events with us in the past 6 months, we kindly ask that you allow space for first-time attendees. You’re always welcome at our movie events, which remain open to the entire Charter Research family! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ocala/free-lunch-and-learn-understanding-clinical-trials/100001986805908957 - **Event Categories**: Entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 6 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ocala - **state**: FL - **country**: United States - **location**: Ivy on the Square - **lat**: 29.1856333 - **long**: -82.1368548 - **full address**: Ivy on the Square, 53 South Magnolia Avenue, Ocala, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/d580fc0b4733284a22d025f8d56407b236a84e1c2d5d4f7963a6287b3853efdf-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf9faf4-gmir.jpg?v=1775773861 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials being held? - **A:** Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials takes place on Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Thu, 16 Apr, 2026 at 01:30 pm at Ivy on the Square, 53 South Magnolia Avenue, Ocala, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials? - **A:** Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials is organized by Charter Research. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Charter Research's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Charter Research a rating of 4.67/5 based on reviews from 87 verified attendees on AllEvents. Charter Research has 343+ followers on AllEvents, reflecting a trusted and active community of event-goers who follow their events. Charter Research has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Free Lunch & Learn: Understanding Clinical Trials is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ocala, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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