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Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey and Music by Tom Kitt Directed by Stephanie Lynge Get ready for an emotional… Continue Reading Next to Normal
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Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey and Music by Tom Kitt Directed by Stephanie Lynge Get ready for an emotional… Continue Reading Next to Normal
NMRA blasts into '24 at Gainesville Raceway (Gainesville, FL) with the ultimate all-Ford party called the Spring Break Shootout! This… Continue Reading NMRA Spring Break Shootout
Join Haile Equestrian for their Annual Open House on February 25th 1-3 pm! FREE EVENT Open to Everyone SUNDAY, FEBRUARY… Continue Reading Haile Equestrian Open House
Live & Local is a free concert series open to all ages. It features some of Gainesville’s most talented emerging… Continue Reading Live & Local Concert Series
Wind down your weekend with some live music on Sunday, Feb 25 at 4PM. "Unwound" trio includes acoustic/electric guitars, vocal… Continue Reading Live Music Featuring Unwound at Blackadder Brewing
Ladysmith Black Mambazo has celebrated more than 60 years of joyous and uplifting melodies. Within this music are the intricate… Continue Reading Ladysmith Black Mambazo
First Presbyterian Music Lunch Series: Join us Tuesdays in February at 12:15 p.m. for 25-minute concerts with guest musicians from… Continue Reading First Presbyterian Church February Lunch Music Series
Thespian Troupe #4102 received an unprecedented number of excellent and superior ratings at the recent competition. Come enjoy their showcase… Continue Reading PK Yonge Thespian Showcase
Join Gainesville Fire Rescue for family-friendly discussions about healthy relationships, safe touch, consent and contraceptives! Activities: Build-your-own-bouquet for the first… Continue Reading Healthy Afternoons: Love Yourself, Love Others
In the late 1980s, Gainesville had a well-documented and researched history, numerous nationally-recognized historical sites, and multiple civic organizations centered… Continue Reading “Weaving a Community: 30 Years of the Matheson History Museum” Exhibition Opens
Join the Center for Arts, Migration and Entrepreneurship as we present The Citizen, the next film screening in the Migration… Continue Reading Film Screening: The Citizen
En Garde! Featuring lavish sword fights and sweeping romance, this adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel evokes a time where… Continue Reading Buchholz Players production of The Three Musketeers
You've got an extra day this year. How will you spend it? Come on, get hoppy with The Imbeciles! They… Continue Reading Come on, get hoppy with The Imbeciles at Blackadder Brewing
In honor of the opening of a new permanent exhibit, the Florida Museum of Natural History is hosting the ‘Water… Continue Reading Entries accepted for ‘Water Shapes Florida’ photo challenge until March 1
Join Dudley Farm and see how fields were plowed for the spring plantings. See different types of field plows and… Continue Reading Plowing Up The Past
Explore color, shape, pattern and other "tot interests" during this free program for children ages 2–5 and their caregivers. Enjoy… Continue Reading Tot Time: Mix it Up
Kids (with an adult) can learn about the exciting world of amphibians, reptiles, and all the animals we share this… Continue Reading Frogs and Friends Friday
Live & Local is a FREE concert series open to ALL AGES. It features some of Gainesville’s most talented emerging… Continue Reading Live & Local Concert Series
From the UK: Poet Priest Malcolm Guite: The Episcopal Chapel of the Incarnation (1522 W University Avenue) is hosting an… Continue Reading An Evening of Poetry with Malcolm Guite
A fine art fair in downtown High Springs Florida featuring fine artists and craftsman. Visit and shop the amazing artists… Continue Reading Art Fair on the Green Downtown High Springs FL
Learn about Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park on a ranger-led tour. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a… Continue Reading Ranger-Led Tour at Devil’s Millhopper
Join Dudley Farm and see how fields were plowed for the spring plantings. See different types of field plows and… Continue Reading Plowing Up The Past
Unbelievably, it has been sixteen years since the start of Swamp Head Brewery and to celebrate they're bringing you Swamp… Continue Reading Swamp Fest: Swamp Head Brewery’s 16th Anniversary
