Preview: Agnes of God
Mystery, murder and drama will keep you sitting on the edge of your seat during the Gainesville’s Community Playhouse’s newest production, Agnes of God. Written by John Pielmeier and directed by Carlos Asse and Jennie Stringfellow, Agnes of God follows a court-appointed psychiatrist investigating a young novice in a convent accused of murdering her newborn. [...]
Free Fridays: Tribute bands recreate The Rolling Stones
Calling all Rolling Stones fans! The Rolling Stones are making a comeback — with the help of 13 local tribute bands. Mick Marino and the Nasty Habits is a new band that came together for the sole purpose of recreating The Rolling Stones album “Get Yer Ya Ya’s Out” for the “Free Fridays” concert series [...]
Help UF Win Spotify’s My College, My Sound Challenge
Spotify’s My College, My Sound Challenge comes to a close on Friday, and UF was in the #2 spot out of more than 500 colleges as of May 10. What are you waiting for? Make a playlist for the Gators!
Learn to Fly for Free with Sky Chiefs Aviation — This Saturday
If learning how to fly a plane is something you’ve always wanted to do but the cost has held you back, get ready — this weekend is for you. Courtesy of Sky Chiefs Aviation, you can learn to fly for free (yes, we said free) during a 40-minute No Excuses Discovery Flight. Participants will sit [...]
Runways and Rescues this Friday
If you’re a fan of both canines and couture fashion (who isn’t?), then you’re in luck! Runways and Rescues is back for another year of glitz, glam and tail wagging. Brought to you by Jacquelyn Brooks Designs and Haile’s Angels Pet Rescue, the Runways and Rescues Fashion Show will feature designs from Jacquelyn Brooks and [...]
Review: Hamlet & The Prince Formerly Known as Hamlet: A Justin Thyme Mystery
Anytime there is a new stage play production in Gainesville at one of the theatres, we are always excited to attend the preview night. However, it makes it an extra-special event when it’s for a great cause. We attended the premiere of “Hamlet & The Prince Formerly Known as Hamlet: A Justin Thyme Mystery,” and [...]
A Triathlon Experience- Just for Kids!
Kids get a chance to charge into the swim, bike and run competition on June 2 at the Kid Triathlon. It even includes an optional waterslide race start!
National Tourism Week
Tourism in Gainesville? With the obvious draw of people to Gator Nation, the unique destinations like the Lachua and Hawthorne Trails and the arts available at the Hipp and the Doris, the answer must be plenty (of tourism). Gainesville receives an estimated 8 million visitors annually, according to Roland Loog, the executive director of Visit [...]
Mother’s Day Events and Gift Ideas
How are you celebrating your mom this Mother’s Day? Here are our top things to do and best gifts to get your mom this year! IN A SOUTHERN GARDEN – THOMAS CENTER MAIN GALLERY When: Special Mother’s Day Reception: Sunday, May 13th Where: 302 N.E. 6th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, (352) 393-8532 Cost: Free and open [...]
Moonlight Walk at Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
Take a soothing moonlit stroll through Kanapaha Botanical Gardens this Friday, May 5. Guiding you through the night will be twinkle lights, lanterns and approximately 1,500 luminaries along a 1.25 mile path.
