Event Series Teen Midnight Basketball

Teen Midnight Basketball

MLK Center 1028 NE 14th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Co-ed basketball for middle and high school-aged youth The Teen Midnight Basketball 3-on-3 program offers monthly athletic opportunities for youth during late night, weekend hours when they might otherwise be involved in unsupervised activities. This program is held monthly on the first Friday night from April to August, at the...

Free

Gainesville Cars and Coffee at Tioga Town Center

Tioga Town Center 133 SW 130th Way, Newberry, FL, United States

Get an up-close view of cars at Gainesville Cars and Coffee. The family-friendly gathering is open to all automotive enthusiasts and is free to attend.

Guided Walks at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens

Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 4700 SW 58th Dr., Gainesville, FL, United States

Kanapaha offers a guided tour of the Gardens the first Saturday of every month, starting at 10:00am. Regular admission price for non-members.

Silver Metal Clay Jewelry Making Workshop at Art Alley

Art Alley Studio 717 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, United States

In this afternoon workshop, make a small piece of jewelry, a pendant, using embossing texture and clay forming techniques. The class will fire the piece with a torch and it will be ready to take home after class. Learn all the techniques necessary to complete this project, tools and silver...

$125

Birds and Brews Guided Bird Walk

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

Join the Alachua Audubon Society for a monthly bird walk that begins and ends at First Magnitude Brewing Company. Volunteers guide participants from the brewery to the nature trail at Depot Park and back—wrapping up at one of Gainesville’s favorite local hangouts. All skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars or...

Voices Rising Community Chorus Fall Term New Singer Registration at Oak Hall School

Oak Hall School 1700 SW 75th St, Gainesville, FL, United States

Show off your vocal skills as Voices Rising Community Chorus holds new singer registration for the fall term on August 3. Drop in anytime 6 - 7:30 p.m. This intergenerational chorus is open to adults and to youth age 8 and up. The only requirement is the ability to “carry...

National Night Out- High Springs

High Springs Civic Center

Safe Kids North Central Florida (SKNCFL) is excited to partner with the High Springs Police Department (HSPD) on Tuesday, August 5th, to host a child passenger safety station from 5 to 8 p.m. during the Annual National Night Out event. HSPD will join thousands of other law enforcement agencies nationwide...

Free

Science Surprises: Exploring the Water Cycle at the Alachua County Library District Alachua Branch

Alachua Library Branch 14298 NW 140th St, Alachua, FL, United States

Splash into Science with the Florida Museum at the library! The neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands and is perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to...

“A History of Gainesville and Alachua County”

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

Learn Alachua County history through the eyes of a collector and preservationist at "A History of Gainesville and Alachua County." Join founding Matheson board president Dr. Mark V. Barrow for an enlightening presentation on the history of Gainesville and Alachua County. Dr. Barrow, a retired cardiologist, has spent over 50...

Free

Science Surprises: Make a Pooter at the Alachua County Library District Waldo Branch

Waldo Library Branch 14998 US Hwy 301, Waldo, FL, United States

Step into the shoes of a scientist and make your own research tools at your local library! Out in the field, researchers use special tools to explore the natural world. Learn how to make and use these neat tools yourself. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions,...

Science Surprises: Exploring the Water Cycle at the Alachua County Library District Micanopy Branch

Micanopy Library Branch 706 NE Cholokka Blvd., Micanopy, FL, United States

Splash into Science with the Florida Museum at the library! The neat science sessions bring the water cycle into your hands and is perfect for elementary-aged learners looking for something new to do. This four-part series consists of four free, 45-minute learning sessions aimed at bringing core science concepts to...

Concert and Lecture “Reflections of Practice” with Dr. Julian Saporiti (No-No Boy) and Dr. Maggie Clifford at 117 Venue

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

Learn about the utility and impact of songwriting for academic research with a discussion and live performances from Dr. Julian Saporiti (No-No Boy) and Dr. Maggie Clifford. The University of Florida hosts Dr. Saporiti for a one-week multidisciplinary residency, including a special concert and lecture at Pulp Arts' new 117 venue....

Free

Celebr-EIGHT! Anniversary Party at Cypress and Grove Brewing Company

Cypress & Grove Brewing Company 1001 NW 4th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Celebrate eight years of craft beer, community and good times in the old ice house at Cypress & Grove’s 8th anniversary party. Enjoy new beer releases, timed tappings, live music and food trucks. The Kids Corner by Art Hive is family friendly. Food Trucks: Flouthern BBQ, Eim Thai, Kalacrow Wood...

FREE

The Top’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

The Top 30 N. Main St., Gainesville, F, United States

Celebrate 25 years of good food, good drinks and good times. The Top is turning a quarter of a century! Time sure flies by while you're having fun. Festivities include a silver baby hunt, drink specials, giveaways and Magic Mike & Festive Faces. An extra special show next door at...

Free

Great Gainesville Pottery Throw Down at Art Alley

Art Alley Studio 717 NW 1st Street, Gainesville, United States

See four potters compete on the potters wheel to make the largest, the most & the best clay pots in fun short contests. The audience will vote and also get a chance to take a spin on the wheel. Hands on clay play table. Handmade ceramics by local artists on...

$5

Feathers and Friends, Supporting Wild Turkey Research at First Magnitude Brewing

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

Flock to First Magnitude and help save wild turkey research from the UF Game Lab. Feathers and Friends is a family-friendly fundraising event with interactive research booths, demonstrations, stickers and crafts, and lots and lots of baby turkey photos, videos and stories.

Free

Your Road to Traditional Publishing 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 a talk by author Judith T. Fisher on securing a literary agent and traditional publisher while avoiding pitfalls and scams. Learn how to craft query letters, navigate submissions while avoiding pitfalls and scams. Judith T. Fisher shares her path from blogging to fiction,...

Free

Springs Academy Lecture – Springs Hydrogeology

Florida Springs Welcome Center 18645 High Springs Main St., High Springs, FL, United States

Explore how water flows through Florida’s aquifer with Jim Gross, Physical Sciences adjunct professor at Santa Fe College. Learn the fundamentals of springs hydrogeology and gain a deeper understanding of the region’s freshwater resources. This free, drop-in lecture is part of the Springs Academy monthly series. Each class is tailored...

Free