The mission of TEDxGainesville is to highlight local individuals and stories to open minds and transform the Greater Gainesville community.… Continue Reading TEDxGainesville
Gainesville’s reputation for thought leadership notches another win the evening of March 2nd, when TEDxGainesville premieres its fourth annual presentation… Continue Reading TEDxGainesville 2024
The mission of TEDxGainesville is to highlight local individuals and stories to open minds and transform the Greater Gainesville community.… Continue Reading TEDxGainesville 2024 – Intention
We are honored to host Sandra Gail Lambert for the launch of her latest book – "My Withered Legs and… Continue Reading My Withered Legs and Other Essays
Come out to HSNCF at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 3rd, for a special performance by country music artist Trey… Continue Reading Trey Taylor Concert Benefitting the Humane Society of North Central Florida
Perspectives in the Parks features experts in their field sharing information on a variety of topics including science, nature, history… Continue Reading Perspectives in the Parks: Exploring Native Wildflowers of North Florida
GGIC is excited to share our next event in our Hear the World Musical Series. GGIC works to share our… Continue Reading Hear the World Musical Series
4 p.m. James O'Donnell, organ concert 6 p.m. 30-minute talk about music at Westminster Abbey James O'Donnell, LVO, British Organist… Continue Reading Concert with James O’Donnell, Organist
Hey Gainesville families! Gear up for a super fun Storytime and Craft session with Brecky Breck at the High Springs… Continue Reading Toddler Storytime, Craft with Brecky Breck
The Center for Arts, Migration and Entrepreneurship is screening Everything, Everywhere, All At Once, followed by guest speakers as part… Continue Reading Film Screening: Everything Everywhere All At Once
Public Enrichment Course Focused on European Culinary Culture. Beginning January 2024 Join CES for a series of classes about distinct… Continue Reading Savoring Europe in Six Flavors
Step Afrika! is dedicated to the tradition of stepping, blending percussive styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities,… Continue Reading Step Afrika!
Please join local author Ash Clifton for a short reading from his debut novel, Twice the Trouble, on March 5,… Continue Reading Book Launch and Reading
Balance Bike and BMX Clinic for Kids 5 and Under Join a day of pedal-powered fun with Brecky Breck! 🚴♀️🚀… Continue Reading Ride Bikes with Brecky Breck in Gainesville!
Enjoy an evening of bingo in support of the Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs! Your ticket will include bingo cards… Continue Reading 10th Annual Bodacious Handbag Bingo
Live & Local is a FREE concert series open to ALL AGES. It features some of Gainesville’s most talented emerging… Continue Reading Live & Local Concert Series
Join the premiere screening of Shirley, soon to be released on Fox. After the screening, there will be a panel… Continue Reading Premier Screening of “Shirley” the documentary about the legendary SHIRLEY MULDOWNEY
Welcome to an exclusive workshop with Gene Rivers, where the keys to unlocking financial freedom through real estate will be… Continue Reading The Mills Group Presents: Unlocking Financial Freedom Through Real Estate
The UF Center for European Studies presents Guest Artist Joseph Bognar in a Piano recital in coordination with the European… Continue Reading European Artists in Postwar Excile Guest Artist Recital: Joseph Bognar, Piano
El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el segundo y cuarto viernes… Continue Reading Club de Escucha+ Gainesville, FL
Learn about Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park on a ranger-led tour. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a… Continue Reading Ranger-Led Tour at Devil’s Millhopper
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/30th-anniversary-sock-hop-tickets-828691567787?aff=oddtdtcreator Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Matheson History Museum with a Sock Hop in the former American Legion… Continue Reading 30th Anniversary Sock Hop
Join GROW HUB on the second Saturday of March, April, and May for their Spring Pop-Up Shop series! The event… Continue Reading GROW HUB Spring Pop Up Shops
Time for the annual Pi Day Pie Competition! We will be hosting the competition on Saturday, March 9th. Have a… Continue Reading Pi(e) Competition at Blackadder Brewing
