Step Back In Time at Living History Days

Morningside Nature Center 3540 E University Ave., Gainesville, FL, United States

Step back in time to life on an 1870s farm at Living History Days.  Experience what life was like 150 years ago on at the Living History Farm at Morningside Nature Center. Interpreters in costume bring the past to life with insights into day-to-day life. Explore the log cabin and...

ASL Story Time for Kids with The Giving Cypress at The Lynx

The Lynx 601 S Main St., Gainesville, FL, United States

The Lynx and The Giving Cypress host a special American Sign Language story time featuring The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. A discussion of sign language and inclusive spaces follows the reading with Summer Crider of The Giving Cypress. 

Yoga at the Millhopper

Devils Millhopper Geological State Park 4732 Millhopper Rd, Gainesville, FL, United States

Enjoy a yoga experience at Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park. Bring your yoga mat, water bottle, bug spray, towel and friends. Meet under the trees of the courtyard in the parking lot. Class begins promptly at 10 a.m. This class is free with park admisison.

Free Natural Healing Event at ChayaVeda Integrative Healing Arts Studio

ChayaVeda Integrative Healing Arts Studio 631 NW 41 St. E6, Gainesville, United States

Start the year with ChayaVeda's Foundations of Natural Healing and explore tools for living your best life. This free event includes discussions on Ayurveda, creating clear intentions, and simple techniques to align with your body’s natural rhythms. ChayaVeda’s personalized approach supports holistic health, stress management, and overall well-being.

Free

Annual Camellia Show and Plant Sale

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

See Prize-Winning Blooms on Display at the Annual Camellia Show and Plant Sale. Discover an array of camellias featuring all sizes, shapes and colors. Learn about the care and cultivation of the flowering plant. During the two-day show, explore hundreds of varieties available for purchase.

(Sold Out) Sunday Brunch and Crepes at the Fat Tuscan

The Fat Tuscan 725 NE 1st St., Gainesville, United States

Learn the art of buttery crepes and then dine on a full brunch bar with a mimosa to go with your finished product. View the upcoming cooking class schedule at The Fat Tuscan.

(Sold Out) Linocut Workshop at The AUK Market

The AUK Market 2031 NW 6th St., Gainesville, FL, United States

Learn how to carve linocut blocks with local printmaker and art educator Molly Kempson of Spotty Boy Press.

Gators Women’s Basketball vs. Georgia at Exactech Arena

Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center 250 Gale Lemerand Dr, Gainesville, FL, United States

The Florida Gators Basketball team takes on the Georgia Bulldogs on Sunday, January 5th at 12pm! Scouts & Camper Reunion Day: 500 fans will receive scout patches upon arrival!

$10

Gainesville Oddities Market at Bo Diddley Plaza

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

Browse over 80 vendors featuring taxidermy, bones, bugs, crystals, fashion, make up, jewelry, witchy items, 3D prints and more. Enjoy a bite from food trucks onsite. Admission is free.

Perspectives in the Parks: The Lake Alto-Lake Santa Fe Canal

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

The Lake Alto-Lake Santa Fe Canal was dug in the 1880’s to get oranges from Melrose to the railroad in Waldo. This talk covers the history of the canal and what’s going on with it nowadays. Presenters Bob Gould and Dave Edwards are long time Gainesvillians who met through their...

Free

Birds and Brews with Alachua Audubon Society

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

Join a guided walk from First Magnitude Brewing Company to the nature trail at Depot Park. The hour-long walk returns to the brewery for refreshments and conversation. This is an informal bird walk and all experience levels are welcome. Bring your binoculars or borrow a loaner pair. Admission is free....

New Singer Registration for Voices Rising Community Chorus

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

VOICES RISING COMMUNITY CHORUS will hold new singer registration for spring term on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Oak Hall School, 1700 SW 75th Street, Gainesville. Drop in anytime 6:00-7:30 p.m. This intergenerational chorus is open to adults and to youth age 8 and up. The only requirement is the...

GNV Silat: A Beginner’s Workshop for Indonesian Martial Arts

The Midnight Underground

Discover the art of Indonesian Pencak Silat in this free beginner’s workshop hosted by The Midnight Underground. Led by Guru Muda Kevin, this class introduces the fundamentals of Silat, focusing on its flow-based movements and weapon-centric techniques as taught in the ETS Silat system. Whether you're curious about martial arts,...

Free