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How to Write Fight Scenes with Author Dan Sharp at the Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch

Alachua County Library District Millhopper Branch 3145 NW 43rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Writers Alliance of Gainesville for “How to Write Fight Scenes” with author Dan Sharp. On May 4, WAG speakers bureau standout Dan Sharp will present the free program, “How to Write Fight Scenes.” He will point out that conflict, whether it involves fisticuffs or merely harsh words, is...

Free

The Next Generation Spring Concert

Eastside High School Auditorium 1201 SE 43rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience a performance from Dance Alive National Ballet's youth group The Next Generation and Pofahl Studios. The afternoon of dance features original works by eight choreographers, including three student-created pieces. The program includes classical ballet selections from Le Corsaire Suite and contemporary works by resident and guest artists. Special guest...

Event Series Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk at First Magnitude Brewing Company

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

First Magnitude Brewing Company 1220 SE Veitch St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Go birding with the Alachua Audubon Society on the monthly bird walk starting at the brewery. Alachua Audubon Society volunteers lead the bird walk from First Magnitude Brewing to the nature trail at Depot Park. The tour returns to the brewery an hour later with plenty of time for a...

KennaDee Acoustic at Mother’s Pub

Mother's Pub & Grill North 5109 NW 39th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join KennaDee for an evening of good food, great fun, and acoustic fan favorites! Savor delicious bites, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and sing-along to your favorite tunes. It’s the perfect recipe for a fantastic time! Don’t miss it!

Free

Tot Trot: Senses

UF Natural Area Teaching Laboratory Natural Area Dr., Gainesville, United States

Get your toddler excited about science and natural history! Join Florida Museum nature ambassadors for an exciting and interactive nature walk. While their exhibits building is closed, the Florida Museum will still be exploring the natural world at the University of Florida Natural Area Teaching Lab and sharing Museum treasures....

Archer Farmers Market

Archer Historical Society Railroad Museum 16994 SW 134th Ave, Archer, FL, United States
Event Series One Love Market

One Love Market

One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Browse local food and gift vendors at the weekly One Love Market. Select from farm-fresh local produce, meat, plants, baked goods, crafts and more.

Traditional Irish Music at Blackadder Brewing

Blackadder Brewing Company 618 NW 60th St Ste A, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the monthly Traditional Irish Music Session. The heart of Ireland comes alive through traditional tunes! Experience the vibrant atmosphere as local musicians gather at Blackadder Brewing for our monthly Traditional Irish Music Session. Enjoy rich musical heritage and cultural spirit of the Emerald Isle over a pint of ale....

Why Restore? Historic Wood Window Presentation at the Matheson History Museum

Matheson History Museum 513 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL, United States

In celebration of National Historic Preservation Month this May, the Matheson History Museum invites you to a special presentation, “Why Restore: Learn how your historic window can be just as energy efficient/impact-resistant as its replacement ‘cousin’!” Join an engaging hour-long presentation by the award-winning experts at Austin Historical. Restoring historic...

Free

Bird Walk at Sweetwater Wetlands Park

Sweetwater Wetlands Park 325 SW Williston Rd., Gainesville, FL, United States

Join members of the Alachua Audubon Society on a walk through the park. Identify the wide variety of local wetland and migratory birds in a premier birding hotspot. Walks are free with park admission fee ($5/vehicle) and are offered every Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. though the end of May. Birders...

Tom Petty Weekend Presents: Live on the Lawn with The Shambles, Shiloh, Mike Boulware and Friends

Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate the kickoff of Tom Petty Weekend ticket sales with live music from The Shambles, Americana duo Shiloh and local singer-songwriter legend Mike Boulware and friends. Enjoy Tom Petty music tributes and flash sales for Tom Petty Weekend tickets. This event is supported by a Gainesville Community Reinvestment Area Downtown...

Free

Don David’s Jazz Era at One Love Cafe

One Love Cafe 4989 NW 40 St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy good food, good vibes and live music from the One Love patio stage.

Wellness University Seminars: Pain Management and Blood Health

Hilton University of Florida Conference Center 1714 SW 34th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Cracking the pain code: UF breakthroughs in relief Join experts from UF’s Center for Advanced Pain Therapeutics and Research and the Pain Research and Intervention Center of Excellence as they share new discoveries in pain research and treatment. With over 50 million Americans affected by chronic pain,...

Free

HuDost with (V)owls at Heartwood Soundstage

Heartwood Soundstage 619 Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Experience the refined wildness of HuDost, an alt-folk, electric-Americana, world-rock ensemble whose music bridges cultures and hearts. Winners of the Independent Music Award for Social Action Song, this Canadian duo infuses their artistry with a passionate commitment to social justice advocacy. Opening the show are local favorites, (V)owls.

$20 – $25
Event Series Free Fridays Concert Series

Free Fridays Concert Series

Bo Diddley Plaza 111 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

The region’s longest-running and largest free outdoor concert series features diverse local and regional musical talent at Bo Diddley Plaza. Each Friday night from 7 to 9 p.m., bands bring their original and cover tunes to the plaza concert stage in downtown Gainesville. Make a night of it and grab...

The Gainesville Orchestra with Maestro Evans Haile presents: POPS!

Jackson N. Sasser Fine Arts Hall 3000 NW 83rd St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The orchestra presents its annual season finale: POPS!!! Filled with surprises, fun, and popular treats with something for everyone. A wonderful night of celebration to end the season. Season tickets on sale at the Santa Fe Box Office- (352) 395-4181 Admission: General $40.00 Seniors $30.00 Students $20.00

$20 – $40

Pulp Presents Electronic Music with Sam Prekop (The Sea & Cake), MSHR, and Eric Lanham at 117

117 117 NW 16th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Sam Prekop's boundless imagination is guided by his strong sense of melody. For more than 25 years, as a solo artist or as part of The Sea And Cake, Prekop creates a singular sound inventive and warm. His distinctive vocals, guitar playing and work on modular analog synthesizers are inventive,...

$15