In camps, students will explore the sport of archery and learn the skills they need to continue in the sport.… Continue Reading Spring Discover Archery Camp
American Cancer Society-A Cure is Brewing at Swamphead Brewery March 11, 2024. From 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Food, Live… Continue Reading A Cure is Brewing at Swamp Head Brewery
In camps, students will explore the sport of archery and learn the skills they need to continue in the sport.… Continue Reading Spring Discover Archery Camp
In camps, students will explore the sport of archery and learn the skills they need to continue in the sport.… Continue Reading Spring Discover Archery Camp
Enter the gateway to art and culture from the Himalayas and throughout Asia at Museum Nights. Enjoy tours and activities… Continue Reading Art After Dark: Museum Nights: Gateway to Asia
These camps are open to anyone looking for competitive training, especially archers preparing for outdoor competitions. Archers will take part… Continue Reading Outdoor Competitive Prep Camp
Live & Local is a FREE concert series open to ALL AGES. It features some of Gainesville’s most talented emerging… Continue Reading Live & Local Concert Series
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church is excited to announce that the Gainesville community band will be performing at the parish again.… Continue Reading Third Friday Concert Featuring – The Gainesville Community Band
Jazz Up Spring: In honor of Jazz Appreciation Month in April, the SF Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo will perform… Continue Reading Jazz Up Spring
Celebrate the Persian New Year with a multicultural experience of food, art and music. Wear your nationality’s traditional costume and… Continue Reading 2nd Annual Nowruz and International Festival
Learn about Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park on a ranger-led tour. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a… Continue Reading Ranger-Led Tour at Devil’s Millhopper
"May your troubles be less and your blessings be more and nothing but happiness come through your door." Join us… Continue Reading Erin Go Bragh at Blackadder Brewing
St Patrick's day eve show in the backyard!! Going to be a fun time!!
Bring your friends and family for a fun morning of catch-and-release fishing with UF Fishing for Success. All are welcome,… Continue Reading UF Family Fishing Day
Welcome to Gainesville Area Pop-up Flea Market Barter Swap & Buy The market meets every 3rd Saturday of the month… Continue Reading GAINESVILLE’S POP-UP FLEA MARKET BARTER SWAP & BUY
This is a free workshop for adults who have a fear of the water. Discuss how to overcome fear and… Continue Reading Overcoming Fear of Water Workshop
No. 9 Productions is proud to be presenting in collaboration with Pulp Arts, CAME, and SUBLIME FREQUENCIES a double feature… Continue Reading Sublime Frequencies Film Screening with Director Hisham Mayet
The Bull’s annual St. Paddy’s bash returns featuring live music from Rancho La Chua, Wooden Roots, and The Celtic Ray,… Continue Reading St. Pat’s on the Streatery
Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music is coming to the Phillips Center — and they are bringing their family with… Continue Reading Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy
Public Enrichment Course Focused on European Culinary Culture. Beginning January 2024 Join CES for a series of classes about distinct… Continue Reading Savoring Europe in Six Flavors
Welcome to the **Vision Board Check-In** hosted by the BLAAC Interns! Join us for an evening of reflection, inspiration, and… Continue Reading Vision Board Check In by the Bailey Learning and Arts Collective UF ALP Interns
Twenty-time Grammy® Award-winning guitarist Pat Metheny is known to bring something unique to every performance. This show is no exception, focusing… Continue Reading Pat Metheny Dream Box Tour
Join the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo and the Alachua County Library every 3rd Wednesday of the month for Story… Continue Reading Story Time at the Zoo
Please join KennaDee for a Wednesday evening of amazing food, fun and acoustic fan favorites!
Join the CAME Office as they welcome Adia Whitaker, visiting artist with the Àṣẹ Dance Collective (Brooklyn, NY), to discuss… Continue Reading Creative Conversations: Visiting Artist Adia Whitaker and Àṣẹ Dance Company
Come out to the Grand Opening of PrimoHoagies Gainesville on Thursday March 21st at 10 AM at 211 S Main… Continue Reading PrimoHoagies Gainesville Grand Opening Event!
