Museum in the Parks: Frogs at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo 3000 NW 83 St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Join the Florida Museum for FREE froggy fun with the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo! Learn about amphibians at this special nocturnal edition of Museum in the Parks and gear up for Amphibian Week, May 4-10. The museum will be joined by the FrogWatch team at Santa Fe College and...

FL’s Favorite Comedy Show* at CordaRoy’s

CordaRoy's Showroom 3417 W University Ave., Gainesville, United States

Tailwhip Comedy presents “Florida’s Favorite Comedy Show*” — a live, filmed stand-up showcase at CordaRoy's in Gainesville. This special event features five incredibly talented comedians who all got their start in North Florida, coming together for a night of laughter and hometown pride.

$17

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...

Florida Betony Pickle Workshop at Know Your Earth Farms

Know Your Earth Farms 2412 NW 142nd Ave., Gainesville, United States

Have you ever imagined of turning your lawn weeds into a culinary delight? Join Know Your Earth Farms and learn how to make Florida Betony Pickles. Bring a camp chair and sit under the big pine tree and go through the process of making betony pickles together. The jar and...

$45.00

May the Fourth Beer With You at Swamp Head Brewery

Swamp Head Brewery 3650 SW 42nd Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

A short time from now, in a brewery not so far far away, cans will be filled with limited beers, brewed just for the masters of the force of beer. The Wetlands becomes the Swamps of Dagobah for one day only, and the taps will be flowing with some very...

UF’s Witness Tree: A History of the Oldest Known Longleaf Pine on Campus at Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Center

Hogtown Creek Headwaters Nature Park 1500 NW 45th Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Using aerial photography and archival material, this talk by Brooke Whitaker charts the history of the oldest known longleaf pine on the University of Florida’s campus, first identified during America’s Bicentennial celebration. Designated “The Witness Tree,” the 275 year-old pine has lived through several radical changes to the local area,...

Free

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

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

Join a special evening celebrating the release of Tom Petty Weekend general admission tickets with performances by Gainesville's eclectic rock 'n' roll dance party band, The Shambles, along with the Americana duo, Shiloh, and local singer-songwriter music legend, Mike Boulware. Enjoy Tom Petty music tributes and flash sales for Tom...

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