Florida Gators Women's Basketball will be hosting the first round of the inaugural Women's Basketball Invitational Tournament at the Stephen… Continue Reading Florida Gators Women’s Basketball
CAS @60 New Directions in African Studies The 60th Annual Carter Conference, "New Directions in African Studies," offers an enriching… Continue Reading CAS@60: Center for African Studies, 60th Annual Carter Conference
Live & Local is a FREE concert series open to ALL AGES. It features some of Gainesville’s most talented emerging… Continue Reading Live & Local Concert Series
CAS @60 New Directions in African Studies The 60th Annual Carter Conference, "New Directions in African Studies," offers an enriching… Continue Reading CAS@60: Center for African Studies, 60th Annual Carter Conference
The University of Florida’s School of Art + Art History’s Harn Eminent Scholar Chair in Art History (HESCAH) program presents:… Continue Reading Surrealism, Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
El Club de Escucha+ Gainesville comenzó el 13 de enero del 2023. Generalmente, nos reunimos el segundo y cuarto viernes… Continue Reading Club de Escucha+ Gainesville, FL
A night of story through music, with singer-songwriters Jordan Burchel (local) & Apis (touring) thrilling the spirit and warming the… Continue Reading LIVE MUSIC at The Bull
Learn about Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park on a ranger-led tour. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a… Continue Reading Ranger-Led Tour at Devil’s Millhopper
Celebrate the opening of the Florida Museum of Natural History’s new “Water Shapes Florida” exhibit on March 23! This free… Continue Reading Dive into the Florida Museum’s new water exhibit opening March 23
India Cultural and Education Center(ICEC) presents India Fest which includes Music, Health Fair, Food, Fashion and fun activity for Kids
Join Dudley Farm and discover an authentic working farm owned by the Dudleys from post Civil War to mid-1940s, now… Continue Reading Dudley Farm Historic State Park Tour
The Artisans’ Guild Gallery presents Earth Bound with Laurie Wilkins A Non-profit organization featuring Fair Trade Folk Art and Fine… Continue Reading The Artisans’ Guild Gallery presents Earth Bound: Folk Art & Fine Crafts
Come taste your way around the world, no passport needed. The international food festival will feature home-cooked creations and specialties… Continue Reading Taste the World International Food Festival
Dive Down the Rabbit Hole for a Tea-Riffic Easter Extravaganza! Join Butler Town Center for a whimsical adventure on Sunday,… Continue Reading Easter Extravaganza & Costume Contest!
Sunday Racing at High Springs BMX Registration and Practice 2:30-4pm Racing Starts 4:20pm Free One-day Memberships available to try BMX!… Continue Reading Egg Hunt and Race
Music Director and virtuoso violinist Joshua Bell returns to our stage to lead the Academy of St Martin in the… Continue Reading Academy of St Martin in the Fields Joshua Bell, Music Director and Violinist
Join Sunday writing sessions - in person or via Zoom. You can work on your current project or use one… Continue Reading Weekly Writing Circle
Wind down your weekend with acoustic duo PairODocs on Sunday, March 24th at 4PM. Join us for some familiar tunes… Continue Reading Live Music with PairODocs at Blackadder Brewing
D.K. Stanley Day featuring Daniel M. Wolpert, Ph.D. at the UF College of Health & Human Performance 10:30 a.m.- 4… Continue Reading D.K. Stanley Day featuring Daniel M. Wolpert, Ph.D.
This series of guided meditations, led by instructors from the UF Mindfulness team, is inspired by art in the Harn… Continue Reading Art & Mindfulness: Presence through the Senses
We are extremely excited to bring the magic of one of the world's most famous nannies to stage here at… Continue Reading Mary Poppins the Musical at Eastside High School
Healthy Afternoons with Gainesville Fire Rescue presents... Take a Bite out of Life! This is a FREE, family-friendly event for… Continue Reading Healthy Afternoons: Take a Bite out of Life
Join New York Times best-selling author Douglas Brinkley as he speaks about his new book, Silent Spring Revolution, a history… Continue Reading Best-Selling Author Douglas Brinkley: Silent Spring Revolution
Recent years have given life an experimental feel. As interlocked and unpredictable sources of upheaval become the norm, we ask:… Continue Reading Center for the Humanities and the Public Sphere Speaker Series 2023-2024: Scales of Belonging
Recent years have given life an experimental feel. As interlocked and unpredictable sources of upheaval become the norm, we ask:… Continue Reading Center for the Humanities and the Public Sphere Speaker Series 2023-2024: Scales of Belonging
It's charity B-I-N-G-O time! Join us for an evening of fun to benefit our charity partner: Junior League of Gainesville… Continue Reading Charity B-I-N-G-O at Blackadder Brewing
We are extremely excited to bring the magic of one of the world's most famous nannies to stage here at… Continue Reading Mary Poppins the Musical at Eastside High School
by James Ijames With a premise equal parts playful, prescient and preposterous, art imitates life (or is it the other… Continue Reading White at the Hippodrome Theatre
The 6th-ranked Florida Gators Baseball team takes on the Mississippi State Bulldogs this weekend in a three-game series! Come out… Continue Reading #6 Florida Baseball vs. #21 Mississippi State
Live & Local is a FREE concert series open to ALL AGES. It features some of Gainesville’s most talented emerging… Continue Reading Live & Local Concert Series
Join ARTWALK on March 29, 7 - 10 PM! GFAA is collaborating with the Center for European Studies at the… Continue Reading ARTWALK – Contemporary Slovak Poster Art
Are you ready for a horror themed Easter event?!? Join us for a story driven egg scavenger HAUNT through scare… Continue Reading Dreadful Eggstravaganza
We are extremely excited to bring the magic of one of the world's most famous nannies to stage here at… Continue Reading Mary Poppins the Musical at Eastside High School
Learn about Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park on a ranger-led tour. Meet in front of the Visitor Center for a… Continue Reading Ranger-Led Tour at Devil’s Millhopper
Last Chance Races for points for the state championship Races run March 30, April 2 and April 4 See times… Continue Reading End of Season Points Dash at High Springs BMX
Are you ready for a horror themed Easter event?!? Join us for a story driven egg scavenger HAUNT through scare… Continue Reading Dreadful Eggstravaganza
HER VOICE. HIS VISION. THEIR STORY. ON YOUR FEET! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage, and two people… Continue Reading ON YOUR FEET! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan
This series of guided meditations, led by instructors from the UF Mindfulness team, is inspired by art in the Harn… Continue Reading Art & Mindfulness: Breathing into Impermanence
Non Profit Organization March 30-31, 2024 COMMUNITY GATHERING EVENT March 30, 2024 EASTER EGG HUNT 11am-1pm Raffle tickets prizes giveaway… Continue Reading Head Hunters Management BLACK FESTIVAL
Easter Brunch Buffet at Best Western Gateway Grand Hotel & Conference Center Join a delightful Easter brunch at Best Western… Continue Reading Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet
Catch the series finale between the 6th-ranked Florida Baseball team and the 21st-ranked Mississippi State Bulldogs at Condron Family Ballpark.… Continue Reading #6 Florida Baseball vs. #21 Mississippi State
Are you ready for a horror themed Easter event?!? Join us for a story driven egg scavenger HAUNT through scare… Continue Reading Dreadful Eggstravaganza
Non Profit Organization March 30-31, 2024 COMMUNITY GATHERING EVENT March 30, 2024 EASTER EGG HUNT 11am-1pm Raffle tickets prizes giveaway… Continue Reading Head Hunters Management BLACK FESTIVAL
Welcome to Easter Brunch at Sweetwater Branch Inn! Join a delightful morning filled with delicious food, good company, and Easter… Continue Reading Easter Brunch
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